This resort is all-inclusive. This means that onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply, for example, to premium food items or drinks; or to dining at specific restaurants). Guests do not have to pay extra for onsite activities such as kayaking. Taxes and gratuities are included. Please note items that are not included; these require a surcharge.

Taxes and gratuities

Gratuities and taxes are included.

Food and beverages

• All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages are included
• Surcharges apply for: bottled wine

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities include:

• kayaking
• surfing/boogie boarding
• windsurfing

Land activities include:

• fitness facilities
• table tennis
• tennis
• volleyball

Lessons/classes include:

• aerobics classes
• cooking lessons
• dancing lessons
• language lessons
• water aerobics classes

Games include:

• bingo

Kids' club

• Supervised activities for children between 4 and 12 years old
• Arts and crafts
• Beach activities
• Movies

Entertainment

• Onsite live performances
• Theme parties

Not included

• Airport transfers
• Wireless Internet access
• Laundry/dry cleaning services
• Childcare
• Scuba-diving certification
• Motorized water sports
• Offsite tours

The majority of amenities, activities, and gratuities at this resort are included in the room rate; guests will not be charged extra for the majority of amenities and activities (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).

Sand-colored, with pink accents and tile roofs, this 390-room hotel's casual, relaxed atmosphere is evident as guests step into the four-story atrium lobby with its ceiling of rough poles.

Included among the Canto Del Sol's facilities and services are a steam room and a variety of spa services including Mexican massage, Swiss massage, reflexology, body scrubs, and aromatherapy.

The on-site travel desk can book excursions around Banderas Bay and can arrange discounts on local tours.

Meeting space can accommodate up to 470 people (theater-style), 220 people (school-style), and 330 people for banquets. Audiovisual equipment is available on request (surcharge).

Like all major Puerto Vallarta hotels, the resort purifies its water.

The majority of meals and beverages, plus all gratuities, at the following restaurants, snack spots, and bars are included in the room rate for this resort (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).

Note: Fine dining is available at two specialty restaurants (reservations required). Guests staying 2–4 nights can enjoy one specialty dinner; guests staying 5–7 nights can enjoy two specialty dinners.

Los Cántaros - Shaded by a tall palapa, this open-air restaurant with pool view serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets of international fare. Casual wear.

Santa Maria - This dinner-only, specialty Mexican restaurant serves traditional and contemporary cuisine. Casual elegant (reservations required).

Sample menu for Santa María

Appetizers:

The majority of recreational activities and facilities described below are included in the room rate for this resort (scroll up to the All-Inclusive details section for more information).

Days are filled with staff-led activities including: stretching sessions, beach walks, and games and contests such as bingo. Board games are also available. Guests can try out windsurfing, kayaking, and boogie boarding, plus play team sports such as water volleyball. With four clay courts and four cement courts, tennis is a popular option at this resort and for those keeping up a workout routine, the on-site fitness center provides free weights and cardio equipment.

Golf enthusiasts can head to Marina Vallarta Golf Club, a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Pets not allowed

Check-out time is 11 AM

Minimum check-in age is 18

Caters to singles

Caters to couples

Caters to families

All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. No pets, including service animals, are allowed at this property.