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Lisa M
Canada

perfect beach location in Bucerias

Reviewed Apr 2, 2022
If you want an all-inclusive on a fantastic long beach away from the crowdedPuerto Vallarta and Neuva Vallarta then consider this hotel in Bucerias. The resort itself is a lower priced all-inclusive. We stayed in the beachfront block 1 on the 2nd floor (room 1207) and WOW, our balcony had a gorgeous 180 degree beach view right in front of us. The room itself is tired, and the bathroom tiles are a 1990s sight to behold, but the price is reasonable and that incredible view at another hotel would cost you double. Food was what one would expect. We ate a la carte 3X, and the Brazilian Steak restaurant we felt was the best (we also did the THAI and the Mediterranean a la carte). The 6am system to get onto the app to reserve a table at one of 3 time choices is a bit ridiculous when you are on vacation.

The drinks were flowing all day, and honestly thank goodness they water them down or way too many people would be hammered by 1pm!!! The town of Bucerias offers cobblestone streets to wander, some great cheap eats as well as nicer places. We ate at Karen's Place right on the beach on our last night and what a treat.

The beach is fantastic here. They do a great job cleaning it each morning. The gardens are well cared for. It is an older complex and there is great care to keep it up in terms of painting and care. Lots of beach chairs and palm umbrella stands. There are 5 pool areas. We hung around the adult quiet pool in the later afternoon, and the beach during the day. There are old bikes you can borrow, or walk 50m to rent a much better one for $15 for 2 hours at Bici Bucerias and bike along the bike path to Nueva Vallarta or around Bucerias. We walked every morning for 1-2 hours along the beach. GLORIOUS! Even saw whales breaching way off in the distance in the late afternoon.

It was a GREAT beach holiday from Canada after 2 years of Covid.
Date of stay: April 2022
Room Tip: Block 1 is the oceanfront room. Each room has a balcony on floor 2 and 3. The balcony does join...
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this review
Responded Apr 3, 2022
Dear Miss. Lisa

Dear Miss. Veronica,

Thank you for sharing your experience in our hotel, we apresiate your comments. this is something am sure will help a lot of people who is looking for information about our hotel.

Here in the hotel we always remember you and each time you come it is an honor to atend you. We can see that you have a lot of friends at the RDC, we will be waitting for your next visit.

Thank you for your visit..

Karina Pastran
Guest Service Manager
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Reviewed March 27, 2022

My husband and I just returned home from the RDC. It was our 18th trip there and it is still an awesome place to visit. This was our first time back at the RDC since February 2020 and the start of Covid 19. Even though the resort was not at full capacity as it usually is, it did not take away from us enjoying another awesome and fantastic vacation there.

The management and staff at the RDC have done an outstanding job with the Covid protocols that have been put in place throughout the resort. Hand sanitizers are everywhere to be found throughout the entire resort. The rooms are cleaned extensively and are spotless. In the buffets and specialty restaurants you will find your silverware in a separate bag and all of the tables are cleaned and sanitized properly between seating’s ensuring a safe and clean environment in which to enjoy your meals.

The staff as always are truly amazing, helpful, friendly and bend over backwards to accommodate you. You will not find a nicer group of people and that is the main reason that we have returned to this resort time and time again. There are several staff members that have become like part of our family over the years.

This is not a five star resort but it does not present itself as such either. It is impeccably clean and the grounds and pools are very well maintained. As for the food at the buffets, no one will go hungry there. There is a lot of selection and wide variety to choose from. Don’t forget.....you are in Mexico so even if some of the items may not be to your liking...........like I said, you won’t go hungry.

There are some truly outstanding staff members who are such exceptional people that I would like to convey our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to: First to Yadira Ricardo at the front lobby..............Muchas gracias for everything that you do and have done for us. You are an amazing lady Yadira and we love you so much!!! We are so grateful for everything that you do to make our stay at the RDC so special. Thanks also to Karina Pastran, Guest Services Manager.............thank you so much Karina for all of your help and kindness. You are doing an amazing job as the new Guest Services Manager. To Marissa our outstanding and very talented housekeeper...........you are the best Marissa. Muchas gracias for all of the wonderful towel art. You are such a sweetheart! To our bartenders Leo, Alberto, Andres, Javier, Maby, Alexandra, Pedro, Victor, Ruth, Gabriel, Angel, Carlos and the other wonderful bartenders that served us during our stay..............Muchas gracias amigos!!! It was so great to see your smiling faces again. To our waiters and waitress especially Yenni, Marisol (three of them) and Vidal, muchas gracias for your excellent service and kindness!!!

