"This is our seventeenth year at the Samba and are treated like family for the most part. Our group was 18 strong with about half repeat and half first
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3.5-star beachfront property near Nuevo Vallarta Beach
On the beach
With a stay at this well-placed property, you'll be half a mile (1 km) from Nuevo Vallarta Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Bucerias. Also, Flamingos Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km) and Paradise Plaza Shopping Center is within 6 miles (10 km).
All-inclusive
A private beach, 3 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this all-inclusive property. Enjoy the gym and visit the 3 bars/lounges and poolside bar for drinks.
WiFi, plasma TVs
In addition to plasma TVs with cable channels, the 183 guestrooms offer WiFi and room service. Other amenities include premium bedding, free bottled water, and hair dryers.
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive ratings based on 40 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.6
out of 5
3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.5 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive
Everyone (3)Family (1)
5 out of 5
This is our seventeenth year at the Samba and are treated like family for the most part. Our group was 18 strong with about half repeat and half first timers
Posted by a verified traveler on Nov 11, 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 29, 2019
by Esmeralda Luna
Dear Guest:
On behalf of Samba Vallarta Hotel, thank you for your kindly comments about your stay at Samba Vallarta, we are so glad it has been a pleasant one, this kind of comments are very motivating for all of us to continue offering the best. We hope you continue being one of our most valued guests at this your home “Samba Vallarta Hotel”.
3 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Apr 1, 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
Apr 1, 2019
by Front Desk Manager
Thank you for your preference towards our Resort. Your comments are very valuable to us and they help us improve each day. We hope to see you again and deliver the service that you deserve.
5 out of 5
Great location to the beach! The staff were amazing!
A big thank you to Salvador, Alfonso, Carlos, Bruno, Genero and Diana ! We would definitely stay at this hotel again. We had a great time!
Posted by Erma, from Twin Falls, Idaho on Nov 12, 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 17, 2018
by Front Desk Manager
Dear Erma: Thank you so much for sharing your kind comments about your last stay at Samba Vallarta, we are so glad it has been a pleasant one. Receive our gratitude, It will be a pleasure to have you back soon at this your home Samba Vallarta.
2 out of 5
Disappointing
Pros:It has a heated pool, volleyball court and out door family games.
Cons:The food and drinks as well as the building needs a lot of maintenance.
Location:Horse back riding on the beach was nice and beach massages are inexpensive.
We have stayed at 7 different all inclusive hotels over the last 10 years none of which were super high end. We booked this vacation very last minute so there were few choice left.
Let's start with the positives: They had an amazing heated pool and the hotel was on a beautiful beach.
Upon arrival: Things looked OK
The rooms: Very disappointing. They were damp, lacked decor, the bathrooms were falling apart, and most rooms had no balcony. They left a bottle of wine in the room, with no bottle opener. They never fully stocked the bathroom with towels, we had 2 adults and 2 children and only received 2/3 clean towels and 1 wash cloth. The minibar was dismal, they would only stock 1 time a day with 2 waters, 2 beers and 2 soda's, if you wanted more water you had to pay. Every other resort we have been to has pushed bottle water.
The food: Very disappointing and we are not picky about food. We ended up having lunch and dinner at restaurants on the beach for cheap and it was awesome. This is a family resort with 2 sit down restaurants 1 is adult only. Really?? You had to book reservations from the breakfast hostess, the one day we tried, we asked the hostess, she said she would be right back then disappeared.
The drinks were not very good either, I usually love margaritas but they were flavorless :-(
Overall, they were understaffed, no swim-up bar, poor food and crumbling resort. Much better choices on this beautiful beach.
Posted by WMSCHOTT, from Charlotte, NC on Jan 1, 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
Jan 5, 2018
by Front Desk Manager
Dear Guest,
I would like to thank you for sharing such a detailed review about your stay at Samba Vallarta. We deeply apologize for not been able to meet your standards. We strive to continually improve our service and your input help us to provide the best possible experience. I would like to share with you that the hotel has been investing by upgrading the facility. On food, following our customer`s comments and suggestions, we have been constantly improving the variety and quality, Im personally following up on the food issue that you mention, since we are really proud to provide an excellent quality of food . The best?, our friendly and courteous staff the best on the area which is one of the reasons that people from differents countries come over and over, year after year. We do appreciate your comments that will allow us to improve. Samba Vallarta is always glad to help and be at your service, please feel free to contact us, I´m sure we can do something to recover your confidence.
4 out of 5
Wonderful, relaxing, affordable family resort
Pros:Close restaurants
Cons:Noisy
My three daughters and I stated at Samba Vallarta and had a blast! Great staff, great entertainment and lots of stuff to do. The beach was beautiful and so was the resort. We'd go back every year
Posted by Ddcaza, from Chestermere, AB, Canada on May 30, 2012
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4 out of 5
Very good option for your vacation.
Pros:Free Internet, Quiet
This is a good option for an all inclusive hotel in Nuevo Vallarta. It is not a luxury hotel but it has all what you need to enjoy your vacation. The room is large enough to accommodate two adults and two children. Hotel staff is very friendly, from the bellmen to the activities team they are helpful.
The gardens and pool are spacious so you do not feel crowded, restaurants also have enough space so no waiting for lunchtime.
The food in the restaurants is not the best I have try in an all inclusive hotel but is good.
In general a very good option for your vacation.
