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Friendly Vallarta Resort – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
Km 2.5 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio, Puerto Vallarta 48300, Mexico (Formerly Friendly Hola Vallarta Resort and Spa)
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Friendly Vallarta Resort
Ranked #25 of 113 hotels in Puerto Vallarta
4.0 of 5 stars 814 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(56)
  • Gourmet restaurant(29)
  • Lobby bar(29)
  • Great time(28)
  • Infinity pool(17)
  • Hot tub(17)
  • Star hotel(15)
  • First day(14)
  • Rooms are clean(14)
  • Only complaint(14)
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Prince George, Canada
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Best Kept secret of Peurto Vallarta”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This Resort was fantastic. We were never harassed by time share people as they were not there, not that we could see anyways. The food was OK. The resort was clean clean clean and we cannot say enough about the staff. They were all fantastic and friendly. The beds were a little hard for my own personal liking but my daughter found them just right.

Room Tip: Ask for a room on the 5th floor or higher in the main tower.
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  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Edmonton, Canada
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“GREAT! Just wonderful.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

Yes they will see us manytimes over and over as the staff was just wonderful and all the best to you Charlie. My son and I stayed for a week and everything was so relaxing and nice to get away. I hope everyone looks hard at this as it is one of the best for family and friends.Food out of this world and as a very picky eater I ate very well. Cheers to you all at the FRIENDLY

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Chilliwack, Canada
1 review
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Great time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
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Hi after reading some of the earlier reviews I was worried about going here, but no worries it was great. I have travelled to over 20 all inclusives and I thought this was great for the money. The staff were terrific, the food was good. I have to admit I have had better a la carte restaurants elsewhere but all in all it was terrific. The pools are warm the beach is terrific. I think people always need to remember that is is not Las Vegas, its Mexico and some things are expected.

A couple of hints before you go. Email them even twice if you have to to let them know you want a room in the main tower over the 5th floor. Also if you tell them you that you really need a fridge, you will have one. I did both of these before I went and had a great room and a fridge.

Take the bus to downtown as they are always there and only about .65. The lobby is noisy at night but being in the tower makes a huge difference.

I would also recommend to take some American $1 bills to tip as they staff make very little and work very hard to get tipped. Each day they make appys around the pool so try them out.

Well I won't go on, but trust me this was a great and I mean great place to stay! Also I was on my own and made tons of friends while I was there.

Room Tip: Email and ask for the main tower above room 5
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Saskatoon, Canada
2 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Awesome for the price!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

Had another great P.V. vacation. Tried the Crown Paradise last year but way too many small children so thought we would try the Friendly Vallarta. An awesome choice. I've been going to P.V. with my daughters 23, 19 and a friend of there's who's 20 and added my 12 year old to the trip this year. The Friendly had something for all of us, lots of entertainment in the lobby bar, where everyone young and old could party, great food in the a la carte restaurants as well as the gourmet restaurant, wonderful beach, close proximity to pretty much everything, an always-smiling staff, good size gym, great sauna and large heated pool with a separate pool just for the adults. There were maybe 10 to 15 children in total of all ages so my 12 year old met a few kids and had a blast. Awesome beach party as well with excellent food. We'll definitely be back next year!

Stayed February 2012
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Altona, Manitoba
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Friendly! Great Service!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
4
people found this review helpful

This was my third stay...and it just keep getting better every year. Noticed that many of the customers were repeat visitors as well (from last year) - tells you something about the place. Staff was awesome- so attentive and friendly! Rooms are clean and spacious. Massages at the Spa are very good. Food was good and the beach is lovely. Bought this package on Red Tag and flew with Air Transit. Was pleasantly surprised with the price, service and overall quality of the holiday. Will be back next year!

Room Tip: The rooms on the side building are quiet.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Hola Puerto Vallarta
  • Hola Puerto Vallarta Club & Spa
  • Hola Puerto Vallarta Club Spa
  • Hola Vallarta
  • Hola Puerta Vallarta
  • Hola Hotel Puerto Vallarta
  • Hola Puerto Vallarta Resort
  • Hola Club Puerto Vallarta
  • Hola Puerto Vallarta Club
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Address: Km 2.5 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio, Puerto Vallarta 48300, Mexico (Formerly Friendly Hola Vallarta Resort and Spa)
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