Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta Category 4 stars

My husband and I who are seniors stayed at this all inclusive hotel 5 years ago and enjoyed every minute of it. We were not happy with the room we had when we arrived--but all you need to do is ask to change it--We arrived late at night so we were able to change our room the next morning after those who were leaving checked out. The staff were obliging and the service was absolutely wonderful--and I would recommend it to anyone--even families with children because they sure know how to entertain those tiny tots as well. Thank you Canto Del Sol.

Went to p.v. for the first time in January and wasn't sure what to expect. The hotel was very clean, the staff were very friendly and helpful.

The food was very good with plenty of choice's. Although the beach was a litttle rocky,we still enjoyed playing in the ocean. The pool was clean and just the right temperature. We recommend this hotel and plan on returning next year.

A few years ago my boyfriend brought me to Mexico for my first time. We stayed here because it seemed such a good value for an all-inclusive.

Room: Ours was garden level (the cheapest) with a partial view of the ocean/open-air buffet. Still a nice view with a walk-out glass door. Beds were fine, housekeeping service acceptable, and the maid left bottled water every day.

Activities: There's lots going on by the pool, and a swim-to bar. We swam at the beach (steps from the hotel) and did para-sailing. Not a private beach, so there were a lot of vendors wandering around, but not really annoying or pushy. The time-share sellers in town had that covered. Don't bother with them.

Food/Drink: The buffet was good, with a different theme for every day of the week. I liked that they served mahi-mahi (dolphinfish, local) almost every day. Selection was all right, not super exciting. Tacos at the snack bar were great. The lobby bar didn't have much of a selection and was terrible for atmosphere. The pool bar was a lot better, brighter place to hang out and meet new friends. The bartenders spoke enough english to satisfy us, and the drinks were free with all-inclusive.

All in all, I wish we had taken advantage of the different activities, tours, etc., but that's not the fault of the hotel, who supplied brochures, tour guides, and the like. For a sunny, friendly place to hang out by the pool, soak in some sun, and drink, this is a great place.