Posted by NickGdl, from Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico on Apr 26, 2012
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1 out of 5
summer experienc
Cons:Poor breakfast
We travel this summer and stay was not its best, hotel is supper crowed and was undergoing repairs, the buffet has not variety. I never found the 3 pools it just seemed like one large one. Rooms were clean and staff friendly, yet I have stayed at better places for the same amount of money spend.
Posted by unsatisfactoryexperience on Aug 28, 2011
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2 out of 5
Just OK
Pros:Free breakfast
Clean, comfortable, nice resort. However we went over Easter break and It was really crowded and filled with what seemed liked a mexican family reunion with tons of little kids.... Not much activity during the day like other resorts we have stayed at. It was just OK....I probably would not return to this resort unless the price was cheap.....
Posted by sunluvr, from Salt Lake City on Apr 18, 2011
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4 out of 5
Samba Vallarta
This was a small hotel. It had everything we needed but it was not fancy. The staff made the experience wonderful. Everyone knew our name, our favorite foods and drinks. They made us feel at home. Service was quick and friendly.
Posted by a verified traveler on Jul 10, 2010
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1 out of 5
Family Vacation
This hotel is not worth the money, however much of a bargain it appears to be. Upon check-in we were given the WORST room possible. After much discussion by very unfriendly staff, we were moved, but to another unsatisfactory room. We were told that was the best they could do even though we paid for a different type of room. The food here is HORRIBLE, not just bad, but HORRIBLE!. ...and the same bad food day after day. There is only one restaurant available every day, not the options we were told exsisted. We are not really picky eaters, but it was impossible to find anything but fruit and toast to eat. After a few days of fruit and bread we noticed that the birds and bugs also liked the open air dining atmosphere as they sat on the counters and picked at food that we were in line to eat. Drinks are just as bad. Everything was the cheapest brand and barely any alcohol served in the mixed drinks. The beach is nice, but not private and can be accessed by anyone passing by. Pool is fine...clearly the best part of the hotel. We will never stay here again.
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 1 2021 to June 1 2022 (dates subject to change):
Dining venue(s)
Fitness facilities
All-inclusive Details
This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes Gratuities and taxes are included. Additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All à la carte meals and snacks included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Activities and facilities/equipment All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.
Water activities
Surfing/boogie boarding
Land activities
Bicycling
Fitness facilities
Soccer
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Dancing
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances
Not included
Motorized water sports
Scuba-diving excursions
Scuba-diving lessons
Childcare
Spa/beauty facilities and services
Activities and services offered by independent operators
Offsite tours
Surfing/bodyboarding included
Taxes included
A la carte dining included
Fitness facilities included
Volleyball included
Soccer (football) included
Childcare not included
Scuba diving excursions not included
Motorized water sports not included
Bicycling included
Spa/beauty facilities and services not included
Activities/services from independent operators not included
Offsite tours not included
Scuba diving lessons not included
Aerobics classes/lessons included
Dancing classes/lessons included
Onsite entertainment and activities included
Gratuities included
Additional gratuities accepted
All meals included
Minibar (all beverages included)
All onsite activities, and facilities and equipment included
All non-motorized water sports included
Onsite live performances included
Property Features
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. 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. Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This all-inclusive property also offers a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nuevo Vallarta property.
183 guestrooms or units
4 levels
3 dining venues
3 bars or lounges
237 sq ft of conference space
22 sq m of conference space
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the pool
Business facilities
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Wedding services available
Convenience store
Terrace
Garden
Gift shop
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Television in lobby
ATM
Onsite shopping
Bellhop
Elevator
Smoking in designated areas
1 conference room
Bar by the pool
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
On private beach
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Children's pool
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Internet
Available in all rooms:
WiFi (surcharge)
, Wireless internet access
Parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Transport
Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive offers 183 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
In-room dining
Plasma television
Cable channels
Movies for purchase
Luxury bedding
Shower and tub combination
Housekeeping (daily)
Hair dryer
Laptop safe
Toiletries (free)
Iron and ironing board
Blackout drapes
Climate control (air conditioning)
Ensuite bathroom
Food & Drink
La Hacienda - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
El Mexicano - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves lunch only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Venezian - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Grill House - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Cristal - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Room service is available.
Nearby Activities
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Golfing nearby
Fitness classes on site
Basketball on site
Horse riding/rental on site
Volleyball on site
Yoga classes/instruction on site
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Accessible bathroom
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
In-room accessibility
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Special check-in instructions:
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning; the property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of National Guidelines for reopening Tourism (Mexico). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO), CovidClean (Safehotels - global expert), and Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).
Property follows sanitization practices of CovidClean (Safehotels - global expert)
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Masks are compulsory at the property
Temperature checks are available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Contactless food service / room service is not available
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-out is not available
Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Security system
Mobile key entry is not available
Debit cards not accepted
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Property follows regional sanitization guidelines National Guidelines for reopening Tourism (Mexico)
No cribs (infant beds) available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Fees
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: MXN 150 per day (rates may vary)
Self parking fee: MXN 200 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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You should know
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive is 3.1 mi away from Nuevo Vallarta.
There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mexican cuisine, al fresco dining, and pool views. The dining venue will be unavailable from July 1 2021 to June 1 2022 (dates subject to change).
Free parking is not available at this property. Self parking is available for MXN 200 per day.
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive is 10.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
This property is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
There are no spa services available at this property.
Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive does not offer free breakfast.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - midnight.
Airport shuttle services are not available at Samba Vallarta - All Inclusive.
No, there is no casino at this property, but Vallarta Casino (27-min drive) is nearby.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
