The Lakes at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta
Aerial view from The Lakes at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta.
Av. Paseo de las Moras Fracc. Náutico Turístico Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit  CP,  Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit 63735, Mexico
+52 322 226 4000
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About Vidanta Nuevo Nayarit-Vallarta

Named one of the "Top Hotels in Mexico" and "Top Hotels in the World" by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards, Vidanta Nuevo Nayarit–Vallarta offers the ultimate resort vacation along the lush Riviera Nayarit coastline. With five stunning resort hotels to choose from - The Grand Luxxe, The Grand Bliss, The Grand Mayan, The Bliss and Mayan Palace - guests can find world-class accommodations to suit any preference. The resort features infinity pools with sweeping ocean views, gourmet dining at more than 40 restaurants and bars, luxury treatments at Spatium and Brio spas, tennis and pickleball courts and championship-level golf. The Vidanta Vallarta Course, designed by Greg Norman, has hosted the PGA Tour's Mexico Open, while the 10-hole Lakes Course offers the region’s only golf experience lit for night-time play. Families will enjoy access to a beautiful beach club, the Jungala Aqua Experience water park and nightly live entertainment at Santuario. Couples can relax with private romantic beachfront dinners, sunset yacht cruises and exclusive infinity pools. With its beautiful landscaping, exceptional service and dedication to sustainability, Vidanta Nuevo Nayarit–Vallarta offers a luxury vacation that’s both relaxing and unforgettable.

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres7287
Year Opened2015
Number of Units500+

Amenities

RestaurantsCasual, Bar, Fine
Room TypesRoom, Suite
PoolOutdoor
Short CourseYes
Fitness CenterYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Practice FacilityYes
SpaYes
TennisYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Vidanta Nuevo Nayarit-Vallarta

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
1075 Reviews (1075)
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great layout.

Everything about this course was great. The staff was warm and friendly and attentive. From the moment I arrived every team member was welcoming. The course conditions were excellent, even with the greens being punched a week ago(which I was aware of) the rolled true, albeit a little slow. Angle was our caddie and he was fantastic. Great at giving the proper reads on the greens to selecting the correct club for the 20+ mph winds all afternoon. Absolutely would play this course again.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great experience despite below expectations course conditions

Had a great experience playing. It was my first time playing with a caddie. My caddie was both helpful with the course management and added fun to the round. The course layout was unique and fun, with sightings of crocodiles and iguanas. The only thing that didn’t meet my expectations of a top tier course was the conditions. There were more brown spots on tees and fairways than I expected.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Amazing course

It’s a great course and staff friendly, I played from white tees and had a great time

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

It’s a great course, unfortunately I was only able to play back 9 due front 9 was on maintenance

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Played

Lots of surprised

Only 9 holes is open. They make you play the same 9 twice.

Once you arrive you’re trapped. Cab prices double on the way out.

Caddie fee minimum of 700 pesos.

Great course other than the surprise fees. Go early to get through all of driving on site.

First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Little disappointed

When we went to check in at the pro shop, that's when we were told half of the 9 holes were closed due to aeration and we are to play 2nd 9 holes twice. That was not noted when we booked and wouldn't have booked if we have known.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Greens have been plugged and back 9 closed.

Have played this course in the past. Really nice course usually. We got a hot deal that turned out to be so hot. Greens had recently been plugged and the back 9 was closed so we played front twice.

Wish we would have know course condition before booking.

Verified Purchaser
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fabulous Day on this course

Fabulous first time playing this course. Loved the scenery and the caddie was a welcome addition and helped me with my club selection in on the holes. Thank you Alfredo!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 10
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Vidanta/Nayarit

It was an amazing experience due to the caddy named Carlos. He new the course very well and chose the right clubs for each hole with helpful tips. It was a bummer the front nine was under construction and we didn't get to play it.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

First time at Nayar golf course at Vidanta

This course is part of a large gated resort. It is one of two courses. The other one is Greg Norman designed championship course. The courses criss cross in some locations and I was extremely confusing and frustrating to locate the holes. Some holes are spaced apart as far as a quarter mile or more, extremely poor signage and some of the signs are in bad shape with hole numbers missing.

It is possible that the courses were undergoing repairs and restoration when I played at the end of April (not a peak golf season here).

So unless you are staying in the resort or familiar with the course layouts, it can be a frustrating experience. Other than that the courses are great and well maintained.

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Murphy 4-29-25

The course was in great shape. The use of the caddy was invaluable. I really enjoyed the course. For the price I paid, it was amazing. I would recommend this course

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Plan to be there at least 3 hrs before your flight... Tee time

Staff and course are great the only inconvenient is that to get to the 1st Tee box it might take you a couple of hours and patience because distance and shuttle are not quick.

For the rest, it was a blast with the great support of our caddy, pro shop staff, golf range and The Golf course.

It is a most if you are in the area.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fantastic Golf

Played Normans Course at Vidanta World Monday Wednesday &Friday . We had a great time , course in supper condition . Lots of golf on this track.

Play again whenever possible.

EE

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Front 9 closed!!!

I booked this few days before, I also called a day in advance to book a junior rate, I arrived and right after I paid for my son I come out from the proshop and they told me the front is closed for aerification and I could only play the back 9 twice…. The course was in very nice shape but I can’t believe there is a PGA tour event there, it is just too flat, felt like playing a public course in texas in excellent shape, almost all lies flat, no dunes, very simple, I thought the Gregg Norman name was going to make it very special. I think probably the course from the four seasons is going to be better for the money.

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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