All-Inclusive Resorts in Puerto Vallarta
4 expert-reviewed resorts in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — sorted by our rating. Every restaurant named, every con disclosed.
Casa Velas Hotel Boutique & Ocean Club
Casa Velas is the best boutique adults-only all-inclusive in Puerto Vallarta for couples who value quality over quantity — exceptional food, impeccable service, and three included golf courses that no comparable property can match. The no-beach tradeoff is real, but the Tau Beach Club mitigates it well. If you want intimate sophistication that feels like a private hacienda rather than a mega-resort, Casa Velas is the answer.
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Garza Blanca Preserve is the all-inclusive resort equivalent of a private jungle retreat — a boutique, nature-immersed escape that earns its five stars through dramatic setting and genuine food quality rather than sheer scale. Blanca Blue's wine program and whale-watching from suite balconies differentiate it from cookie-cutter all-inclusives. The trade-offs are real — small rocky beach, inconvenient highway trolley, and persistent timeshare pressure — but for guests who prioritize nature, architecture, and exceptional food over beach length and pool slides, this is the best all-inclusive on Mexico's Pacific Coast.
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta is the strongest all-inclusive option in the PV market for families and World of Hyatt loyalists. The cliffside setting on a semi-private cove beach beats every Hotel Zone competitor, and 25,000-point nights deliver exceptional value. Casa Grande alone is worth the trip. Couples wanting pure romance should look at [Casa Velas](/resorts/casa-velas-puerto-vallarta/) or Garza Blanca instead, but for everyone else — especially anyone sitting on a pile of Hyatt points — this is the pick.
Crown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta
Crown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta is the top pick for budget-conscious families who want a genuine aqua park experience in Puerto Vallarta's Hotel Zone. The 9-slide pirate ship setup is the best kids' water park in the area, the Suite Prestige options offer remarkable space for multigenerational groups, and the price point undercuts comparable family resorts by 30-50%. Just don't come expecting a pristine beach or easy specialty restaurant access — the beach maintenance is a real weakness and the three a la carte restaurants are chronically oversubscribed.