The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
Westin is reimagining their Puerto Vallarta property as a full all-inclusive.
Last verified June 2026. Value is the weakest mark at 7.8. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
About This Resort
Westin is reimagining their Puerto Vallarta property as a full all-inclusive. The 30 plunge pool suites are the ones to book — private pool, Pacific Ocean views. Puerto Vallarta has a completely different vibe from Cancun. More authentic, less spring break.
Highlights
- 281 reimagined suites
- 30 private plunge pool suites
- 16 swim-up rooms
- 10 new dining and entertainment venues
Activities & Experiences
- Spa & Wellness
- Water Sports
Opening August 2026
Its posted date has come and gone, completely normal for new builds. We're watching for the actual ribbon-cutting; this is when opening rates tend to quietly appear.
The launch-rate diary
We price a 7-night stay for two here on a rotating schedule and keep the receipts, because a brand-new resort’s opening rates tend to be the lowest it will ever show, and the only way to prove that is a dated record.
While you wait
Open now, bookable today: the closest stand-ins until the ribbon gets cut.
Guest Reviews
We stayed at the Westin Puerto Vallarta last week. We were there during the cartel fires I would say that the hotel handled their guests with the upmost respect , apologized for any slow service due to their staffing issues. We felt like they genuinely cared about our well-being and answered any que...
Overall, we were very disappointed in our stay and chose to move to different accommodations. We did enjoy the pool and beach area very much, and the service was very good as well. However, for being under the Westin brand we were very surprised at the disrepair of this place. (included please see v...
As of February, 2026 there is extensive construction going on all over the hotel. You hear it at the pool, in the lobby and in your rooms. One day I even had to make a small jump over a pile of rubble to make it to my room. You will also hear jets taking off and cruise ships coming in. As of now I s...
Just wrapping up a three night stay here at the Westin resort and spa in Puerto Vallarta and we could not be more pleased. Check-in was smooth and welcoming, and as Bonvoy Gold members we were upgraded to an ocean view room and an early check-in. The hotel staff here are exemplary. Every staff me...
I specifically chose the Westin Resort and Spa because I discovered that one of my favorite TV shows was shot here. I love the Apple TV series Acapulco and was surprised it was produced in Puerto Vallarta. It's was really great to discover that they left some areas of the building pink so we could f...
What we recommend
- Find flights (opens in a new tab)Round trips to Mexico from about $282
- Airport transfer (opens in a new tab)About 10 minutes from PVR, booked before you flyWe use this every trip
- Rent a car (opens in a new tab)See Mexico beyond the resort gates
- Things to do (opens in a new tab)Boat trips and water sports around Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
- Travel insurance (opens in a new tab)Cancellations, delays, and the medical bill you hope not to seeWe never travel without it
- Stay connected (opens in a new tab)Data working the moment you land at PVR
Before you book
- Fly into
- PVRGustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport
- Airport transfer
- About 10 minutes
- Flight time
- 5 to 10 hoursfrom the US East Coast
- Best months
- Nov to Apr
- All-inclusive
- Included in the rate
- Kids' club
- Yes
Passport, safety, tipping & more, read before you fly.
Read the country guideAll-inclusive, except the good stuff
That is where trips get expensive: the plan covers the week, then the things you actually wanted are quietly a la carte. Here is the line at The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte diningmeals and snacks at resort venues covered by AI rate | Included |
| Wi-Fiin-room Wi-Fi | Included |
| In-room minibarreplenished daily | Included |
| Non-motorized water sportssnorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking | Included |
| Spa treatmentsHeavenly Spa by Westin treatments at additional fee | Costs extra |
| Kids' clubkids club with its own outdoor play area, ages 4-12 | Included |
| Airport transferstransportation available for a fee; airport minutes away | Costs extra |
Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this
What the week is actually like
six-venue Gourmet Gallery food hall (Tanto, Call Me Lalo, Coastal Burgers, Organic & Co, Rosa Madalena) plus seafood/steakhouse venues; Flora Mixology Bar and Agave Studio; counts approximate — relaunched as Westin's first Mexico all-inclusive May 2026
two free-form pools, one adults-only and one family-friendly; swim-up junior suites
private beach stretch on Banderas Bay's gentle Pacific shoreline (The Points Guy first-look review); Pacific coast — no Atlantic sargassum
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Who fits where at The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
All 5 room categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages.
