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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpavsNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
Overall
8.5
8.5
Beach
8.1
7.4
Food
8.2
8.4
Service
8.6
8.5
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Luxury
·
8.3
Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
8.0
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Overall Score | 8.5 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (5,567) | Google Rating | 4.7 (8,269) (better) |
| (better)From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $258 |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.1 | Beach | 7.4 |
| 8.2 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| (better)8.6 | Service | 8.5 |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.3 |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.7 | Family | 9.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Romance | – |
| (better)7.7 | Nightlife | 7.4 |
| (better)7.1 | Quiet | 5.8 |
| – | Wellness | 8.0 |
| 7.2 | Remote work | – |
Of the 12 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 7 and Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya leads on 5.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- 6 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 30 min from CUN
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 · Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- Outstanding family and waterpark offering.
- All-suite, all-swim-up, all-oceanview concept.
- Strong all-inclusive dining and drink coverage.
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 · Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- High price point.
- Beach conditions can vary with sargassum.
- Not a quiet or adults-focused resort.
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