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Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit

Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit

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4.5
#1 of 3 resorts in Flamingos
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4.7
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4.9
Value
4.6
Cleanliness
4.9
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4.7
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With its exclusive ambiance and AAA four Diamond rating, Villa La Estancia in Riviera Nayarit is redefining luxury and sophistication. Nestled on the shores of Banderas Bay in between the popular destinations of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, the stunning beachfront property is an idyllic hideaway for indulging in the glory of Mexico. Its 250 Hacienda-style suites, stunning property, world-class Tatewari Spa and gourmet restaurants offer guests the ultimate beachside escape, where relaxation and indulgence are inevitable. Welcome to Villa La Estancia, welcome to magnificence.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Diving
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Fitness classes
Sauna
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Tennis court
Entertainment staff
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Car hire
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
Salon
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Butler service
Doorperson
24-hour front desk
Clothes dryer
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Room service
Safe
Seating area
VIP room facilities
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Room types
Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.5 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Trendy
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

Location

Paseo Cocoteros 750, Flamingos, Nuevo Nayarit 63732 Mexico
Name/address in local language
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 64 out of 100
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4.5 of 5 bubbles3,751 reviews
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Nestled in a prime location, Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit garners praise for its easy access to local towns and dining venues, as well as its proximity to the airport and a pristine beach. Guests frequently commend the resort's exceptional cleanliness and luxurious amenities, including the attentive poolside service and a spa that epitomizes relaxation. While the rooms are generally celebrated for their upkeep, some guests have reported noise issues and occasional disappointment in the room features. Despite the allure of all-inclusive options, concerns over hidden fees and inconsistent pricing have been noted. The service, often described as hospitable, can experience lapses during busy periods. Overall, the resort is cherished for its elegant and tranquil atmosphere, which is further enriched by delightful entertainment.
Location
Convenient
Atmosphere
Elegant
Rooms
Comfortable
Value
Expensive
Cleanliness
Immaculate
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Outstanding

