Situated in stunning Banderas Bay of Riviera Nayarit,
Mexico, Secrets Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort already carried with it a
fascinating story. The all-inclusive, adults-only resort, part of the Hyatt
Inclusive Collection, was built during the global COVID-19 pandemic,
opening its doors for guests in August 2021.
While some resorts were forced to close during this time
period, Secrets and family-friendly sister property Dreams opened in phases,
following both the hotel chain’s safety protocols and those established by
Mexican regional and national authorities.
A recent expansion of the property designed by Sordo
Madaleno brought additional changes to the eco-conscious resort providing
guests even more enviable luxury
options and fascinating experiences.
Suite at Secrets Bahia Mita Resort & Spa (Photo Credit: Secrets Resorts)
Resort Accommodations
The 278 all-suite resort offers spectacular views of the
golden sands and sapphire waters of Banderas Bay or the picturesque Sierra
Madre Mountain range, each with its own furnished balcony or terrace. Even its
junior suites sport a roomy 518.4 square feet of living and relaxation
space.
Suites vary from two double beds or a king along with a sofa
bed in the living area. All offer well-appointed contemporary theme furnishings
with marble floors. Bathrooms are spacious with luxury bath amenities.
Twice-daily maid service with nightly turn-down service is a welcome touch and
suites also include a daily refreshed mini bar and workstation.
Guests wanting to elevate their stay can join the resort’s
Preferred Club, bringing with it upgraded suites with premium views, access to
an exclusive adults-only lounge, private roof top with an infinity pool and
special concierge services which includes butler service.
Preferred Club Bahia Mita Suite Oceanfront suites offer 1458
square-feet of space along with a private soaking tub and solarium and full
oceanfront views. Presidential Suites, the highest end accommodations feature
2,570 square feet with a king bed, separate living area, equipped with a home
theatre, 40-inch plasma TV and personal bar. Outdoors, there’s a personal
plunge pool and patio with a solarium – ideal if you’re entertaining other
friends or family on vacation.
Secrets Preferred Oceanfront Suites (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Dining at the Resort
One of my favorite all-inclusive resort standouts is one
that offers top-notch limitless dining with a myriad of options. And Secrets
Bahia Mita delivers in a big way.
Guests of the resort have access to 13
international-inspired dining options at both Secrets and connecting Dreams
Bahia Mita properties. These include eight à la carte, one grill, one buffet, a
sports bar and two cafés.
It’s important to note however, that Dreams guests cannot
access the dining venues or facilities at Secrets due to its adults-only
policy.
Those looking for fine dining will love the following venues.
Bordeaux offers dinner guests the best of French cuisine and
a variety of wines in a romantic, yet relaxing elegant setting. If you choose
to dine in any fine-dining restaurant here, this should be it. It made me feel
as though I was in a Paris bistro.
Portofino Italian Restaurant savors the flavors of the
Mediterranean with its á la carte Italian selections during the dinner hour.
Mezes serves up a variety of Mediterranean dishes, while Himitsu specializes in
Pan-Asian cuisine with Hibachi tables. Bluewater Grill Beach Club offers à la
carte fine cuts of mouthwatering meat dishes and rotisserie grill specialties.
If you’re looking for some of the best ceviche in Mexico, head
to Barracuda, the beach bar offering an impressive variety of dishes that will
have you returning for more.
And if you’re a breakfast fan, you don’t want to miss one the
impressive internationally themed buffets at Market Café, with five specialty
stations that surprise and delight.
Dining reservations are not needed at restaurants here with
the exception of the Teppanyaki experience at Himitsu.
Sunset Views from the Preferred Club Lounge (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Activities and Entertainment
It’s not unusual for all-inclusive resorts to offer
activities, but this resort impresses with options. Guests wanting to stay
active can take advantage of beach volleyball and soccer, beach yoga,
pickleball, ping pong, aqua aerobics, boogie boarding, kayaking, water polo,
surf lessons and more. In addition, a massive zip line is in its final testing
stage soon to provide guests thrilling birds’ eye views over a protected
tropical forest through a stunning treetop canopy.
The resort’s fitness center is a serious workout space with
new, state-of-the-art equipment and a good range of free and machine weights.
Fitness classes are also offered to guests.
Additionally, the resort offers nighttime performances, and
during my stay, the evening entertainment featured an impressive fire show
with a multitude of performers bringing oohs and aahs from the audience.
Sunset Views over Bahia Mita (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Luxurious Pools and Water Fun
Secrets, along with its Dreams on-site resort offers guests
a choice of 13 pools that include infinity pools, water decks, hot tubs, and a
unique Preferred Club rooftop pool with stunning views. Pools are heated
through the cooler-weather months of November through March.
Pools at Secrets & Dreams Bahia Mita (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Even if you’re not staying at the Dreams side of the
property, Secrets guests can feel free to adventure to the 18,600-square-foot
waterpark which includes a pirate ship, three waterslides, two heated pools and
two hot tubs. After all, big kids like to have fun too.
Though the property does front a beach, it is a bit rocky for swimming, though a smoother stretch of sand is just a five-minute walk away.
Waterpark at Dreams Bahia Mita (Photo Credit: Noreen Kompanik)
Impressive Spa Experience
Though many all-inclusive resorts offer spa experiences,
Secrets Spa located at Dreams Bahia Mita stands out as a haven for rejuvenating
body and facial treatments, soothing hydrotherapy, a selection of massages and
pampering salons with 15 multi-functional treatment rooms and four to
accommodate couples’ massages.
Hydrotherapy Circuit at Dreams Punta Mita Spa (Photo Credit: Secrets Resorts)
The hydrotherapy circuit includes saunas, a steam room, a
Swiss shower, two hydrotherapy tubs, one recreational pool and a plunge pool.
Different however, from other spas I’ve visited at other all-inclusive Mexico
resorts, the hydrotherapy circuit was personally guided by a spa therapist to
individualize the treatment cycle for each individual participant.
For travelers looking for an adults-only experience that also
offers all the amenities of its Dreams sister resort, Secrets Bahia Mita Surf
& Spa Resort more than meets the bill.
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