Dreams Vallarta Bay Resorts & Spa

My wife and I initially arrived at Dreams Vallarta Bay with the anticipation of a truly memorable trip, particularly as we were undergoing IVF treatments. Regrettably, due to unforeseen complications with the IVF treatment, my wife required emergency surgery, which prevented her from participating in egg implantation. Despite this unexpected turn of events, the staff at Dreams, provided exceptional care and ensured that the remainder of our stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. They demonstrated outstanding service, attending to our every need. I cannot overstate the positive impact their attentiveness had on our experience and my wife's recovery, after we checked into Dreams.

The resort is beautiful, and the views are absolutely breathtaking. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the property itself is very scenic. I highly recommend renting a private cabana, especially if you want a more relaxing and comfortable experience away from the larger crowds. We traveled with two children, and they enjoyed themselves during the stay. However, compared with other family-friendly Dreams resorts, there could have been more consistent daytime activities and evening entertainment for both children and adults. The resort becomes much busier from Friday through Sunday. During the week, we usually did not experience a wait for the restaurants. Once Friday arrived, wait times increased to approximately 40–60 minutes due to the larger crowds and limited restaurant availability. The food options were somewhat limited. Breakfast at the buffet was pretty good, but lunch could have offered more variety and better options. The Italian restaurant was adults-only, which reduced the dining choices for families traveling with children. Castaways’ second level was also closed, which further limited availability. The reservation-only restaurants were difficult to book because reservations often became unavailable within about 10 minutes of opening. Some restaurants were also closed one day during the week, making it even harder to secure a reservation. We rented an Oceana cabana and were able to order food from Oceana. The food was amazing, and we were glad to have the opportunity to try it because Oceana was not otherwise accessible to us while staying on the Dreams side with children. The drinks were good, and the bartenders were able to make the specialty drinks I requested. However, the bars did not always have drink-rim ingredients such as Tajín or sugar. The entertainment was one of the most disappointing parts of the stay. Many of the evening performances were short, slow, and lacked energy. Some of the singers were not very engaging. There was a show on Friday night, but it was not advertised well and was held downstairs, so many guests may not have known about it. The nightclub was closed and appeared unfinished. The area smelled strongly of paint and did not seem ready for guests. There was very little adult entertainment and not enough consistent family entertainment compared with other Dreams, Breathless, and Secrets resorts we have visited. The pool area could also benefit from more music, activities, and daytime entertainment. Overall, the resort is visually stunning and offers beautiful views, nice rooms, and a peaceful atmosphere. Our children enjoyed themselves, but guests looking for lively nightlife, dancing, and a full schedule of family entertainment may be disappointed. The resort seems better suited for families and adults who prefer a quieter, more relaxing vacation and early evenings.

We stayed at Dreams Vallarta Bay in July 2026, and it was such a wonderful family vacation! As a mom, what stood out most was how family-friendly everything was. Our daughter absolutely loved the Explorer's Club and looked forward to going every day, which gave us some time to relax knowing she was having so much fun. The beach was warm and beautiful, and once you got past a few rocks near the shore, the waves were perfect for floating, as long as you’re a strong swimmer! The sunsets every evening were absolutely stunning. We also spent hours at the kids' pools, so I'd definitely recommend bringing extra sunscreen and your own floaties. The food was great, especially the breakfast buffet, and even our picky eater always found something she liked. Coco Café quickly became our favourite spot for coffee, churros, and afternoon ice cream. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and stayed nice and cool despite the hot weather outside. Another big plus was the location—only about 10 minutes from the airport and a quick taxi ride to the Malecón. Overall, this resort exceeded our expectations. Between the friendly staff, great food, fun kids' activities, beautiful beach, and convenient location, it made for an easy, relaxing family vacation. We made so many wonderful memories and would definitely come back!

