We just got back from the Samba (Stayed there June 23-30). The good things: Beautiful property, well maintained and manicured gardens. Very clean. AWESOME BEACH!!!! The Riu, right next door had wall to wall people at their beach, but the Samba was a perfect amount. They also had lots of chairs, umbrellas and even bar service out at the beach.... more

We were looking for a relaxing beach all-inclusive get-away for a good deal & we feel like we accomplished this here. We felt safe & never once had concerns about H1N1 or any violent activity. We also never felt the need to protect items in our room, or by the beach or pool. In fact, we left items out &... more

Let me start out by saying that this was my first time in Mexico and I really had no idea what to expect. This hotel, for the money that I paid, was more than I could ask for. The thing that sticks out the most was that the staff was EXCEPTIONAL. They were all so friendly and did whatever they... more

We returned to the Samba for a second visit since our forst trip was also very good. The staff is exceptional, and do whatever they can to make your stay worthwhile and fun! They waitors and bartenders knew our names almost innediately, as well as our drink preferences. They were friendly and accomodating. The food at the buffett was simple... more

My friends and I really wanted an inexpensive all-inclusive get away at a decent place, and this place for really great for the money. The hotel is small so getting from room to the beach is GREAT. The rooms are highly lack-luster, but fortunately we were not in our rooms very much. Food was awesome, pool & grounds were great,... more

Just got back from our 1st trip to Samba. It's smaller and older than what we usually book, but still loved this place. The staff is warm, friendly and helpful. The room was clean, had everything we needed, iron, blowdryer, couch, coffee in room, TV. . .The pool was perfect for our 9 and 11 year old. Had 3 seperate... more

We booked our trip on Orbitz this time, as an all inclusive, and there was a coupon we found for $200 off a 7 day hotel in the Carribbean or Mexico with airfare. The code was entertain200, and we (myself, 33, my friend, 33 and my sister, 31) got the trip for $557US each. The day after we booked, the... more

Samba Vallarta is a smaller property so the staff has an opportunity to get to know the customers. The resort works very hard to please the customer and keep everyone entertained with nightly shows, vendors, games, etc. It is an older property but the grounds are very well kept - beautiful flowers and trees. The only disappointment was the lack... more

Our family (mom, dad, 2 kids under ten, and one Grandma and one Grandpa) visited the Samba March 14th – 21st of this year. It’s been a while and I haven’t gotten around to writing a review until now – perhaps I’m still dealing with the sadness of being here, rather than there. For the most part, what I read... more