Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaMango Bay Hotel
Overall
8.5
8.1
Beach
8.1
8.5
Food
8.2
7.8
Service
8.6
8.3
Rooms
8.2
7.6
Value
8.0
8.0
Romance
8.0
8.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mango Bay Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.5 | Overall Score | 8.1 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.5 (5,540) | Google Rating | 4.4 (429) |
| (better)From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $227 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mango Bay Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Beach | 8.5 (better) |
| (better)8.2 | Food | 7.8 |
| (better)8.6 | Service | 8.3 |
| (better)8.2 | Rooms | 7.6 |
| (better)8.4 | Pools | 7.0 |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.0 |
| (better)8.7 | Family | 7.6 |
| 8.0 | Romance | 8.1 (better) |
| 7.7 | Nightlife | – |
| 7.1 | Quiet | 7.2 (better) |
| (better)7.2 | Remote work | 6.6 |
Of the 14 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 11 and Mango Bay Hotel leads on 3.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mango Bay Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mango Bay Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Mango Bay Hotel
- 1 pools
- 1 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from BGI
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 · Mango Bay Hotel
- Excellent west-coast walkability.
- Boutique all-inclusive atmosphere.
- Good fit for travelers who dislike large resorts.
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 · Mango Bay Hotel
- Limited dining and pool variety.
- Not a high-luxury resort.
- Some room categories may feel less special.
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