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Royal Decameron Complex

 


Based on 563 reviews

Overall Impression: #7 of 21 hotels in Riviera Nayarit.
Quality vs Price: #6 of 21 hotels.
Food / Restaurants: #9 of 21 hotels.
Beaches: #8 of 21 hotels.
Families: #3 of 21 hotels.
Couples: #14 of 21 hotels.

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 Royal Decameron Complex

We enjoyed ourselves once again. We will definitely go back again.

Robert Wishloff
Sherwood Park , AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-05-05 to 2012-05-12 (7 days)

 Lovely Vacation

Very good vacation - great for the price paid! Been to all inclusive resorts all over the Caribbean and PV and would go back to the RDC for sure!

Cln
Moberly Lake, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-05-05 to 2012-05-12 (7 days)

 Vacances réussies

très bon rapport qualité prix. Complexe de grandeur moyenne; nous avions demandé une chambre tranquille et nous avons été localisé au bloc 6 qui est le plus récent. J'ai apprécié qu'il y ait plusieurs buffets plutôt qu'une seule et unique salle à manger type cafétéria..site très très propre et bien entretenu. Personnel courtois et professionnel. Spectacles en soirée de grande qualité.

Nathalie Comtois
St Jerome, QC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-05-03 to 2012-05-10 (7 days)

 Vibrant beachfront hotel with great food!

The Royal Decameron was very welcoming and brightly coloured. I really enjoyed the little community of buildings. The rooms are nothing special, but are consistently cleaned and the maids always brought us fresh towels (no shampoo or conditioner though we did get soap). Small details considering we spent little time in our rooms. The pools are perfect temperature, with six good sized ones to choose from including a quiet, adults only pool which was nice.
You can tell the staff take good care of the grounds, because garbage is not left very long anywhere, the pools, hallways, even the beaches and combed often. The food here is amazing, buffet and especially the Piccollo a la carte restaurant. I was really surprised at how yummy everything was, and my husband really impressed with his steak at Piccollo. My only negative comment is that when I split open my toe (too many drinks at the disco haha, which is also a really fun place for dancing and pool!) there were no bandaids on site! Not even in the first aid room where the security guard tried his best to fashion one out of gauze and medical tape. Other than that, we really enjoyed our experience here and would recommend it to everyone looking for a relaxing vacation.

Samantha
Vancouver, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-28 to 2012-05-05 (7 days)

 Rest and Relax

love everything about our vacation. The location, the resort and the variety of atmospheres available from noisy parties to very quiet adult pool.The Italian alecart was our favorite.

shoe's
Devon, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-28 to 2012-05-05 (7 days)

 Royal Decameron Complex

We had another wonderful time at the Royal Decameron. As we requested via e-mail and when booking we got a room (one of the 7-8) we requested in the building that we requested. The entire experience was great and we have now been there 5 times each a good one. As well a nice accomodations and ambience, it is the people that make the real difference there at this complex. From the gardener to the maid to the waiters and front desk and bar staff THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!!! They all go out of their way to help you out and make your stay the best they can. Over the years we have got to know even the vendors that are directly on our bach in front of the complex. They are never pushy, as we have found in other places and we have purchased from them many times. The waiters go out of their way to help you and make sure that you have all that you need at every meal. We have made frienships with them over the years as well, and are greated by name when they see us . You are never without a cool drink as the bartenders are ready and willing to make sure that you have what you want, made the way that you like it. Over all all the staff is wonderful and the maids and the staff that organize the sports and entertainment portion of the stay are extremely friendly and helpful. I played volleyball 12 out of the 14 days that I was there and made many new frienships with both guests and staff. Like I mentuoined easrlier its the people that make your holiday experience special and this complex has the "BEST STAFF" there is. Will be returning in the future I am sure as I know that we can always expect a wonderful time there.

Maureen
Coquitlam, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-05-05 (14 days)

 Royal Decameron

hotel très propre,pour la mer seulement ceux qui aime les vagues et le sable dans le costume de bain, eau brune aucune possibilité de voir des poissons.
nourriture ordinaire,on trouve à ce nourrir, mais plutôt un 3 1/2 étoiles.

Lynda
Repentigny, QC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-28 to 2012-05-03 (5 days)

 Super beau sejour!

Pour 5nuits nous avons paye 498$par personne vraiment une aubaine. chambre standard ordinaire mais le complexe exterieur les fleurs vraiment tres beau et tres bien entretenue. A tous les soirs les chaises sont laves une par une le ciment est brosse tous les soirs. La nourriture est vraiment bonne.

Visiteurs
Laval, QC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-28 to 2012-05-03 (5 days)

 Excellent Vacation!!

This was by far the best value All Inclusive vacation we have been on and we have been on many over the years, the rooms are basic but very clean! Everything else about the resort is amazing, the food, the people, the grounds, the town outside, the shows! You can't beat it for the price!

ocean goer
Burlington, ON
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Great Holiday at Royal Decameron Complex

We just got back from our 3rd annual holiday at the Royal Decameron in Bucerias, and I believe it was the best year yet. The hotel is impeccably clean and the staff are the best I have encountered anywhere in terms of making you feel welcome and at ease and helping you as needed.It is easy to fall in love with this place!There is a tasty, varied food selection with something for even the pickiest eaters(my own kids). Best of all, the activities and entertainment staff are so good at getting you involved and even the show dancers are approachable.There are always lots of deck chairs available at the many pools or on the beach. On the beach,vendors will come to you but politely leave you alone if you are not interested.We went with very little extra spending money, but had so much fun - we are planning a 4th annual trip already.I honestly can't think of any reasons not to go back.

Glendene
Calgary, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 FUN AS USUAL

THIS WAS OUR THIRD TRIP TO THE DECAMERON AND WE LOVED IT, AS USUAL. IT OFFERS EVERYTHING WE NEED AT A REASONABLE PRICE. THE PLACE IS BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED. GARDENS & LANDSCAPING ARE WONDERFUL. ROOMS & TOWELS ARE VERY CLEAN. FOOD WAS GOOD BUT NOT EXCEPTIONAL. FRUIT SELECTION SEEMED TO BE LACKING THIS YEAR FOR SOME REASON. SECURITY IS FIRST CLASS. WE NOTICED AN INCREASE IN POLICE PRESENCE ON THE BEACH. THE BEACH BY THE WAY IS TREMENDOUS IN OUR VIEW AND SAFE FOR THE LITTLE ONES. WE WOULD RETURN AGAIN & WOULD NOT HESITATE TO RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS.

Don
Calgary, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Awesome Trip

Had almost no complaints about the hotel, the resort was beautiful, well maintained, food was good, the entertainment staff was talented and friendly, staff were always helpful...overall an amazing trip

J.Lee
Maple, ON
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 All inclusive everything

I don't have time!

Annoyd
Squamish, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Great Vacation!

The Decameron is a good hotel for the price we paid. It has a great vibe with bright colours and well maintained grounds. The service was always timely and friendly. The room was basic but provided all we needed. The food is quite good for buffet and the a la carte's were very good. The beach was very nice and the resort provided equipment for activities like snorkelling, kayaking and boogie-boarding. It also has 5 pools which are all quite nice, although crowded. The Decameron also stands out with it's nightly shows. The entertainment staff is quite good and puts on a variety of shows which are entertaining for all ages
It's about 20 minutes outside of Puerto Vallarta which makes it feel less crowded and cramped than the resorts within the city. But it also means that it is a bit of a pain if you want to do anything within the city, however there are cheap ($1.50 each way) and frequent buses which will take riders into the city without much hassle (a cool local experience as well!). If your only desire in Puerto Vallarta is to see the marekts, then save yourself the trip and head into the local town of Bucerias instead. The market sells all the same stuff for better prices and it has a nice local feel to the downtown area.
Overall, I would recommend the hotel for anyone who wants a great trip to Mexico for a great price!

Jeff Miller
Edmonton, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Excellent value for price

great time. excellent staff. real good food.

John Cleaver
Heffley Creek, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 A Great Getaway

We arrived at the complex in the wee hours of the morning and we were greeted with cervasa and food, check in was a breeze. following day we had the intro to the complex and things to avoid. After booking day trips for scuba diving and snorkling and rythms of the night we spend the day at the ocean enjoying the beaches. Vallart Adventures is always a great experience, staff is AMAZING. You feel safe walking to Bucerias and the market and people are so warm and friendly. A 20 minute drive into puerto Vallarta. I will be returning to Royal DeCameron again and again

Paula Tracy Power
Grand Prairie, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Awesome!!!!!!

This resort was fantastic. There isn't a thing I could complain about. I can't wait to return again.

Scareyb
St Catharines, ON
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-21 to 2012-04-28 (7 days)

 Excellent resort - Excellent value

This was our 4th visit to Royal Decameron & once again we were extremely satisfied with the resort. All staff are well trained, efficient & most of all friendly & helpful. The grounds are so beautiful & well groomed. Staff are constantly cleaning, grooming, painting etc. By far one of the cleanest, friendliest resorts we have ever visited. Each year the quality & selection of food improves - this year was indeed the best. All five ala carte restaurants are delightfully delicious! We really enjoy the wide variety of theme nights offered at the buffets. The beach area is very spacious & clean with lots of palapas & chairs. Beach side vendors are friendly & courteous without being annoying! Pool areas as well are many & varied - each area offering lots of umbrellas & chairs. Pools are well cleaned, chairs wiped off daily. And who can't enjoy the iguana tree? The resort is a 10-15 min walk along street or beach to Bucerius which offers a wide range of restaurants & markets. Definitely the nicest resort to be able to walk safely & comfortably in either direction. Make sure to check out the massage tents ($20.00 per hour) on the beach just outside the resort to the north -- ahhh pure relaxation! Lots of activities offered at the resort -- so either be as active or as relaxed as you want. Or hop on the local bus to visit Puerto Vallarta. The rooms are basic, but very clean. Really the only downside would be lack of wifi at the resort. Not a big deal as pay terminals are available or just cross the street to the sports bar to use their wifi while enjoying a cool one! Needless to say we plan on visiting this resort time & time again, as it feels kind of like "coming home". Truly the staff make the difference. Try it, you won't be disappointed!

