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All-ages beachfront resort on Riviera Nayarit with lively pools and family-friendly amenities.

  • 820 rooms
  • 10 dining venues listed
  • Airport: PVR

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Resort facts & overview
Location
Riviera Nayarit, MX
Audience
All travelers
Brand
Independent
Rooms
820
Dining listed
10 venues
Airport
PVR

Why travelers love it

“All-ages beachfront resort on Riviera Nayarit with lively pools and family-friendly amenities.”

Guests enjoy the multiple large pools with swim-up bars, beach access, varied dining, and entertainment. The resort is popular with families and groups for its activities and lively atmosphere. Many appreciate the attentive staff.

Best for familiesBest for groupsBest for budget-friendly all-inclusivesBest for lively social scene

Food & drink

Mixed

Limited review data available for dining specifics at this resort.

low confidence

Dining overview

Buffet and four à la carte restaurants serving Italian, Asian, steakhouse, and Mexican cuisine. One main buffet and five bars on site.

10 documented dining venues

Don Emiliano

Doña Adelita

Gran Dragón

Counts and access can vary by source and room tier.

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Beach

Strong

Sits directly on the Riviera Nayarit coast, which typically avoids the sargassum issues of the Caribbean side.

Wide stretch of golden sand, generally swimmable, with some days of noticeable seaweed and waves. Palapas and loungers are available but can fill quickly during peak season.

Aerial view of beachfront resort with multiple pools, buildings, and surrounding landscape.

Pools

Strong

Multiple pools with a swim-up bar anchor the lively daytime scene.

Editorial pool rating

The resort has six swimming pools. Four are family-friendly pools located along the seafront, one of which includes a swim-up bar. The other two pools are designed for children and feature slides and games.

Swim-up bar
Aerial view of beachfront resort with multiple pools, buildings, and surrounding landscape.
Aerial view of white resort building with pools, palm trees, and coastal location.
Resort pool with cabanas, palm trees, ocean view, and lounge seating areas.

Rooms & suites

820 rooms

Following a complete renovation and rebranding from Riu Jalisco in late 2025, the rooms at Riu Flamingos feature a contemporary and bright style. Accommodations include various double, suite, and new family room configurations designed to maximize comfort.

Room categories

  • Double Standard
  • Family Room
  • Family Room (2 Bedrooms)
  • Junior Suite
  • Suite Jacuzzi

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.

What’s included

Mixed

Priced in the mid-range tier with the broad all-inclusive package typical of the brand.

Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.

Amenities & activities

Couples

Stretch

Limited review data available on the couples experience; expect a lively all-ages atmosphere rather than a romance-focused retreat.

low confidence

Families

Good fit

An all-ages beachfront property with a kids club and swim-up bar, positioned for family stays on Riviera Nayarit.

Peace & Quiet

Weak

Expect a lively pool-and-entertainment vibe rather than a hushed hideaway.

RiuLand kids club, gym, Renova Spa, daily entertainment, beach volleyball, water sports, and themed restaurants. Nightly shows and activities for all ages.

Full-service spaKids clubSwim-up barPopular wedding venue

Water sports included

  • kayaking
  • snorkeling
  • bodyboarding
  • catamaran
  • windsurfing

Know before you book

Not for:light sleepers
  • Pool area can be crowded and sometimes loud
  • Beach chairs can be hard to find during peak occupancy
  • Some complaints about limited à la carte restaurant availability
  • Lively atmosphere may not suit quiet seekers

What you should know

What to Know

Plan for a busy, all-ages atmosphere on the Pacific coast north of Puerto Vallarta, with a livelier scene than adults-only alternatives.

PVR nearest airport

Families are welcome, bring reusable water bottles. Book restaurant reservations early. Tipping is appreciated. Dress code applies for dinner at à la cartes. Lounge chairs fill up early on the beach.

Good to know

  • No reservations required for à la carte restaurants but limited seating
  • Dress code enforced for dinner in specialty restaurants
  • 24-hour sports bar offers snacks all night

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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
30
Review excerpts
Not yet collected
Dining venues
10
Menus
Not yet collected
Room categories
Not yet collected
Videos
3
Editorial lenses
8

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Where this data comes from

We tell you what we know, and what we don't.

Last updated
July 18, 2026
Sources
Direct resort media
Completeness
83%
Source collection snapshot

These collection totals can differ from the items available on this page. Video totals include screened results; the inventory above counts published tours.

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  • 28 videos