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A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
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A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.
A spa area with two hot tubs, seating, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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.)
    ‪27 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Junior Panoramic Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red sofa, a desk with a chair, and a view of the sea through a large window.

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

View all photos for Deluxe, 1 cama King size, frente al oceano

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

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

View all photos for Three Bedroom Oceanfront Suite

A balcony with a hot tub, dining table, chairs, and a view of the beach and ocean.

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

View all photos for Three Bedroom Panoramic Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea through a sliding door, and a ceiling fan.

Three Bedroom Panoramic Suite

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

View all photos for Penthouse Oceanfront

A modern dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

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

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Honeymoon Suite

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

View all photos for The Grand Penthouse

A spacious living area with a glass coffee table, modern furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

The Grand Penthouse

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

View all photos for Deluxe Ocean Front Two Queens

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Ocean Front Two Queens

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite Oceanview

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

View all photos for Two Bedroom Suite Panoramic

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

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

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Oceanfront King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, a view of the ocean, and a hammock.

Deluxe Oceanfront King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hostal's 4 restaurants.
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa offers 16 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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Banderas. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self parking
  • For dining with ocean views, stop by Blanca Blue Restaurant, one of the property's 4 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with body wraps, Swedish massages, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include a free kid's club, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a gym, and a steam room
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Bay of Banderas and Garza Blanca Beach
Some rates at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a snack bar/deli and a grocery/convenience store. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hostal also offers a complimentary children's club, outdoor tennis courts, and a hot tub. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Puerto Vallarta hostal.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7 AM to noon.
Blanca Blue Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
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 (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

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

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Kids club

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 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
  • 4 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
  • Art gallery
  • Beach yoga
  • Designer stores
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping centre
  • 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 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 and service animals are not allowed at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 35 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostal before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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. 715 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, and the staff is absolutely amazing. Our concierge Modesta was wonderful!! She took care of everything from dinner reservations to spa and everything inbetween! Truly an amazing vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ilmar

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elke

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

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Paredes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Resort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annaly

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and always attentive. Our room was clean, well kept, and did not disappoint. Would highly recommend and plan on returning again some day. Loved every part of this experience with Garza Blanca!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great resort!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, and beyond friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sarkis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grate property location grate staff can’t wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Filiberto Cedeno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍😁
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gevork

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARIA RITA

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptional resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

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