Riviera Nayarit: Mexico’s Newest Resort
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Located along Mexico’s Pacific coast, just north of Puerto Vallarta, lies Mexico’s newest resort area — Riviera Nayarit. It features over 100 miles of coastline, with luxurious beach enclaves scattered throughout. There’s a mixture of traditional and new, with sparkling new hotels and spas combined with the area’s rich pre-Columbian heritage, cuisine, and folklore.Â
What to Do
Visitors to Riviera Nayarit will be drawn to the spectacular scenery and beachside activities. In addition, the area boasts several golf courses, three spas, and a plethora of “fresh from the sea” seafood restaurants. Riviera Nayarit is also known for its colorful, traditional handicrafts and art.Â
Where to Stay
The majority of the resorts in the Riviera Nayarit area are four and five-star properties. The region is divided into small resort areas, including Punta Mita (pictured above) and Nuevo Vallarta. Among the best hotels and resorts are:
- Four Seasons Resort — Located in the Punta Mita area, this luxury resort features four restaurants, a full spa, and a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship golf course.
- Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort — Situated along Banderas Bay in Nuevo Vallarta, this all-inclusive resort has won TripAdvisors’ “Best Luxury Resort” designation, among other honors. Facilities include four restaurants, a full-service spa, a fitness center, and two pools.
- Marival Resort & Suites — Also located in Nuevo Vallarta, this 495-room resort is designed to resemble a Mediterranean village. In addition to the white sand beach, facilities include a beauty salon and spa, a business and convention center, a kid’s activity center, two swimming pools, and multiple restaurants.
How to Get There
Visitors to Riviera Nayarit fly into Puerto Vallarta International Airport, located just south of the region. Travelers from Chicago, Los Angeles, Houston, and many other U.S. cities can fly non-stop into that city. Most of the better hotels offer complimentary transportation from the Puerto Vallarta airport.
(photo credit: Flickr user: Nick Hodge/cc license)
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