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Tropical Casual & Relaxed Family Friendly Beachfront Resort
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In Marina Vallarta
Velas Vallarta Resort is an oceanfront property in the heart of Marina Vallarta, conveniently located to nearby Golf Courses, airport and Downtown local Restaurants and attractions.
Pools, dining and Spa
This beachfront Resort features large tropical gardens and pools, outdoor ocean view spa treatments, 2 restaurants, kids club and lots of family oriented activities, live Mariachi music and daily theme nights.
Spacious Suites and views
Rooms and Suites feature ocean and sunset views, balconies, fully-equipped kitchens, and separate living and sitting areas in a casual ambiance decorated in a contemporary Mexican style.
Hotel Amenities
- General
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This eight-story oceanfront resort is set on 10 acres of landscaped grounds in the Marina Vallarta area, just north of Puerto Vallarta's Old City. Shaped like a giant U, Velas Vallarta Suites Resort All Inclusive wraps around a large pool complex with direct beach access. Two restaurants, two bars, a small grocery store, and several shops are among the resort's amenities. The on-site spa offers aromatherapy and Shiatsu massages among other 27 treatments while the beauty salon provides services for hair, nails, and skin. Live entertainment is offered nightly, and supervised children's programs are available for kids aged 4-12. Five meeting rooms encompass more than 11,500 square feet of function space.
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach sun loungers
- Pool sun loungers
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Children's club (free)
- Poolside bar
- Swim-up bar
- Swimming pool - children's
- Spa services on site
- Full-service health spa
- Massage - spa treatment room(s)
- Sauna
- Concierge desk
- Room service (24 hours)
- Free parking
- Event catering
- Ballroom(s)
- Banquet facilities
- Audiovisual equipment
- Secretarial services
- Business services
- Multilingual staff
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Security guard
- 24-hour front desk
- Medical assistance available
- Beauty services
- Currency exchange
- Tour assistance
- Hair salon
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Patio
- Grocery store
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Elevator/lift
- Tennis on site
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Wedding services
- Bar/lounge
- Total number of rooms - 345
- Laundry facilities
- Arcade/game room
- Garden
- Health club
- One meeting/conference room
- Rooftop terrace
- Number of floors - 8
- ATM/banking
- Meeting facilities size (feet) - 6997
- Beach towels
- Private beach - direct access
- Business center
- Free breakfast
- Exhibit space
- Technology support staff
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
- Computer station
- Lazy river
- Number of outdoor pools - 3
- Free valet parking
- Valet parking
- On private beach
- Free guest parking during stay
- Year Built 1991
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Conference center
- Outdoor tennis courts 3
- Shoe shine
- Number of buildings/towers - 3
- Steam room
- Suitable for children
- Internet
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Available in all rooms: Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Wireless Internet access - surcharge, Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
- Parking
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Free parking, Free guest parking during stay, Valet parking, Free valet parking
- Room Amenities
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- Bathrobes
- Designer toiletries
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Turndown service
- Premium bedding
- Slippers
- Makeup/shaving mirror
- Plasma TV
- Bathtub or shower
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Separate sitting area
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- Premium TV channels
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Wake-up calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Clock radio
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Access via exterior corridors
- Climate control
- Phone
- Complimentary bottled water
- In-room massage available
- Private bathroom
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Window opens
- Iron/ironing board
- Sofa bed
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Kitchen linens (dishtowels, sponges, etc.)
- Stovetop
- Cable TV service
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
- Garden view
- Pool view
- Down comforter
- Down blanket
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- ESPN
- HBO
- Pillowtop mattress
- Pillow menu
- Dining
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Andrea Restaurant - A charming restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Andrea offers a fusion of gourmet world cuisines in a casually elegant ambiance. From fresh local seafood to Mediterranean pastas, this beautiful Puerto Vallarta restaurant specializes in creative Italian fare. Indulge in creative cuisine - from mouthwatering Italian dishes to Asian favorites - and an extensive menu of fine wines.
