Marival Emotions Resort & Suites – Nuevo Vallarta ★★★★½

A family friendly beachfront resort with activities and amenities for all ages, Marival Emotions Resort & Suites is conveniently located just 12 kilometers from the Puerto Vallarta area. This hotel offers spacious accommodations, including 2 and 3-bedroom suites, which can accommodate up to 9 people.

“This is a sprawling beachfront resort with a fun vibe and around-the-clock entertainment targeted to families and friends of al ages. Younger guests will enjoy the water park and kids club activities, while parents can soak up some sun at the adults-only pool or indulge in a lavish wellness treatment at the full-service spa. There are lots of dining choices, including snack bars and a la carte restaurants, and there’s even a Starbucks in the lobby.” — Kristen Schmidt, Maritime Travel agent, Kelowna, BC

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The family friendly focus continues with unique activities ranging from mini-golf, a climbing wall and bike tours to an actual water park for the little ones.

Accommodations:

497 guest rooms in a range of categories

Club room:

Air-conditioning, 1 king or 2 double beds, crib (on request) bathroom with bath or shower, hairdryer, in-room safe ($), mini-bar, iron & ironing board, coffee-maker, telephone, WiFi, flat-screen TV, balcony, room service ($)

What’s included:

Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, a la carte dinner (reservations required), unlimited domestic drinks and select international drinks, daily activities program, non-motorized water sports, games room, lit tennis courts, fitness center, entrance to the disco (drinks included), nightly entertainment, introductory Scuba lesson in the pool