The Grand Bliss Nuevo Vallarta

In tropical gardens on the shores of the Bahía de Banderas, this chic hotel (1 of 5) is part of the upmarket Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta resort, and lies 8 km from waterslides at Aquaventuras Park, and 15 km from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport.

Elegant rooms have flat-screens, pull-out sofas and terraces, as well as whirlpool tubs. The 1-and 2-bedroom suites offer plunge pools, and living/dining rooms with kitchenettes.

Resort amenities include a pair of 18-hole golf courses, a spa, and 38 bars and restaurants. There are also 27 pools, plus a private beach and a turtle sanctuary.