Costa Sur Resort by Sonesta, Puerto VallartaCosta Sur Resort by Sonesta in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico has a corrected score of 2.8 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 42 of 44 hotels we score in Puerto Vallarta. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 1.9. Rooms from about $325 a night (cached, not a live quote).Costa Sur Resort by Sonesta is a fifteen-story oceanfront condominium hotel situated on a private beach in Puerto Vallarta. Positioned between Banderas Bay and the mountains, the property is bordered by a rock promontory. It suits families and travellers seeking an all-inclusive stay with buffet and à la carte dining. Facilities include a swimming pool, a spa offering various body treatments, and equipment for kayaking and snorkeling. Guests have direct access to the beach and can enjoy views of the ocean. While the resort offers modern amenities and air conditioning, some guest rooms feel dated due to the original building age.What stands out

Direct beach access

On-site spa and pool

All-inclusive dining options

Water sports equipment

Watch out for

Some rooms feel dated

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