Yelapa Independent

"Beautiful hotel for beach vacations"

"Beat value if you only want to eat and drink on property "

"We had an absolutely fantastic stay in Puerto Vallarta and can’t say enough good things about this resort. The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and has that relaxed, upscale feel you want on vacation. Great adults-only resort with a slightly older clientele but still very fun. We visited in mid-April 2026 and the weather was perfect, sitting between 26–30°C every day with plenty of sunshine which was ideal for pool and beach time. The staff really stood out. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cared about making our stay enjoyable. They’re also constantly cleaning, so the resort always looked amazing. The nightly shows were another highlight; professional, entertaining, and something we looked forward to each evening. Michael Jackson show? Awesome. One thing we really appreciated was the availability of lounge chairs around the pool. No early-morning rush or saving spots, there were always plenty. Having “competed” for chairs at other resorts, this was a BIG plus. And the food? Excellent. The buffet quality was so good that we didn’t even bother with the specialty restaurants during our 9-day stay. The beach was great for walking, and we always felt safe. Our only minor complaint was the beds which are too soft and dipped in the middle but that’s small compared to everything else done so well. Just be aware that ALL mattresses in the hotel are the same so it wasn't just 'our room'. Highly recommend."