Decameron La Marina Guayabitos Ramada Resort
Riviera Nayarit, MXAll travelers
Budget-friendly beachfront in sleepy Rincón de Guayabitos
Budget-friendly beachfront in sleepy Rincón de Guayabitos
- 3 dining venues listed
- ~75 min from PVR
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Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Riviera Nayarit, MX
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Dining listed
- 3 venues
- Airport
- PVR
- Transfer
- ~75 min
Why travelers love it
“Budget-friendly beachfront in sleepy Rincón de Guayabitos”
A low-cost all-inclusive on the calm swimmable bay of Rincón de Guayabitos, popular with Mexican families and snowbirds who want an easygoing beach week without Puerto Vallarta prices. Expect basic food, lively daytime pool activities, and limited English-speaking staff rather than polish.
Food & drink
MixedFood selection is broad enough to satisfy at this price point, but flavors are uneven and dairy and juices taste processed rather than fresh.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Wide all-inclusive selection
- Snack bar opens at 11am
- Buffet meets basic expectations
Heads up
- Flavors inconsistent across dishes
- Milk and juices taste artificial
Dining overview
Dining is buffet-focused with a snack bar for lighter daytime meals. Guests describe the food as acceptable and plentiful but not a highlight, with limited variety over a longer stay.
3 documented dining venues
Gastronomía Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive
restaurant
Gastronomía Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive
bar
Gastronomía Decameron La Marina, Ramada All Inclusive en Rincón de Guayabitos
Resort Menus
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Counts and access can vary by source and room tier.
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Decameron Cartagena, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort en Cartagena, Web Oficial
Menu
Hotel Cartagena
Colombia
Mexico
Colombia
Food & drink photos
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Beach
MixedThe bay itself is calm and swimmable with plenty of local vendors, but cleanliness is hit or miss and trash left by guests is a recurring eyesore.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Calm swimmable water
- Lounge chairs available
- Vendors nearby for snacks and crafts
Heads up
- Litter on the sand
- Weak enforcement of cleanliness
The wide beach fronts the protected Guayabitos bay, where gentle water and a gradual entry make swimming easy for kids. Local vendors work the sand, and guests note the beach can look untidy at times depending on tides and foot traffic.
Pools
MixedA large main pool anchors the resort and stays busy with organized activities throughout the day.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Large main pool
- Daily pool activities
- Loungers around the deck
Heads up
- No swim-up bar
- Noise from constant activities
A large main pool anchors the resort with daytime activities, music, and a snack bar that opens around late morning. It is a social, active pool scene rather than a quiet lounging spot.
Rooms & suites
Standard Room
The base category at this resort with two queen beds. Interior or garden-facing, no ocean view. Simple and functional; guests describe them as clean and comfortable but not fancy.
- View:Garden view
Includes
- +two queen beds
Ocean View Room
Same room footprint as the standard but positioned for a view of the bay and Isla Coral. Available with either two queen beds or one king. Worth the upgrade if the view matters to you, since reviewers repeatedly flag that non-ocean-view rooms don't deliver much beyond a bed.
- View:Ocean view
Includes
- +choice of two queens or one king
- +ocean view
Oceanfront Room
Top-tier layout with one king bed and a direct front-facing view of the beach and bay. The most desirable category for couples who want to wake up to the water.
- View:Ocean view
- Sleeps:2 guests
Includes
- +one king bed
- +direct beachfront view
Room details here are AI-assisted, compiled from the resort's own website and public sources. Categories and names change often — confirm the exact room when you book.
