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Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort

Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico
4.6(4,700 reviews)
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Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico with 161 rooms. Amenities include Beach, Buffet Dining, Fishing, Free Wi-Fi and Kids Club. Travelers rate it 4.6/5 across 4,700 Google reviews.

Price Range
$$
Rooms
161
Brand
Wyndham Hotels

Atmosphere

CharmingBusiness

Amenities

Beach
Buffet Dining
Fishing
Free Wi-Fi
Kids Club
Nightly Entertainment
Snorkeling
Water Sports Rentals
Family Vacation

Quick answers

Is Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort adults only?
No — Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort is a family-friendly resort that accepts children of all ages.
Where is Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort?
Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort is in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico. Its address is Calle retorno ceibas Lote 3 manzana 9 seccion O zona K fraccionamiento, Av. Sol Nuevo, 63727 Rincón de Guayabitos, Nay., Mexico.
How many rooms does Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort have?
Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort has 161 rooms.
Is Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort all-inclusive?
Yes — Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All Inclusive Resort is an all-inclusive resort, so meals, drinks and most on-site activities are covered by the rate.

Traveler Insights(310 discussions)

Decameron La Marina Guayabitos is the kind of resort that rewards travelers who've already done the Cancun or Puerto Vallarta all-inclusive circuit and are looking for something fundamentally different. Rincón de Guayabitos is a genuine Mexican fishing village - small, unpretentious, and beautiful in the way that places which haven't been fully developed for tourism still can be. The bay itself is the star: naturally protected, calm enough for children and non-swimmers, and flanked by the kind of uncrowded sand where you can actually spread out. From December through March the humpback whales in the bay are so close that you can see them breaching from shore, which is a legitimately extraordinary experience that larger resort destinations can't match.

The honest assessment of the physical property is that it's worn. Guests who arrive expecting polished facilities will be disappointed - the rooms are functional and clean in terms of housekeeping but show their age in every material detail from the mattresses to the balcony railings to the plumbing. The food program covers the basics adequately without inspiring enthusiasm, and the WiFi situation is genuinely frustrating for anyone who needs connectivity. What consistently rescues the experience is the staff, who bring genuine warmth to interactions in a way that feels more personal than at larger properties, and the activities - kayaking on the calm bay, boat trips to Coral Island for snorkeling in a marine reserve, and the village itself as a day-trip destination.


This resort is a good fit for budget travelers, families with young children who need calm water, and experienced all-inclusive visitors specifically seeking an authentic, off-the-beaten-path Mexico experience. It's one of the lowest-cost true all-inclusive options on Mexico's Pacific coast. If polished facilities, reliable WiFi, and a varied food program are important to you, you'll be better served at Vallarta or Riviera Nayarit properties at a higher price point. But for travelers who want the village of Guayabitos, the whale watching, and the genuinely calm bay, Decameron La Marina delivers the experience at a price that's hard to argue with.

Pros

  • +Located in Rincón de Guayabitos, a small fishing village 62 miles north of Puerto Vallarta - one of the most authentically Mexican all-inclusive settings you can find, far from the hotel zone feel
  • +Guayabitos Bay is naturally calm and protected, creating lagoon-like swimming conditions that are excellent for families with young children and nervous swimmers
  • +Whale watching from December through March is outstanding in the bay - you can sometimes see humpback whales from the beach without booking a boat tour
  • +Staff quality is consistently praised as the resort's strongest asset, with multiple guests calling individual team members out by name for exceptional service
  • +The all-inclusive package covers meals, drinks, daily activities, and nightly entertainment with genuinely no meaningful upgrade fees for the core experience
  • +Daily activities program includes kayaking and paddleboarding on the calm bay, plus organized adult games and kids programming throughout the day
  • +Coral Island is accessible by short boat trip and offers snorkeling in a marine protected area - an excursion that traveler reviews consistently describe as a highlight
  • +The village of Guayabitos itself has inexpensive street food, local seafood restaurants, and a Sunday market that give the trip an authentic flavor unavailable at cookie-cutter resort zones

