Resort Details
- Various Lounges/BarsCristal - Open bar in lobby, with range of national and international liquor available, also serves juices and soft drinks.
Ambar - Open bar in theatre, with range of national and international liquor available, also serves juices and soft drinks.
Mexicano - Open bar by the pool, with range of national and international liquor available, also serves juices and soft drinks. - Various RestaurantsLa Hacienda - International fare, served buffet-style for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and midnight snack with dinner theme nights.
Venezia - Italian served a la carte open for dinner only, reservations required.
El Mexicano and Grill House - International fare, served buffet-style for lunch and a la carte for dinner, reservations for dinner required. Snacks also available.
Some restaurants may only operate on select schedules. Some restaurants may require reservations and expect appropriate dress. Consult the hotel upon arrival for hours of operation, reservation policies and dress codes.
- Standard
View -full/partial ocean view
Bedding- 1 King or 2 Double Size Beds
Occupancy limits- Maximum 4 adults, 2 children, 4 total
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 5 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children ages 6 - 12 are surcharged.Additional Amenities- All rooms have tropical decor with pale-wood furnishings and marble-tiled floor, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, bathroom with shower (some with tub and shower), cable television, with pool, garden, . Iron/ironing board, hair dryer and safety deposit box available on request at the front desk.
- Air conditioning
- Cable television
- Hair Dryer
- Internet access
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Safe
- Shower only
- Telephone
- TV
- Superior with Balcony
View -full/partial ocean view.
Bedding- 1 king size or 2 double beds
Occupancy limits- Maximum 4 adults, 2 children, 4 total
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 5 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children ages 6 -12 are surcharged.Additional Amenities- All rooms have tropical decor with pale-wood furnishings and marble-tiled floor, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, bathroom with shower (some with tub and shower), cable television, with pool, garden, Iron/ironing board and hair dryer available on request at the front desk.
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Cable television
- Hair Dryer
- Internet access
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Safe
- Shower only
- Telephone
- TV
- Suite
View -Ocean-view balcony
Bedding- 1 King or 2 Double Size Beds with a sofa bed
Occupancy limits- 5 adults, 2 children, 5 total
effective 01/02/2023
Occupancy limits- Maximum 5 adults, 2 children, 6 total
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 5 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children ages 6 - 12 are surcharged.Additional Amenities- Double sofa bed in living/dining room along with four-chair dining set, two-chair breakfast bar. ground-floor patio with two lounge chairs. Compact refrigerator. Microwave oven. Coffeemaker. Wet bar. In-room safe. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Half-bathroom off living/dining room. Full bathroom with shower/tub combination off bedroom.
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Coffee/Tea Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Internet access
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Plates and bowls
- Refrigerator
- Safe
- Silverware/utensils
- Telephone
- TV
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Airport shuttle service*
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals
- Business services*
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- Airport shuttle service*
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals
- Business services*
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym*
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand*
- Golf, Offsite*
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services*
- Laundry/Valet service*
- Lounges/bars*
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service*
- Room service - limited hours*
- Safe deposit box
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports*
- Business Services*
- Internet Access*
- Please contact the hotel directly for more information.
* Fees may apply
- Bike rental
- Children's poolThere is 1 children's pool on site.
- Children's program, onsiteKid's Club: Features an activity program (ages 5-12) and playground area with adult supervision. Operates daily 9AM-5PM.
Giant Chess game, shuffleboard - Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site *
- Non-Motorized Water SportsSurfing/Boogie Boarding, Scuba Diving and Snorkeling.The resort supplies boogie boards and kayaks.
- PoolThere are 3 pools on site. Measuring approximately 55 by 55 meters (60 by 60 yds), three connected freeform pools include one for toddlers, one for children, and one for families.
- Golf *Golf Course located within 5 Miles of Property.
- On-site EntertainmentTheme-night entertainment including weekly Mexican Fiestas, International celebrations, and nightly stage entertainment with local talent, staff shows and dances.
* Fees may apply
Property Information
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
7518 reviews
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Aug 16, 2026We would come back for another visit.
Great experience. Emma was great with our room service.
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Jul 30, 2026will come back
Emma was very helpful and made our beds very well and left our room very clean.
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Jul 19, 2026
Summer vacation to Samba Vallarta!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Samba Vallarta. The staff were the shining stars of the vacation. From service staff such as Jose and Genaro to the doorman Guadalupe, to Carmen and the young gentleman lending out towels and boogie boards, to the activity leaders and kids club workers, all were extremely kind, professional, talkative and helpful!! The resort itself was older and reflective of the cost, with simple but clean rooms and very comfortable beds. The pool was great and the beach was awesome! The majority of the guests were families on summer vacation from within Mexico, which made it feel unlike a typical resort with mostly English speakers from North America. Lastly the food was excellent. There was always a variety of authentic Mexican offerings at the buffet, which is exactly what we were looking for. The two restaurants were also very good and we went to each of them twice. We chose to tip the wait staff, though there was never any pressure to do so, and the service didn't change wether you did or didn't. Overall it was a very memorable trip for my family and we are keen to go again! If you are looking for an affordable trip and aren't fussy about an older resort it's definitely a great choice!
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Jul 12, 2026
Excelent
Everything was good and nice, specially the attention of the Italian dinner crew, Ricardo, Nain and Alejandro were magnificent hosts.
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Jul 09, 2026
Good!
Friendly staff and good food. Emma was very nice and did an awesome job with the rooms. Waiters and waitresses were very fun too.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 21
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy:
Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.Convention Policy:
Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.Hotel Spring Break Policy:
While this hotel strongly discourages spring breakers, it cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.
Note: NO SPRING BREAK GROUPS ALLOWED.Transfer Policy:
A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.General Information:
Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed