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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpavsStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
Overall
8.5
8.9
Beach
8.1
6.8
Food
8.2
8.4
Service
8.6
9.1
Rooms
8.2
9.1
Luxury
·
9.0
Value
8.0
7.5
Romance
8.0
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Overall Score | 8.9 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (5,567) | Google Rating | 4.8 (1,850) (better) |
| From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| Yes | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 25 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.1 | Beach | 6.8 |
| 8.2 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.6 | Service | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.7 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 9.0 |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.5 |
| 8.7 | Family | – |
| 8.0 | Romance | 9.5 (better) |
| (better)7.7 | Nightlife | 7.4 |
| 7.1 | Quiet | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Wellness | 8.5 |
| 7.2 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
Of the 13 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 4 and Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa leads on 9.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | – |
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 8 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- Swim-up suites
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 · Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
- Spectacular lagoon-pool design.
- Strong adults-only honeymoon atmosphere.
- Wide range of swim-up, overwater and private-pool rooms.
- Good service and food 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 · Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
- Not beachfront.
- All-inclusive dining rules are more limited than many guests expect.
- À la carte access can depend on rate or room type.
- Privacy varies by room position around the lagoon.
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