Cons

  • Physical property shows significant wear - guests report dingy linens, hard mattresses, rusty balcony railings, dated bathroom fixtures, and plumbing issues in older room blocks
  • Food quality is a recurring concern with guests describing it as basic and repetitive after a few days, particularly the buffet which lacks the variety of larger resorts
  • WiFi requires logging back in approximately every 10 minutes, making sustained use for video calls or streaming effectively impossible
  • Music is constant and loud throughout the property from early morning until late at night, with limited ability to escape it in any common area
  • A la carte restaurant access is difficult - guests describe these as hard to get into, with limited availability that leaves many guests eating buffet meals for the duration
  • The resort has 162 rooms total, and the pool and beach areas become genuinely crowded during Mexican holiday periods with limited towel availability
  • Rincón de Guayabitos is a small village with limited medical facilities and services - guests with health concerns should consider their proximity to Puerto Vallarta hospitals
  • Entertainment quality at nightly shows is modest - the performances are enthusiastic but production value is basic compared to larger resort chains

Common Questions

What makes Guayabitos different from other all-inclusive destinations in Mexico?
It's a real fishing village rather than a purpose-built resort zone. Guayabitos has local restaurants, a Sunday market, authentic street food, and a community of actual Mexican residents - not just tourists and resort workers. The bay is protected and naturally calm, which is unusual on Mexico's Pacific coast. Travelers who find Cancun or Puerto Vallarta hotel zones too artificial and crowded often describe Guayabitos as feeling like 'the real Mexico.'
Is the whale watching from this location actually good?
Excellent, and it's one of the best reasons to choose this resort over others in the region. Humpback whales are present in Banderas Bay from approximately December through March, and their concentration in this area is high enough that you can sometimes see them breaching from the beach. Boat tours out into the bay bring you considerably closer. Multiple guests cite the whale watching as the single best memory from their trip.
How are the rooms - is the property as run-down as some reviews suggest?
The property shows real wear that goes beyond normal aging. Reviewers mention hard mattresses, dated fixtures, issues with plumbing and rusty balcony rails, and linens that could be fresher. Housekeeping is attentive and rooms are clean, but the underlying infrastructure needs investment. If you're coming from a higher-end resort background, expect a noticeable step down in physical quality. Managing expectations is important - the location and staff compensate for what the rooms lack.
What is the Coral Island excursion like and is it worth doing?
Worth doing, and it's the most consistently praised off-resort activity in traveler reviews. The boat trip is short (under 20 minutes), and the island sits in a marine protected area with snorkeling over coral formations and abundant fish. The water is clear and calm enough for beginner snorkelers. Book through the resort or directly with local boat operators at the beach - prices from local vendors are typically lower than resort-organized trips.
How far is this resort from Puerto Vallarta and is it easy to get there?
About 62 kilometers north of Puerto Vallarta International Airport, which translates to roughly an hour to 90 minutes depending on traffic. The drive along Highway 200 is scenic - it passes through small towns and coastal terrain. Puerto Vallarta itself is worth a day trip for the Malecon boardwalk, Zona Romantica restaurants, and local culture. Taxis and shared shuttle services run regularly between Guayabitos and the city.
Is the food good enough for a week-long stay?
Good enough for most budget-oriented travelers, but limited in variety. The buffet covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with Mexican and international options that are solid if repetitive by mid-week. The a la carte restaurants are harder to access than the resort implies, with limited availability. The real workaround that experienced guests recommend is eating in the village for lunch or dinner at least a couple of times - local seafood restaurants within walking distance are inexpensive and significantly better quality than the buffet.

Google Rating

4.6(4,700 Google reviews)

Google Reviews

Irene L.
6 months ago

Wasn't happy to come here at first. Service was great, can't complain about that. Highly recommend La Bamba restaurant. The food was delicious. The only thing i didn't like was the lack of restaurants (a la cart for dinner). Servicio al huésped fue u...