Andrea also offers French, Asian and Mexican themed buffets - a feast for the senses. Stop in for a bountiful breakfast buffet or a delicious a la carte lunch - from fresh fish to healthy salads and sandwiches. Sit on the lovely patio and enjoy spectacular views or dine indoors in the splendor of our chic, artfully decorated restaurant in Puerto Vallarta.
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Reservations are required) ; indoor and outdoor dining. From 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
La Ribera Restaurant - Enjoy relaxed oceanfront dining at La Ribera Steakhouse, an outdoor, beachfront restaurant with breathtaking ocean and city views, gentle breezes and a tropical ambiance. With incredible vistas of Puerto Vallarta and the Sierra Madre Mountains, La Ribera serves delicious Mexican, Spanish and international cuisine, including fine cuts of steak, fresh seafood, delicious gourmet burgers, sumptuous salads, mouthwatering ceviches, and authentic Mexican dishes. La Ribera offers a bountiful breakfast buffet, a la carte lunch, and speciality and themed dinner menus.
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Reservations are required) ; indoor and outdoor dining. From 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Aqua Bar - Surrounded by the crystal-clear blue swimming pool and beautiful, tropical gardens, guests will enjoy cool exotic drinks at the main pool while enjoying the beautiful view of Banderas Bay. Swim up and enjoy a refreshing cocktail or a light snack, including American favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs, any time of day.
Open from mid-morning to early evening.
Alhambra Lobby Bar - Relax with a refreshing cocktail, margarita, cerveza or drink in the casual, open setting of the Alhambra Lobby Bar. Enjoy an elixir with friends or an informal meeting with colleagues in our inviting lobby lounge, where music delights your ears while you enjoy your cocktail and snacks. Our lounge features live music and evening entertainment that will move you to the rhythms of Mexico. Enjoy the Mariachi band and the theme nights such as Mime, Casino Night, Rock & Roll Night, International and Mexican Night. Wait service is available.
Open from 12 PM to 12 AM
Snack & Ice Cream Station-For more informal and fast service while lounging by the pool or enjoying a day of family activities, Velas Vallarta's Snack Bar serve a variety of delicious snacks, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos, guacamole, and ice cream. The Sanck and Ice Cream Stations are located at the pool area just next to La Ribera Steakhouse.
Snack Station: 11 am to 5 pm
Ice Cream Station: 10 am to 11:30 pm
- Entertainment
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MEXICAN FIESTA- Every Sunday starting at 6:30pm, enjoy an unforgettable evening at the best Mexican Show in the area. Allow us to serve you with the traditional hospitality that Mexico is known for, as a mariachi band and Mexican folk dance surprise you with music and romance. For those who wish to take home a memory of Mexico, numerous artisans display their work during the event. As a complement to the festivities of this gala night, we invite the guests to enjoy a wide variety of dishes at our gourmet Mexican buffet- our dessert table is an event in itself! After the festivities, we invite you to the Lobby Bar for a traditional Margarita.
NIGHTLY ENTERTAIMENT- Enjoy live music and entertainment in our gorgeous lobby every evening, including bands, singers, magicians, clowns and fabulous fiestas. Dance to the rhythms of the mariachi while you enjoy a drink at the Alhambra Lobby Bar. Our all-inclusive Puerto Vallarta resort offers a weekly schedule of entertainment and fun to captivate your spirit.
KIDS ACTIVITIES
Your children will enjoy a fun-filled vacation with the Velas Vallarta Kids Club, which provides fun activities for kids from ages 4 to 12. Your little ones will participate in arts, crafts and activities, including ceramic painting, face-painting where kids transform into super heroes, and a treasure hunt which sends kids racing throughout our Puerto Vallarta resort. Located next to the kid's pool, our Kids Club offers fun water activities, including swim classes, water balloon fights and Marco Polo. Kids can also enjoy tennis clinics and learn the basics from our tennis pro, or play on the Jungle Gym. Celebrate your birthday at our famous Kids Club and have fun breaking the piñata. The celebration also features a birthday cake and pizza to be enjoyed with your new friends. Come on down and see the smiles and friendships that come together in this unique place. The Kids Club is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Recreation
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This Puerto Vallarta resort is built around a large pool complex with three pools, including one with a waterfall. Snorkeling equipment is available for guest use, and introductory scuba lessons are offered on a regular basis. A volleyball court, four tennis courts (three lit for night play).
