Vidanta Nuevo Nayarit-Vallarta

Enjoyable day on the golf course. One of the twosome we were paired with barely played so it was a little slow, but course was challenging and the caddy helpful and friendly

First class reception, pro shop welcome and check in was very friendly nd helpful. Shortage of balls on the driving range was quickly rectified. Caddy (Alfredo) was outstanding, as was the layout and greens. Only knock was slow play 5 1/2 hours

I’ve played Vidanta multiple times. Normally Nayar is in great shape, even if the course design is a bit weird.

This time, the course was not up to the Vidanta standard, and certainly not for the price they charged for the round.

- all the greens on the back are in average conditions

- there are two temporary holes on the front, on is a temporary green (no distance provided) and the other is a part 4 cut in half ending up in a 100-yard par 3. Course plays a total of 68.

- none of this is mentioned when we pay or check-in.

We will come back to Vidanta, but for the main course.

My wife and I played the Lakes course, fantastic layout for an executive course and got around easily in 1.5 hours. A little difficult for my wife who is a beginner with most holes having a forced water carry to the green. I found the layout to be extremely attractive and very playable as a 10 handicap. The day was capped off with my first Hole-in-one on #6! Value wise it is expensive, but considering the rates for the championship courses on site and in the area, it was our only option for cost and enjoy ability based on her abilities. All and all, a very nice outing, with a nice memory to cherish together.

Disappointing experience overall.

The course design has clearly been altered from its original layout, and the changes have significantly diminished the quality and flow of the course. What may once have been a well-thought-out design now feels disjointed and uninspired.

Maintenance is poor across multiple areas, including fairways, greens, and bunkers, which further detracts from the playing experience. To make matters worse, the golf carts are extremely expensive yet lack basic features such as GPS, which is difficult to justify at this price point.

Overall, the value simply isn’t there. The experience does not come close to matching what you are paying for, and I would not recommend this course unless significant improvements are made.

I played this course last year at this same time of year and enjoyed it very much! This year I felt like I got ripped off on the back 9.

Front 9 holes were in good condition from tees to fairway's and greens. Green speed was average but consistent from hole to hole. A pleasant experience!

On the back 9, the 10th hole was in good condition with the exception the green speed was MUCH slower and many sandy areas.

Then came holes 11 through 18, the greens were unbelievably bad!

Many patched with multiple pieces of sod of much different types of grass and drastically different length. Bare spots of dead grass and areas of sand with no grass. Did not look like pin positions had been moved in weeks and ragged hole edges. (See attached pictures) I would have taken more pictures but I was playing with a very nice couple who were longtime members and did not feel comfortable taking them.

The front 9 was an 8 and the back 9 was a zero!

Armando was our caddy and was a solid 10. He was fun, helpful and very attentive.

Course was in great shape and enjoyed the round. Getting in to Vidanta was a bit of an experience so leave lots of time. Also was not advised that we have to take a caddie and that there was a minimum expected tip. Like to support the locals but the lack of communication and a little snobbyness of some of the staff was less than professional

Great experience all around , from arriving at the resort and the staff were great. Quickly getting a cart to pick me up and take me to the club house pro shop. The rentals were top of the line and in great shape. Very nice grass range. Johnathon was a fantastic caddie , helpful , funny and just a great guy with very good knowledge of the course. There was a bit of construction on the front which made it a bit shorter , back was so good. I would reccommend this course thru GolfNow to anyone. Two thumbs up!

Vidanta Greg Norman course is much better than Vidanta Jack Nicolas course. Jack Nicolas course has two par holes under construction and are playing as short par 3 with temporary tees.

Greg Norman layout is much better and the course is in better shape.