The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.
From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.
Bringing the kids to The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Teen club
- Dedicated teen program
- Does The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
- Is the beach at The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort good for young children?
- The water in front is typically calm.
Taking a group
11,800+ sq ft indoor-outdoor event space for retreats and celebrations; evening entertainment is live Latin music, karaoke, silent disco and outdoor movies rather than late-night club scene
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Low-key, quiet by late evening
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
How we scored The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
14 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified 28 June 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 8 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, beach, dining, rooms, pools & spa, family, adventure, luxury, romance, nightlife and quiet, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.8Medium confidence
- Airport Convenience
- 9.0
- Marriott Points Value
- 8.0
- New Product Uncertainty
- 6.8
- All Inclusive Inclusions
- 8.4
inclusion_and_location_value_analysis
Service8.2Medium confidence
- Spa Service
- 8.6
- Staff Sentiment
- 8.2
- Marriott Brand Expectation
- 8.4
- New All Inclusive Transition Risk
- 7.0
guest_sentiment_and_brand_service_analysis
Beach8.2Medium confidence
- Swimmability
- 8.0
- Beach Walkability
- 8.4
- Beachfront Access
- 8.8
- Banderas Bay Setting
- 8.4
- Airport Marina Context
- 7.4
beachfront_location_and_guest_sentiment_analysis
Dining8.4Medium confidence
- Review Maturity
- 6.8
- Culinary Variety
- 8.6
- Restaurant Count
- 8.4
- Chef Led Positioning
- 8.4
official_dining_depth_and_early_guest_sentiment_analysis
Rooms8.6Medium confidence
- Ocean Views
- 8.8
- Suite Variety
- 8.8
- Family Studios
- 8.4
- Swim Up Suites
- 8.8
- Wellness Room Features
- 8.6
official_room_product_and_media_analysis
Pools & Spa8.3Medium confidence
- Pool Count
- 7.6
- Pool Setting
- 8.4
- Chair Competition Risk
- 7.0
- Swim Up Suite Waterways
- 8.8
pool_count_and_media_analysis
Wellness9.0High confidence
- Spa
- 9.0
- Hydrotherapy
- 8.8
- Fitness Center
- 9.0
- Westin Brand Fit
- 9.2
- Wellness Activities
- 9.0
official_wellness_and_media_analysis
Remote work8.8High confidence
- In Room Wifi
- 8.8
- Room Comfort
- 8.6
- Meeting Space
- 8.8
- Business Center
- 8.6
- Airport Convenience
- 9.0
official_business_and_wifi_analysis
Family8.4Medium confidence
- Marina Access
- 8.0
- Family Studios
- 8.6
- Kids Recreation
- 8.4
- Beach And Pool Fit
- 8.2
- Family Friendly Policy
- 8.8
official_family_amenity_and_room_product_analysis
Adventure8.4Medium confidence
- Golf Nearby
- 8.2
- Water Sports
- 8.2
- Marina Access
- 8.4
- Downtown Access
- 8.2
- Wellness Activities
- 8.8
activity_and_location_access_analysis
Luxury8.3Medium confidence
- Spa
- 9.0
- Dining
- 8.4
- Suite Product
- 8.6
- Brand Positioning
- 8.4
- Property Maturity
- 7.4
amenity_and_brand_positioning_analysis
Romance8.0Medium confidence
- Spa
- 9.0
- Beach Setting
- 8.2
- Ocean View Rooms
- 8.4
- Family Resort Bias
- 7.0
- Adults Only Swim Up Suites
- 8.2
couples_fit_analysis
Nightlife7.6Medium confidence
- Onsite Bars
- 8.0
- Downtown Access
- 7.8
- Party Resort Fit
- 6.4
- Marina Vallarta Access
- 8.4
marina_location_and_onsite_bar_analysis
Quiet7.6Medium confidence
- Marina Setting
- 7.8
- Family Activity
- 7.2
- Airport Proximity
- 6.8
- Wellness Positioning
- 8.6
location_and_resort_energy_analysis
What it does best
- Official all-inclusive Westin resort with Marriott Bonvoy integration.