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Lisa B wrote a review Feb 2020
Seattle, Washington
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Perfection once again at Villa La Estancia. I have lost count how many times we have stayed at this exquisite property and I don't know how they do it, but it gets better every time. Everything about this property is perfect. Visually, the decor is traditional and warm. Comfortable in every respect. We love the location - the last resort on a strip of hotels on the Banderas Bay so its quiet with not a lot of beach traffic. The pool is my favorite in all the world - fountains and waterfalls and always the perfect temperature. We always get a 1 bedroom suite as we enjoy the extra space, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, and laundry room. The restaurants are always on point and the food is perfection. But what really brings us back, sometimes twice a year, are the people. The same warm, wonderful, friendly staff who have the unique ability to treat us like valued family and Royalty at the same time.
At the front door to greet us, help with bags, or get us a taxi our are our dear Raul and Gerardo. Breakfast and dinner at La Casona would not be the same without Melissa (who always remembers our favorite table), Lorena (who always remembers that my favorite thing on earth are those little conchitas and my pastry basket),Fernando, Ramon and Rene who all take such good care of us, keep our coffee coming and celebrate our special occasions. Dinner at La Casona, Josue, Roger, Edgar, Freddy and beloved Miguel, all of whom provide exceptional service and hospitality. My dear CynThia, always comes to find us to say hello, check in, and make sure that everything is perfect. At the pool, Lucio and Gabriele make THE MOST delicious drinks with house made juices and top drawer sprits. Sweet Ricardo, with his big smile, Ernesto, Hector (The Protector!), Felix, Raul, Josue, Nicolaus, Ramon, Alejandro make sure that we are fat and happy and hydrated. Eduardo and sweet, sweet, Esbai see to our every whim and make sure we have a comfy spot by the pool. Gabriella, in Room Service, took very good care of us on more than one occasion (Room Service is superb, btw, if you're too tired to go out). And finally, our Butlers, Alex, Carlos, and Christian constantly surprising us with sweet treats or a fresh tropical flower to tuck in to my hair or an invitation to a special champagne party on the beach at sunset. Every single person goes to extraordinary lengths to make our stay special and comfortable. I have never in my life been treated better. And THAT is why we return again and again. When we are home, we speak of ALL of these wonderful folks so often and fondly. They truly feel like family to us. When we are there, we don't want to come home. When we are home, we want to be there. Villa La Estancia is a very special, beautiful, relaxing property But it is the special people there that we remember and return to see.
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Date of stay: January 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: High floors for a good view, but ground floor rooms are conveniently close to everything.
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Response from Ruben A, Gerente at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Feb 10, 2020
Dear Guest: I truly appreciate your wonderful review of our facilities and recognition of the staff. Thank you for have chosen Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit to spend your vacation, it is a true pleasure to know that your overall experience with us was enjoyable and we were able to exceed your expectations. I am glad to hear that our team members went out of their way to guarantee you had an outstanding stay. We are looking forward to your next visit!!! Cordially Ruben Avila General Manager ravila@villagroup.com
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Janet J wrote a review Mar 2020
Stanwood, Washington
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We just returned last night from 8 days at La Estancia and we chose this again since we had such a great time last year. We came with another couple and had a 2 bedroom all-inclusive suite. The safe was broken on the 1st room and they moved us the next day and then moved us from the 2nd room to the 3rd when a air conditioning generator kept us up at night. No problem as the 3rd room was excellent even with a better view. The all-inclusive was wonderful with a international buffet, Mexican Fiesta as well as a lobster night. We all loved the hydrotherapy spa circuit, the pool service and house keeping! We entered the 1st room with a bottle of chilled wine, a bubble bath with roses in the jacuzzi and rose flower petals on the bed and floor for our anniversary! All of the personnel went above and beyond for a very relaxing, fun over the top vacation! As we were from Washington state we felt so at ease from the corona virus concerns and simply enjoyed everyday at this resort and I would highly recommend it to everyone who, wants a classy, relaxing, amazing food and very personable resort as they went out of their way to make this a "special vacation"
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Date of stay: March 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Response from Ruben A, Gerente at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Mar 13, 2020
Dear Janet: Thank you for having taken the time to post your review of your recent stay at Villa La Estancia, I am truly delighted that we were able to provide you with the best service and accommodations; I will gladly pass along your lovely words to all our team members. All of us here at Villa La Estancia look forward to pampering you again in the warm and sunny shores of Banderas Bay! Sincerely Ruben Avila General Manager ravila@villagroup.com
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Tricia wrote a review Dec 2020
Edina, Minnesota
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had postponed this trip a few times due to Covid, but in the end after reading reviews and talking to the hotel, we decided to go over Thanksgiving. We are so glad we did. It was our first time to this resort and we couldn't be happier. We went with three other families and the accommodations were so perfect for us. We originally had a 1 bedroom booked in building 3, but that meant a shared balcony with a stranger, so we paid to upgrade to 2 bedroom, which meant having the entire balcony to ourselves. (The resort should tell people that if you book a one bedroom, you could have someone next to you. ) The views from our balcony were amazing and it worked so well to eat breakfast out there on the mornings we wanted to be lazy. The room also had 3 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and washer and dryer which was so great for kids. We did the all inclusive option, which worked out well, but we also ventured out a few times to support the locals. We ate at La Casona twice and it was fabulous. We loved the lunch options at La Parilla by the pool every day, as well. Their is a small store located on the property which we went to for some staples, but if you want to take a 5 min cab ride, there are two larger grocery stores.

A special thank you to Esbai for helping us with chairs each morning, Christian for being a great butler, and Raul for being the hardest working waiter that was constantly bringing food and drinks to our group of 15. Michaela in reservations was also so sweet. We also appreciated the detail to cleanliness by the gym attendant when working out.

