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bman24
Seattle, Washington

Great Location, Great People, Pool and Beach

Reviewed Apr 12, 2023
Had a great vacation at Sunscape, staff were helpful, loved the size of the pool, the great beach, short distance to the airport and the location was a short taxi ride to the Malecon.

Thank you to Beatriz in the buffet for the great hugs and awesome service! Paulina for the smiles and encouragement with our limited spanish words and Elmer for his great enthusiasm! For breakfast we all loved the egg/omelet station, bacon, mimosas and fresh jugo verde. Plenty of options in the buffet and you can always find some that will please most everyone. Pasta at lunch/dinner for some reason was not hot, even though it would be placed in steam pans.

Fernando in the lobby bar kept things fun each evening!

Do take advantage of the specialty restaurants while you're there, each were first come, first served so plan ahead if needed. We enjoyed the fresh guacamole at Tiki Taco!

Yes, there are maintenance items needing to be addressed but most were superficial and did not detract from our enjoyment. Some fixes, like pool tiles, may need to be timed for slower times of the year.

We did not get any refill of the 4 tiny (half size) beer bottles in our mini fridge even though we stayed for 6 nights. We did get a couple bottles of water restocked, but fortunately we could get additional bottles from the coffee cafe. The coffee cafe may become your best friend for all day pastries, coffee, water and savory bites, especially when other options are closed.

Tile around the pool can sometimes be a bit slippery. Beach and ocean were wonderful, but do expect a steady stream of vendors coming up to you.

Activity team was friendly, had great energy and always made you feel welcome to participate without any pressure.

Wi-Fi worked well in most all areas of the property until we got close to the steps to the beach, so that was better than some other properties we have stayed at.

Evening entertainment in the indoor ballroom was not as enjoyable due to the semi-confined space but did enjoy the couple nights that were outdoors. Other resorts we have stayed at had all the entertainment outdoors, perhaps there is an option to remodel the area above the lobby where the workout area is? Would be nice to not be restricted to the ballroom area.

Staff was always working hard at keeping things clean.

If you're looking for an affordable place with good people taking care of you then this is a great choice.
Date of stay: April 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this review
Responded Apr 19, 2023
Dear bman24,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. We are thrilled to read that you had a great vacation with us and that you found our staff to be helpful and friendly. Thank you for highlighting the size of our pool, the great beach, and our convenient location.

We are delighted that you found Beatriz, Paulina, and Elmer to be awesome and provided great service during your stay. We will make sure to pass on your kind words to them. We appreciate your feedback regarding the the temperature of the pasta, as it helps us to improve the quality of our food and service.

Thank you for choosing Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa for your vacation, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon.

Best regards,

Trinidad Ruiz
E-concierge & Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
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Reviewed April 12, 2023 via mobile

The entertainment team is a hands down 5 points, although my 10 year old son only played volleyball the whole time we were there. He wasn't interested in crafts or films. He is deaf so trying to understand new sports in a foreign environment/language is challenging in itself.

The room was very dated, smelt damp, too. We paid extra for the lounge area/soft bed so that my 13 year old daughter & 10 year old son had separate beds. Unfortunately, upon arrival, bedding wasn't provided for the sofa bed & only 3 towels provided instead of 4. Not what you want after an 11+ hour flight from the UK.

The minibar bar wasn't stocked up half way through the week as per advertised and as per the contract with Tui and when bringing this to Tui's attention there was somewhat resistance and the mini bar was never replenished. Oh, sorry, they filled it with 4 bottles of water.

Do bear in mind Tui do not have a resident representative and rely on the 'chat/messanger' on the app to resolve issues that arise. So issues are lengthy to resolve. If ever resolved.

The food is relatively good. Each night is supposed to be themed, but I would say that wasn't the case.

My son enjoyed collecting the loose tiles from the bottom of the pool & was made up when he had acquired enough tiles to give to every member of our family as a return present.

Towards the end of our stay, the queue for breakfast and the bar was huge. Nor was there any sun loungers. Not sure why, when there were plenty of sunbeds supporting towels, bags & kids water toys. Just didn't sport the presence of human beings. Despite numerous suggestions, towels & peoples belongings would be removed after 30 mins if beds where left unattended. Shame this wasn't managed within the overall company expectations.

Overall the food was OK, the rooms are very dated, the pool needs serious attention and upgrading. The entertainment staff are a real credit, and go above & beyond to make people feel valued. The desk staff/Tui don't honour what they've contractually agreed, then blame the hotel for the lack of service despite the contract being between Tui & the holiday maker

Personally, we had a good holiday but do be very cautious ⚠️. I haven't been on holiday with Tui for over 7 years because of a similar experience previously. Smaller competitors are better at the detail, giving an overall better holiday experience & better support when things do go wrong.

Room tip: See my overall comments. Avoid any room that isn't the 'club' room. The hotel is quick to remove any responsibility for any extras. The pool area is very tired.
Date of stay: April 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank Andrea P
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded April 19, 2023

Dear Andrea P,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to know that our entertainment team made your son's stay enjoyable, despite the language barrier.

We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced with the room, loungers, and minibar, as well as the inconvenience caused by the long wait times at breakfast and the bar. We take all feedback seriously and we will use your comments to make improvements to our facilities and services.

We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with a better experience.

