Katherine Gould is an luxury travel consultant for Brownell. Below you will read about her recent trip to The Four Seasons Punta Mita in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. You can read more about Katherine and her adventures on her blog
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If you love luxury beach resorts and the Four Seasons Punta Mita isn’t on your list of places to visit, then it should be. The area is 100 percent safe and has a wonderfully authentic vibe. The hotel offers beautiful scenery, extensive amenities, exemplary service, and delicious cuisine. May I also mention the evening sunsets that can be seen from any oceanfront venue on property?
Poolside view at the Four Seasons Punta Mita
Sunset from the beach at the Four Seasons Punta Mita
Four Seasons Punta Mita is located on Mexico’s west coast (Riviera Nayarit) and is a direct flight from many major US airports. It’s a short drive but a world away from the rush of Puerto Vallarta. In traditional Four Seasons fashion, guests are greeted warmly outside of customs, handed a chilled minted towel and refreshment, and whisked away in a luxury SUV. The amazing service starts there and doesn't stop until you board the plane on your day of departure. I can only describe the staff as outstanding.
Flower arrangements in the lobby at Four Seasons Punta Mita
Beach activities at Four Seasons Punta Mita
The rooms wer spacious and luxurious. I was lucky enough to stay in one of the Oceanview Suites and enjoyed spending time on the ample terrace, complete with lounge hammock and plunge pool.
View from the terrace of a one bedroom Oceanview Suite at the Four Seasons Punta Mita
Many families and large groups opt to book one of the hotel’s fifty spectacular villas, which are scattered about the property and come with every imaginable amenity.
Villa dining and kitchen area at Four Seasons Punta Mita
Villa living area at Four Seasons Punta Mita
The hotel’s twenty-seven acres are carefully maintained. The property is home to two spectacular beaches, where the posh chairs and beach staff make for a luxurious experience in a serene setting.
On the beach at Four Seasons Punta Mita
There are three unique pools on the property. The main infinity pool overlooking the Pacific and lazy river are guaranteed family favorites, but I found them to be equally loved by the adult set.
Amzing infinity pool at the Four Seasons Punta Mita
Enjoying the lazy river and VIP service at Four Seasons Punta Mita
The adults only pool is garden-side and surrounded by a variety of posh cabanas for rent. It took some serious motivation to leave that amazing VIP service at the end of the day!
Lounging in the cabana at the adults only pool at Four Seasons Punta Mita
I have never visited a hotel that provided so many complimentary, poolside amenities. Service started in the morning and kept coming until late afternoon. Fresh fruit, margaritas, candy and snacks, popsicles, face misting, sunglass cleaning service, frapuccinos and homemade snow cones are just some of the surprises that were offered during my stay!
Getting a gourmet snow cones poolside!
Dining at the Four Seasons Punta Mita is always a memorable experience no matter which restaurant you choose. My favorite spot was Bahia on the beach because of the peaceful setting and seafood focus, but everywhere I dined on property was exceptional, and the service was exceptional.
Bahia on the beach is steps from the sand
The activity options on and off property are endless. The gym and spa are top notch, as perfect as one would expect at any Four Seasons property. The “Kids for all Seasons” program was one of the best I’ve seen anywhere, complete with an enormous treehouse! I have never seen a more extensive game room - tvs were set up everywhere with Wii, Xbox, Kinex, and more. There was also ping pong, air hockey, pool and a movie viewing room with bean bag seating for at least 20 children.
Kids For All Seasons club at Four Seasons Punta Mita
Kids for All Seasons playground
Punta Mita is a one stop shop for golf, tennis, fishing, surfing, paddle boarding and more. Zip lining and ATV excursions are also available. I especially enjoyed a day trip to Sayulita - a nearby, vibrant and hippie surf town. We spent an afternoon there wandering through unique shops, walking along the beach and watching the surfers, and dining at curbside food stands. The fish tacos and ceviche were unforgettable.
Sayulita
Authentic Mexican cuisine is plentiful at curbside stands in Sayulita