We haven't stopped talking about this place. We always felt safe, the resort was immaculate and clean, they enforced masks in common areas and elevators, the entire staff was friendly and the food was some of the best we've had in Mexico. The place is small and half condo owners, but you could get a little more night life if you went to the sister resort next door. We found the whole set up to be the perfect place to relax while refueling the soul during one of the most stressful years ever. We hope to be back again this winter. Peace out 2020!!!
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Date of stay: November 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: There is more all day sun on the rooms that are more north, next to green space.
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Response from Jorge Castro, Director General at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Dec 18, 2020
It is a great pleasure to know that your stay with us exceeded your expectations, we are reluctant and we appreciate the time you have given us to delight us with these beautiful comments that are undoubtedly worthy of an honorable congratulations to all the staff, especially to Christian Esbai and micaela, I hope to have the honor of your visit again and allow me to serve you with the quality and warmth that characterizes us, I wish you an exceptional day. Jorge Castro Resident Manager.
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maria k wrote a review Mar 2020
Buckley, Washington
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This is one of the best Costco deals around. The money you pay to stay in a Villa of around 1700 sq feet is just awesome. We stayed in a one bedroom Villa, bed was super comfy, the bedroom was very roomy as was the bathroom. There was also a ton of closet space in the bathroom and 2 sinks and a hot tub. The living room was an open floor plan with kitchen, dining area and living room area. We totally used the kitchen, picked up fresh breads, croissants and cheeses from the market and enjoyed that on our balcony which truly is the best feature of the Villa. Fantastic view, whale watching and sunsets. Everyone at this resort was very pleasant, helpfull , fun and just really nice people. I find the Mexican people are mostly all like that. We ate dinner mostly in Bucerias, it is i wonderful walk along the beach or the pathway and there are tons of different restaurants to choose from. We spend most days on the beach, wonderful wonderful wonderful. We have so much fun interacting with all the Beach vendors and just sit and watch for whales, dolphins and stingrays. Our one and only complaint, and really I find this not to pertain to the resort but more to some of the guests who made the decision to be as loud as possible later in the evening. This property has "quiet" time from 10pm till 8am. Now we like to sleep with our balcony doors open so we can listen to the waves. Half of our time there we ended up closing the doors because of loud guests. And one night there was a Wedding that went till 11. In the beginning of our trip we were interested in the Time share presentation because we love this resort. However, after staying 9 nights we decided we would never want to own anything in this resort because of the guests that can't seem to just tone it down a bit. Again, I really do not feel that it is the responsibility of the resort to try to quiet down loud guest that most likely have been drinking. Everyone gets a piece of paper on which the guidelines of this resort are stated. And people, really, there is the resort next door or Bucerias is full of fun, so be considered and party elsewhere. One last item, do by all means go get "massage on the beach" It is right next to the resort and those girls are fantastic, for $20 an hour!
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Date of stay: March 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Response from Ruben A, Gerente at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Mar 13, 2020
Dear Maria! I personally want to thank you for staying at Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit and for having taken the time to post your review, We are looking forward to your next visit; please do not hesitate to contact us for any pre-arrival arrangement Thank you again for have chosen Villa La Estancia, It will be a real pleasure to be your host one more time. Cordially Ruben Avila General Manager ravila@villagroup.com
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Cesar P wrote a review Jan 2020
Palos Park, Illinois
1.0 of 5 bubbles
I reserved a "Unique" two bedroom suite from 1/15/20 to 1/19/20 for my family. The unique experience is supposed to include additional items for an additional fee. The items listed on the reservation are the following: 1 complimentary beach bag, use of the Tetawari Spa Hydrotherapy Circuit once per adult during their stay, 1 welcome cheese board, 1 welcome bottle of wine, 1 Make your Own Michelada Kit, 1 bathroom preparation per stay, Aromatherapy experience, L'occitane, bathroom amenities, kit, and Nightly Turndown service with Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Upon arriving in my room none of these items were delivered or offered. I notified the reception desk the following day and some of the items were delivered to me. I exclusively booked the "Unique" two bedroom suite for the hydrotherapy circuit experience at the Tetawari Spa but I was told by Astrid, from the reception desk, that this is not offered and I responded that I paid for it and it was on my reservation. I requested a refund for the additional fee that I paid if the product could not be delivered as advertised but this was refused. She said she would get back to me and she never did. I followed up again with another representative about the items that were not delivered and once again I was told that someone would contact me and no one ever did.

