Marival Emotions Resort & Suites Riviera Nayarit By Mercure

“25 years since first visit and still amazing!”

I have been a guest and a friend of the resort for 25 years and continue to come back with friends, family and on this trip i came alone. I feel comfortable, safe and happy even being alone here because even if you dont travel with anyone the staff make you feel like you are family! The animacion… more

I have been a guest and a friend of the resort for 25 years and continue to come back with friends, family and on this trip i came alone. I feel comfortable, safe and happy even being alone here because even if you dont travel with anyone the staff make you feel like you are family! The animacion team are fantastic and work hard tirelessly to provide a fun environment. The members that stand out for me on this trip are Fernanda (she is such a warm and kind person and always asks guest how they are doing and if she can help do anything for them, she has become a great friend over the last few visits she is also a superb dancer. Her english is great and she does a great job of the MC. Carlos is a great dancer too and also started doing some MC while i was on this trip. He studied hard to make sure his english was perfect in the circus show and his first mc was a huge success, it was endearing to see such attention to detail and care for his job. One note about the MC by the pool, there were a few times they only made announcements in spanish, it doesnt bother me because i understood it and the guests during this season are predominantly spanish speaking anyway, but it may present a problem for different seasons when guests from USA and Canada are there. Bryan, Gigi, Andy, Cesar, Alexis, Rosario, and Sergio Daniel Were also some of the animators that stood out and made me feel very welcome on this particular visit. This team has a great manager, Leo who seems to have a good level of management of his team! My only suggestion for the animacion team is i would love to see the whole team in the morning and after lunch like in past years. Not just on Saturdays at the pool party. Even if just to be introduced and perform the house song/dance by the pool to wake all of the guests up in the morning and after lunch and start the afternoon activities. It helps the guests to remember more names but also shows more of a team spirit to see everyone together. I would like to see more of the old school activities like dance classes by the pool, staff vs guest contest, Mr & Mrs Marival, dancing with the stars. The new performance group that do the circus style performance is great, i particularly liked the circus show and the fire show on the beach. Rodrigo and Alice were fantastic and the lady that does the aerial performance by the pool is superb im sorry i forgot her name. The mexican fiesta was wonderful and remains my favorite evening every time! On this night the food is great, the mariachi and folkloric dancing is amazing and the atmosphere feels very authentic. I would love to see more of the vendors on the mexican night as i didnt get a chance to buy the mexican candy. In the night club and at the pool party, the DJs are amazing, Especially Irving, such a talented Dj! Also Arturo is very good and works hard Other notable staff members that made me feel very welcome are Maria in piazeta, Edgar in Mai Tai, Jacob at front desk, Hugo, Alejandra & Kevin from the bars. There is also a security man from colombia, i cant remember his name but he was always there very early in the morning by the pool when i was having my coffee and we had some great conversation about travel to colombia and cuba. Please thank him for his kindness and i apologize i cant remember his name. The quality of food in the buffet for dinner seems to have gone up a little bit but i would still love to see more fresh items like ceviche and guacamole and tacos that are authentic in mexico for dinner. I did enjoy the ceviche in the Bamba restaurant for lunch. I had the chance to eat in the new silk restaurant twice and invited two of the animators and a friend from outside on one occasion, our waiter Martin was very attentive. The food in this restaurant was very good and i recommend the sushi and the cucumber salad. Jorge, Pedro and David at bell boy service are always so welcoming and i appreciate their friendship and warm welcome over the years. The live music in the evenings at the piazeta stage was a very nice addition and the timing is perfect as you have a cocktail before heading to the theatre for the nightly show. This place and the various teams within are all lead by Daphne who has built the resort to the incredible success it has become and it has been a pleasure to watch the journey over the last 25 years. As always, im looking forward to planning my next trip in a few months and ill miss everyone until i am back.

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“Wonderful resort with an amazing staff !”

Our stay at Marival Emotions was absolutely wonderful from beginning to end. The resort had a lively and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both families and couples looking to relax and have fun. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the beach access made every day feel like a… more

Our stay at Marival Emotions was absolutely wonderful from beginning to end. The resort had a lively and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both families and couples looking to relax and have fun. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the beach access made every day feel like a dream vacation. One of the highlights was the variety of food options available throughout the resort. Every restaurant offered something different, and the staff always made us feel appreciated and taken care of. The entertainment team also did an amazing job keeping guests engaged with activities during the day and fun shows at night.

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“Amazing emotions !”

I had such a great time at Marival Emotions. My favourite way to start the day was yoga on the beach with Erin from NRG2GO. These were yoga studio quality classes! Not at all what you’d expect at a resort. Then to go to the Mamba for breakfast (avocado toast and eggs or heuvo rancheros, green juice… more

I had such a great time at Marival Emotions. My favourite way to start the day was yoga on the beach with Erin from NRG2GO. These were yoga studio quality classes! Not at all what you’d expect at a resort. Then to go to the Mamba for breakfast (avocado toast and eggs or heuvo rancheros, green juice, coffee). All the servers are lovely, especially Xochitl and Gabriela. Loved the Mai Tai beach club, Leo and Javier are amazing servers and Cruz always made sure the umbrella was in the right position as the sun moved through the day. Get the nachos. A bonus was the day Rosario and her male coworker (I’m sorry I forget his name!) came by with cucumbers and cold towels for the face. So luxury! Silk was my favourite à la cart - the pad Thai, sushi and tuna were so good! And servers Martin and Joel were so attentive. Would definitely come back! Being a member/VIP is a must !

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