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Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
Boulevard Medina Ascencio 999 | Zona Hotelera las Glorias, Puerto Vallarta 48330, Mexico
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Guadalajara, MX
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Location, amenities, and full service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2012

We've stayed at the Sheridan Bugambilias several times and this place has it all . . . the definition of full service. This facility has an excellent location right on the beach with easy walking to the fun areas, restaurants, shops, etc. This place is a solid 4-star hotel. But . . .

I'll just make this short and simple . . . Two things here bother us. First - when you check in, there are these creepy little people hanging around in the lobby who "pounce on you" to try and sell you trips, events, etc. in Puerto Vallarta during your stay. They can take up your time, ask for personal information, and you room number, etc. If you are not interested, like us, just ignore them! But they can become pests. Second - the rooms have awesome views. But, the decor is "tired looking" and need a good updating. Having said this, we do recommend the hotel for it's numerous amenities, location, and good service, but there is room for management to make some needed improvements and changes.

Room Tip: Except for a couple of rooms on each floor on the South end of the complex, the room views all face...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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buganviliasrp, Public Relations Manager at Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center, responded to this review
December 29, 2012
Dear George:

Thank you for externalizing your high opinion on our staff services, location and room views, your eloquent commend is much appreciated, as we strive to comply with our guest expectations.

Having said that, I would like to acknowledge your discontent with the obvious approach of the lobby sales staff, we regret you resent their performance. We will review our procedures to improve our sales practives to fullfil our guest satisfaction.

I am sure your will notice our actions on your next visit to beautiful Puerto Vallarta.

Sincerely
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california
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Puerto Vallarta in December”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

Dear TripAdvisor, I am doing a review of my visit to Puerto Vallarta in December 2012. By the way, I used the TripAdvisor luggage tag you sent me. I love it and apparently someone else did too---it was swiped at the airport in Puerto Vallarta. Could you send me a replacement luggage tag? I would appreciate it very much if you did and send it to my address. Thanks.

My review:
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, in early December is a place teeming with people and it seems all roads lead to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. For 9 days leading up to the feastday itself on December 12, all kinds of street fare appear on the scene, one huge fiesta. You get to hobnob with the locals, joyous crowds. All kinds of processions take place each and every evening leading up to December 12. Hotels, businesses, private citizens, etc. all go when scheduled to participate. It is a festival of lights, sounds (Mariachi bands), dancing (Aztec costumed dancers) and just glorious fun. There is also piety seen on the faces of devotees as they go into the church where the processions culminate. And on the eve of the feast day itself at the stroke of midnight, they have mananitas, a religious serenade. However, if your idea of a vacation is quietness and solitude, early December in Puerto Vallarta is not the place to be.
As with all fiestas there is a lot of street food like Pastores, finger food which cost about $1 dollar each, consisting of meat from a hot skewered rack placed on tacos where you can add spicy condiments, cucumbers and the like. Surprisingly flavorful. There is also the dessert that appears only during this fiesta and at no other time, the choco flan a two-layered dessert -- delicate blending of chocolate cake on the bottom with light flan on top. About $2.50 a slice, wonderful and sliced generously enough for two people to share.
At the Sheraton Buganvillas timeshare we stayed in, the jacuzzi and pool are great. The weather is warm and enticing. Their timeshare units are comfortable with panoramic vistas of the ocean. Sunset is a time for artists to paint the vermillon skies. Absolutely entrancing. Best of all Sheraton is in the heart of town. Easy access to bus or taxis and the natives are friendly. I'd go back at same time each year, in a heart beat.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Jackson Hole
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Wonderful place to stay and great staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

Stayed here 2 days and hated to leave. Close to the city and all there is to see and do in PV. Wonderful restaurants and had a beautiful room on the 23rd floor with direct ocean view. Staff was excellent and Arnulfo in the SPG lounge was wonderful.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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West Caldwell, New Jersey
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21 reviews 21 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“Absolutely FABULOUS!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2012

We had such a wonderful time at the Buganvillas. Our suite was so perfect, I could move in permanently. We had the most incredible ocean view from our room and could listen to the waves at night. The people that work there are so incredible. They do everything to accommodate you and make your stay special. Jesus, the General Manager, was so helpful and accommodating with my booking and stay. He sincerely cares about his guests. Mariela, also was so accommodating and helpful prior to our arrival in PV---she helped us with our airport transfers and got us an exceptional, beautiful suite. We could not be happier. The grounds and pools are beautiful. And the visiting Iguanas, poolside, are so much fun to see and watch. The waiters by the pool actually get to know you and take great care of you----they are always available when you want to place an order. Additionally, it's close enough to walk to town, which is really nice. I really can't say enough about this stay! (except I want to move in permanently)

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
1 review
“Good Hotel With a few cons”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2012

Pros, The rooms are comfortable and clean with some very spectacular ocean views. The staff is amazing with the exception of one rude poolside waiter. The club level provides and adequate breakfast buffet in a nice setting.
Cons, You will get approached by timeshare sales people. They claim to have free wifi, but you can only get it in the lobby, not your room. The beach at the Sheraton is very rocky. Don't buy any side tours from the Sheraton. They charge extra for the same tours available anywhere. We found out we had paid an extra $15 per person for one trip we took. It feels very dishonest. One evening the bar music was very very loud. I guess they don't mind keeping guests awake to entertain the 3 people who were actually at the bar.
All in all it is ok, but I just expected more from a Sheraton.

Room Tip: Club level ocean front rooms are your best bet.
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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buganviliasrp, Public Relations Manager at Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center, responded to this review
December 25, 2012
Dear visitor from Florida:

Thank you for the great feedback you have provided. I appreciate your recongnition for our privilege view from our guest rooms and your remarks about the pool service This level of detail is important for us so we know exactly how we can improve for future experiences.

In the meantime, please allow me to address a couple of your concerns. We are currently doing the necessary thechnical studies in order to clean the rocks from the beach in front of the hotel, hopefully in the short term our guest will find a more attractive walking area. I am deeply troubled to hear about your experience with the lobby sales staff, and the tour prices we will look into the specifics to amend our flaws.

If you have any further questions or concerns, I would be happy to help however I can.

Sincerely
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Also Known As:
Sheraton Buganvilias Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Sheraton Buganvilias Resort And Convention Center
Sheraton Puerto Vallarta
Sheraton Buganvilias
Puerto Vallarta Sheraton
Sheraton Buganvilias Resort
Address: Boulevard Medina Ascencio 999 | Zona Hotelera las Glorias, Puerto Vallarta 48330, Mexico
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Region: Mexico > Jalisco > Puerto Vallarta
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#12 Top resorts Hotels in Puerto Vallarta
#13 Luxury Hotels in Puerto Vallarta
#14 On the Beach Hotels in Puerto Vallarta
#20 Family Hotels in Puerto Vallarta
#24 Romantic Hotels in Puerto Vallarta
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Relish the sun, the ocean, the extended landscaping, the entire exhuberant nature of the tropic from your own Deluxe ocean view room or the unique Ocean Front Club Level. A few steps away from traditional downtown and 4 miles from Vallarta's International Airport. Appreciate a peaceful afternoon stroll on renovated Malecon and savor the friendliness of the locals; admire the city’s distinctive architecture with red-tiled roofs, lush tropical gardens, cobblestone streets and the Guadalupe church.Enjoy our fine cuisine restaurants and bars, shop a variety of clothing, silver and souvenirs in the boutiques, and relax in the SPA taking an unparalleled massage in our unique cabin's next to the ocean or immersed in lush gardens. ... more   less 
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