Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$561
$464 nightly
$561 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22

Explore the area

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Puerto Vallarta
  • Place, Garza Blanca Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Palmares
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Esmerelda
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Suite junior, 1 cama King size, vista al oceano

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Upgrade Mousai Hotel Adults Only

  • 1066 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Three Bedroom Oceanfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 4327 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Three Bedroom Panoramic Suite

  • 4209 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 3700 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds

Honeymoon Suite

  • 1322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Grand Penthouse

  • 5000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

One Bedroom Suite Oceanview

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Suite Panoramic

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 3229 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Vallarta

With a stay at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa in Puerto Vallarta (South Zone), you'll be steps from Bay of Banderas and 7 minutes by foot from Garza Blanca Beach. .This beach resort is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Malecon and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Cruise Ship Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Garza Blanca Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Palmares - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playa Esmerelda - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Punta Negra Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Playa Gemelas - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blanca Blue Restaurant & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop at Hotel Mousai - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Fuente - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪BocaDos stk - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Canto Palmares - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa offers 165 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars (stocked with some free items). Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 8 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 165 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items) and Smart televisions. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Blanca Blue Restaurant, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the beach bar or one of 3 bars/lounges, or 2 poolside bars. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and noon.
Blanca Blue Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Bocados STK Bites Meats - This steakhouse serves dinner only. Open daily.
Aqua Azul - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this bar serves lunch only. Open daily.
Hiroshi $ - This sushi bar overlooks the ocean. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Rooftop $ - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite 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 (some restrictions)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Lessons/classes/games

Cooking
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 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 motorized watercraft
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 elevator

More

  • 11 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Freezer
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Blanca Garza
Garza Blanca
Garza Blanca Preserve
Garza Blanca Preserve Puerto Vallarta
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort Puerto Vallarta
Garza Blanca Resort
Garza Blanca Preserve Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Garza Blanca Preserve, Resort And Spa
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort Spa
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort And Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 721 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were exceptional. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Talat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
According to the pictures & info we got this deal but, our building was too far from the beach & the beach was too small with rocks & not for swimming. Very disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Mildred

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time staying at Garza Blanca. Overall I would rate it a 3 out of 5 . It definitely doesn’t have that many activities so if you have children I wouldn’t recommend staying here . The beach is a bit rocky which can be uncomfortable. If you are staying on the lower ground I definitely would recommend to stay on the second floor . We had a rat in our room on our last night and it definitely bummed us out . Food was great , service was okay (seemed slow compared to other resorts that we stayed in ).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great....but....

It was a nice place, the only issue was the time share folks were harassing us for hours on end called up 10 times in the morning and were relentless. They need to know it's on our time not their time we are on vacation not a service. They had the service backwards and were terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, San Diego

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great, but I don’t think I got any VIP benefits
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ramon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check-in and check-out process was hours of wait. Waste of time and very inconvenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Magali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dislike the long wait for check in..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views good restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mireya

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The resort has great pool and snorkeling area. The 2 things disappointing are: 1, the kids club. It is super small. Like super small. So there is not attractive to kids and the activity and management is pool. 2. There are only 2 restaurants taking kids and one is far so we basically stay for one restaurant for the whole trip which is so sick to eat the same food over and over again. There are 5 restaurants but three of them are adult only. Which is not family friendly at all. I really think these two parts need to change
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It just a big resort n you feel like they want to sell you something all the times
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, ease of transportation, amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syeeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharde

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA RITA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, excellent customer service! Definitely will return and recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and has everything you need within walking distance. All staff is super kind and helpful and all restaurants are delicious. The only downside was during checkout when they attempted to charge us for premium WiFi (around $250) and did charge us for the on demand movies when it states on their website it is included on the all inclusive plan.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annaly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and amazing property. Cleanliness was top notch. Súper great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luciana Oliveira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Bobby

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel staff did not do a good job with check-in experience. While we did arrive before check in time, we were still promised that I won’t be ready within an hour a lot of back-and-forth between front desk and valet, ultimately resulting in not checked in to room until hour after check-in time. No concierge service to greet us. No one explained the layout. No one explain the hotel room keys. No one explained where our room was located. because of this I would not be a repeat customer. Ultimately the staff reasoning was because they assumed we were part of a huge wedding party, which we explained to them at check-in we were not.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach, pool, dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025