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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpavsMargaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaMargaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Overall
8.5
8.3
Beach
8.1
8.7
Food
8.2
7.6
Service
8.6
8.8
Rooms
8.2
7.8
Value
8.0
7.4
Romance
8.0
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.5 | Overall Score | 8.3 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.5 (5,567) | Google Rating | 4.4 (2,211) |
| From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $88 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 15 min | Airport Transfer | – |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Beach | 8.7 (better) |
| (better)8.2 | Food | 7.6 |
| 8.6 | Service | 8.8 (better) |
| (better)8.2 | Rooms | 7.8 |
| (better)8.4 | Pools | 8.2 |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.4 |
| (better)8.7 | Family | 8.1 |
| 8.0 | Romance | – |
| (better)7.7 | Nightlife | 5.0 |
| 7.1 | Quiet | – |
| 7.2 | Remote work | – |
Of the 12 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 9 and Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo leads on 3.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
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 · Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- Beachfront location on Playa Flamingo.
- Family-friendly resort amenities with pool, spa, dining and activities.
- Recurring praise for friendly staff and the beach setting.
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 · Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- Food and value feedback is more mixed than beach and service feedback.
- Nightlife is limited compared with party-focused destinations.
- All-inclusive exclusions make the package less simple than a default wristband resort.
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