Marival Emotions Resort & Suites Riviera Nayarit by Mercure

We recently stayed at this resort and had an amazing time. It’s definitely on the smaller side compared to some larger all-inclusives, but honestly, that ended up being one of the things we loved most about it. It’s big enough to keep you busy, but small enough that you can walk from one end to the other easily — especially great when you have kids. The pools were a major highlight. There’s a lively party pool if you’re in the mood for some fun, a quieter family pool, a small kids’ pool, and even an adults-only pool if you want a little peace and quiet. The water slides were perfect for younger kids, especially in the 5–8-year-old range — ours couldn’t get enough! The beach was absolutely beautiful — huge, clean, and perfect for long walks. You could walk for miles along the shoreline, and the beach area never felt crowded. Food was another strong point. We loved how easy it was to just show up at any restaurant without needing a reservation (except for the Italian restaurant). Plus, you can eat at your favorite spots as many times as you want, which we really appreciated. One major highlight was the MaiTai restaurant. Since we booked a suite, we received a coupon to dine there, and it was absolutely amazing — easily the best meal of our trip. Honestly, even if we hadn’t had the coupon, I would have happily paid out of pocket to eat there. It was that good! The rooms were nothing fancy — pretty classic resort style — but they were clean and comfortable. The grounds were beautifully maintained. There were a few downsides to mention. The kids club park wasn’t the best — a bit underwhelming compared to others we’ve experienced. The buffet was also on the smaller side with limited variety, so we found ourselves preferring the restaurants most nights. The resort does offer day passes for locals, so it can get very busy at times, especially around the pools. If you want a chair by the pool, you’ll need to be up early — by 8 or 9 a.m., most spots are already reserved. Lastly, for beer drinkers, one frustrating thing was the limit of four beers per day in the room. If you wanted more, you had to pay extra, which was a little disappointing for an all-inclusive. Overall, though, we had a fantastic trip. The size of the resort, the pools, the beach, the dining options, and the amazing experience at MaiTai made it a really memorable family vacation. We would definitely come back but I would not recommend this resort if you aren’t going on vacation with your kids.

The location is great, the pool is great, the perfect kids pool. Didn’t appreciate that adults are not allowed on the waterslides with their kids. The dinner reservations are a major pain, if you can even get them. If you are okay eating at the buffet for all your meals, it is good food at the buffet. The a la carte restaurants should not be included in the description- you have to book reservations once every 3 days and wait in line for over 2 hours in order to book them- even in doing this we only got one reservation at 9 pm in the whole week, which is not at all ideal for families-which this resort is meant to cater to. The beach is beautiful, the pool facilities are great and clean. The rooms are clean, and the staff are very helpful and accommodating. my child is vegan and when we let them know they did make him delicious custom meals, which was so appreciated. Overall a great place for a beach holiday. Aside from the restaurant reso and waterslide situation, no complaints

The property is ocean front and amazing!|The staff- super friendly and accommodating- always checking in to see if anything needed :)|The room- room 1743 has floor to ceiling sliding doors straight out to the ocean. I could hear waves at night and really enjoyed watching sunset on the patio. Staff cleans each day and refills the mini bar :) nice size bathroom with separate toilet area and large shower! Is is easy to take the stairs right up to the room and skip the elevator!|Yoga with NRG2GO- daily class right on the beach with straw mats and towels provided. Stretching and breathing at the ocean with Nancy was such a great way to start the day.|Food and Drinks- lots of options! Dinner reservations on some of the nights. Started every day with fresh pressed green juice and coffee. Really enjoyed tequila/soda/lime and Aperol spritzes! Some favorite foods were a grilled ceaser salad, mahi & risotto, and the pancakes!|Night entertainment- the live music on the beach wear all wear white was beautiful at sunset. The pirate theme and magic and Michael Jackson shows are top notch- similar to Vegas shows! - the same staff during the day is performing at night! They all work so hard! |The flowers and birds- lots of beautiful flowers growing all over the property and a variety of birds. We even saw a hummingbird and bio luminescent plankton!|Overall a beautiful yoga week. Highly recommend booking!

