Marival Emotions Resort & Suites Riviera Nayarit By Mercure
Nuevo Nayarit, MXFamily friendly
Our take
All‑inclusive family resort in Riviera Nayarit with multiple pools, kids and teens clubs, spa, and varied dining.
- 10 dining venues listed
- ~20 min from PVR
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Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Nuevo Nayarit, MX
- Audience
- Family friendly
- Brand
- Independent
- Dining listed
- 10 venues
- Airport
- PVR
- Transfer
- ~20 min
Why travelers love it
“All‑inclusive family resort in Riviera Nayarit with multiple pools, kids and teens clubs, spa, and varied dining.”
Guests consistently praise the range of activities for children and teens, the lively entertainment program, and spacious suites with convenient extras like minibars and beach club access.
Food & drink
MixedBuffet variety wins for breakfast (chilaquiles at Casa Bella, omelets, pizza), but à la carte options are thin and often closed, and a few dinners land lukewarm.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Wide breakfast buffet at Casa Bella
- Nightly themed buffet dinners
- Kids buffet is a hit
- Standout bakers and chefs praised
Heads up
- Only two à la carte restaurants, often closed
- Buffet not always warm
- Isolated food poisoning complaint
Dining overview
Eight restaurants and five bars cover Italian at Amalfi and Piazzetta dei Forni, international buffets at Casa Bella, plus the Mai Tai beach club and other à la carte options. Reviewers consistently praise the servers more than they rave about the food itself — quality is solid resort fare rather than a culinary draw.
10 documented dining venues
Amalfi
Casa Bella
La Bamba
Counts and access can vary by source and room tier.
Food & drink photos
Food & drink photos
Beach
StrongDirect beach access with loungers readily available and a beloved Mai Tai beach club setup, though one dissenter flagged discolored water and odor on their visit.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Beach chairs easy to secure
- Mai Tai Beach Club service (Leo, Javier, Cruz)
- Morning yoga right on the sand
- Wedding-worthy sunset views
Heads up
- Occasional reports of murky water and odor
Direct beach access with lounge chairs available; beach clubs Capriccio and Mai Tai exist though not included in all‑inclusive package.
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Pools
StandoutFive pools cover every mood: activity pool with hosted games, kids pool with slides, learn-to-swim shallow, deep pool, and adults-only, all with swim-up bars.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Five distinct pools for every age
- Swim-up bars in multiple pools
- Hosted water activities and pool parties
- Adults-only pool available
Heads up
- Activity pool music is very loud
Multiple family swimming pools including a tranquil adult‑view pool, splash pool, pirate‑themed pool with slides, and at least one adults‑only pool.
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Rooms & suites
~495 roomsVariety of rooms from standard Resort and Club Rooms (~387 ft2) to spacious Emotions Select One‑ and Two‑Bedroom Suites, with oceanfront options. Suites include extras like minibar, Nespresso, Chromecast, and access to beach clubs once per stay.
Resort Room
The entry-level room at about 387 square feet, with a private balcony overlooking the Pacific, the pools, or the gardens. King bed or two doubles; some can interconnect, which makes them a workable choice for families on a budget.
- Size:36 m² (~388 ft²)
Includes
- +private balcony
- +king or two double beds
- +interconnecting rooms available
Club Room
clubLocated in the Club Tower and sized similarly to the Resort Room, but positioned as the better choice for groups and larger families during an all-inclusive stay. Same balcony setup with views of the ocean, pools, or gardens.
- Size:36 m² (~388 ft²)
Includes
- +Club Tower location
- +private balcony
- +good for groups and families
Emotions Select One-Bedroom Suite
premiumA step up into suite territory, with a separate living area, kitchenette, and private balcony or terrace. Marketed at couples or small families who want more room to spread out plus premium all-inclusive perks like minibar, Nespresso, and Chromecast.
Includes
- +separate living area
- +kitchenette
- +private balcony or terrace
- +Nespresso machine
- +minibar
- +Chromecast
- +one beach club visit per stay
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.
Room photos
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
What’s included
StrongFor a mid-range family all-inclusive, the price-to-experience ratio lands strong, especially on spring break deals; a minority feel it is worn and overpriced.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Solid deal for family of four
- Repeat guests returning 10+ times
- Anniversary and wedding packages deliver
Heads up
- Some feel the property is worn and overpriced
- Member perks inconsistently honored
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
StretchCouples do fine here, especially for weddings and anniversaries at the Mai Tai Beach Club, but the lively family energy means it is not a pure romantic escape.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Sunset weddings at Mai Tai Beach Club
- Adults-only pool for quieter moments
- Beach yoga and spa touches
- Balcony ocean views
Heads up
- Family and kid noise dominates
- Room assignments can disappoint members
Families
IdealA genuine family hit: five pools including a kids pool with slides and pirate ship, plus a genuinely warm kids and teens club crew (Gigi, Diego, Edith, Fernando).
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Kids pool with slides and pirate ship
- Engaged kids and teens club staff
- 2-bedroom suites work for multigen groups
- Allergy needs handled with care
Heads up
- Lively pool music carries to rooms
- Extra child charges have surprised some bookings
Peace & Quiet
MixedThis is a lively resort with loud pool music and constant animation; quiet-seekers can escape to the middle pools or adults-only area, but silence is not the default setting.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Adults-only and middle pools for calm
- Morning beach yoga is genuinely peaceful
- Compact footprint keeps things walkable
Heads up
- Thunderous pool music audible in rooms
- Meals served with constant music
- Animation team is always on
Six restaurants, seven bars, nightclub, spa (paid), beauty salon, fitness center, kids and teens clubs, tennis courts, bicycle circuit, beach activities, daily entertainment and nightly shows.
Water sports included
- non‑motorized water sports
- kayaking
- sailing
- snorkeling
- windsurfing
- boogie boarding
Resort amenities
Spa, gym & activity photos
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
What guests say
High confidence998 reviews · through Nov 2026
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Recurring complaints
No recurring complaint theme found in the reviews analyzed.
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What past guests say
“We loved the Dreams show by the animation and sports kids; they all had amazing energy. It was a very family-friendly and lovely show, especially Rosario as Mulan. We enjoyed it so much. Marival never ceases to amaze us.”
★★★★★
“Excellent service and menu at the Asian restaurant. The service from the staff, Alejandro, Martín, and Captain Cristian, was particularly outstanding and top-notch.”
★★★★★
“The food was very good, we really enjoyed it. We've been coming here for years and have always loved it. We bring the old school style to everything. The entertainment was something to highlight, along with the bartenders Juan, Alejandra, Cinthia, and Fernando. Papi Chulo gave us a great atmosphere at the pool. Thanks Ferr for the ambiance!”
★★★★★
★★★★★
“Carlos Cruz, Fernando, and Daniela are excellent entertainers and very attentive. I love the hotel; it has great facilities, and the entire team is incredibly helpful and attentive. 10/10”
★★★★★
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Know before you book
- Difficult dining reservations
- Occasional reports of murky water and odor
- Only two à la carte restaurants, often closed
- Buffet not always warm
What you should know
What to Know
Expect a timeshare/membership pitch at check-in, book Amalfi and other à la cartes immediately on arrival, and double-check any child pricing before you fly.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Compact, walkable layout
- Wedding planner Fabiola delivers
- NRG2GO fitness and yoga are worth booking
- Beach and lobby concierges (Ricardo, Enrique) are helpful
Heads up
- Membership presentation pushed at check-in
- À la carte reservations hard to secure
- Website child pricing has surprised guests at check-in
- Tennis courts reportedly being removed for condos
WATCH OUT: Seasonal heads-up
- June through October is rainy season on the Pacific coast, with the highest hurricane risk in September
- Holiday weeks (Christmas, Easter, U.S. spring break) get crowded and noisy
Nuevo Vallarta sits about 20 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta airport (PVR), and most guests prebook a transfer or shuttle. Staff are bilingual in Spanish and English, and tipping in small USD or pesos is appreciated even on an all-inclusive plan. Wi-Fi is available but reportedly inconsistent in some areas — bring an eSIM if you need to work. The property is spread out, so request a room near the pool or beach if mobility is a concern.
Good to know
- Large property with a lot of programmed activities — great for families, less ideal if you want a quiet retreat
- Beach yoga with NRG2GO instructors (Erin, Macy, Nancy) is a guest favorite and worth waking up for
- Calm Banderas Bay waters make it a safer swim beach than many Pacific-coast resorts
- Service consistently rated higher than food quality — manage expectations on the restaurants
- On-site chapel and wedding facilities make it a frequent choice for destination weddings
All photos
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
Photo: www.marivalemotions.com
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What we know
Everything below comes from data we collected: here's the inventory for this resort.Updated July 2026- Photos
- 323
- Review excerpts
- 20
- Dining venues
- 10
- Menus
- Not yet collected
- Room categories
- 7
- Videos
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- Editorial lenses
- 8
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- Last updated
- July 18, 2026
- Sources
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- Completeness
- 83%
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- 323 photos
- 25 dining venues