Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Our family has been to the Grand Velas, Riviera Nayarit, multiple times since 2010 (we think it's nine or ten) so we LOVE this place. Now the kids are adults and we are still going back with partners in tow. Why do we love it? Since our first visit 16 years ago, the level of food, ambiance and - most importantly - the service has not dropped on iota. We know the GVRN delivers the very highest in all categories. We do not say it's a budget option, but we gladly pay the price because of the value. You get what you pay for and then some. Special shout out this trip to our personal concierge, Maria Torres, the staff at Azul, Ricardo Mesero and (our very fav), Fidel Sandoval. Also, Alan, Francisco and Daniel at Piaf. Well done, GV, we will no doubt be back.

The fine dining restaurants were exceptional, with outstanding cuisine and impeccable service. The staff showed genuine passion and enthusiasm for delivering an unforgettable experience in every detail. A true highlight of my stay was a treatment at the award-winning Se Spa with the incredibly talented masseuse, Gardenia. Having visited the world’s top spas, I can confidently say she is one of the best masseuses I’ve ever encountered. Gardenia is nothing short of magical—an angel with a rare gift. Her hands and energy seem to intuitively understand exactly what your body needs, sensing the perfect pressure and targeting the right areas without a single word. The session delivered a profound euphoric, almost out-of-body experience. Beyond the deep physical relaxation, relief, and transformation, I also felt a powerful emotional release. Gardenia’s touch is truly extraordinary. Highly recommended—she alone is worth the visit.

Everything was excellent. The staff was always available, ready to attend to all our requests- there were 12 of us, ranging in age from 15 to 85, with different needs for a perfect holiday and each one of us was completely satisfied. The resort is beautiful, food excellent and amenities are plentiful. The spa was outstanding!

We are back from a 2 week paradise vacation at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit...the food, the service, the spa, the staff, the resort are all fantastic. We appreciated the 2 pool concierge Gustavo and Edwardo, as well as our room concierge Cheppé. You guys really made our stay first class! The grounds are clean, the staff are pleasant and always smiling, always helpful...we are planning our next vacation at the Riviera Nayarit Grand Velas...Thanks for making our 65th birthday so memorable...Lou and Linda

We had a great stay at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit!! The hospitality was excellent from the start, beginning with cold drinks, a quick massage, and a friendly welcome from Santos, who helped us with our luggage. Our concierge, Dulce, was very helpful throughout the trip, sending us daily activity updates and accommodating any requests we had. The pool staff really made the experience enjoyable. Leonel took great care of us every day, recommending drinks and even helping us practice our Spanish. Gustavo was also very attentive, making an effort to learn our names and checking in daily to see if we needed help booking any activities. The dining was consistently good as well; Manuel made our first lunch at Selva Del Mar very relaxing, and we had great service at dinner from Uzi, Francisco, and Daniel. About halfway through the trip, we tried the water ceremony at the spa. Mariana and Jorge guided us through the different stations, including the sauna, steam room, and cold plunges. It was a nice way to relax and use the spa facilities without booking a full treatment. The resort is well-set up with a convenient cafe for quick snacks and drinks. When it was time to leave, Carlos organized our car to the airport, which made the departure very easy. Overall, the entire staff was inviting and worked hard to make sure we had a pleasant stay. We hope to be back soon!!