What We Love
- No reservations needed at any of the restaurants.
- The teal ocean and breezy palms on the white sand of Flamingos Beach. Swoon-worthy.
- Sipping on cocktails and watching the crazy beautiful pink sunsets over the water.
- The spa where you can descend into relaxing massages & thalassotherapy, a seawater treatment.
- The in-pool loungers where you can lounge, swim around a bit, then return to work on your tan.
Things to Know
- It's just 8 miles away from the airport. Blink, and you'll be there.
- Don't miss horseback riding in the Sierra Madres or swimming with the dolphins in Banderas Bay.
- There's an 18-hole, championship golf course that a coconut's throw away.
- Check out the bodyboarding, windsurfing, catamarans and more. Dive in.
- On land, there's volleyball, billiards and for the flexible/bendy types, there's gymnastics.
Resort Details
- Elite Club RestaurantA-la-carte restaurant exclusively for Elite Club guests. Dinner Only
- GuacamoleMexican a-la-carte restaurant with starters buffet. Dinner only.
- KrystalA-la-carte restaurant serving fusion cuisine. Dinner only.
- KyotoA-la-carte restaurant serving Asian cuisine. Dinner only.
- La PeninsulaMain Buffet restaurant with live cooking stations, serving international cuisine. Breakfast, lunch and Dinner.
- La ToscanaItalian a-la-carte restaurant with starters and desserts buffet. Dinner Only.
- Pepe´s Food Grill
- Snacks. Lunch only.
- SteakhouseA-la-carte restaurant. Dinner only.
- Tiki TacoTacos. Lunch only.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Sports Bar 24 hours with snacks
- Marlin Swim-up Bar
- Daiquiri Lobby Bar- Bolero Theatre Bar- Capuchino Patisserie & Ice Cream Parlor- Elite Club Lounge exclusively for Elite Club guests- Elite Club Beach Bar exclusively for Elite Club guests
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- Bell staff/porter
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Game room
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Bell staff/porter
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Game room
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safe deposit box
- Spa†
- Steam bath
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
† Fees may apply
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Non-Motorized Water SportsThis includes catamarans, kayaking, body boards and 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool.
- PoolThere is 3 pool on-site.
- Spa †There is 1 indoor hot tub.
- Golf †
A golf course is located within a mile of the hotel that provides preferential conditions and additional value to our guests.
- Motorized Water Sports †
- On-site EntertainmentAccess to weekly theme parties for everyone
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
7149 reviews
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Mar 27, 2025Our stay
Our stay excellent We loved ALBERTO AND Monserrat are bar service all the staff was very friendly The new restaurants were great
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Mar 26, 2025
AMAZING HOTEL
Although we had to cut our stay shorter than anticipated due to health reasons, this hotel and staff were beyond the beyond. Couldn't have asked for better service, cleaning, food choices, etc. Can't wait to go back.
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Mar 26, 2025
Great trip!
3 couples came for our spring break and we all loved every part of this resort! Can't wait to come again!
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Mar 25, 2025
Beautiful clean, well maintained property.
Beautiful clean well maintained property. Recent renovations, large rooms with a great location. A short walk to Buceries along the beach and walkable beach either direction you go. All staff I encountered were happy, professional, and courteous. Good Buffet at La Peninsula, great selection of items daily, breakfast, lunch or dinner, fresh fruit, seafood, show cooking stations, lots to choose from. Pool side there is Pepe's Food and Tiki Taco. A la carte there's the Steakhouse, Kyoto being Asian, Krystal being Fusion, La Tosca being Italian and Guacamole being Mexican. The favourite for me was the Steakhouse. Nice little coffee bar with sweets, yogurt and juices and good selection of coffee in the lobby opens at 7:00 am. A bar cart with specialty drinks in the lobby daily at 5:00pm. The Sports Bar is open 24 hours. If you have compassion for animals please look for the resort Cat named Catamaran. She is a wonderful soul that has been at the property since a kitten from what I learnt, she is now 14. Please consider taking the time to feed and water her there are dishes just down from where the towels are across from the pool bar and restaurant. Some repeat guests bring her food and Temptations as a treat. The property has a this is your home away from home vibe. Being adults only is a nice touch if that is the sort of experience you are looking for.
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Mar 23, 2025
Best stay yet!
This was our 3rd year with Riu PV and it was our best trip yet. The Palace renovations are beautiful and very appropriate! Our room was significantly better than we were anticipating. The service, as always, we'll beyond measure! Thank you so much!
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryRiu Party in Puerto Vallarta will be temporarily paused during the renovation of Riu Jalisco. The renovation will begin on August 18, 2025, and the hotel will reopen on December 20, 2025. As a result, the Riu Party will not be available for guests at Riu Vallarta and Riu Palace Pacifico during this period. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to resuming the Riu Party events upon the completion of the renovations.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. "Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted. EFFECTIVE FROM 03/30/21
Transfer Policy - A price may display, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fee are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26