Sincerely,

Trinidad Ruiz
E-concierge & Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa


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Reviewed April 7, 2023

We stayed there for 5 days the beginning of April. It is very close to the airport so we arrived within 15 minutes. Check in was quick and no wrist band was required. Our room wasn't ready so we went to the pool. The room is fine but our bed was very lop-sided. The food was ok in the buffet. The best food we had was at the Tiki Taco restaurant. Wait staff was fine as well....They did not restock our fridge daily. The hidden gem is the Coffee shop were you can get bottled water, coffee and breads/pastries throughout the day. Check out was at 12 but our flight didn't leave until later. Immediately at noon they shut down our ability to get anything else at the restaurants, etc. We enjoyed our stay there.

Date of stay: April 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded April 18, 2023

Dear lucyrY2418HN,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are pleased to read that you found our location convenient and that you had a quick and efficient check-in experience. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by your room not being ready upon arrival, but we are glad to know that you enjoyed spending time at the pool while you waited.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the condition of the bed in your room, and we will certainly look into this to ensure that all of our guests have a comfortable and restful stay. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the food at our Tiki Taco restaurant, and that you found our wait staff to be attentive and helpful. Thank you for mentioning our Coco Cafe, which we are happy to learn was a hidden gem for you.

Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

Best regards,

Trinidad Ruiz
E-concierge & Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Sp

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Reviewed April 5, 2023

-Old & run down.
-Food Okay
-Not too crowded
-Staff-AMAZING!
JOSE LUIS at the beach & pool went above & beyond! Endless drinks & attentive to all our requests. Celebrated 3 birthday's & he made every birthday person feel so special! I know JOSE couldn't have done it without the help of Enrike the bartender, Alex, Guadalupe, Cristian & Salvador! Thank you again for making our trip so much fun!

Room tip: 10 minutes from airport & town. Get to the beach or pool early to reserve your chair. Don't lose towel card or pay $20. Check in was slow.
Date of stay: April 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Thank Excursion270358
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded April 14, 2023

Dear Excursion270358,

Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. We are glad to read that you enjoyed the beautiful view and that our staff, particularly Jose Luis, Enrique, Alex, Guadalupe, Crsitian and Salvador went above and beyond to make your trip enjoyable. We will make sure to share your kind words with them.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the state of the hotel, and we assure you that we are continuously working to improve and renovate our facilities.

Thank you again for choosing our hotel, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

Sincerely,

Trinidad Ruiz
E-concierge & Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

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Reviewed April 5, 2023

My husband and I just got home from a 10 day trip. Like others we did not know what to expect due to the range of reviews. At first we were weary, we did not like our initial room and therfore upgraded ro the tower with an ocean view, it was beautiful. We have stayed at several types of all-inclusive including Dreams, which I would say is one up from Sunscape. However we still had an amazing experience and this resort is very cozy and family orientated. I enjoyed the variety at the buffet, we had lunch a couple of times at the a la carte but I would say those were my least favorite experiences due to lack of service. I found the Tiki Taco too dark and run down so we did not return there. The Italian was good from what I remember of it (sorry Alberto). They are very strict on the dress code at the Italian dinner. Armando, Ivan and the rest of the entertainment team are top notch, they are very interactive with the guests and I think they elevated the whole experience. We thank Javier and Jose from the beach for making us feel so welcome and taken care of. Ricardo at the Sunclub bar was excellent and made the best drinks. Saul from the buffet and beach dinners was so attentive and accommodating. Gus from the lobby and pool bar was out-going and fun to be around. I can't complain about much, but if you are expecting the esthetic of a Dreams or Secrets this is not the place for you. If you want a down to earth environment and a fun place for kids and groups this is the place for you. I believe the rooms in the tower are nicer and have unbelievable views. Other amenities such as the gym and hot tub were lacking. All around a relaxing and fun trip. Thank you for everything Sunscape.

Date of stay: March 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Andrea E
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded April 12, 2023

Dear V3297EWandreae,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. We are happy to read that you and your husband enjoyed your 10-day stay with us. We regret to know that your initial room was not to your liking, but we are glad that you found the upgrade to the tower with an ocean view to be beautiful.

We are delighted that you enjoyed the variety at the buffet and the entertainment provided by our top-notch team, particularly Armando, Ivan, and the rest of the team. We appreciate your kind words about Javier, Jose, Ricardo, Saul, and Gus who all made your stay more enjoyable. We apologize for any shortcomings you experienced at the a la carte restaurants and the Tiki Taco, and we will do our best to improve the service and ambiance.

Thank you for choosing Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa for your vacation, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another fun experience.

Sincerely,

Trinidad Ruiz
E-concierge & Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

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Reviewed April 4, 2023

DO NOT STAY HERE!! This hotel is a nightmare. Highlights include: I FELL THROUGH THE ROOF by the gym (seriously an unsafe place - and no, I was not drinking and no, I am not overweight); after telling staff, they still took more than 2 hours to rope off the area; check-in took more than 2 hours; they've run out of towels everyday, bad wi-fi, AND...there is construction going on all over this hotel. There is no peace. I wish I could say it wasn't too bad, but this is the worst vacation experience I've had.

Room tip: Falling through the roof was the scariest experience I've ever had at a hotel. I am now afraid of going on the balcony.
Date of stay: April 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Trinidad Ruiz, Otro at Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded April 20, 2023

Dear 145lucya,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We regret that your stay did not meet your expectations and we appreciate your comments as they help us improve. Regarding the incident you mentioned, I would like to clarify that the issue was actually with a small section of the ceiling and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. I have followed up with our management team and I understand they have been in contact with you to address this incident.

Furthermore, we regret to know that you experienced a shortage of towels during your stay and that the Wi-Fi did not meet your expectations. Rest assured that we will work to improve these areas to provide a better experience for our guests.

Once again, thank you for your feedback and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.

Sincerely,
Trinidad Ruiz
E-Concierge and Social Media Coordinator
Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

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