Villa La Estancia - Riviera Nayarit

We stayed at Villa La Estancia from June 8th–12th, and this was our second visit because our first experience was so incredible. Once again, the resort exceeded all of our expectations! From the moment we arrived, the lobby staff made us feel right at home. Everyone was welcoming, happy to answer our questions, and the lobby itself is absolutely beautiful. It always smells amazing and creates such a relaxing first impression. Our time at the pool was made even better thanks to Jesus and Angel. They took exceptional care of us every day, making sure we always had fresh towels, adjusting our umbrellas until they were just right, and even helping keep us dry when a rain shower rolled through. Jesus would also bring around fresh fruit every couple of hours, which was such a thoughtful and refreshing touch. He even arranged for someone to come to the resort so our girls could have their hair braided, and they absolutely loved the experience. It was such a kind gesture and made the trip even more memorable for our family. To top it all off, he surprised us with chocolate-covered strawberries, which was an incredibly thoughtful treat that made us feel so special. Jesus truly is an outstanding pool host and went above and beyond to make our vacation unforgettable. The steakhouse was fantastic! I ordered the filet, and it was honestly one of the best steaks I've had, especially as part of the all-inclusive package. Jose Juan and Ivonne provided impeccable service and made us feel completely pampered, always checking in to make sure everything was perfect. We also loved that we could dine at the Flamingos restaurants. The short walk was well worth it! The sushi was delicious, and the atmosphere was fun and lively. The breakfast buffet was incredible, offering just about everything you could imagine, all fresh and flavorful. That said, our absolute favorite breakfasts were at La Estancia. Ricardo, Esmeralda, Ivone, Lore, Abril, and Jorge greeted us each morning with warm smiles, fresh juices, and delicious pastries that started every day off perfectly. The breakfast dishes were so good that I often had to order two items because I couldn't choose just one! We were celebrating my father-in-law's 80th birthday, and the entire staff helped make it a trip our family will never forget. We truly had an amazing time and can't say enough wonderful things about Villa La Estancia. The level of hospitality, attention to detail, and genuine care shown by the staff is what keeps bringing us back, and we already can't wait for our next visit. One last question for the team: Could you please share the name or brand of the fragrance used in the lobby? We were told it has mint and lavender notes, and we absolutely loved it. We'd love to bring that wonderful scent home with us! Thank you again to everyone at Villa La Estancia for another unforgettable stay. We love you, Estancia, and we'll definitely be back!

This was our second time at Villa La Estancia. We came in March 2025 as a couple and had to bring our kids and some extended family back. The entire place is beautiful but the staff is what makes this place priceless. Immaculate grounds with impeccable service. We will be back for sure! Lorena, Ivonne and Jorge at La Casona were the best wait staff!

Jesus was very helpful and kind every day we were there. Jair and Omar also helped Ricardo was an amazing server at the Grill. And the guy that sings Sinatra at 1204 was super fun!

Room can be upgraded. AC in bedroom did not work very well. Atmosphere was slow for us. Did enjoy the pool area. Did not like that everything was shutdown so early. Restaurant staff was amazing.

The hotel was clean and staff was superb. From the pool concierge, La Parilla staff (keeping us hydrated by the pool) and La Casona staff (Esmeralda and Eduardo) making our meals the best. Thank you for making our stay amazing.