Riu Palace Pacifico — All-Inclusive Destination Weddings
Av. de los Cocoteros S/N Lote Hotelero G, Condominios Flamingos, 63735 Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, Mexico · Adults-Only (18+) · Recently Refurbished · Flamingos Beach · Riviera Nayarit
Resort Overview
Riu Palace Pacifico is the most luxurious RIU property in the Riviera Nayarit — a recently refurbished, adults-only beachfront resort on Flamingos Beach, surrounded by Banderas Bay and the Sierra Madre Mountains. A longtime favorite for California couples given the relatively short flight from West Coast cities to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (10 miles away). 445 rooms, three pools, a full Wellness Centre, and access to the adjacent Riu Vallarta and Riu Jalisco properties — including their RIU Party nightlife events. Two indoor event rooms accommodate up to 130 wedding guests, with the beachfront and gazebo providing the primary outdoor ceremony settings.
Flamingos Beach Setting
Oceanfront on Flamingos Beach with Banderas Bay and Sierra Madre Mountains as the natural backdrop — among the most scenic Riviera Nayarit settings in the RIU portfolio.
Access to Riu Vallarta & Riu Jalisco
Free entry and drinks at the neighboring properties' discotheques every night — guests get three resorts' worth of nightlife and amenities access from one stay.
Elite Club by RIU Suites
The resort's top-tier room category — super king bed, aromatherapy, premium drink dispenser, large terrace with spectacular sea views, and preferential service throughout the stay.
3 Pools + Swim-Up Bar
Large swimming pool with adjoining Jacuzzi and swim-up bar, plus a full Wellness Centre with Renova Spa, beauty salon, and fitness center with sauna and steam bath.
5 Restaurants
Mexican cuisine combining Mesoamerican and European traditions across the buffet and themed à la carte venues. Made-to-order dishes and top-notch menus throughout.
Flamingo Golf Club Nearby
Just 2.2 miles from Flamingo Golf Club, with shared golf cart access at the resort's own on-site course. A meaningful draw for golf-loving wedding groups.
Wedding Venues Beach · Gazebo · 2 Event Rooms
Riu Palace Pacifico's venues range from the open beachfront to an intimate gazebo to two indoor event rooms for larger receptions. The natural Banderas Bay and Sierra Madre backdrop is the defining visual element across every outdoor venue option.
| Venue | Setting | Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach | Golden Pacific Ocean shoreline on Flamingos Beach — Banderas Bay and Sierra Madre Mountains visible. The resort's primary outdoor ceremony venue. | Up to 100 guests | Classic beachfront ceremony; couples wanting the natural landscape as backdrop |
| Gazebo | Intimate structured gazebo setting on the resort grounds — defined ceremony space with ocean proximity. | Up to 20 guests | Elopements; very small ceremonies; couples wanting a structured focal point |
| Event Rooms (2) | Two indoor event spaces — fully climate-controlled, customizable décor and AV setup. Combined capacity accommodates larger receptions. | Up to 130 guests | Receptions; rainy-season backup; larger group dinners and dancing |
RIU Wedding Collections
All ceremony essentials included at zero package cost — the standard entry point for groups who have already secured the qualifying room block.
- Wedding coordinator assistance
- Symbolic ceremony setup on the beach or gazebo
- Bouquet and boutonniere
- Semi-private dinner at a resort restaurant
- Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (up to 10 guests)
- Room decoration for the couple
- Minister/judge fees not included
Extends dinner reception and toast to 20 guests, adds recorded ceremony music and a 10% spa discount.
- All Free Collection inclusions
- Private dinner reception for up to 20 guests
- Recorded music during the ceremony
- Wedding cake and sparkling wine for 20 guests
- 10% spa discount for the couple
- Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
Live music, extended reception to 40 guests, room upgrade, and late checkout for the couple.
- All Classic Collection inclusions
- Private dinner reception for up to 40 guests
- Live music during the ceremony
- Wedding cake and sparkling wine for 40 guests
- 20% spa discount for the couple
- Complimentary room upgrade and late checkout (subject to availability)
The flagship package at Riu Palace Pacifico — extends to 60 guests with live music throughout, professional ceremony photography, and full bridal beauty services.
