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Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta

Paseo de los Cocoteros 19 - Villa 8 Bahia de Banderas | Nuevo Vallarta 63732  [SEE MAP]Nuevo Vallarta  [SEE ADDRESS]
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Overview

All rooms come with balconies
Expensive rates
This Hard Rock Hotel lures travelers with the promise of all the luxurious trappings indicative of its brand. Located in Nuevo Vallarta in Riviera Nayarit – just an 8-mile drive northwest of Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport – this all-inclusive Hard Rock outpost invites guests to bed down like a rock star in one of its stylish guest rooms, which are decorated in bold colors and feature LCD televisions, wine and liquor dispensers, marble bathrooms and hydro spa tubs. Stroll through the resort's rock 'n' roll memorabilia-lined hallways and you'll find six restaurants, which past patrons describe as excellent. For an extra dose of relaxation, book a massage at the Rock Spa. Venture outside to take a dip in the two swimming pools, lounge on the sands of Banderas Bay or embark on a snorkeling, parasailing or golf excursion (all of which can be arranged through the hotel). When the sun goes down, the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta offers five bars and lounges, plus an outdoor ampitheater with live shows, concerts and rollicking parties to keep you entertained all night long.
This Hard Rock Hotel lures travelers with the promise of all the luxurious trappings indicative of its brand. Located in Nuevo Vallarta in Riviera Nayarit – just an 8-mile drive northwest of Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport – this all-inclusive Hard Rock outpost invites guests to bed down like a rock star in one of its stylish guest rooms, which are decorated in bold colors and feature LCD televisions, wine and liquor dispensers, marble bathrooms and hydro spa tubs. Stroll through the resort's rock 'n' roll memorabilia-lined hallways and you'll find six restaurants, which past patrons describe as excellent. For an extra dose of relaxation, book a massage at the Rock Spa. Venture outside to take a dip in the two swimming pools, lounge on the sands of Banderas Bay or embark on a snorkeling, parasailing or golf excursion (all of which can be arranged through the hotel). When the sun goes down, the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta offers five bars and lounges, plus an outdoor ampitheater with live shows, concerts and rollicking parties to keep you entertained all night long.
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Location
Nuevo Vallarta
Hotel Class
4.5-star
Property Type
All-inclusive hotel, 348 rooms
Primary View
Neighborhood, Ocean
Style
Modern

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Pool
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Kids
Fitness
Business
Wedding

Scorecard

  • 4.5Hotel Class
  • GOODCritic Rating

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Tripadvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 6629 reviews Based on 6629 reviews
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Other Awards

  • AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2019
  • TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2019

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One of the most striking elements of the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta (formerly the Palace Resort Vallarta) is its soaring lobby, with two huge installations made with LP covers and instruments.

One of the most striking elements of the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta (formerly the Palace Resort Vallarta) is its soaring lobby, with two huge installations made with LP covers and instruments.

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This all-inclusive on Banderas Bay just 15 minutes from Puerto Vallarta's airport has 'great food, a beautiful beach, and plenty of activities,' plus round-the-clock service.

This all-inclusive on Banderas Bay just 15 minutes from Puerto Vallarta's airport has 'great food, a beautiful beach, and plenty of activities,' plus round-the-clock service.

Other Awards

  • AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2019
  • TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2019
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Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by Tripadvisor. A total of 6629 have reviewed the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.

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Tripadvisor Travel Rating: Tripadvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 6629 reviews 4.5 (based on 6629 reviews)
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Guest Rooms

All of the guest rooms and suites are tricked out in true Hard Rock style with custom furnishings and rock memorabilia. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, liquor dispensers, individually controlled air-conditioning units, coffee makers and bathrooms with Hydro Spa tubs. While standard rooms offer French balconies, those in upgraded rooms and suites receive additional perks like a personal assistant, ocean-view balconies and preferenital check-in and checkout.
  • All-inclusive rates cover unlimited food and beverages, nightly entertainment, in-room minibar and liquor dispenser, 24-hour room service, a variety of activities and water sports, access to the kids club, Wi-Fi, parking and all taxes and gratuities
  • Selection of in-room guitars (PICKS program) and DJ mixers (MIX program) available upon request
  • Purified water provided

Standard room size: 457 square feet

  • Premium channels
  • Workspace/desk
  • Minifridge
  • Bathrobes/slippers
  • Minibar
  • Shower/tub combo
  • Separate shower
  • Separate tub
  • Internet
  • Wireless internet
  • Free internet
  • Fee for internet usage
  • Guest rooms with patios and balconies
  • Adjoining rooms available
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Location & Parking

