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Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near La Isla

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
4 restaurants, breakfast served
2 bars/lounges
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio #2199, north hotel zone, Puerto Vallarta, 48333
  • La Isla
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cruise Ship Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Malecon
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room Superior with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room Standard with View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Vallarta

On the beach.With a stay at this Hotel Zone hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of La Isla and 2 miles (3 km) of Uno. Also, Malecon is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bay of Banderas is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • La Isla - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hotel Zone Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uno - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cruise Ship Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Malecon - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Park PV - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Deli Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Leche - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Market Sea Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences

Beachfront hotel near La Isla
Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences offers its guests a full-service spa, 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Puerto Vallarta hotel.

  • 300 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences offers 300 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Puerto Vallarta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Grand Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Parking for motorcycles and off-road vehicles will have a fee of MXN 400 per night, per vehicle.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: MXN 900 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: MXN 1000 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 900 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences to the airport?

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences is 4.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?

As of Jul 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences on Aug 3, 2025 start from $242.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences.

How close is Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences offer free breakfast?

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Vallarta Casino (3-min drive) and Winclub Casino Platinum (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences have a pool?

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Grand Spa, where you can enjoy Swedish massages, body treatments, and aromatherapy.

How close is Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences to downtown Puerto Vallarta?

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences is 1 mi away from Puerto Vallarta.

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David, ELGIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's Fun and Friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iurie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 3 pools are in different areas Adults separated with family and kids Only 1 thing - the inside store and atm machine need to have option for Discovery credit cards Everywhere is Visa & mastercard
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUTAKA R.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to place to spend some time with kids
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne, Calgary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is very well maintained. The tower is the referbished while the 2 side wings are being upgraded. Staff extremely friendly and welcoming. Beach beautiful and clean. Food was delicious but often was like warm. I like it hot! Selection very good. The lobby area was beautiful with a wonderful cool breeze we loved. The adult bar and pool area was a lot of fun!! Their serloin steak burger was fantastic. Events changed daily and was wonderful. Just the older rooms were tired. I'd do it again!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

hadana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

kathleen m

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We were an inconvenience. It was disappointing.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda Louise

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like music on loud all the time no shows
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Clinton

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kendra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After checking the reviews for all the properties in our price range in PVR we settled on this one. Family of 4 with 2 teenage kids. Beach was great and water swimmable compared to others along the bay. You can walk for hours along the beach too! Paddleboarding and kayaking available for free. There are not any extravagant nightly shows. Music is playing pretty much all day with it getting louder around 830pm. Depending on where your room is located, I can see that noise may be an issue when trying to sleep. Definitely bring ear plugs just in case. We were in the tower and didn't find the music bothersome. Some have stated that the food options weren't great. We didn't have a problem finding something to eat everyday. The woodfired pizza is handy as you don't need to go into a restaurant to get it. We visted both a la cartes. Azul was the best one and we went there twice. Teenager from our group was sick his first night there and my daughter was sick our last night there. Assuming food was the culprit...You do have to get up early to claim a cabana. Pool water temps were perfect! Drink service around the pool was fantastic. Rooms are basic but clean and have everything you need except a microwave. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Location is close to shopping and airport. We used Uber everywhere and our friends used taxi. Sometimes the taxi was cheaper than the uber. I'm sure I'm forgetting something but would visit again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven, Wittenberg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros; Great location, wonderful staff and nice rooms. Cons; Smokers allowed to smoke in nondesignated smoking areas. The hotel issues too many day passes. Overall, we will consider future stays at the Friendly
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

manuel alejandro guerrero

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

whitney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and helpful. Property was always clean. Food was terrible. 1/5 for food, everything else 5/5.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhea

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly Vallarta

Staff are friendly and cleaning ladies do a good job. We changed rooms , no problem, because of a crying baby. First room had a door to separate the two rooms. Also first room had a cracked sink and toilet. Second room was much better. No door for adjoining rooms. Much quieter. Plenty of variety for food. If you don’t see shrimp or bacon, you can ask, they probably have some. Good variety on entertainment. Activities staff are super friendly and add a lot of fun. Beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Wausau

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just had the BEST time at the friendly! Staff was super nice, drinks were great, rooms were clean and air conditioned, plenty of comfy spots to relax, lots of pool/hot tub options, right on the beach, and some decent options for food! There are two restaurants where you need to get reservations the day before and it is very worth it! Music most nights on a dance floor which is super fun. Would highly recommend this place to others for an all-inclusive experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Penny

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mala

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A week at the Friendly Vallarta

Always a great time and great service at the friendly. Ocean view suite was beautiful food was great. The pools were nice. Easy to get downtown great location. Price very reasonable for what you get.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ken

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well if your a smoker than you would probably enjoy this hotel! The rules here are constantly being broken depending on who you are! We are non-smokers and just smoked for 2 weeks straight! Not happy ! People are smoking on the beach and throwing their butts in the sand and the staff does NOTHING!!! Even in the so called adult only area they were smoking. The staff does nothing! Get rid of the form you have people sign upon arrival about YOUR RULES because it means NAda! It’s a complete joke! We will be moving on to other hotels going forward ! Oh and get rid of that loud music at the beach nobody enjoys!!! Adios!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed how the 'poolside rules' were reinforced. The nightly entertainment was enjoyable for all.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025