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One&Only Mandarina

Nayarit, Mexico

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One&Only Mandarina

A jungle-set resort on Mexico's Pacific coast, about an hour from Puerto Vallarta, with private villas built among cliffs and trees. It has ocean views, a protected beach and a spa, but service and bugs are drawbacks.

Highlights

  • Treehouse villas with plunge pools
  • Protected beach with calm water
  • Carao restaurant dinners

Good to know

  • Golf carts needed to move around
  • Dining prices are very high
  • Airport driver arranged on arrival

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