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Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

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5.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Tranquil elegance by Banderas Bay

Surrounded by lush green vegetation, this tranquil resort offers breathtaking views of Banderas Bay and Los Arcos Rocks. Enjoy gourmet dining, an infinity pool, and water activities, all while being pampered by attentive staff.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$782
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May

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Interior

Junior Panoramic Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe, 1 cama King size, frente al oceano

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Interior

Three Bedroom Oceanfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 402 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Three Bedroom Panoramic Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Penthouse Oceanfront | Living area

Penthouse Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 123 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Grand Penthouse

The Grand Penthouse

  • Ocean view
  • 465 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Ocean Front Two Queens | View from room

Deluxe Ocean Front Two Queens

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

One Bedroom Suite Oceanview

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 144 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom Suite Panoramic

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located on the beach, Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa is in South Zone, a neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta. Cruise Ship Terminal and Nayar Vidanta Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Banderas and Garza Blanca Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Los Arcos and VidantaWorld. Discover the area's water adventures with parasailing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking. Visit our Puerto Vallarta travel guide
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Puerto Vallarta

What's nearby

  • Garza Blanca Beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico
    Garza Blanca Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Palmares, Puerto Vallarta México
    Playa Palmares
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aerial view of Las Gemelas beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico
    Playa Gemelas
    3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Playa Esmerelda
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Punta Negra Beach
    2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dao
    11 min walk
  • Amixtli
    4 min drive
  • La Fuente
    5 min drive
  • BocaDos stk
    9 min walk
  • The Rooftop at Hotel Mousai
    12 min walk

About this property

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Boutique family-friendly hostal near Bay of Banderas
Near Garza Blanca Beach and Playa Gemelas, Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa provides 2 poolside bars, a beach bar and a corner/local shop. This hostal is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and beach yoga. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a facial and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include racquetball/squash, hiking/biking and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 3 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the pool and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, DVD players and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

À la carte meals and snacks included

Room service during certain hours

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Snorkelling

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Children's club

Lessons/classes/games

Cooking

Yoga

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

On-site live performances

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to noon for a fee: USD 35 per person
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua Azul
  • Blanca Blue Restaurant
  • Bocados STK Bites Meats
  • Hiroshi $
  • The Rooftop $

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 11 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 35 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa on 23 May 2026 start from AU$782, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hostal are all-inclusive.

Where is Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Zone hostal is just steps away from Bay of Banderas and Garza Blanca Beach. Playa Palmares and Playa Esmerelda are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 719 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time! The resort is amazing - the staff members are absolutely wonderful, the rooms are large and beds/pillows comfortable, fun activities, lots of varieties of foosd!
A view of the beach
On the river hike
Presentation is everything!
A carousel!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views good restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach, pool, dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Garza Blanca many times and we always enjoy our stay. It’s a beautiful property and the restaurants are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ruvicela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very nice, clean and well maintained.The Staff is very friendly, food is delicious.They have differents stunning restaurants.If you want to visit a beach outside the hotel you can board the bus crossing the street next to the hotel, it runs through several beaches and arrives at the Zona Romantica and Muertos Pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The good was exceptional. The staff was very polite and helpful at all times. The property provided lots of amenities that almost made you not want to leave the complex.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort and good food
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort! Service was top-notch. My husband and I couldn't have asked for anything more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing, staff is wonderful and service is outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mohsen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very beautiful place, the best hotel in town, grate staff, very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing time there and the staff was top tier
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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You will not regret your stay here. The grounds, rooms, service and food are stellar.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great resort, very friendly stuff , I’m definitely will be back
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

MARIA DEL PILAR LILIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best food service and people
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single staff member at the hotel was kind and well-trained. The room was spacious, the view was beautiful, and the food was delicious. It’s a place I would love to come back to again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pleasant stay! Friendly staff, very clean room/property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice secluded hotel with great restaurants. We loved the views and the nice beach. Pools and service were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GB is a great place to vacation. Food & drinks are great. Pool & bar service are exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

TANIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice. Staff was extremely helpful and kind. We do wish the activities were a little more accommodating for kids, but overall, it was a great time and a fun property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family vacation for myself and myvtwo children, and the experience was wonderful once again! We had a great time hiking with Rodrigo & Mike, and Juan & Xavier provided exceptional service. The resort is breathtaking to walk around and enjoy, the food and drink are top tier. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Food was fantastic and drinks were made well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Easton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family really enjoyed our trip to PV Garza Blanca. The staff was very friendly and the food was good. The rooms may need a little bit of upgrading, but the rest of the property was clean and nice. We will definitely be back to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing property. Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024