Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico
Hotel · Bahía de Banderas ·
Adults-only luxury tented resort with private plunge pools.
Adults-only luxury tented resort with private plunge pools.
"It isn’t the prime beachfront location that sets the adults-only Naviva apart from the dozen of other high-end stays that pepper Mexico’s Pacific-fronting Punta Mita peninsula (45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta), although it certainly has one of the area’s loveliest arcs of golden sand. Nor is it the property’s beautifully designed tented bungalows (each is over 1,200 square feet and has an ocean-facing deck). Rather, it’s the less concrete but equally important vibe of the place: deeply, marvelously relaxing. This is in part due to the all-inclusive nature of Naviva, which means you’re not thinking about the cost of that second paloma or how much to tip the bellhop; it’s remarkable how much deeper you can sink into vacation mode when you get rid of these micro-transactions. The resort’s petite size, just 15 tented bungalows surrounded by 48 forested acres, equals lots of privacy. The absence of typical hotel conceits also adds to the pulse-lowering atmosphere. There’s no formal spa, but two private freestanding treatment pods with outdoor soaking tubs, and the restaurant has no fixed hours or set menu: The chef recommends a few dishes, but if you want something else and they have the ingredients, they’ll make it happen. This is next-level luxury indeed. From $4,500." - CNT Editors
"It isn’t the prime beachfront location that sets the adults-only Naviva apart from the dozen of other high-end stays that pepper Mexico’s Pacific-fronting Punta Mita peninsula (45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta), although Naviva certainly has one of the area’s loveliest arcs of golden sand. Nor is it the property’s beautifully designed tented bungalows (each is over 1,200 square feet and has an ocean-facing deck). Rather it’s the less concrete but equally important vibe of the place: deeply, marvelously relaxing. This is in part due to the all-inclusive nature of Naviva, which means you’re not thinking about the cost of that second paloma or how much to tip the bellhop; it’s remarkable how much deeper you can sink into vacation mode when you get rid of these micro-transactions. The resort’s petite size, just 15 tented bungalows surrounded by 48 forested acres, equals lots of privacy. The absence of typical hotel conceits also adds to the pulse-lowering atmosphere. There’s no formal spa but two private freestanding treatment pods with outdoor soaking tubs, and the restaurant has no fixed hours or set menu: The chef recommends a few dishes, but if you want something else and they have the ingredients, they’ll make it happen. This is next-level luxury indeed. From $4,500. —Rebecca Misner" - CNT Editors
"This intimate, all-inclusive Four Seasons outpost reimagines the brand for experiential travel—formalities like a front desk are gone and guides arrange everything from dinner to surf lessons—while just 15 tented suites terraced into cliffs offer private plunge pools and outdoor showers. Nature-forward programming and Mesoamerican-inspired spa treatments like the five-hour Refuge Retreat, including copal cleansing and Mayan mud massage, make staying here feel like a jungle oasis you won’t want to leave." - CNT Editors
"Tucked away in Punta Mita, this intimate retreat of just 15 canvas-covered bungalows immerses you in lush nature with large terraces, indoor-outdoor living, hammocks, and plunge pools (some with firepits). Its luxe all-inclusive approach covers all food and drinks—including room service and premium wines and spirits—plus a 90-minute spa journey in standalone pavilions with a barrel hot tub and a shaded cabana. Complimentary daily experiences run from a gratitude temazcal and shore fishing for snapper to ceviche-making with the chefs, while wedding sites span a secluded beach, two ocean-view terraces, or even the tiered pool if you’re feeling creative." - Christina Liao
"A Four Seasons–branded, clamping-style resort that pairs barefoot elegance with luxury tented accommodations set in the jungle; features include private plunge pools and floor-to-ceiling views designed for nature-focused, minimalist travelers. This glamping concept emphasizes peace and quiet over creature comforts for adventurous guests; gratuities and Wi‑Fi are included, no restaurant reservations are required, it’s about 1 hour from the airport, and starting rates are around $2,000/night." - Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger left New York City for a life on the road. She has spent the majority of her career traveling and living in Mexico, and is passionate about seeing destinations in a slow-paced, immersive manner. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