- Strong wellness positioning with spa, fitness, hydrotherapy, wellness activities, and beach walks.
- Close to PVR airport and Marina Vallarta.
- Family-friendly with children's recreation and family room options.
- Good remote-work fundamentals: Wi-Fi, meeting space, business center, room comfort, and close airport access.
Where it costs you
- New all-inclusive format means mature review consensus is limited.
- Not adults-only, although adults-only swim-up suites are available.
- Only two outdoor pools are confirmed by Expedia, so pool variety is more limited than some megaresorts.
- Travelers seeking a secluded remote beach escape may find the airport and marina setting less escapist.
What else the research turned up
Things to know before you book
- The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort is Westin's first all-inclusive resort in Mexico and opened in 2026.
- The resort is family-friendly and sits in Marina Vallarta, close to Puerto Vallarta airport, the marina, golf, and downtown access.
- Official Marriott materials position the resort around wellness, dining, beach access, fitness, spa, and all-inclusive inclusions.
- Because the all-inclusive version is new, long-term guest consensus is still developing and should be refreshed after more post-conversion stays.
- The resort is strongest for travelers who want Marriott/Westin wellness positioning, airport convenience, beach access, and Marina Vallarta walkability.
Hidden tips
- The airport is very close, so this is a convenient choice for short Puerto Vallarta stays.
- Compare adults-only swim-up suites, Family Studios, and panoramic suite categories carefully because the room product now serves different traveler types.
- Marina Vallarta restaurants and shops are nearby, so some travelers may value the location even if they do not spend every meal on property.
- Book spa and golf appointments ahead because Marriott and Expedia both note reservation-based amenities.
What guests say
Most loved
- Airport and marina convenience7 mentions
- Beachfront Puerto Vallarta setting7 mentions
- Wellness, spa, and fitness7 mentions
- Room views and suite upgrades6 mentions
- Dining expansion under all-inclusive format5 mentions
Most common complaints
- Limited mature all-inclusive reviews5 mentions
- Older resort bones despite refreshed positioning3 mentions
- Pool or chair competition concerns from pre-conversion reviews3 mentions
Things people wish they had known
- The resort only recently debuted as an all-inclusive, so older reviews may reflect the prior Westin resort experience.
- The location is highly convenient for the airport and Marina Vallarta, but not remote.
- The strongest fit is wellness-oriented travelers who want beach access plus Marriott-style reliability.
- Pool variety is more limited than large Riviera Maya megaresorts.
From Reddit
Reddit discussion about Westin Puerto Vallarta is limited and mostly comparative; travelers ask whether the Westin is a good all-inclusive choice versus other Puerto Vallarta resorts, with little mature post-conversion consensus yet.
Room intelligence
- Best Room Category
- Heavenly Panoramic Suite or ocean-view junior suiteOfficial and media sources emphasize ocean-view junior suites and Heavenly Panoramic Suites as upgraded wellness-focused categories.
- Best Room Category For Adults
- Adults-only swim-up suitesTravel media identifies new adults-only swim-up suites set along ground-level water pathways.
- Best Room Category For Families
- Family StudiosTravel media identifies Family Studios with kitchenettes and flexible layouts for groups with kids.
Everything we read on The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
Nov to Apr
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Jun to Sep.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain days | One of the best months to visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F | 59°F | 1 | Yes |
| Feb | 86°F | 59°F | 1 | Yes |
| Mar | 88°F | 63°F | 0 | Yes |
| Apr | 90°F | 64°F | 0 | Yes |
| May | 91°F | 70°F | 2 | No |
| Jun | 91°F | 75°F | 13 (a wet month) | No |
| Jul | 91°F | 75°F | 16 (a wet month) | No |
| Aug | 91°F | 75°F | 17 (a wet month) | No |
| Sep | 91°F | 75°F | 17 (a wet month) | No |
| Oct | 91°F | 72°F | 8 | No |
| Nov | 90°F | 66°F | 2 | Yes |
| Dec | 86°F | 61°F | 1 | Yes |
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PVR · Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport
- Transfer
- 10 min · costs extra
- Address
- Av. Paseo de la Marina Sur 205, Marina Vallarta, 48354 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
- Phone
- +52 322 226 1100
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