Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, at an additional charge. Our resort offers transportation to and from the airport, as well as private VIP service. The service may be reserved with drinks and help with your luggage, and is perfect for families and groups of friends. Taxi service is also available. The approximate driving time from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is 20 minutes with normal traffic. The airport is just 11.8 km, or 7.3 miles, from the resort.

There is an arts and crafts market just outside the resort where you can buy your souvenirs.

The most popular beaches to do surfing are Playa Platanitos, Santa Cruz de Miramar, Punta Mita, San Pancho, and Sayulita.

Located a few minutes from the Puerto Vallarta international airport, Riviera Nayarit is a beach destination that stretches along the Pacific coast, from Nuevo Vallarta to Boca de Teacapán.

The distance between Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit is about 15 minutes (11 km).

The distance between the Puerto Vallarta international airport and Riviera Nayarit is 5 km.

Both beach destinations are part of the Banderas Bay, which is divided by two Mexican states: Jalisco and Nayarit. Puerto Vallarta is located in Jalisco and Riviera Nayarit is in the state of Nayarit.

Puerto Vallarta airport is located 5 km from Riviera Nayarit.

Nestled between the Pacific ocean and the Western Sierra Madre mountains, Riviera Nayarit is a stunning treasure located in the Mexican state of Nayarit.

The distance between Nuevo Vallarta and the Puerto Vallarta airport is 13 km.

It depends on your preferences. Nuevo Vallarta is a fairly new resort destination while Puerto Vallarta still retains some of the Mexico's small city charm and culture.

Safety is one of the main Nuevo Vallarta features. As a prestigious tourist town, this destination is known for being one of the safest places in Mexico.

There are many things to do and see in Puerto Vallarta. Take a walk in the Malecón and nearby streets, join a food tour, watch how the sun sets above the ocean, soak up the sun on the beach, take part in a tequila tour, explore the Cuale River flea market, and marvel at San Pancho.

Riviera Nayarit is a popular resort and beach town that offers plenty of activities and breathtaking natural landscapes.

This tropical wonder is famous for its beautiful golden beaches, impressive views of the Sierra Madre mountains, abundant vegetation, exciting eco-tours, extraordinary animal species, and the enchanting beauty of the Banderas Bay.

Yes, Nuevo Vallarta is located in the state of Nayarit, Mexico.

As part of the Banderas Bay, Nuevo Vallarta is a relaxing resort town located in Riviera Nayarit, 20 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta international airport.

Located 20 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta international airport, Nuevo Vallarta is a tourist destination situated in Bahía de Banderas, in the state of Nayarit.

Nuevo Vallarta is a tropical wonder built up with wonderful resorts and condo complexes. It features many beach restaurants, bars, shops, an enchanting church, and a flea market.

Nuevo Vallarta is a prestigious beach destination in the state of Nayarit, Mexico. Located just 25 minutes from Puerto Vallarta, this coastal treasure is a three mile long strip of golden beach lined with upscale resorts, restaurants, and shops.

Nuevo Vallarta is located in the Mexican state of Nayarit.

There are incredible things to do in Nuevo Vallarta. Delight in a tequila tasting, explore colorful Sayulita, enjoy a snorkeling experience at the Marietas islands, take a Mexican food tour, and go surfing in San Pancho.

Nuevo Vallarta time zone is Central Standard Time (CST).

Nuevo Vallarta is an up and coming beach retreat with soft sandy beaches, a luxurious strip with All-Inclusive hotels, and a relaxing atmosphere.

Nuevo Vallarta is one if the safest places in Mexico. As this popular beach destination is free of travel warnings, you can enjoy all the tropical wonders without feeling anxious about safety.

Definitely! Nuevo Vallarta features a scenic swimmable beach. As the water temperature is usually quite pleasant, specially in the late afternoon, it's perfect for families traveling with children.

Absolutely! The Nuevo Vallarta's beaches are shallow, warm, and gentle, making them perfect for families with small children.

There are plenty of things to see and do in Nuevo Vallarta! Enjoy a Spa treatment, explore the picturesque Sayulita, enjoy authentic Mexican food in Punta Mita, watch how the sun sets over the beach, take a tour to the Sierra Madre Mountains, and enjoy a whale watching excursion.

