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The Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand has just expanded, with the opening of yet another resort…
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Riviera Nayarit’s new Ritz-Carlton Reserve resort
Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Resort, has opened as of late November 2025. The property is located in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, nestled between the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
This is easily accessible by flying into Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR). It’s roughly an 80-minute drive from the airport, so it’s a bit north of many of the existing developments, like Punta Mita (where you’ll find a Four Seasons, St. Regis, and more) and Mandarina (where you’ll find a One&Only and Rosewood).
The new Ritz-Carlton Reserve is set on 920 acres, with access to over four miles of beaches. It offers 90 rooms and suites with views of the ocean, plus 35 branded residences. The design is described as honoring the region’s Huichol heritage, with architecture and interiors that merge with the surrounding jungle, cliffs, and beaches.
As you’d expect, the resort has no shortage of amenities, ranging from multiple pools, to a full service spa, to a gym and wellness area, to multiple dining venues. Dining venues include Zula by David Castro Hussong (a seafood restaurant), Estero (an international restaurant), Naao (an Asian fusion restaurant), Masa Madre (a pizzeria), Maribel’s (a coffee shop), and Lichi (a juice and smoothie bar).
When it comes to accommodations, they range from the entry level ocean view terrace (979 square feet, or 91 square meters), to the beach front villa (2,873 square feet, or 267 square meters). So they’re all generously sized, and with great views and outdoor spaces.
For those not familiar with Ritz-Carlton Reserve, this is Marriott’s uber-luxury hotel brand. Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties are on a different level than standard Ritz-Carlton properties, and are generally much smaller and offer more personalized service. The brand now has nine properties, with several more in the pipeline.
This is the brand’s second resort in Mexico, after Zadun, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Meanwhile it’s the brand’s fourth resort in the Americas, also complementing Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve.
Ritz-Carlton Reserve participates in Marriott Bonvoy
What’s nice is that Ritz-Carlton Reserve participates in Marriott Bonvoy nowadays, so it’s possible to earn and redeem points. While you can earn and redeem points roughly at the regular rates, elite benefits are a bit different at Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties. Below you can find the chart showing perks offered by tier.
There’s value to booking stays at these properties through the Marriott STARS program, to receive perks like free breakfast, a $100 resort credit, a room upgrade, and more. Ford and his team are happy to help with Marriott STARS bookings for Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties, and can be reached at [email protected].
Ritz-Carlton Reserve Riviera Nayarit rates & points requirements
With the Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, now open, what are rates like? As you’d expect, rates aren’t cheap, but they’re actually not as high as at some other resorts.
Entry level rates currently start at just over $800 per night, though that’s before Mexico’s high taxes and service charges, which add 30%+ to the base rate.
For those looking to redeem Marriott points, I see rates starting at just over 140,000 Bonvoy points per night. Keep in mind that you can receive a fifth night free on award redemptions, which improves the value somewhat. Based on my valuation of 0.7 cents per Bonvoy point, I’d say the math is generally pretty breakeven when it comes to paying cash vs. redeeming points, especially after factoring in taxes & fees.
Bottom line
The Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand has expanded to Riviera Nayarit, with the opening of the Siari property, not far from Puerto Vallarta. The 90 rooms and suites all offer great views and plenty of space, so this will no doubt be a great option for those looking for an easy, luxury getaway from the United States, whether paying cash or redeeming points.
Mexico sure has seen an explosion in terms of the number of luxury properties, and one wonders if there will come the point where rooms just can’t be filled anymore. Either way, I have to say, this looks like one of the nicer new properties we’ve seen.
What do you make of Ritz-Carlton Reserve’s new Mexico property?
how many of the rooms have plunge pools?
What the hell do I want to go to a place like Mexico? SnKes scare the hell out of me. I'm sort of scared about going there, but the wife is really nervous. I just see myself un a pot of boiling water with all these natices dancing around me.
Idk, this beautifully designed paradise seems totally comparable to the Niseko Holiday Inn whoops I mean RC Reserve. Yay for brand consistency!
For the life of me, I don't understand why Marriott has two Ritz-Carlton brands: Ritz-Carlton and Ritz-Carlton Reserve. In my experience, you have to stay at a Ritz-Carlton Reserve to reserve the kind of service that you used to get at a Ritz-Carlton.
Gonna have to agree with you. Had such a bad stay at the Ritz Carlton Melbourne that it swore me off the brand entirely. And a stay before that at the Ritz Tokyo didn’t impress, but nothing was wrong specifically.
I liked the Tokyo RC. Great location. Stayed there in the last year for around a week. We had club level rooms and found the service exemplary and all round thought it was one of the better hotels we've stayed at.
Quite liked the Kapalua RC too - was there during the (now sadly canceled) PGA tournament and despite it being rammed and the weather being less than tropical, found the club room service...
I liked the Tokyo RC. Great location. Stayed there in the last year for around a week. We had club level rooms and found the service exemplary and all round thought it was one of the better hotels we've stayed at.
Quite liked the Kapalua RC too - was there during the (now sadly canceled) PGA tournament and despite it being rammed and the weather being less than tropical, found the club room service first rate. Better than most of the Maui hotels. Some charm and judicious tips to our club host and we were the beneficiaries of several bottles of Mondavi To Kalon during our evenings in the club - way better than the grapeslop most hotels foist on their customers. Pre covid mind, not been there for a while. There's likely a hit to their cache going forward with the ridiculous local governance/environmental clownshow causing the loss (likely permanent) of a high prestige international event and another sorry blow to the suffering island economy.
@99 let's be clear - club level rooms across all Ritz Carltons are a very different experience than standard rooms. You might as well be in a different hotel.
I'm aware, of course. But part of what makes RC stand out vs other brands at that level is the club level. In my case, the choice of staying there was swayed by having that (expensive but imo worth it) amenity.
For example, I looked at and considered Tokyo Andaz/Grand Hyatt (for the Pokémon suite) in similar proximity and decided with my budget the RC was the best option. I don't know if I would...
I'm aware, of course. But part of what makes RC stand out vs other brands at that level is the club level. In my case, the choice of staying there was swayed by having that (expensive but imo worth it) amenity.
For example, I looked at and considered Tokyo Andaz/Grand Hyatt (for the Pokémon suite) in similar proximity and decided with my budget the RC was the best option. I don't know if I would spend money there otherwise (the mall downstairs with extensive food, grocery, and subway access, was a strong selling point also)
One of the worst RC is in Kuala Lampur. I would rather stay at the JWM adjacent to RC KUL. I love to use the RC Benefits I get via RC credit card just not the High priced "Club Level".