Everything was great! We stayed a week from Sunday to Sunday. The food in particular was awesome. We did not have one bad meal there. My favorite night was the Asado night at the buffet. Capers wash wife’s favorite, and the kids loved the all you can eat ice cream of course. The food was excellent! The service here was amazing as well. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating in every part of the hotel. From the restaurants, to the front desk, to the entertainment team, and the Explorer’s club. Our kids loved the club! A few days they spent the whole day there, even wanting to eat lunch with them and dinner. We would eat dinner at the buffet as well, and they still wanted to sit with the kids club. The teachers there were excellent! Aydee, Jessica, Alejandra, and Naomi. There were all so good with our kids. The resort is very pretty as well! Everything was very clean! The entertainment they had each night was great too! The location of the resort is prime too! 10 minute drive from the Airport, and about a 5 minute drive from the boardwalk. Please visit here! The staff and food are amazing! It is great for couples on the Secrets side, and families on the Dreams side. I wouldn’t even mind staying at the Dreams side if it were just my wife and either. The noise level was perfect even with kids running around. Puerto Vallarta is beautiful city, and Dreams was wonderful. We can’t to return next year!

We traveled here for my brother and new sister-in-law's wedding, and what an incredible time we had! The weather was absolutely perfect—except for the good luck rain on the wedding night! Alejandro made sure our drinks were always full, and the rest of the staff was amazing as well—Claudio, Alphonso, Aurelio, Jose, Noah, Angel, Adriana (and I'm sure I'm forgetting someone). Every one of them helped make our week unforgettable. A special shout-out to Carlos—what an incredible guy! Whether he was leading water aerobics, teaching daily Spanish lessons, or hosting karaoke, he made every day even more enjoyable. He also had an amazing sense of humor. One day I told him, "¡Yo seré tu suegro!" (He even taught me how to say it in Spanish!) I think one of my daughters may have had a little crush on him. 🤦🏻‍♂️😂 Our family and friends felt so welcomed, and thanks to the amazing staff, we truly had the time of our lives. Thank you all for making my brother and sister-in-law's wedding week so memorable. We can't wait to come back!

My stay at Dreams Vallarta Bay was amazing! The room was clean, comfortable, and everything worked perfectly. The balcony was beautiful, room service was excellent, and all of the restaurants and buffet were outstanding. The staff was incredibly courteous, attentive, and welcoming throughout our stay. My daughter had her wedding at the resort, and it was an unforgettable experience for our entire family. We rented cabanas and a private two-story beach area with its own bar, bartender, and attendant, and the service was exceptional. From the wedding events to the daily activities, everything exceeded our expectations. We made memories that will last a lifetime and would gladly return. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I had the best time at Dreams Vallarta Bay! We were there for a wedding and the entire team that supported us was amazing, and the view was stunning with the sunsetting over the ocean! Aside from that, the entertainment team was AMAZING, especially David! I am the type of person that isn’t afraid to have a good time and they really made sure we had activities and we never stopped having fun!!! Special extra shoutouts to Esteban, Noé, and the guest Zumba instructor Denise! All and all I would suggest this trip to everyone! We made so many new friends while dancing and having cocktails at the swim up bar, can’t wait to come back! Thanks to all!

