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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpavsMitsis Selection Laguna
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaMitsis Selection Laguna
Overall
8.5
9.0
Beach
8.1
7.7
Food
8.2
9.0
Service
8.6
9.2
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Value
8.0
8.6
Romance
8.0
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (5,567) | Google Rating | 4.8 (5,997) (better) |
| From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $158 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 28 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.1 | Beach | 7.7 |
| 8.2 | Food | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.6 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.7 | Family | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.0 | Romance | 8.7 (better) |
| 7.7 | Nightlife | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.1 | Quiet | 7.8 (better) |
| – | Adventure | 7.8 |
| – | Wellness | 8.4 |
| 7.2 | Remote work | – |
| – | Accessibility | 7.8 |
Of the 14 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 2 and Mitsis Selection Laguna leads on 12.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Mitsis Selection Laguna
- 5 pools
- 6 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 28 min from HER
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 · Mitsis Selection Laguna
- True 24-hour ultra all-inclusive
- Excellent restaurant and bar depth
- Large heated pool landscape
- Strong family facilities
- Daily-refilled minibar
- High staff-service sentiment
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 · Mitsis Selection Laguna
- Beach is mixed sand/pebbles rather than a soft-sand standout
- À la carte restaurants need reservations
- Spa and most watersports are extra
- Room service usually carries a tray charge
- Main family areas can be active rather than quiet
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