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What’s included
MixedPriced as a budget beachfront all-inclusive and mostly delivers at that level, though online photos oversell it and some guests feel the week-long commitment outruns the experience.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Cheap beachfront all-inclusive
- Hardworking staff
- Clean public areas
Heads up
- Photos oversell the property
- Some guests cut stays short
- Language barrier with most staff
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
Not a fitA lively family-focused property with karaoke nights and pool activities, not a romantic pick unless you want a cheap beachfront base and nothing more.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Beachfront setting
- Low price point for a getaway
Heads up
- Constant daytime noise
- Karaoke at night
- No adults-only spaces
Families
Good fitFamilies do well here with a big pool, evening entertainment around 9pm, and a calm swimmable beach steps from the room.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Big pool with activities
- Nightly events around 9pm
- Calm beach for kids
- Lounge chairs at pool and beach
Heads up
- No dedicated kids club
- Beach cleanliness can slip
Peace & Quiet
WeakNot a retreat: expect constant pool activities by day and karaoke at night, though things do settle down after 10pm.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Quiets down after 10pm
- Sleepy Guayabitos town setting
Heads up
- Nonstop pool activities
- Loud karaoke evenings
- Busy public areas
Evening entertainment runs to karaoke and organized shows around 9pm, with daytime pool games and activities. Shops, restaurants, and the town of Rincón de Guayabitos are within easy walking distance.
What guests say
High confidence125 reviews · through Nov 2026
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Guests describe the resort as best suited for families.
Based on older reviews
Recurring complaints
No recurring complaint theme found in the reviews analyzed.
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What past guests say
“1. The pool is cold.<br>2. The sports bar never shows sports, only reggaeton.<br>3. There's only one person serving at each bar, which causes long lines.<br>4. The snacks always have stale bread.<br><br>The food is good, but I hope you never come here. I don't recommend it; for what they charge, there are better places.”
★☆☆☆☆
“I visited between October 9th and 12th, and this was my experience...<br>It's no longer adults-only.<br>It no longer has a specialty restaurant.<br>The beach area no longer belongs to the Decameron Group.<br>If you want a beach chair, you have to go to Decameron La María or Isla Coral.<br>The food has improved.<br>They sometimes have themed dinners.<br>The staff, in general, provided excellent service.<br>For now, I won't be returning until they have an adults-only area again.”
★★★★☆
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Know before you book
- Noisy pool activities and karaoke, not a relaxing property
- Food quality is inconsistent
- Beach cleanliness can be an issue
- Very limited English-speaking staff
What you should know
What to Know
Set expectations for a lively budget property in a small Mexican beach town: English is scarce, entertainment is loud, and the online photos flatter the reality.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Gabriella at the Nexus desk speaks English and helps guide guests
- Adventure tourism rep can book excursions
- Close to town shops
Heads up
- Very few English-speaking staff
- Marketing photos are misleading
- Refunds unlikely if you leave early
WATCH OUT: Seasonal heads-up
- Pacific-coast rainy season runs June through October with occasional tropical storms
- High season around Christmas, Semana Santa, and Mexican school holidays brings large domestic crowds and noise
English is limited among staff, so a bit of Spanish or a translation app goes a long way. The airport is in Puerto Vallarta, roughly a 75 to 90 minute drive north, and pesos are useful for tipping and local vendors on the beach. Set expectations for a simple, older-style Mexican beach resort rather than a polished international brand.
Good to know
- Located in the small town of Rincón de Guayabitos, about 75 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta airport
- The bay is protected and calm, one of the more swimmable beaches on the Pacific coast
- Daytime pool activities and nightly entertainment make this a lively rather than restful stay
- Limited English spoken by staff outside of guest-services representatives
- Online photos can look more polished than the on-the-ground experience
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What we know
Everything below comes from data we collected: here's the inventory for this resort.Updated October 2026- Photos
- 110
- Review excerpts
- 20
- Dining venues
- 3
- Menus
- 3
- Room categories
- 3
- Videos
- 3
- Editorial lenses
- 8
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- Last updated
- October 24, 2026
- Sources
- Official resort siteGoogle PlacesDirect resort mediaMenu documents
- Completeness
- 100%
Source collection snapshot
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- 148 photos
- 2 dining venues
- 3 menu docs
- 6 videos