Overall, our 7 day vacation at Dreams was really everything we were looking for: all-inclusive, 4 star quality & price, and close to the city center/romantic zone to get some variety. My husband and I did a TON of research on the resort, what to expect, and things we should keep in mind -- I'll admit, this was incredibly helpful to ensure we went in with eyes wide open. After reflecting on our time at Dreams/Secrets, we have some reactions and tips for anyone considering this property! Pros: - Food is good! Wide variety, sensitive to allergies, and decent quality. That said, it's an all inclusive. We think of it as 'cruise food' if you've ever done a cruise. It's solid, but it won't be anything you gush over. - The property itself is gorgeous. The lobby really is stunning, the rooms are large and luxurious, and the pool areas are perfect. The property is clearly maintained very well (people were scrubbing/fixing different parts nearly every day), and it made it feel well cared for. - Location is perfect for getting off-site and exploring the city. We were here for pride week, so it was nice to do some fun things in PV. Ubers and taxis can come right up to the resort for ease of travel. - We stayed in a preferred suite / the preferred tower, and the butlers/concierge were WILDLY amazing and added so much to our trip. Shout out to Cristian who really made us feel so welcome, checked in with us every time he saw us, and always had a beaming smile and genuinely enthusiastic attitude. He alone made it worth upgrading the room! Cons (admittedly subjective, tried to focus on broader comments): - The staff in general was good, but there was an underlying sense that no one was really all that happy in general. There seemed to be a clear hierarchy amongst them, and we witnessed several managers assert dominance over some other staff. We were by the pool when the manager of the French restaurant came up (we had no idea who he was) and he was offended we asked him for a drink. Just threw off the vibe at times. - The reviews are correct that they WILL try to sell you on going to an info session for the Hyatt Unlimited Club, or their version of a timeshare. We had been traveling for 13 hours when we checked in and the saleswoman, while professional, was incredibly pushy. We were smiling and nodding along, but not committing to anything. We had to confirm with her the next day that we were not interested and try to shut it down firmly. It helped that we went into the experience knowing this would happen, so it's good to be aware so you can firmly say no (no matter what they try offer you: free massages, free romantic dinner on the beach, etc.). Who wants to try and fend off sales people on vacation?? - The beach. It's there, and the sand is nice enough, but you are immediately bombarded with random vendors trying to sell you stuff (hats, blankets, sunglasses, etc.). And, the beach declines VERY steeply to the water, making it look really unsafe to be swimming in the water at all. We were a bit disappointed since we were excited to enjoy the beach, but it was generally a bit of a letdown. There are much better parts of PV if the beach is critical to your vacation experience. - Mini Bar in the room was... fine? A couple beers, sodas and waters. I've been to other Mexican all inclusives and had way more. TIPS / Expectation Setting: - BOOK THE DREAMS SIDE OF THE RESORT! For us, it was way cheaper (by like, thousands) and then you can pay a daily fee to get access to the entire Secrets side. It was $50 a day for both of us ($50 total), so we paid MUCH less than we would have for the exact same rooms on the other side. This is a hack that I was skeptical/unsure about when we went, but it worked out perfectly. - If you are looking for a swim-out room, I might not book the preferred tower / preferred room. We noticed that the regular swim-out rooms were super private and blocked with plants from the general public, but the preferred rooms were wide open so anyone could see into your pool area/room. That was counter-intuitive to us, so something to consider. - Check out spa options at nearby resorts! This resort had some of the most expensive spa options, but right down the road we found much better deals at a different resort. It's worth doing some research. I'm sure it's great here, but we love a good deal. - There are weddings. Every. Day. Sometimes more than one. So be aware that there will be some interesting gatherings that you can look at from your room. It can be a bit much after 7 days. - If you actually like wine, the all-inclusive wine here is not great. (I know, wine snob here). There is a grocery store within a 3 minute walk, so you can buy some very cheap, but tasty, bottles of wine to have in your room. They weirdly won't bring you / give you a full bottle anyway, so it was nice to have some good wine in our fridge. - Plan to get off the property! PV was so beautiful and we had some of the most incredible meals when we went out for dinner. Very easy (and cheap) to Uber or taxi. - Probably sad I have to say, but bring lots of pesos in small bills (20's and 50's). I know tipping culture is a hot topic, but this is an all inclusive and it's very much appreciated. Just give them the equivalent of a dollar for their service. Overall, would recommend. It was solid, especially if you can get a good price (we paid ~$350 a night for a preferred room in May). Hopefully this helps!

This is our third trip to this beautiful resort. We continue to come for the great customer service from a well-seasoned staff experience. Cesar is five diamonds with his morning and lunchtime greetings at the Carnival Buffet along with Oscar and Alexani. Always smiling, engaging with the guests and making us feel special at the resort. Alejandro recognized my husband as soon as he walked into the breakfast area with a big welcome back hug. Franciso from Capers welcomed us home with his beautiful smile and generous hugs. He is the best public relations for this resort. Always with a smile, he delivers great customer service and showmanship with his presentation of the food. In Secrets French restaurant, Eloyon (hope I spelled his name correctly) was the perfect host for our special dinner. The rooms were clean and comfortable throughout our stay. We did miss the changes from previous years such as having the option of the BBQ by the pool area everyday along with classes offering how to make guacamole along with specialty drinks and other food items. The pool service was efficient with Diego, Manuel serving us throughout our stay. The pool songs were repetitious each day with the except of the last 3 of our 10 day stay. The last few years the pool personnel engaged most of us at the pool for exercise, dancing and games which this year I found less was offered. We realize that cost need to be cut but not offering Corona, and Modella beers to the guests is not Mexico! We come for the food classes, pool atmosphere, bbq lunches as an alternative to inside dining and most of all the staff. The food that is offered at this resort is very good compared to other all inclusive resorts. The chefs deserve an applause. No complaints at all. Lastly Mario who we have known since our arrival three years ago was the perfect bell captain. We remember when he was assisting at the front desk. Hyatt, you need to bring back the favorites for your guests to make their Mexican vacation complete!