Nola Putzi
Airdrie, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-14 to 2012-04-28 (14 days)

 Great Trip!

We had a very enjoyable week. Bucerias is a great smaller city with some very good restaurants and street vendors. Lots of iguanas around, nice beach and the food at the resort was very good! This was our 14th trip to Mexico and our 5th to the Puerto Vallarta area and will likely return to this resort!

D. Norman
Surrey, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-14 to 2012-04-21 (7 days)

 Perfect!

the rooms are basic, no shampoo, nothing fancy. The hotel is wonderful, so clean, bright building, entertainment is amazing, and the staff were so friendly! the price was very good, so i was very impressed. The food was also good. italian restaurant and brazilian were my favorite. This is not a party resort, their is no nightclubs near this resort. It is located in bucerias, so you would have to take a taxi into PV. There is a disco, but it plays mainly spanish music and was not a very happening place when i was there.

Teoni
Nanaimo, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-14 to 2012-04-21 (7 days)

 Fantastic

Could not have had more fun. Something for everyone of all ages

Bill O'Neill
Port Moody, Br
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-14 to 2012-04-21 (7 days)

 I want to go back!!

This hotel was awesome lots of space - different pools to make change of scenery - food & staff were very good great beach for walking on - close to town - lots of activities

Laura Ann Leso
Mississauga, ON
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-14 to 2012-04-21 (7 days)

 NOT FOR COUPLES

We found the resort itself very well kept and so colorful. Check-in at after 3 a.m went smoother than we expected. We expected to share the space with families since all the reviews we read stated it was a family friendly resort. What we didn't expect was that we couldn't get away from continual screaming of children. No matter where we went that's all you could hear. Even at the a la carte (late sitting) which we thought young children were not allowed at. I was my wife's birthday on our last evening there and I booked an 8 pm seating at one of tha a la cartes thinking that we could have a romantic dinner..WRONG. We were unable even to have a conversation since next to us was a local family with three young children who did nothing but scream the entire time. When one stopped another would start and if by some miracle they were all quiet at the same time, the father would get them going. We were honestly glad to be leaving, not the sun and sand but the non-stop sound of screaming kids.

Bill Smith
Calgary, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-07 to 2012-04-14 (7 days)

 Can't wait to go back

Had great beachfront room,buffets had something for everyone,restaurants were Jap/Jap good too Brazilian excellent,resort should have WiFi or Internet access but then again we are on vacation. will be going back.

Lorne Pixley
Edmonton, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-07 to 2012-04-14 (7 days)

 Royal Decameron

Nice place, but restaurant reservation system needs changing. You have to get up at 7am to get a number to save a spot in line to reserve around 8 am. Or you risk it and try to book later in the day, this works sometimes. Supposedly you can book for the next night between 3 and 5 pm, but they seem to let you book for the next night anytime, which means the people that get up at 7 usually book for 2 nights. But the most irritating thing is the number of empty tables at the restaurants. We noticed that there were 6 empty tables one night and asked our waiter. He said a lot of people(mostly his fellow Mexicans) make reservations but don't show. And they can't give away the table cause sometimes they just show up really late and demand their table. Since you have to give your room number to reserve, I suggest perhaps making a rule that if you no show, then you can't make further reservations. Then the people that really want to go to the restaurants will be able to. Bu this was a good hotel for the price. Definitely try the spa, they have great daily deals and it is awesome!

Andrew Van Wensen
Langley, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-07 to 2012-04-14 (7 days)

 Great family vacation!!!

Went with the whole family everyone enjoyed everything. I would recommend this place and I would also go again. Staff were so great, the place was so clean.

Marsh family
Cardston, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-07 to 2012-04-14 (7 days)

 ROYAL DECAMERON COMPLEX

A dream come true

Peter Dick
Borden, ON
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-04-02 to 2012-04-09 (7 days)

 Just okay

It's nothing special, unless you take that beautiful beach into account.

Jacqui
Courtenay, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-03-31 to 2012-04-07 (7 days)

 Royal Decameron complex

Always great service, clean and quiet. Plenty of activities.

L W. Froese
Canmore, AB
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-03-31 to 2012-04-07 (7 days)

 Good Value

This was our 2nd trip to this hotel. For the money we paid the food was good and the service was always friendly. Our room was average could use some updating but it was clean. The best drinks were at the adult only pool would be nice if they had clamato on hand as there are lots of Canadians there. Over all we would stay there again.

Doyle
Williams Lake, BC
Stayed at hotel Royal Decameron Complex
2012-03-31 to 2012-04-07 (7 days)


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