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Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences

3.5 star property
All-inclusive beachfront hotel with spa, near La Isla
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Aerial view
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025

Room options

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, Ocean View

Superior Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 44 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room Superior With Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room Standard With View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio #2199, north hotel zone, Puerto Vallarta, 48333

What's nearby

  • La Isla - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hotel Zone Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cruise Ship Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Malecon - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Playa de los Muertos - 14 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Park PV - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Deli Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Leche - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Market Sea Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences

At Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences, you can spend time at the beach playing volleyball, plus you'll only be a five-minute drive from Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body treatments and aromatherapy. Rest. Villalinda, one of 4 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and an outdoor tennis court. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

All-inclusive

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

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

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports, land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 300 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • Parking for motorcycles and off-road vehicles will have a fee of MXN 400 per night, per vehicle.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Up to 2 children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 4 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Grand Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

Rest. Villalinda – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Pet deposit: MXN 1000 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of MXN 900 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Friendly Beach Inclusive
Friendly Beach Resort Inclusive
Friendly Resort
Friendly Vallarta Beach
Friendly Vallarta Beach All Inclusive
Friendly Vallarta Beach Resort
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Friendly Vallarta Beach Resort Spa All Inclusive
Friendly Vallarta All Inclusive Family Resort
Friendly All Inclusive Family Resort
Friendly Vallarta All Inclusive Family
Friendly All Inclusive Family
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Frequently asked questions

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of MXN 900 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Vallarta Casino (3-min drive) and Winclub Casino Platinum (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking and volleyball, and practise your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences?
Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences like?
Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences is a short 20-minute walk from Cruise Ship Terminal and 4 minutes' walk from La Isla.

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I love the workers there. Israel is the best bartender, Braulio(Boccio) is an excellent server, Jose Juan also the best waiter. I had hoped to see Double double(Sergio) but he was on vacation. The food was excellent. Love the upgrades to the lower restaurant.
Gloria, 6-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

This hotel lacks EVERYTHING starting with their customer service at the front desk to the bars, to the pool service, restaurants and coffee shops. Needless to say they promote having 5 restaurants but they are never open at the same time so ultimately your choices are slim when it comes To eating. This was the first time we have ever stayed at all inclusive and eaten out. The food is ALL the same, everyday, every restaurant. They say they have a coffee but it’s never open. They don’t have room service instead they serve tacos asada, alpastor and chicken every night. Every night the same meat, same bland food. Pool was Dirty. Rooms are very old in the main tower and tower 2. Rooms smell and bathrooms are way dated. Also at 1 am they turn off ALL hotel common area lights which I thought was odd and even a safety hazard. The Frida restaurant staff were rude and un attentive they just wanted you in and out. With all this said this hotel was pretty pricey. We saw better and well known hotels for cheaper and regret booking here. Put your money somewhere where they actually appreciate you as guest. Also when we booked on Expedia it said mini bar and drinks were all included however they refused to honor it and wanted to charge us additional to give us a mini bar and drinks. They said expedia was false advertising. Stay away from this hotel. I don’t understand how Expedia has it as a VIP.
Fabian, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gurpreet, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ok place.
Julio Rene, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The drinks were delicious. Most of the staff was friendly. Some seemed sad or angry. Really killes the vibe. The food was below average. The rooms were okay?? No dresser so just throw your clothes anywhere. The resort needs some TLC. Will not stay there again.
Malinda, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nothing
Norma, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maria Carmen, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

We just stayed there for a week and it was terrible! The room had a lovely view but was super basic; the beds were uncomfortable and the room itself was very musty smelling with barely- there air conditioning no matter how cool/ cold we set the temperature. The walls between rooms are super thin and it was very noisy. The food in the buffet restaurants was absolutely terrible! Cold food was warm, hot food items were room-temp. Only good dining was the reservation-only restaurant, the taco bar and the breakfast omelette bar. Overall, the place looked clean but the pools were filthy and the gym had an awful smell. I would not stay here again nor would I recommend to friends.
Lesley, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Sandra, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

refugia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Too many people. Pool crowded. One beer option. Also, a vendor was cursing out my 90 year old mother on the beach for not buying a dress from him. I called security and they took the side of the vendor who was using horrible language with my mother. outrageous. The hotel staff did nothing when we complained to the front desk. We wont be going back.
Stephen, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Juan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Have stayed here for 10 years and consider many employees as friends
James Thomas, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff
Denise Alice, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed my stay. I liked that there were seperate but adjacent areas for adults and families. The Beach was great and i was able to get a reservation for a nice dinner every night.
Ralph, 6-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Staff was very helpful
Garrett, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I would come here again if I wasn't committed to not going to the same place twice. I came here as a single female alone and it was amazing I felt safe and taken care of
Havyn, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, had lots of fun. Nice beach, pool, and restaurant options all included.
Bennet, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Doug, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The food and service staff in the adults only section was nothing short of spectacular!
Travis, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

it's good for people with kids. the food was ok. kind of the same thing every day at all the restaurants. the beach was nice. lots of seating if you get up early. some staff great some basically useless. they could chill out about taking your plates before you are done eating
Katherine, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so friendly and helpful! The food in the reservation only restaurant was amazing, as was the Taco restaurant. The other restaurants were OK.
Kelly, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Silvia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Duane, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

My stay at friendly was heaven. The grounds were beautiful. The staff was great. The food was WAY better than I was expecting. I have stomach issues and I felt great during my entire stay. I was able to get a massage on the beach every day (Erika is excellent. Not associated with the hotel) The only issue is we found a tiny field mouse in our room on our last night. Maintenance took care of it quickly but it was jarring.
Sima, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review