The Puerto Vallarta area is a popular spot for all sorts of water sports, including Jet Skiing, scuba diving, and deep-sea fishing. The Marina Vallarta Golf Course is just a few blocks from the hotel, and two more courses are a 20-minute drive away.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near this Puerto Vallarta, Mexico hotel; fees may apply.
- Ecotours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Beach volleyball on site
- Boat tours nearby
- Basketball on site
- Tennis on site
- Tennis lessons on site
- Running track/path on site
- Scuba diving on site
- Golf - driving range nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Boat launch nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Whale-watching nearby
- Snorkeling on site
- Surfing/boogie boarding on site
- Swimming on site
- Volleyball on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
- Playground on site
- Aerobics on site
- Spa
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Your Puerto Vallarta vacation should include an element of harmony, beauty, and health. Return home full of vital energy after experiencing a world of sublime relaxation that will revitalize your body, mind and spirit at our spa resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Enjoy the soothing and balancing effects of a massage or a rejuvenating facial treatment as you relax in a tropical spa paradise in Puerto Vallarta. The Velas Vallarta spa offers refreshing aromas, products and service protocols to ensure each spa treatment is a sensual, spiritual experience
Beachfront Spa -Enjoy the ultimate in relaxation at our beachfront spa on the jetty above the calm azure waters. Experience a private massage on our peaceful beach with the soothing sounds of the gently rolling waves. Walk down a lush, green grass pathway to the little beach cabanas, and smell the aroma of lavender. Enjoy a massage in complete privacy as you see and hear the ocean caress the golden sand. For a truly romantic and relaxing spa experience, guests can enjoy a couples massage at our beautiful beachfront spa facility.Listen to the sound of the crashing waves with an ocean front massage.
Open Monday through Saturday, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Sundays 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The spa sauna is open from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm.
Spa Fitness Club - Invigorate and energize your body in our state-of-the-art fitness club, equipped with variable workout and training equipment. Our health club features a cardiovascular center with two treadmills, two elliptical machines, a stair climber and two stationary electronic bicycles. The gym is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Sundays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Spa Beauty Salon -Your day of wellness and beauty culminates in our full-service Beauty Salon. Look and feel your best with beauty and salon services that add the finishing touches to your rejuvenating spa experience in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Our salon features complete hair and nail care, healing foot and hand treatments and waxing services.
- Minimum age to access spa is 16
- Number of treatment rooms 3
- Massages on beach
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Sauna in spa
- Spa tub in spa
- Spa boutique
- Beachfront spa
- Ocean view from spa
- Garden view from spa
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
Policies & Fees
- Check-in
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Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out
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Check-out time is noon
- Payment types
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Accepted at this hotel: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
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Pets not allowed
- General
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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.
- Fees
- Show non-mandatory fees HideThe following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 16 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in limited public areas: USD 16 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
- Fee for high-speed Internet (wired) in business center: USD 5 (for 30 minutes, rates may vary)
- Babysitting/childcare fee: USD 15 per hour, per child (up to 16 years old)
- In-room childcare fee: USD 15 per hour, per child (up to 16 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
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Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Special Offer!
Book a stay in any room or rate category now - 30 June 2013, for travel now – 22 December 2013, and receive the following:
- Accommodations as selected
- USD$50 Spa credit per person, per stay
- Complimentary city tour and cultural tour
- 40% off 3 rounds of golf (per room, per stay) at Marina Vallarta and Vista Vallarta golf courses; cart fee included