Nuevo Vallarta is located in the Mexican state of Nayarit, right next to Puerto Vallarta.

Riviera Nayarit boasts amazing family hotels. We highly recommend Four Seasons Punta Mita, which features a unique program for children; The St. Regis Punta Mita, offering excursions for all ages; and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, awarded as one of the 22 Family Vacation Destinations with Activities for All Ages by The Oprah Magazine.

Definitely, this beach is safe for children and adults. For example, the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit beach has the Blue Flag Recognition Award, which recognizes the sustainable development of beaches and marinas regarding water quality, education, and security among many services.

Which hotels are open in Riviera Nayarit?

Absolutely! This top beach destination in Mexico welcomes visitors taking care of their health and safety with strict measures and protocols that provide safe trip environments. Please be sure to review the reopening travel policies of your country of origin.

Starting June 15 most resorts and hotels in Riviera Nayarit reopened their doors once again. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is among them, welcoming guests starting mid-June.

The Riviera Nayarit destination has been granted the "Safe Travels" stamp by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). This distinction aims to provide travelers with safe environments by following the highest standards and hygiene safety protocols so that you can plan a carefree travel.

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has granted Riviera Nayarit the "Safe Travels" stamp, ensuring safe environments at this destination by following the highest standards and hygiene safety protocols.

We suggest that you look for the "Safe Travels" Stamp issued by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). This distinction aims to provide safe environments for travelers around the world. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is a proud holder of the stamp, ensuring the highest hygiene standards and protocols to face Covid-19 are being implemented for you to travel with confidence.

Following the directions and suggestions of the government, most hotels and resorts have been certified to protect guests from Covid-19 in Riviera Nayarit. Exhaustive training on the protocols have been undertaken by hotels to ensure the safety and security of our visitors. We strongly suggest you look for the "Safe Travels" Stamp which grants the bearers the acknowledgement that highest standards and protocols are being implemented. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is a proud holder of this stamp.

Yes. The Riviera Nayarit destination has received the global safety stamp of approval from the World Travel and Tourism Council. The distinction is delivered only to those destinations which comply with the "Safe Travels" protocols, based on the standards of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Prevention (CDC).

Riviera Nayarit has acquired strict protocols to prevent Covid-19 contagions: increment of frequency in cleaning of high-contact surfaces; sanitization of work araas at the beginning and end of each shift; staff members will wear protective equipment at all times. All these measures are followed in Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit: suites will bear a 100% sanitized seal on the door. The use of the elevators, restaurants, and common areas will follow physical distancing protocols. We carry out exhaustive procedures in accordance to guidelines dictated by the World Health Organization and the Ministry of Tourism, as well as the Ministry of Labor and Mexican Social Security Institute.

Hotels and resorts located in Riviera Nayarit have been certified in matter of health and safety by the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS). The implementation of strict protocols has been supervised by the government to ensure every measure is followed. Added to this measures, Riviera Nayarit has been granted with the Safe Travels stamp, issued by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is located in Nuevo Vallarta, only 25 minutes from Downtown Puerto Vallarta. A resort community on Mexico's Pacific coast, Nuevo Vallarta is just north of Puerto Vallarta. Both beach destinations are part of the Banderas Bay, which is divided by two Mexican states: Jalisco and Nayarit. Puerto Vallarta is located in Jalisco and Nuevo Vallarta is in the state of Nayarit. Nuevo Vallarta is a breathtaking destination loved for championship golf courses and 5 miles of white sandy beach. Puerto Vallarta gives tourists something different - authentic Mexico with a friendly flair. It is famous for its soft-sand beaches.

Riviera Nayarit is a tourist destination located near Puerto Vallarta International Airport but is not part of the city.

Yes, Riviera Nayarit is close to Puerto Vallarta. It is located just minutes north of Puerto Vallarta's International Airport.

Yes, you can swim in Riviera Nayarit. For example, the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit beach has the Blue Flag Recognition Award, which recognizes the sustainable development of beaches and marinas regarding water quality, education, and security among many services.