Stayed here for a Thursday through Monday weekend, was wonderful!
You actually feel like you're living in Mexico because of the architecture and design and the music playing outdoors. The other hotels on the strip all looked American and they had less than half the huts and space that Paradise Village has. Our studio included a living room and a full kicthen with appliances! We cooked breakfast each morning and stocked up on cerveza and coffee creamer. The bed was hard so we got an extra cushion to put under the sheet, which helped.There were so many guests due to staying for Thanksgiving but it was easy to find your own space on the beach, by the pool, and at restaurants. I always do my research and did go out to dinner at nearby restaurants and downtown. Lunch I always got at the Kikal beach bar which was awesome and cheap.2 for 1 drinks there from 5pm-6pm. Research what the usual charges are for taxis in between zones before you go. We had that handy and no one tried to over-charge us. There's tigers and parrots on your way out of the resort and the marina is right behind the mall. Definitely glad we stayed here and DIDNT' do the presentation. We did that once before and it's a waste unless you're planning to buy. You still get good discounts on activities from other reps that work in booths right outside the resort and in the mall and there;s always online booking which was the way we went. Sunsets on this beach are amazing!

The most uncomfortable bed I ever slept on, the bed was like concrete, the pillows were like a rock, both me and my wife couldn't sleep. We asked for softer pillows and they brought us two smaller rocks. Service was marginal. Then I asked for a map and was sent to the time share sharks. I couldn't get a map until we went through the time share tour. They promised 90 minutes, 2 1/2 hours later I had to get blunt and stand up and walked out. They did give a discount on a tour for our troubles. Location is great, beach was great. One night at dinner I couldn't find a waiter to give me my bill, they had my hotel number when we sat down. So my wife and I left, they called the room while we were sleeping 5 times before I picked up the phone and told them we wouldn't sign the ticket until the next day. There has to be a better place to stay or even to own than this.

We have been going to Paradise for 20 years and still love it! What a wonderful time we all had on vacation! In a word it was fabulous! Housekeeping, beach beverage folks and overall staff = excellent!

This is the 4th family visit to this resort in 2 years. Paradise Village provides for quick + easy access to and from airport in Puerto Vallarta. WestJet Vacations is very well organized and professional. Transportation provided by small vans instead of large tour buses which avoids multiple stops to other resorts. (Option to take a cab for 150 pesos/ 1 way). Checkin and checkout has improved. (Could still be better to accomodate the crowds.) Rooms are spotless. Resort is really clean. Free WiFi in hotel lobby and pool areas. Main pool area is huge, accomodates a kiddy area, and features 2 massive "alligator" water slides for the kids and adults! Beach is massive and clean but Palapa areas could be raked more frequently. Water in Banderas Bay is warmer than the pool in November and offers great boogy boarding for all ages! Great variety of Theme nights throughout the week and are all very well organized and the food is consistently good. Always the option to opt out of Theme night for a quality quiet dinner at the Tulum restaurant. (Waiter- Sebastian is top notch and so is the food !). Beach waiter (Carlos) is one of the best and knows what service is all about ! This resort vacation caters to all ages. Family always feels safe. Great mix of people and nationalities. Chalk this vacation up for another memorable experience !