When we arrived the deadbolt to the main entry door was defective and I contacted the reception desk immediately. A maintenance man was sent but he said he would come back and repair it in the morning. He never came. It took 5 phone calls to get the lock repaired and it was not fixed until late afternoon on the last day of our stay. I was shocked that a 5 star hotel provided such poor customer service. I paid for services that were never delivered and were advertised on their website. I booked directly through Villa La Estancia. I have had better service in 3 star hotels. I will never book with Villa La Estancia or recommend it to any of my family or friends.
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Date of stay: January 2020
1.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
1.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Tim G wrote a review Jan 2021
Calgary
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This has been our beach get away resort since 2008. We usually stay 2 weeks, this time we stayed a month and was as usual amazing. We were in a two bedroom unit that we rented through an owner. Despite the rooms starting to look a little tired, I expect the rooms that are exclusively for the hotel/resort to rent might be better. What really makes Estancia is the pool, the views from your balcony and mostly the staff. We only dinned once in the restaraunt during our stay, Dec. 24 set menu at La Casona, was very good but pricey, service excellent. We mostly did breakfast in our room, full kitchen and went out for dinner in Bucerias just a short walk north of resort, lots of great restaurants. The pool guys, Esbai and Mario took great care of us, setting up lounge chairs and always checking on you, positioning umbrellas. Food and bar service around the pool is great...get the fish tacos! Beverage service staff, Ernesto, Raul and Ricardo are great. We have come to know many of the staff over the years they really take pride in their jobs and ensuring you have a truly relaxing time. Front desk and concierge staff very attentive and helpful. This a nice sized resort perfect for couples and families. They also did an outstanding job with Covid procedures, numerous hand washing stations, always masked...wish I could say same for some guests, luckily occupancy was very low during our stay so social distancing easy to do. We had a car rental for our stay and there is free underground self parking or valet parking, we opted for self parking to avoid contact.
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Date of stay: December 2020
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Response from Jorge Castro, Director General at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Jan 26, 2021
Dear Mr. Calgary, we appreciate your comments and we appreciate the time you invested to help us improve and motivate us with your pleasant words that grace the service we have provided, it will be a pleasure to congratulate our staff especially to ector esbai, mario, ernesto, raul and ricardo, the pool concierge and maids for having given everything to delight you the best of experiences, we hope and allow us once again the opportunity to serve you with the quality and warmth that characterizes us. I wish you an exceptional day. Jorge Castro Resident Manager.
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wyotraveler wrote a review Feb 2020
Sheridan, wy
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I just returned home after our 7th visit to the Villa la Estancia. We NEVER tire of spending time at this beautiful resort.

Our villa was spacious, beautifully decorated and spotless.

We used the fitness center and were alway warmly greeted by Daniel and Paul. They welcomed us, provided towels, water, cold wipes and wouldn’t let us clean equipment after use.

The spa was a real treat! I had a wonderful facial and loved the sauna, hot and cold tubs and enjoyed the cold cucumber eye treatment.

The pool was so relaxing. Esbai was amazing and has perfected positioning umbrellas to provide either sun or shade. We loved all of the offerings at La Parrilla ...especially the fish tacos, ceviche caribeno and aguachile. The staff there works so hard. I can’t imagine how many steps that they walk while serving the pool area.

We love everything about La Casona. The food is delicious and always beautifully presented at breakfast and at dinner. So many wonderful people there provide impeccable and friendly service. We always enjoy seeing Fernando, Migel, Roger, Edgar, Eduardo, Angel and Cinthia.

The resort is located on such a beautiful beach. We love to walk, especially at low tide when the beach is HUGE. We also love to watch the sunset from one of the 4 hot tubs.

