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Choosing between Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta and Iberostar Selection Playa Mita? This in-depth comparison breaks down location, vibe, rooms, food, nightlife, price & more so you can decide which resort is the best fit for your next all-inclusive getaway.
Best for families, couples, and Puerto Vallarta travelers who want a beachfront resort with optional all-inclusive rates, kids’ activities, and easy access to the Hotel Zone and Malecón area.
Better for travelers who want a more classic all-inclusive beach-resort setting in Playa Mita, with a more removed Riviera Nayarit feel and a stronger stay-put vacation style.
If you want a Puerto Vallarta resort that keeps you close to town while still offering pools, beach time, restaurants, a spa, tennis, and family-friendly amenities, Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta is the easier fit.
If your priority is a destination-style all-inclusive where the resort itself is the center of the trip, Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is the better match for a quieter Riviera Nayarit beach escape.
Bottom line: choose Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta for city convenience, flexible all-inclusive options, and an all-ages resort with kids’ facilities; choose Iberostar Selection Playa Mita for a more self-contained Playa Mita all-inclusive stay.
| Category | Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta | Iberostar Selection Playa Mita |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Vibe | All-ages beachfront resort in Puerto Vallarta with optional all-inclusive rates, six interconnected towers, family facilities, and an adults-only Sheraton Club section. | Selection-level all-inclusive beach resort in Playa Mita, better suited to travelers who want a more contained resort vacation on the Riviera Nayarit coast. |
| Location | In Puerto Vallarta’s Hotel Zone at Las Glorias, close to the Malecón Boardwalk, downtown dining, shops, and Banderas Bay activities. | In Playa Mita, offering a more removed Riviera Nayarit setting that feels quieter and more resort-focused than central Puerto Vallarta. |
| Rooms & Suites | 473 guestrooms in oceanfront towers, with maximum room occupancy suited to couples or families traveling with children. | A better fit if you prefer the feel of a dedicated all-inclusive beach resort and plan to spend most of your time on property. |
| Dining | Seven restaurants and bars are listed, including Gaviotas, La Villita, Alfresco Pizzeria, Punta Sal, UMAI, Nine Ninety 9, and room service. | All-inclusive dining is part of the core experience, better for guests who want meals and drinks wrapped into a classic resort stay. |
| Pools & Beach | Two outdoor pools, a separate children’s pool, swim-up bar, and beachfront setting on Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta’s Hotel Zone. | Playa Mita beach-resort setting, better for travelers who want a more relaxed coastal escape away from Puerto Vallarta’s busier hotel corridor. |
| Kids & Family | All-ages resort with Sheratoons kids club for ages 5–12, babysitting available for a surcharge, and children’s pool facilities. | Family-friendly all-inclusive option with the advantage of a self-contained beach-resort environment for easy days on property. |
| Price & Value | Best value for travelers who want Puerto Vallarta access, optional all-inclusive pricing, family facilities, and a broad resort amenity mix. | Best value for travelers who want the simplicity of a Playa Mita all-inclusive and do not need to be close to downtown Puerto Vallarta. |
Rooms at Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta sit within six interconnected towers overlooking Bahía de Banderas, giving the property a classic large-resort feel close to the city.
Sheraton is the better pick if you want a hotel-zone base with resort amenities, family facilities, and the flexibility to explore Puerto Vallarta.
Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is the stronger fit for travelers who want their room to be part of a more traditional, stay-on-property all-inclusive beach vacation.
If you want the trip to revolve around the resort and the beach rather than Puerto Vallarta’s city access, Iberostar Selection Playa Mita has the advantage.
Dining at Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta is varied for an all-ages resort, with several named venues, optional all-inclusive rates, bars, and room service.
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Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is the more straightforward choice if you want the dining experience to feel fully built around the all-inclusive stay.
If you want dining flexibility and Puerto Vallarta nearby, Sheraton has the edge; if you want a more self-contained all-inclusive dining routine, Iberostar is the easier choice.
Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta combines a beachfront Banderas Bay location with a practical pool setup for both adults and families.
Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is better for travelers who picture a quieter, more destination-style beach resort experience in Playa Mita.
If you want pool and beach time close to Puerto Vallarta’s dining and waterfront energy, choose Sheraton; if you want a quieter resort-beach focus, choose Iberostar.
Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta is an all-ages resort with clear family facilities, including a supervised kids club and pool options for children.
Iberostar Selection Playa Mita works well for families who want the simplicity of an all-inclusive resort where beach time, meals, and daily relaxation are easy to keep on property.
If kids’ club specifics and Puerto Vallarta convenience matter most, Sheraton is the safer pick; if your family wants a low-effort Playa Mita all-inclusive, Iberostar fits better.
Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta offers the most value when you want a real Puerto Vallarta base with resort amenities and the option to book all-inclusive.
Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is the better value if you want a simpler all-inclusive escape and are happy spending most of your vacation within the resort environment.
Choose Sheraton if you want an all-ages Puerto Vallarta resort with kids’ facilities, optional all-inclusive rates, multiple restaurants and bars, pools, spa, tennis, and a location close to the Malecón area.
Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is the better pick if you want a more classic all-inclusive beach-resort vacation in Playa Mita, with less emphasis on going into Puerto Vallarta.
For families or couples who want beachfront resort amenities plus city convenience, Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta is the more versatile choice.
If you want a quieter Riviera Nayarit setting and a more self-contained all-inclusive stay, Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is likely the better match.
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