🌞 Review for Marival Emotions – Puerto Vallarta 🌴 I had an absolutely wonderful time at Marival Emotions in Puerto Vallarta! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed by the friendly staff and an atmosphere full of vibrant energy. The entertainment team deserves a special shoutout — they were incredible! Always enthusiastic, engaging, and genuinely kind, they brought the resort to life every day with activities, games, and shows that made each moment fun and unforgettable. They went above and beyond with the shows you can see their enthusiasm and excitement and pure talent they put together. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-equipped — the perfect place to rest and recharge after a day of adventure and sun. One of the highlights of my stay was the yoga sessions with NRG2GO. Practicing yoga with the ocean nearby, guided by such talented instructors, was the perfect way to connect body and mind while soaking in the beauty of Mexico. It brought such a calming and energizing balance to the trip. The instructor was so nice and even got me a glass of water after practice. Marival Emotions truly lives up to its name — I left with beautiful memories and a full heart. Can’t wait to come back!

A Joyful Escape – Marival Emotions Delivers Fun, Flavor, and Fitness Our stay at Marival Emotions Resort & Suites in Nuevo Vallarta was nothing short of spectacular. This all-inclusive paradise perfectly blends relaxation, entertainment, and top-tier hospitality in a stunning beachfront setting. The resort grounds are absolutely gorgeous—meticulously manicured with vibrant tropical gardens and beautiful architecture that creates a peaceful, luxurious atmosphere throughout the property. Every path and corner feels thoughtfully designed and immaculately maintained. The beach is another standout. Wide, golden, and swimmable, it’s the ideal place to soak up the sun or take a dip in the Pacific. Whether you’re strolling along the shore or lounging under a palapa, it’s hard to beat the beauty and calm of this stretch of coastline. Our room was spacious and welcoming, with plenty of room to unpack and relax. The beds and pillows, in particular, were incredibly comfortable—some of the best we’ve had at any resort. After a long day of sun and fun, coming back to such a cozy space made all the difference. One of the best parts of our trip was the resort’s focus on wellness and fun. The Pilates classes on the beach with NRG2GO were a refreshing way to start the morning. Every morning I took part in the pilates on the beach. Also the Zumba sessions were an absolute blast—our instructor was fun and full of energy. And let’s not forget the entertainment team, Thanks to Leo and Charley and the entire entertainment team who brought non-stop enthusiasm and kept the fun going all day long, from poolside activities and games to theater shows that blew us away. Their energy was infectious and their creativity turned every moment into a celebration. The food was another major highlight. La Pergola, Amalfi, and La Palapa each delivered something special—from international favorites to fresh Italian fare and local Mexican fare. The food was fresh and the menus extensive. The service at each restaurant was top-notch, warm, and always with a smile. From sunrise wellness to sunset shows, every detail at Marival Emotions was crafted with care and heart. We left feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and full of joy. It’s definitely one of the best resorts we’ve ever stayed at in Mexico—and we’ll be sure to return very soon.

Just finishing up a week at Marivel Emotions! It has been an incredible experience from the moment we stepped onto resort. The staff are all extremely welcoming and hospitable, and complete their jobs with pride and and quality of service! Estefania at the lobby bar was extremely helpful to my husband by providing 0.0 sins alcohol cervesa at his request! THANK YOU!!!! Excellent gym facilities, and extremely relaxing YIN yoga on the beach with Kristen from NRG2GO! MARCO at the members bar and beach area was fantastic! Always there to help with a great heart and amazing service! The Mexican theme night was incredible! So much variety with the food and an exceptional atmosphere. The mariachi was amazing. Lots of variety with food, we really loved the Pizza restaurant, the buffet was plentiful! THANK YOU Marivel, you have provided us an excellent week away from everyday life!

Wonderful property with tons to do! So great for families! Thank you to Guillermo and Ulysses in the restaurants. They took care of us multiple times and gave the best service and experience!!! We were so excited to go back and see them again. They truly went above and beyond. Thank you for a wonderful week! :)

This is a fabulous family friendly resort. The resort is beautifully laid out with 3 pools (one lively, one quiet and one kid pool with water slides and a pirate ship). The grounds are immaculate and clean and the staff is very pleasant and helpful. The entertainment staff is wonderful, from their daytime activities for everyone to the nightly shows where they put on wonderful productions and showcase their dancing skills. There are daily fitness activities including classes put on by NRG2GO fitness instructors from all over the world which include daily yoga, Pilates, Zumba, spinning and Aqua Zumba. There is also a gym on site which is well stoked with cardio and weights. The food is very good at this resort. We ate at the Mexican, the Italian and the Mediterranean daily and found the selection to be of very good quality and healthy. The servers in all the restaurants were exceptional and accommodating.