Villa la Estanciais a very special place. You should treat yourself with a visit! You won’t be disappointed!!!
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Ruben A, Gerente at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Feb 14, 2020
Dear Guest: Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review and for your feedback regarding our restaurants within the facilities. Our number one priority is to make every guest experience exceptional and unique as it can be. It will be an honor to have you back again; please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any assistance for your next stay We are looking forward to your next visit. Best regards Ruben Avila General Manager ravila@villagroup.com Dear Guest:
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G6562BHanonymous wrote a review Jan 2020
Chicago, Illinois
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Hector the waiter is awesome and hilarious. He was super attentive, personable, and funny and made himself memorable. The cleaning services made our rooms up whenever we were gone, leaving us uninterrupted during happy hours or when we decided to come in for the day. Only complaint would be the food.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Ruben A, Gerente at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Jan 4, 2020
Dear Arturo: We truly feel gratified for having you and your family stayed at Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit, I appreciate the time taken to write this great review and I will happily share your comments with all the staff and especially Hector! We truly hope we get the chance to host you back very soon, please do not hesitate to contact me for any special request. Best regards Ruben Avila General Manager ravila@villagroup.com
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Cori C wrote a review Jul 2021
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Perfect as always! Villa la Estancia has done an amazing job, despite COVID, to give guests a phenomenal experience! This is our third time coming and it never disappoints. From the moment Gerardo opens the door to your taxi to help with your bags, you can feel the stress lifting. “Welcome Home!” is the greeting as you walk into the lobby, and it does feel like home. After that, Eduardo, Rogerico, Oscar, Ricardo, Edgar, Jamie, Miguel, Carlos (both for breakfast and poolside), Lorena, Cheli, Ernesto, Angel, Fidel, and Esbai will make sure that your dining and poolside experience is absolutely amazing! This was our 3rd time here and we always choose ocean front rooms and All Inclusive. For us AI is 100% worth the added expense. La Casona is one of the best dining experiences we’ve had while traveling abroad. This was our first time to stay in the one bedroom suite with the full kitchen, den and dining area and it is SPACIOUS!. Fruit, cheeses and red wine were waiting on us as we got settled in the room. We loved that housekeeping comes daily and replenished the towels and laundry soap pods were provided so we were able to go home with clean clothes. Masks were requested while we were in common areas like the lobby and prior to being seated at the restaurants but were unnecessary outside of that. Taxis are fixed rates when leaving the resort, as these drivers are delegated to work with the resort. When coming back from your in town excursion, negotiate your rate prior to getting into the taxi. We found several drivers that charged much more than we had paid leaving the resort. The rapid COVID test for returning to the States was easy to set up and results were emailed in a few hours. What is amazing is that we could tell that several of the staff remembered us from previous stays. How amazing! Those 4 furloughed months were tough for these sweet, hardworking people who we consider friends. Eduardo especially! We have kept up with him and his family since visit one and he has with ours! His laugh is infectious and you cannot not laugh with him! He is a delight! He knows which table we prefer and without even asking, it was reserved for us nightly. The short of it all, GO! Visit Villa la Estancia in Riviera Nayarit and enjoy every minute of it!
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: AI and ocean front are worth the extra money to us!
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Response from Jorge Castro, Director General at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Jul 2, 2021
Dear coric240 Thank you for having taken the time to post your review of your recent stay at Villa la Estancia, I am truly delighted that we were able to provide you with the best service and accommodations; I will gladly pass along your lovely words to all our team members; Gerardo,Eduardo, Rogerico, Oscar, Ricardo, Edgar, Jamie, Miguel, Carlos,Lorena, Cheli, Ernesto, Angel, Fidel&Esbai All of us here at Villa la Estancia look forward to pampering you again in the warm and sunny shores of Banderas Bay! Best Regards, Jorge Castro/ General Manager
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Jeff W wrote a review Aug 2020
Cottage Grove, Oregon
5.0 of 5 bubbles
As other reviewers have mentioned, you may have ended up at La Estancia when you fully expected to be staying at Flamingo's next door. As timeshare members with the Villa Group, we did not appreciate being told that we were booking Flamingo's when they full well knew it was closed. Covid or not, Resortcom member services should be honest with their members... shame on you!

Negativity aside, the resort and the staff are top notch an worthy of a 5-star rating. Our 1-bedroom suite had an amazing view of the pool and ocean. Food is a bit limited with only two restaurants, and is our only complaint as we had purchased the all inclusive package prior to our trip. That being said, the wait staff at La Casona (Eduardo, Edgar, and Roger) are some of the best we have ever experienced. Very personable, talkative... which we love, and fun to have serve you!

We spent most of our week poolside and of course, sitting at the pool bar. Pedro and Gabriel served up the best drinks, joked and laughed with my wife and I, and genuinely made us feel so welcome. Nico and Ramon always passed by with a smile and made sure we wanted for nothing, while eating lunch or sitting in our pool loungers.

Each morning, I was greeted by Esbai or Alberto poolside to help setup for the day. Towels always ready, extra umbrellas for shade (it was a HOT week) and made sure to move them around during the day as the sun moved across the sky.

If you have the chance to stay at Flamingo's or La Estancia, do yourself a favor and visit the spa. Not only did we receive two of the best massages, arriving early for your appointment and taking advantage of the hydrotherapy area is a must!

The staff is what made our week long stay so great. The resort is pristine and very well kept, but that is the case with all of the Villa Group resorts we have stayed at. We have plans of returning in Spring 2021, but will be staying next door and hopefully see some of our new friends working at Flamingos!
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Date of stay: August 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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Response from ALBERTO MARTINEZ, Dueño at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Responded Aug 19, 2020
Dear guest, I appreciate the time you took to share your experience about your recent stay at Villa La Estancia Flamingos, Riviera Nayarit. Please accept my sincere apology for any unintentional confusion. I thank you for expressing your great satisfaction with the services received and for the high quality installations; It's beautiful for us that you decided to share the details of your stay with us in this important platform. Specially, I am very glad to learn that our team contributed greatly to making your stay memorable, I will share with all my staff your kind comments. On behalf of our Villa La Estancia Flamingos and Villa del Palmar Flamingos team, we look forward to your next visit! Kind regards, Alberto Martínez B. General Manager Villa La Estancia Flamingos
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Answer from Ian T
Burlington, Canada121 contributions74 helpful votes
Definitley warm pools
blossom asked a question Jul 2024
Bend, Oregon11,045 contributions375 helpful votes
Do ocean view 2 bedrooms all have private balconies?
Answer from PBABD
Scottsdale, Arizona88 contributions91 helpful votes
I believe so. Our unit did have a balcony.
Jenn asked a question Mar 2024
3 contributions
How far is the walk into Bucerias?
Answer from Kirsten M
Minneapolis, United States7 contributions1 helpful vote
It's about 20-30 minute walk, super close and all on a nice path. Super safe and super accessible:)
Answer from Amanda C
5 contributions
The only restaurant taking dinner reservations currently is La Casona at VLE. All other restaurants are at DP next door and are walk -up only.
Answer from george f
5 contributions
To add to “Michael b” comments, normally they have free coffee in the lobby each morning. There is a small market next door at Flamingos that has coffee, donuts, breakfast and lunch items. Also has liquor and amenities that you can get if you forgot something or need. I have been going here for many years and I have yet to be disappointed. Have fun!!!
Jan E wrote a tip Dec 7
Warner Robins, Georgia4 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Pool area lounges fill quickly."
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860elaineg wrote a tip Dec 5
Mission Viejo, California236 contributions106 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"-Avoid room 2104A. -Get pesos for the taxi-they don't take credit cards -Confirm that your entitled credits matches what the hotel has"
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Tanya M wrote a tip Dec 2
Rancho Santa Margarita, California7 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"PV airport is timeshare trap. Suggest after clearing customs to go directly outside. Don't stop. "
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wendyfunk2017 wrote a tip Nov 2024
Lethbridge, Canada13 contributions1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Try to avoid the time share “ish” sales trap. 90 minutes turned into 3 hours"
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Kiky54 wrote a tip Nov 2024
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The pool chairs can get taken up so see Jesus,Daniel or Angel and they will set you up!"
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PRICE RANGE
$230 - $392 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
villa la estancia hotel nuevo vallarta, hotel la estancia, resort la estancia, villa la estancia nuevo vallarta
LOCATION
MexicoPacific CoastNayaritRiviera NayaritNuevo NayaritFlamingos
NUMBER OF ROOMS
120
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VILLA LA ESTANCIA BEACH RESORT & SPA RIVIERA NAYARIT - Updated 2024

Frequently Asked Questions about Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Which popular attractions are close to Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Nearby attractions include Mega Comercial Mexicana (0.7 miles), Flamingos Greenway Path (0.08 miles), and Marlin Bar (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Casona, El Patrón, and Yashinoki Japanese Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit have airport transportation?
Yes, Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.9 miles away from the center of Flamingos.
Are any cleaning services offered at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
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