I just returned home from a quick trip to Puerto Vallarta, where I was able to see the Hilton Puerto Vallarta Resort, as well as the adjacent property, the Krystal Puerto Vallarta.

HILTON PUERTO VALLARTA RESORT

The Hilton is the brand's first all-inclusive property in Mexico and is still only 1 1/2 years old.  It is located at the north end of the hotel zone, close to the airport, great shopping and is on one of the best beaches in the city. 

The Hilton features some of the only swim-out suites in PVR, as well as a number of jacuzzi suites.  There is the buffet as well as several gourmet ala carte restaurants and bars. 

My favourite place is the adult's only, rooftop O'West Lounge and pool.  In this lounge, fresh sushi is served as well as tropical drinks from the open bar.  Guests can experience all of this, while enjoying the great views of the beach, downtown and Banderas Bay.

Pictured is Freddie, me and our friends enjoying the hospitality at the O'West Lounge.

The onsite Ki Spa, has standard massages, facials etc, but features a unique treatment - the Floatarium.  It is a private treatment in a large room where you float quietly in warm salt water, while the lights are dimmed and soft music plays...I can't wait to go back again.

Gorgeous Guest rooms at the Hilton Puerto Vallarta.

KRYSTAL PUERTO VALLARTA

I also had a chance to see the Krystal Puerto Vallarta, next to the Hilton.  The Krystal property has been favourite of Canadians for years, and located on the same great beach as the Hilton.

I love that the property has 4 distinct pool areas to choose from.  My favourite spot, for relaxing after meetings and competitive site inspections, was the quite pool, to the south of the Krystal Club building on the beach.   Not only does this area feature a quiet pool, it has 6 jacuzzi's and great views of the beach. 

Another quiet spot on the large property, is the aqueduct pool area, near the suites and family rooms, located closer to the lobby/street area.  The family rooms, suites and 3 bedroom villas, with private pools, have been recently updated. 

My favourite restaurant on property, the Kamakura Restaurant, features teppanyaki & sushi.  This restaurant was moving to a comfortable inside location and will be open soon.  As always, when guests check in, I'd advise them to see which restaurants are open which nights so they don't miss any of the options. 

(Las Velas (buffet) Restaurant pictured above)