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The all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta is located along Banderas Bay in Nuevo Vallarta in the heart of the region known as Riviera Nayarit. Nuevo Vallarta is an upscale neighborhood with quiet, leafy streets, luxurious homes and high-end hotels. Guests who crave some city excitement will need a car to explore downtown Puerto Vallarta, which is located about 10 miles southeast.
  • Located 8 miles northwest of Puerto Vallarta International Airport
  • On-site car rental agency
  • Off-site tours and excursions available
  • All-inclusive rates include accommodations, all meals and snacks, all drinks (including top-shelf alcohol), nonmotorized water sports, nightly entertainment, wireless internet access and more
  • 24-hour valet parking (free)
  • 24-hour self-parking (free)
  • Airport shuttle (with fee)
  • Car service

Within walking distance of:

  • Bus stop
  • Restaurants
  • Movie theater
  • Train station
  • Beach
  • Theater
  • Subway/metro stop
  • Grocery store
  • Shopping
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Dining

Guests at the Hard Rock Vallarta have unlimited access to six restaurants and five bars, as well as a stocked in-room minibar and liquor dispenser. Cuisine ranges from Brazalian at Ipanema to Italian at Ciao to Mexican at Frida. Other options include Asian cuisine at Zen, oven-baked pizza at Pizzeto and an international buffet at The Market. The Sun Bar serves coffee and tea by day and becomes a gathering spot for live music and karaoke at night.

    Number of restaurants: 6

    Cuisine Types: Buffet, Asian, Italian, American, Mexican, Latin American

    • Fine dining
    • Casual dining
    • Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
    • Bar/lounge
    • Room service
    • 24-hour room service
    • free breakfast
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    Pool

    Overlooking the beach and Banderas Bay, the two free-form pools are lined with palm trees and furnished with comfortable lounge chairs and umbrellas. A separate kids pool features waterslides. The beach is furnished with lounge chairs and palapas and guests with Rock Royalty Level rooms have access to a private VIP area.
    • Swim-up and poolside bars
    • Daily pool activities include water polo, aqua aerobics and pool volleyball
    • Bali beds on the beach are available for rent
    • Lap pool
    • Wading pool
    • Lazy river
    • Family pool
    • Infinity pool
    • Whirlpool/hot tub
    • Adults-only pool
    • Lifeguard on duty
    • Poolside service
    • Waterslide
    • Deck chairs or cabanas
    • Pool bar
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    Spa

    The hotel’s Rock Spa features nine treatment rooms and two outdoor treatment areas with ocean views. A full line of spa services includes massage therapies, body wraps and scrubs, facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa also offers a salon for hair styling, makeup services, aromatherapy and waxing.
    • In-room treatments available
    • Spa treatments not part of all-inclusive rates

    Services offered:

    • Massage
    • Facial
    • Body Treatments (i.e. scrubs, wraps)
    • Salon services
    • Outdoor treatment area
    • Steam room
    • Sauna
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    Kids

    The Kids Club offers supervised indoor and outdoor activities for children ages 4 to 12, including games, crafts, water play, beach soccer and volleyball. The hotel also features The Cavern Club game room with arcade games and video-game consoles. The property also offers a kids pool with waterslides and an outdoor amphitheater with family-friendly programming.
    • Family suites offer amenities like minibars with both adult and kid-friendly beverages, kids toiletries and child-sized bathrobes
    • Kids Club
    • Free Kids Club
    • Fee for Kids Club
    • Cribs
    • High Chairs
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    Fitness

    Located in the spa complex, the Body Rock fitness center features cardio and weight-training equipment ilike treadmills, elliptical trainers, leg machines, StairMasters and free weights. Complimentary daily classes, including yoga and aqua aerobics, are also available. Other activities include beach volleyball, dance classes, billiards and Ping-Pong.
    • Complimentary nonmotorized watersports include kayaking, boogie boarding and snorkeling
    • Scuba diving and deep-sea fishing available for an additional fee
    • Variety of off-property excursions include zip lining and swimming with dolphins (additional fees apply)
    • Weight equipment
    • Cardio equipment
    • Yoga mats
    • Free fitness classes
    • Premium fitness classes (with fee)
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    Business

    The Hard Rock Vallarta offers both indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, including two large conference rooms. The 12,900-square-foot Sanctuary Room can be divided into several smaller rooms. The hotel offers audiovisual equipment rentals and technical support, as well as catering.
    • On-site business center (fee applies after 30 minutes of use)
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout property
    • Venues can hold 200 to 800 people

    Number of meeting rooms: 6

    • Business center
    • Meeting rooms
    • Meeting and event planners available
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    Wedding

    The Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta features both wedding and honeymoon packages. Wedding ceremonies are typically held on the beach or in the gazebo, and a variety of indoor and outdoor venues are available for receptions. For intimate celebrations, the hotel offers a complimentary wedding package and a complimentary honeymoon package, as well as custom wedding designs for larger affairs.

      Maximum wedding guest capacity: 800

      • Hotel hosts weddings
      • Outdoor space for weddings
      • Wedding planners available
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