Marival Distinct Residences & Spa - Handwritten Collection

5.0 star property
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5 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 8 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
View from room
4 bars/lounges, 3 poolside bars, beach bar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Paseo de Los Cocoteros 53, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY, 63732
  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach
    7 min walk
  • Al Fresco Grill
    1 min walk
  • Puerto Vallarta Bus Terminal
    12 min drive
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    19 min drive

Room options

Room, Multiple Beds, Private Pool (Balcony)

  • 250 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen (2 Balconies)

  • 250 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Private Pool

  • 366 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Private Pool (Balcony. Bathroom with shower)

  • 180 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 150 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, 2 Bathrooms (Balcony or Terrace)

  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • 250 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony (Balcony or Terrace)

  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Nuevo Vallarta

With a stay at Marival Distinct All Inclusive Future Handwritten Collection in Nuevo Vallarta, you'll be 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Malecon and 17.4 mi (28 km) from Sayulita Square. .This beach property is 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from Playa Gemelas and 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Los Arcos.

What's nearby

  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 7 min walk
  • Vallarta Adventures - 4 min drive
  • El Tigre Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Nayar Vidanta Golf - 5 min drive
  • Mayan Palace Nuevo Vallarta Golf Course - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mozza Mare - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Al Fresco Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Vita Nuevo Vallarta - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Marival Distinct Residences & Spa - Handwritten Collection

Luxury property on the beach, with 5 outdoor pools
Marival Distinct All Inclusive Future Handwritten Collection offers 169 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Accommodations at this 5-star property have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include free minibar items and complimentary bottled water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a spa tub and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 169 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. 42-inch plasma televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor swimming pools, a nightclub, and an attached winery. This property also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
All-inclusive rates are available at this property. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite at Mozzamare, one of the property's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the beach bar or one of 4 bars/lounges, or 3 poolside bars.

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Nuevo Vallarta? This property has 50 square feet (5 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Mozzamare - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Omaggio - Overlooking the garden, this theme restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Insu - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Brunello - Onsite bar. Open daily.
LemmonGrass - This poolside fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Marival Distinct All Inclusive Future Handwritten Collection are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Meals and beverages at companion properties

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Land activities

Bicycling
Fitness facilities
Miniature golf
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Cooking
Pilates
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge) up to 500 kilometres
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 5 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 poolside bars, 4 bars/lounges and 1 beach bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Mozzamare
  • Omaggio
  • Insu
  • Brunello
  • LemmonGrass

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/games room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Fitness centre
  • Table football
  • Full-service spa
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • A hot tub
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • On-site winery

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Full-sized fridge
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Playground
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Golf cart
  • Golf clubs
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (50 square feet of space)
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station shuffle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Games
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • TV channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar
  • Freezer
  • Griddle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Chef
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Brunello Lobby Bar]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 1000 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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 and a security system

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 8 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Marival Distinct Residences & Spa - Handwritten Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hector, mc kinney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

AMRIK

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A few good restaurants and some amazing servers. Reception desk can do better.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

harikiran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very big,airy and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Staff was very polite. Very clean property. We will for sure go back to this resort again in future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose R

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the place was so clean and a great place to relax. However, there was a prevalent lack of staff workers, with a small amount of tables and chairs. Yet, the food was amazing and so flavorful. The waiters in every restaurant and by the pool were so kind and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt good value for our money here. We spent most of our time at the infinite pool or beach. My son enjoyed the kids club a couple times as well. We ate at omaggie most of our stay for breakfast. It was buffet. Never tried lemongrass because the hours were in the middle of when we wakted to eat. For lunch we were mostly at the infinity pool, so we would order with our server Paco( Francisco) or get tacos from the taco station. The pool menu had a good selection and great food. We tried several different things from there. Dinner we ate twice at the sister resort and two or three times at insu, amd once at mazzomare. All of the food we had was excellent, except the mexican restaurant at Emotions. It lacked a good selection and wasnt that great in taste. We attempted a show at emotions one night for fiesta night, but we left after 20 minutes. Emotions pool is open way later than distincts. Kids area not that gre Our room was the most basic room of king with a balcony, but it was awesome. It had 2 full bathrooms, washer and dryer, kitchen, dining room table, living room, and seperate bedroom. Staff was all super friendly. They all worked hard to keep the grounds clean and well maintained. We did get approached by our conceirge lady about the membership several times, which annoyed my husband, but after reading reviews it wasnt really a surprise. I warned him. It was a prefect place to have a nice relaxing vacation, even with a five yesr old. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Suzan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you it was very good hotel clean , nice safe property and great customer service we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Marival. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. The property is gorgeous and well kept. It was a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemima, El Monte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly service, food choices and quality not so great. Had to wait for tables, reservations for theme restaurants not readily available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyril John, Des Moines

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish there were more options for dinner
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larisa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the pool/Lemon Grass was amazing...Manuel was the best if you visit make sure you sit in his section, if you cant get Manuel Alberto was also great!!! Kevin at Insu Sky Lounge provided excellent service..I cant say enough about all the staff the were amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond Amadeo Martinez

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice very friendly staff.. didn’t like that they pushed the time share, and then got mad cause we didn’t want to do the time share.. not happy about that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolute wonderful time at the Marival. It was beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff was more than accommodating. Felix by the pool was great and very personable to interact with every day! We would totally go back and stay at the Marival the next time we visit Puerto Vallarta!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yahya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay in Nice city
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadie Anahi, south sioux city

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADENIYI

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marival Distinct was wonderful. My family of four (2 kids, 2 parents) usually go on summer vacation and we have been to a lot of resorts in Mexico. Marival Distinct didnt disappoint! The room was beautiful. Laid out like a 2 bedroom 2 bath condo so it was perfect for our family. The food was good especially at Lemongrass and Mozzamare. Omaggio missed the mark on a few plates. The view at Insu is amazing. The wait staff were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our vacation and have zero complaints. Well, except the persistent timeshare invitation. If you are not interested in a timeshare, make sure you say no to the breakfast, jetski and anything else they offer you during check in. Happy travels!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience!!!!! The only problem was Felix he seemed to be very racist within his own race. Other than that everyone was so nice and great and very welcoming will definitely be going back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. The only thing i would recommend for anybody is make sure you arrive close to 3 or after. Check in is 3:00 and they are not very lenient on that. So its a long time to wait if you arrive in the morning. Or make sure you have a swimsuit easy to access. The food is excellent. Service was a little slow at some restaurants but its not a big deal. Just don't be trying to rush to be somewhere. Rooms were clean and large. The beach was beautiful. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024