Hacienda Buenaventura Hotel & Mexican Charm - All Inclusive

Hotels
8.6 (1017 reviews)
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio, 2699 , Puerto Vallarta , mx

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Garden
Laundry
Safety deposit box
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, attentive staff (multiple mentions)
Large/pleasant pool
Good / delicious food (breakfast buffet praised)
Family-friendly atmosphere
Bar and drinks available
Convenient location (close to beach according to several guests)
Authentic Mexican resort feel (positive mention)
Cons:
Poor cleanliness and broken mosquito net reported
Room maintenance issues (broken bathtub, sink, safe, weak closet, missing bulbs)
Limited in-room amenities (no Wi‑Fi in rooms, no minibar, no coffee maker in some rooms)
Misleading photos and aggressive membership sales — perceived poor value
Limited food variety and some watered-down drinks
Single restaurant and early pool closing/restricted hours
Property can be crowded

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Multiple reviews call the property 'sucio' and mention broken mosquito nets and general lack of maintenance; clear cleanliness concerns.
Service
10
Consistently praised: staff described as very kind and attentive (several mentions, including a named waiter praised for excellent service).
Location
10
Several guests mention being close to the beach or praise the location and family-friendly setting; a few note distance but overall location perceived as convenient.
Room Quality
7
Many reports of broken fixtures (bathtub, lavabo), weak closet, broken safe, missing bulbs and general maintenance problems in rooms.
Amenities
8
Pool, bar and some amenities are praised (large pool), but complaints include no in-room Wi‑Fi, lack of minibar/coffee maker, single restaurant and limited pool hours.
Value for Money
7.2
Several guests complain about misleading photos, aggressive/embarrassing membership sales tactics and feeling the reality did not match paid expectations.
Food and Beverage
10
Food is frequently described as good or delicious and breakfast buffet praised, though some note limited variety and watered-down drinks.
Overall Experience
9.8
Mixed but overall positive tenor: friendly staff, pleasant pool and family atmosphere weigh strongly, despite cleanliness, room maintenance and sales issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 00:13

Property Description

Tropical Oasis in Puerto Vallarta's Hotel Zone

Luxurious Spa Experience
Indulge in relaxation at our spa with a hot tub and Temázcal sauna. Enjoy a variety of treatments like massage and aromatherapy in a serene setting.

Authentic Mexican Dining
Savor the flavors of Mexico at our 3 restaurants. Experience traditional Mexican cuisine while surrounded by charming decor and a welcoming atmosphere.

Convenient Beach Access
Located just steps away from the beach, our hotel also offers a free shuttle service for guests. Explore the sandy shores or take a short drive to the vibrant center of Puerto Vallarta.

Ready to experience the beauty of Puerto Vallarta at Hacienda Buenaventura Hotel & Mexican Charm - All Inclusive? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note bar and restaurant opening times may vary throughout the year.

Hurricane policy 2016: The policy will go into effect once the Mexican National Weather Center issues a hurricane watch to the area of Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta.

Anticipated Departures – Clients with early departures due to hurricane threat will receive a certificate for the remaining unused nights. Certificate is non-transferrable and not redeemable for cash. Clients must re-book within 30 days.

No Shows – No show penalties will be waived up to 3 days after hurricane strikes.

Rescheduling – When wishing to postpone their vacation, the Hotels will allow rescheduling without a change fee and will guarantee the original rate to travel by December 20th, 2016, subject to availability. The reservation is not transferrable and any additional guests or nights will be booked at current rate.

Cancelations – There will be no penalties for all passengers scheduled to travel within 72 Hours or less before a hurricane strikes. Guests must cancel through the same channel they booked their trip.

This policy applies to individual travelers only. For group reservations, please contact your Groups Executive.

Special conditions apply for reservations of 6 rooms or more, please contact the Hotel for more information.

This policy is subject to change without prior notice.

• Privileged location of the property 5 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, as well as 15 minutes from the center of Puerto Vallarta by car.

• In the surrounding area there are ATMs, pharmacies and convenience stores, as well as a wide variety of restaurants and bars, within a distance of no more than 5 minutes walking.

• We have theme nights and live music. Check with reception for schedules.

• The hotel is located 1640 feet from the beach, where you can find lounge chairs and umbrellas, as well as a selection of drinks and dry snacks. In addition, we offer transportation upon request at no additional cost, with a schedule from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Kindly note that the beach is not private.

• To make your stay more pleasant, we have additional charge services such as premium food and beverage menus, spa services, etc. Contact guest services for more information.

• We have additional beds and cribs available at the property (subject to availability), if required, please contact us by this means or at the time of registration.

• Please present official identification or passport at the time of registration. If you are staying with minors, please present CURP or documents that prove family ties and/or permission from the minor's parents.

• Check the dates of your stay, number of registered people, room type, as well as payment and cancellation policies to guarantee your reservation before your arrival.

• If you are looking for a room of a higher category or with a greater number of guests, you will have to pay the difference between the reserved room and the required room at the reception or contact your travel agency.

• We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the check-in time which starts at 3:00 PM, check-out time is 12:00 PM.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: PVR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1017 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Angélica solo_traveller mx
8
Estuvo bien
Pros:

El área de la alberca

Cons:

La habitación, la puerta no cerraba bien ... y pedí la habitación con balcón puerto nos dieron una sin balcón 352.
Y la comida si rica pero lo mismo todos los días.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
E
ERTHNA solo_traveller mx
9
Pros:

La atención de todo el personal

Cons:

No hubo algo que no me gustara

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
G
guzman solo_traveller mx
9
Fue una buena estancia
Pros:

La alberca climatizada y las bebidas

Cons:

Los baños eran algo viejos y no se iba bien el agua

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
E
Erika couple us
3
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Mónica Cecilia solo_traveller mx
9
Pros:

El personal de todas las áreas es muy amable.

Cons:

La vista de mi habitación y el inodoro no tenía mucha presión de agua, se requería bajarle varias veces para que quedara limpio.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Carlos extended_group mx
7
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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José Cruz solo_traveller mx
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Natasha family_with_children mx
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Islas solo_traveller mx
6
Pros:

El servicio de comida

Cons:

No tiene areas para fumar cigarrillo

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Domingo z family_with_children us
9
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Isabel solo_traveller mx
7
Pros:

La alberca

Cons:

Las instalaciones no eran tal cual se veían en las fotos, las.fotos mostraban un tobogan en el área de niños, y habitaciones sin humedad.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
J
Jorge Luis solo_traveller mx
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Irola extended_group cr
8
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
H
Hallensleben solo_traveller nl
9
Pros:

The service

Cons:

The room and tv were a little outdated

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Lisbeth solo_traveller mx
7
Pros:

La noche mexicana

Cons:

Que no esta cerca la playa y no siempre hay traslados, no se escucha el mar

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
N
Nathalie Guadalupe solo_traveller mx
8
Pros:

El hotel está pequeño y cómodo, lo único malo, esq no está a pie de playa 🏖️ y en el bar de la playa, no ofrecen bebidas frapeadas y los snacks que te ofrecen solo son palomitas 🍿

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
A
Alberto solo_traveller mx
10
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Ochoa solo_traveller mx
6
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
E
Enrique solo_traveller mx
9
Pros:

La alberca

Cons:

Falta variedad de comida

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
A
Alejandra Lozano Marin solo_traveller mx
8
Pros:

La comida y las bebidas !
Los empleados super amables.

Cons:

Las camas huelen mal y aunque nos cambiaron sábanas y cubre almohadas, están percudidas de olores.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee