...A freeform pool contains waterfalls and a children's section. Illuminated by a fire pit, a half-moon spa tub accommodates 30 guests. Water craft and equipment can be rented on the beach. Kayak and bicycle tours, beach and pool volleyball, pool aerobics and dance lessons can be arranged by hotel staff. For a fee, parents can schedule supervised daytime activities for children, ages 4-12.

Guestrooms. The resort offers 163 guest suites in eight-story, Spanish Colonial-style buildings. Ocean- and bay-view balconies, and ground-floor terraces feature ceiling fans and dining sets. Suites provide kitchens or kitchenettes. All except junior suites include washers, dryers and dial-up Internet access. Décor and layout amenities include marble floors and bathrooms, dining sets, contemporary Mexican-style furnishings and flat-screen televisions. The front desk rents DVD players.

Expert Tip. Bucerias' shops and restaurants can be reached by walking two kilometers along the beach rather than driving seven kilometers along the highway.

Room Types:

Two Bedroom Suite Ocean View:   (Combination of Junior Suite and One Bedroom Suite.) One king bed in master bedroom along with jetted tub. Two double beds in second bedroom along with desk. Double Murphy Bed (pull-down) in living/dining room. Two large, semi-enclosed, ocean-view balconies or ground-floor terraces with ceiling fans, dining sets, cushioned lounge chair. Inside ceiling fans and air conditioning. Fully equipped kitchen with microwave oven, four-burner rangetop, refrigerator, dishwasher. Two-stool breakfast bar. Washer/dryer. Fully equipped kitchenette with microwave oven, two-burner rangetop, compact refrigerator. Living/dining room with six-chair dining set, couch, wing chair, coffee table. Bathroom off living/dining room with stall shower. Bathroom off second bedroom with shower/tub. Bath suite off master bedroom with twin-sink dressing area, toilet room, stall shower. Three 27-inch flat-screen TVs.

One Bedroom Suite Ocean View:   One king bed in bedroom along with jetted tub. Double Murphy Bed (pull-down) in living/dining room. Large, unit-wide, semi-enclosed, ocean-view balcony or ground-floor terrace with ceiling fan, four-chair dining set, cushioned lounge chair. Inside ceiling fans and air conditioning. Fully equipped kitchen with microwave oven, four-burner rangetop, refrigerator, dishwasher. Two-stool breakfast bar. Washer/dryer. Living/dining room with six-chair dining set, couch, wing chair, coffee table. Bathroom off living/dining room with stall shower. Bath suite off bedroom with twin-sink dressing area, toilet room, stall shower. Two 27-inch flat-screen TVs.

Deluxe Jr Suite:   Two double beds. Large, semi-enclosed, ocean-view balcony or ground-floor terrace with ceiling fan, two-chair dining set. Desk. Inside ceiling fan and air conditioning. Shower/tub. Fully equipped kitchenette with microwave oven, two-burner rangetop, compact refrigerator. 27-inch flat-screen TV.

Three Bedroom Suite Ocean View:   One king bed in master bedroom along with jetted tub, overstuffed chair. Two double beds in second bedroom along with jetted tub, desk. Two double beds in third bedroom. Double Murphy Bed (pull-down) in living/dining room. Corner unit with two large, semi-enclosed, ocean-view balconies (one wraparound) with ceiling fans, dining sets, cushioned lounge chair. Inside ceiling fans and air conditioning. Fully equipped kitchen with microwave oven, four-burner rangetop, refrigerator, dishwasher. Two-stool breakfast bar. Washer/dryer. Fully equipped kitchenette with microwave oven, two-burner rangetop, compact refrigerator. Living/dining room with six-chair dining set, couch, wing chair, coffee table. Half-bathroom off living/dining room. Bathroom off third bedroom with shower/tub. Bath suites off second and master bedrooms with twin-sink dressing areas, toilet rooms, stall showers. Four 27-inch flat-screen TVs.

Deluxe Jr Suite Non Refundable:   Two double beds. Large, semi-enclosed, ocean-view balcony or ground-floor terrace with ceiling fan, two-chair dining set. Desk. Inside ceiling fan and air conditioning. Shower/tub. Fully equipped kitchenette with microwave oven, two-burner rangetop, compact refrigerator. 27-inch flat-screen TV.

Driving Directions: From Puerto Vallarta International Airport: Exit the airport onto Hwy. 200 North. Proceed past the two exits for Nuevo Vallarta. Proceed through the village of Mezcales. Exit the highway toward Flamingos Country Club. Proceed to the last street (Paseo Cocoteras/Flamingos) and turn right. The resort is the second property located on the left.

Room Amenities:

• Makeup mirror • Blackout drapes/curtains • Child care (in room, surcharge • Electronic/magnetic keys • Cribs (infant beds) available • Rollaway beds • Smoking rooms • Cable/satellite TV • Housekeeping (daily) • Complimentary toiletries • Climate control • Window opens 

Flamingos Golf Course: 1.5 kilometers | Central Nuevo Vallarta: 4.5 kilometers | El Tigre Golf Course: 5.0 kilometers | Splash (Water Park): 5.0 kilometers | Bucerias: 7.0 kilometers | Porfidio Distillery: 8.0 kilometers | Marina Vallarta: 16.0 kilometers | Central Puerto Vallarta: 22.5 kilometers | Punta de Mita: 35.0 kilometers