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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Overall
8.5
7.6
Beach
8.1
9.0
Food
8.2
6.9
Service
8.6
7.2
Rooms
8.2
6.9
Value
8.0
8.0
Romance
8.0
7.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 (better) | Overall Score | 7.6 |
| 5-star (better) | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.5 (5,540) (better) | Google Rating | 4.1 (4,526) |
| From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $147 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 15 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 20 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.2 (better) | Food | 6.9 |
| 8.6 (better) | Service | 7.2 |
| 8.2 (better) | Rooms | 6.9 |
| 8.4 (better) | Pools | 7.8 |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.0 |
| 8.7 (better) | Family | 8.0 |
| 8.0 (better) | Romance | 7.5 |
| 7.7 | Nightlife | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.1 (better) | Quiet | 6.4 |
| 7.2 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Pros · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Official all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury package with top-shelf spirits, room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, and gratuities included.
- Strong family programming with both kids and teens covered.
- Convenient beachfront location close to downtown Puerto Vallarta and the airport.
Pros · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Excellent Palm Beach location.
- Optional all-inclusive package gives flexibility.
- Good value versus neighboring high-rise resorts.
- Kids Club and Kids Eat Free benefits.
Cons · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Not the quietest option because it is a family resort in an active hotel-zone location.
- Some premium wine-cellar or spa experiences cost extra.
- Beach conditions and surf can vary more than at sheltered Caribbean beaches.
Cons · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Rooms are frequently described as dated.
- Food is often described as adequate rather than special.
- In-room dining is excluded from the all-inclusive package.
- Beach shade and palapa logistics can be frustrating.
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