The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort at a glance
- Location
- Puerto Vallarta
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- On the beachfront
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 on Google4,103 reviews
- Photos
- Palmprint
- 8.4 / 10
- Best months
- Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
- Pools
- 2 pools
- Airport transfer
- PVRAbout 10 minutes
- Dining
- 9 restaurants
- Drinks
- 3 bars
About The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive 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.
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
- 1. Partial Ocean View, Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed: view room details
- 2. Partial Ocean View, Junior Suite, 2 Double: view room details
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 4 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
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The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
Things to know
before you go
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.
Things guests 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.
Strengths from our research
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.
Other considerations from our research
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 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 complained about
- Limited mature all-inclusive reviews5 mentions
- Older resort bones despite refreshed positioning3 mentions
- Pool or chair competition concerns from pre-conversion reviews3 mentions
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.
What’s included
Included
- Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
meals and snacks at resort venues covered by AI rate
- Wi-FiIncluded
in-room Wi-Fi
- In-room minibarIncluded
replenished daily
- Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking
- Kids' clubIncluded
kids club with its own outdoor play area, ages 4-12
Not included
- Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Heavenly Spa by Westin treatments at additional fee
- Airport transfersCosts extra
transportation available for a fee; airport minutes away
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
- Value
- 7.8 out of 10
- Service
- 8.2 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.2 out of 10
- Dining
- 8.4 out of 10
- Rooms
- 8.6 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 8.3 out of 10
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.
Score breakdown, research & sources
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 Jun 28, 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
Service8.2Medium confidence
- Spa Service
- 8.6
- Staff Sentiment
- 8.2
- Marriott Brand Expectation
- 8.4
- New All Inclusive Transition Risk
- 7.0
Beach8.2Medium confidence
- Swimmability
- 8.0
- Beach Walkability
- 8.4
- Beachfront Access
- 8.8
- Banderas Bay Setting
- 8.4
- Airport Marina Context
- 7.4
Dining8.4Medium confidence
- Review Maturity
- 6.8
- Culinary Variety
- 8.6
- Restaurant Count
- 8.4
- Chef Led Positioning
- 8.4
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
Pools & Spa8.3Medium confidence
- Pool Count
- 7.6
- Pool Setting
- 8.4
- Chair Competition Risk
- 7.0
- Swim Up Suite Waterways
- 8.8
Wellness9.0High confidence
- Spa
- 9.0
- Hydrotherapy
- 8.8
- Fitness Center
- 9.0
- Westin Brand Fit
- 9.2
- Wellness Activities
- 9.0
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
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
Adventure8.4Medium confidence
- Golf Nearby
- 8.2
- Water Sports
- 8.2
- Marina Access
- 8.4
- Downtown Access
- 8.2
- Wellness Activities
- 8.8
Luxury8.3Medium confidence
- Spa
- 9.0
- Dining
- 8.4
- Suite Product
- 8.6
- Brand Positioning
- 8.4
- Property Maturity
- 7.4
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
Nightlife7.6Medium confidence
- Onsite Bars
- 8.0
- Downtown Access
- 7.8
- Party Resort Fit
- 6.4
- Marina Vallarta Access
- 8.4
Quiet7.6Medium confidence
- Marina Setting
- 7.8
- Family Activity
- 7.2
- Airport Proximity
- 6.8
- Wellness Positioning
- 8.6
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.
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
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 8.4 / 10
- Places to eat
- 9
- Bars and lounges
- 3
- Swim-up bars
- 1
Japanese · Mexican · American · Seafood · Steakhouse · Latin American · Health-conscious · Cafe
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
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Partial Ocean View, Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bedBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Partial Ocean View, Junior Suite, 2 DoubleBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
More room options (5)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Pool Panoramic Suite | Not published | 560 ft²52 m² | 1 bedroom | Ocean |
| Heavenly Penthouse | Not published | 710 ft²66 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Junior Suite | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Ocean |
| Swim-Up Junior Suite | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Sky Pool Junior Suite | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Ocean |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
two free-form pools, one adults-only and one family-friendly; swim-up junior suites
The beach itself
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.
Families & group stays
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, ages 4-12
- Drop-off care from
- Age 4, younger kids need babysitting
- 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 for ages 4-12. Drop-off starts at age 4; younger children need babysitting or a parent alongside. 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.
When to go
Best months: Nov to Apr
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Jun to Oct.
Jan
Best86°F / 30°C1 rain daysFeb
Best86°F / 30°C1 rain daysMar
Best88°F / 31°C0 rain daysApr
Best90°F / 32°C0 rain daysMay
Fine91°F / 33°C2 rain daysJun
Wet91°F / 33°C13 rain daysJul
Wet91°F / 33°C16 rain daysAug
Wet91°F / 33°C17 rain daysSep
Wet91°F / 33°C17 rain daysOct
Wet91°F / 33°C8 rain daysNov
Best90°F / 32°C2 rain daysDec
Best86°F / 30°C1 rain days
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Monthly climate data
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 88 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Rain days | 1 day | 1 day | 0 days | 0 days | 2 days | 13 days | 16 days | 17 days | 17 days | 8 days | 2 days | 1 day |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Fine | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Best | Best |
Getting to The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort
- Nearest airport
- PVR · Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 10 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
Your own driver. Possibly a lower price.
A personalized airport pickup could cost less than a taxi or shared shuttle. Compare private transfer prices before you decide.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
Av. Paseo de la Marina Sur 205, Marina Vallarta, 48354 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico · +52 322 226 1100
Mexico
- Language
- Spanish (English at resorts)
- Currency
- Mexican peso; USD widely accepted
- Power
- 110V, Type A/B plugs (same as the US)
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airport
- Cancún (CUN)
- Flight time
- ~2–4.5h from the US
Who it suits
Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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Fly into PVR, 10 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $282.
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Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
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