Once again, we would like to thank all of the amazing staff at the RDC for making our vacation so special. It has been a pleasure to see you all again and an honour and privilege to be back in your country! We look forward to seeing you all again in January 2023. Muchas Gracias amigos! Peter and Veronica

Date of stay: March 2022
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this reviewResponded April 2, 2022

Dear Miss. Veronica,

Thank you for sharing your experience in our hotel, we apresiate your comments. this is something am sure will help a lot of people who is looking for information about our hotel.
Here in the hotel we always remember you and each time you come it is an honor to atend you. We can see that you have a lot of friends at the RDC, we will be waitting for your next visit.

Thank you for your visit..

Karina Pastran
Guest Service Manager

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Reviewed March 25, 2022 via mobile

Outdated rooms. Bed was terrible. Bathroom worse. Not enough clothes storage. You had to set your alarm at 6 am to make sure you got dinner reservations. The plastic lounge chairs by ALL the pools have to be without a doubt the most uncomfortable i have ever used. Most everyone i saw had to spend 12 bucks to buy an inflatable raft just to use them. The good? Very nice massages just down the road for 400 pesos ( about 20 bucks) and a nice drop off laundry that has same day service.

Date of stay: March 2022
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this reviewResponded April 2, 2022

Dear Guest,

Thanks for your visit at the hotel Royal Decameron Complex.

We want to Thank you for the time and interest that you have put into correcting the situation that you experienced. We thank you for your understanding. We have taken note and proper actions are being taken to correct the matter, have no doubt that we are working to make your next visit as pleasant as possible.

Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.

Kind Regards,

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Reviewed March 23, 2022

Naming names: from flamingos restaurant; Hector, Maria, Marten, and Alonzo were incredible! helpful, friendly, and accommodating! top notch service! ( the rest of the staff was also fantastic!). Bartenders; Javier, Rojelio, Pedro, and the man Leopold! these are phenomenal bartenders! Fun, funny, helpful and courteous, everything you could want and more! these gents are now friends!
The resort itself is beautiful! with iguanas and birds to view as well as cactus gardens and many trees and flowering shrubs. steps from town amenities and the beach! The variety of food was great as was the quality. will be going back!

Date of stay: February 2022
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this reviewResponded April 2, 2022

Dear Guest,

Thank you for sharing your experience in our hotel, we apresiate your comments. this is something am sure will help a lot of people who is looking for information about our hotel. We are glad to see that you had and excellent vacations.
Thank you for your visit.

Karina Pastran
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Reviewed March 23, 2022 via mobile

We spent 2 weeks here. Older resort but very well kept up and clean. Very spacious does not feel crowded at all. Large variety of food but buffet was not hot. Very good tasting food. Staff are amazing Very friendly. Only complaint is no coffee before 7 so bring your own pot of u are an early riser. Highly recommend this resort. Will definitely come back

Date of stay: March 2022
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this reviewResponded April 2, 2022

Dear Guest,

Thank you for sharing your experience in our hotel, we apresiate your comments. this is something am sure will help a lot of people who is looking for information about our hotel.
Thank you for your visit.

Cordially,

Karina Pastran
Guest Service Manager

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Reviewed March 21, 2022

Our room was kept clean and serviced regularly. Lacked fans, clothing hooks and make-up mirrors in the bathroom and not enough storage (dresser) for clothing in the room and no clock. Although the food was quite good, not enough selection and the a la carte restaurants were not open often enough. Staff were very friendly and helpful for the most part. Front desk staff poorly trained and not very friendly or helpful when asked about services available. Advertised amenities were not available, such as spa and gym. Hours of food availablity needs to be extended.

Room tip: I liked our room with a view of the pool from our balcony. Enjoyed seeing turtles and iguanas on the grounds.
Date of stay: March 2022
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Karina Pastran, Atención al huésped/Recepción at Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias, A Trademark All- Inclusive, responded to this reviewResponded April 2, 2022

Dear Guest,

Thanks for your visit to the hotel Royal Decameron Complex.

We want to Thank you for the time and interest that you have put into correcting the situation that you experienced. We thank you for your understanding. We have taken note and proper actions are being taken to correct the matter, have no doubt that we are working to make your next visit as pleasant as possible.

Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.

Kind Regards,

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