- All Royal Collection inclusions
- Private dinner reception for up to 60 guests
- Live music during ceremony and reception
- Wedding cake and sparkling wine for 60 guests
- 30% spa discount for the couple
- Room upgrade to next category + late checkout
- Romantic breakfast in bed the morning after
- Professional ceremony photos (20 digital images)
- Hairstyling and makeup for the bride
Wedding Group Benefits
RIU recognizes a group when 10 or more rooms are booked together. Complimentary nights can be taken as certificates valid for 24 months from the wedding date if preferred.
Complimentary Room Nights — 6th Person Free
1 complimentary person for every 5 paid guests. Complimentary nights refunded after travel once the final rooming list is verified by the resort.
Room Category Upgrades
1 complimentary upgrade to the next room category for every 10 rooms booked. Unused upgrades have no cash value.
Semi-Private Group Dinner
Semi-private group dinner for up to 40 guests — included with qualifying group bookings.
VIP Arrival Gift
Fruit basket and wine in the room for one VIP guest upon arrival.
Minimum 10 rooms for 3 nights required to qualify. All bookings must be under the group wedding contract.
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Resort, venues, and wedding highlights at Riu Palace Pacifico.
Suites & Accommodations
445 rooms across multiple categories — all with central air conditioning, 24-hour room service, free WiFi, liquor dispenser, minibar, and balcony or terrace (except 16 Junior Suites). Hydromassage bathtub included in suite bathrooms.
Junior Suite
- King bed or 2 double beds
- Integrated lounge area with sofa/sofa-bed
- Bathroom with hydromassage bathtub + double washbasin
- Up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children
Entry-level category — 16 units without balcony/terrace
Junior Suite Partial Ocean View
- King bed or 2 double beds
- Balcony or terrace with partial ocean view
- Inter-connecting rooms available
- Up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children
Popular mid-tier for wedding guests
Junior Suite Ocean View
- King bed or 2 double beds
- Full Pacific Ocean view from balcony
- Same amenities as Partial Ocean View category
- Up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children
Best standard category for wedding photos and views
Jacuzzi Suite Ocean View Upgraded
- King bed or 2 double beds
- Ocean view with whirlpool bath on terrace
- All Junior Suite Ocean View amenities plus terrace Jacuzzi
Recommended for couple or honeymoon stay
Elite Club by RIU Top Tier
- Super king bed
- Spacious lounge with sofa, satellite + streaming TV
- Aromatherapy · improved minibar with snacks + wine/cava
- Premium drink dispenser · large terrace with sea views
- Preferential service throughout stay
Best choice for the couple or VIP family members
Resort Amenities
- 24-hour all-inclusive — meals, top-shelf drinks, room service
- 5 restaurants — buffet + themed à la carte venues
- 3 pools incl. swim-up bar + adjoining Jacuzzi
- Renova Spa + beauty salon (surcharge)
- Fitness center with sauna and steam bath
- Free entry + drinks at Riu Vallarta & Riu Jalisco discotheques nightly
- Water sports — kayak, snorkel, catamaran, bodyboard
- On-site golf course with shared cart access
- Free WiFi throughout hotel and in-room
- Gratuities and taxes included
Riviera Nayarit — What Wedding Guests Will Experience
Puerto Vallarta (9 mi / ~25 min)
- El Malecón — oceanfront boardwalk, sculptures, sunset dining
- Zona Romántica — best restaurant and bar district
- Centro Histórico — colonial church, open-air markets
Bay & Wildlife
- Whale watching — November through March; humpback whales in Banderas Bay
- Dolphin and sea turtle encounters — boat tours from the Riviera Nayarit coast
- Marietas Islands — UNESCO biosphere with Hidden Beach
Golf & Adventure
- Flamingo Golf Club — 2.2 miles from the resort
- Sayulita surf town — bohemian beach village and surf lessons
- ATV and zip-line tours — Sierra Madre jungle terrain
Frequently Asked Questions
What Couples Say
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