Av. de los Cocoteros s/n, Nuevo Nayarit, NAY, 63732, Mexico
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Activities
vibe & play
Splash. Play. Celebrate.
Discover a world of authentic Nuevo Nayarit adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous Nuevo Nayarit Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.
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Bucerías Beach Day
Visit the nearby beach town of Bucerías for a relaxed coastal day with galleries, local character and fresh seafood traditions.
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Beach Volleyball
Join a casual game on the sand and bring a little friendly competition to your Playa de Flamingos beach day.
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Poolside Fitness Classes
Keep your routine moving with on-site fitness classes designed for an active, energising break between swims and beach time.
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Gym Training
Use the resort fitness area for your own strength or cardio session; sports shoes are required and access is for adult guests.
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Windsurfing Sessions
Take advantage of windsurfing available from the hotel’s beach area and ride the breeze across the Banderas Bay shoreline.
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Sea Kayaking
Paddle from the Flamingos Beach coastline and enjoy the bay from water level, close to the resort’s beachfront setting.
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Kids’ Club Activities
Children ages 4 to 12 can join supervised RiuLand-style activities, with games and play designed for younger guests.
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Children’s Slide Splashing
Little travellers can spend sunny hours splashing in the dedicated children’s pool area with slides.
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Pool Swimming
Cool off with relaxed laps, family swims or easy floating time in the resort’s outdoor swimming pools.
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Beach Sunbathing
Settle into the hotel’s direct-access beach area with complimentary towel, parasol and sun lounger service by the sand.
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Sauna Relaxation
Unwind with included sauna time, available to guests ages 16 and over according to resort guidance.
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Sayulita Surf Visit
Travel to Sayulita, a popular surf village about 30 to 40 minutes by road from Nuevo Vallarta, for beach culture and wave-watching.
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Beach Horseback Riding
Book a guided ride along the shoreline near the hotel’s beach frontage for a scenic coastal outing.
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Beach Massage
Choose a massage treatment directly on the beach for a relaxing open-air spa experience by the Pacific coast.
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Spa Body Treatment
Reserve a massage, facial, beauty salon visit, hairdresser appointment or nail service at the resort spa and wellness centre.
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Whale Watching
Cruise Banderas Bay during the December–March or April season, when humpback whales are commonly seen on boat trips.
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Nuevo Vallarta Golf
Play a half-day round at a nearby golf course located about a mile from the hotel.
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Hidden Beach Swim
On permitted Marietas Islands tours, swim through a rock tunnel at suitable tide conditions to reach the crater beach known as Playa del Amor.
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Banderas Bay Snorkeling
Join a boat excursion combining reef snorkeling with nearby coves or the Marietas Islands area.
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Sport Fishing Charter
Head out on a Banderas Bay fishing charter targeting species such as tuna, mahi-mahi, marlin, sailfish and red snapper.
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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FAQs
What activities are available at Hotel Riu Vallarta for guests of all ages?
Hotel Riu Vallarta is a 24-hour all-inclusive resort built for families, couples and groups alike, sitting directly on Playa de Flamingos in Banderas Bay. On site, guests can enjoy multiple swimming pools with towel and lounger service, a children’s pool with slides, fitness facilities, the Renova Spa, and beachfront sports like volleyball, windsurfing, sea kayaking and horseback riding, plus a golf course about a mile away for guests who want to head off property.
Does Hotel Riu Vallarta offer a kids' club or supervised childcare?
Yes, Hotel Riu Vallarta offers free supervised childcare and activities through its kids’ program for children ages 4 to 12, complete with a dedicated children’s pool with slides. This makes Hotel Riu Vallarta a practical choice for families traveling with kids alongside couples and groups looking for an all-inclusive beach vacation.
What water sports can guests try at Hotel Riu Vallarta?
Right from its stretch of Flamingos Beach, Hotel Riu Vallarta gives guests access to windsurfing, sea kayaking, sailing and personal motorized watercraft, along with beachfront volleyball. Guests interested in going underwater can also take advantage of scuba diving opportunities nearby in Banderas Bay.
Is there a fitness center at Hotel Riu Vallarta?
Hotel Riu Vallarta features an on-site fitness center known in-house as RiuFit, offering exercise equipment and fitness classes. Use of the gym at Hotel Riu Vallarta is reserved for guests 18 and older, and sports shoes are required for anyone working out.
Does Hotel Riu Vallarta have a spa?
Yes, Hotel Riu Vallarta is home to the Renova Spa, which includes four treatment rooms, among them two double suites for couples. The spa offers body treatments, facials, massages, a beauty salon, hairdresser and nail services for an additional charge, and massages can even be booked directly on the beach. The spa is exclusive to hotel guests, with no outside visitors permitted, and sauna and hydromassage bath use is included for guests 16 and older.
Can guests scuba dive at Hotel Riu Vallarta?
Hotel Riu Vallarta includes an introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool as part of its all-inclusive activities, giving first-timers a taste of diving before heading out. Beyond the pool, scuba diving is available nearby in the waters of Banderas Bay for guests who want to continue exploring underwater.
What are the most popular excursions to book from Hotel Riu Vallarta?
From Hotel Riu Vallarta, some of the most popular outings include whale watching in Banderas Bay, a boat tour to the Marietas Islands to see Hidden Beach, a stroll along the Puerto Vallarta Malecón, and beach days in Bucerías or the surf town of Sayulita. Guests can also arrange sport fishing charters, a visit to the Sunday artisan market in La Cruz, or a self-drive Riviera Nayarit coastal road trip.
Is whale watching available near Hotel Riu Vallarta?
Yes, whale watching is one of the top activities near Hotel Riu Vallarta, with humpback whales spotted on nearly every boat trip in Banderas Bay from December through March or April. Boats depart from the Nuevo Vallarta marina area, making it an easy half-day trip from the hotel.
Does Hotel Riu Vallarta help arrange tours and activities off-site?
Hotel Riu Vallarta provides tours and ticket assistance along with access to locally-owned and organized tours and activities, helping guests plan trips such as the Marietas Islands boat tour, snorkeling excursions, and day trips to Sayulita or Bucerías. Guests can also rent a car or arrange transportation to explore the wider Riviera Nayarit coastline.
Are there age restrictions for activities and facilities at Hotel Riu Vallarta?
Yes, a few activities at Hotel Riu Vallarta carry age guidelines: the fitness center is limited to guests 18 and older, and sauna and hydromassage bath use is included for guests 16 and up. The resort itself welcomes families, couples and groups, with at least one guest 21 or older required per room from February through May and 18 or older the rest of the year; student and spring-break groups are not permitted at any time.