Mellower Mexico Mood at the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta Meagan Drillinger - Travel Weekly
go to original July 9, 2017

While Hard Rock Hotels have shone their spotlight bright on destinations such as Cancun, the Riviera Maya and the Dominican Republic, one all-inclusive Hard Rock beach experience tends to fly under the radar.

The Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, swings tamer than the other Hard Rocks, but still with the distinctive music edge that sets the brand apart.

The resort's 348 guestrooms and ocean-view suites sit on an impressive stretch of sugary beach, which often travelers to Puerto Vallarta find lacking in their hotel experience. The beach at the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta is sweeping, a prime spot for sunsets with the Bay of Banderas and the jungle-covered mountains hovering in the distance. Each room has its own view of the bay as well as HDTVs, marble baths with a separate shower and hydro spa tub, 24-hour room service and more.

Unlike its sister resorts where the partying continues into the wee hours, the Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta has no nightclub. However, it does keep the party going in other ways with its outdoor amphitheater, where performances are held nightly from 9 to 11.

The revelry continues at the Eclipse Terrace, which has bay views and keeps its doors open and booze flowing until 1 a.m.

The vibe of Hard Rock also remains alive with signature programs like Sound of Your Stay, which offers complimentary in-room use of a Fender guitar and headphone amp.

The Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta also is home to the Wax program, which offers guests the opportunity to go old school with vinyl. The hotel has partnered with turntable manufacturer Crosley for a curated collection of 10 LPs available for listening in room.

As with other Hard Rocks, the property abounds in dining and beverage options. Top-shelf alcohol is always included, and six restaurants offer plenty of variety.

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