Stay & Play

Sheraton Buganvilias Resort, Puerto Vallarta, México

Article and Photography by Steve Gillick

During our stay at the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort and Convention Center, we commented on the beautiful Palm Trees and the variety of colorful birds by the pool. Jesus Langarica, the hotel’s Sales Executive, enthusiastically explained that this ‘Botanical Garden’ was one of the attractions that made this property, in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Hotelera Las Glorias, so desirable.

The 473 room resort features beautiful views of Banderas Bay, the Western Sierra Madre Mountains and, closer to home, a sandy, 300-meter, ‘Blue Flag’ beach. The two pools and pool bars add to the comfortable, resort feel. In addition guests can gaze at Deluxe, Ocean Terrace, Sunterrace, or Garden Views from their spacious, pleasant-to-return-to, four-star hotel rooms.

And the location of the Sheraton gets better. It’s a short walk to Puerto Vallarta’s Malecon, the boardwalk that hugs Banderas Bay, treating visitors to interactions with the renowned sculptures and statues, the colorful Puerto Vallarta City Sign, restaurants, bars, art galleries and shopping, along with the pure pleasure of strolling and people watching.

Plus the Sheraton is only a short walk to the trendy Versalles neighbourhood, where line-ups can often be seen outside the restaurants and bars. This is great news for those on one of the Sheraton meal plans: European, Bed and Breakfast, and even All-Inclusive (you can head out, between meals, to expand your taste horizons). The All-inclusive plan includes the Sheraton’s Gaviota Restaurant, an AAA Four-Diamond Fine-Dining establishment, so you won’t want to venture too far. Still, there are lots of great restaurants in Puerto Vallarta, as well as supermarkets and convenience stores within a short walk from the hotel.

And with ‘comfort’ as the watchword, there is Maiavé Spa named after the legend of Mayahuel, a Mexican goddess who transformed into an agave plant, in order to provide food, drink and shade to the people. One of the unique treatments is the 10-step massage that includes a swiss shower, plunge pool, pool of sensations, and hydro-reflexology pool. There are both indoor and outdoor versions of Maiavé for those looking to be pampered or attend a ‘sparty’ (spa party). You can leave the kids at the Sheratoons Club while you indulge your senses, explore the six restaurants, grab a Starbucks in the lobby, or pamper your tastes at Embarcadero, the gastro bar that features 80 Tequilas and celebrates the art of Mixology. You can even take Fido for a walk at this pooch-friendly resort.

I’ve stayed at the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort on two occasions and found the quality of the services and the welcoming attitude of the friendly and helpful staff to be consistent. It’s a comfortable, relaxing, place to unwind and enjoy Puerto Vallarta.

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