Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico

“Beautiful resort with the best service you will find. Freshest fish I have ever enjoyed, along with breathtaking views and experiences. Eduardo made our time at Naviva simply divine. I look forward to another stay at this heaven on earth.”

“Naviva is truly one of the most unique travel experiences we’ve ever had — and we are avid travelers that always try to take the road less traveled while still maintaining luxury. We are FS regular guests, and Naviva truly tops them all. FS Serengeti has always been our favorite resort, but Naviva is truly on another level. From the moment we arrived, it felt almost unworldly in the best way possible — private, peaceful, and entirely centered around you. Every detail of our stay was thoughtfully curated based on our preferences, and the level of personalized hospitality was unlike anything we’ve experienced. The staff organized a Teams call prior our stay to ensure all of our preferences were notated and experiences were tailored to us. We visited for our babymoon, and the team went above and beyond to make it unforgettable! Our bungalow was beautifully prepared for our arrival with celebratory decor, and we were incredibly grateful for an upgrade to a Grand View Bungalow — it made the experience even more magical. Hands down one of the best guest rooms we’ve ever stayed in. Modern, clean, extremely comfortable and beautifully appointed. Felt like five star luxury glamping at its finest! You really don’t even need to leave the bungalow at all during your stay. We watched humpback whales from our outdoor terrace and enjoyed room service on more than a couple of occasions during the stay. So serene and beautiful! Don’t even get me started on the out of this world food. WOW! Everything is fresh, organic, locally sourced and the dishes are prepared so thoughtfully! If there is something on the menu that you’d prefer to avoid, no problem — the staff will create a dish for you! My hubby was craving a Mexican sampler platter with all of his favorites during our stay, and that’s exactly what we received the following evening after expressing the desire to Jorge. He arranged it, and the chefs prepared a special private dinner for us under cafe lights overlooking the ocean. Talk about a special, Bachelor style moment! What makes Naviva so exceptional, though, is the people. Every single team member made us feel genuinely cared for: • Jorge — warm, personable, and an absolute joy to see each day at dinner. • Danny — consistently attentive with incredible service • Pollo — crafted the most thoughtful, individualized drinks. • Mario (poolside!) — always there exactly when you needed him. • Johnny — created my favorite mocktail, which we lovingly named the “Johnny Spritz.” • Kevin (the baker!) — came in on his day off to surprise us with homemade donuts after we indicated they were our favorite in our welcome survey — such an above-and-beyond moment! • Alex — a true standout artist leading us in private breath work and sound healing sessions, such a grounding and memorable experience! • And all of the incredible women on the team — from arrival greeting to experience coordination to restaurant service — they made everything feel seamless and personal! We were truly cared for at each moment — it felt like the entire team was invested in making our stay exceptional. Service was intuitive, warm and completely unpretentious. Beyond the service, the setting is stunning and incredibly serene. We often found ourselves enjoying common spaces of the resort completely to ourselves, which made it feel even more personalized and secluded. Naviva is more than a resort — it’s a deeply restorative, wellness-focused escape that allows you to slow down, reconnect and be fully present. We left feeling so grateful for the experience and are already dreaming of our return. We never repeat travel destinations since there is so much of this world to explore, but Naviva is an exception. We will absolutely be back to visit our home away from home and reconnect with the Naviva family! Pro-tip: Book with Sarah Lee Travel if you plan on visiting this resort! She is very well acquainted with the GM, and we received endless perks and the true royal treatment during our stay!”

“OH MY GOSH!!! YES 1000 times over! I read so many of these reviews and really didnt know if I would feel the same way after, and not only do I, but I want to share it all. My husband and I normally are lifers at the four seasons punta mita resort, and have yet to try the Naviva, and boy am I glad we did, as now we are lifers to Naviva! I need to do a shout out to soo many people. Thank you to Dani the amazing concierge, Charlie’ food and beverage, Rosa the bartender, Ramon, Danielle, Dani, and all other incredible chefs, Miguel manager, and every other person that made this experience a truly one of a kind trip. I am going out start out, I am a super picky eater, no only due to my allergies fish, seafood, and wheat, but I am and have always been limited, with my wheat allergy too. Not only did the team handle this without even thinking twice, but the food options they had for me, was like no problem at all. I got to try stuff that I have never even had the opportunity to have because of my allergies. I had no idea i could have a chicken breaded sandwich but turns out you can with corn breading, and it was delicious. Every meal over exceeded our expectations and taste buds. The drink choices are everything you need, bottles of wine, rum, tequila, whatever you need. Needless to say its hard for me to get excited about food. But in this case I couldn’t wait to see what they had for me, for each meal. Thank you Chef and team for that! And the pastries, their pastry chef, I never had such delicious sweets that didnt taste like cardboard, it was amazing. Thank you! The spa was an amazing unique experience, it’s called pods. You have private rooms, unique services, and then rituals they do that are very personal and unique to Naviva, Your also not sharing a spa with 10 or more of your closest friends hahah. The rooms are amazing, views everywhere, comfort, goodies provided daily by team, and stuff to take home,. I got to take home sun hats, and bags, and it was soo exciting to have that. Room service was twice plus a day. The entire resort is like your own private oasis. Everything you do, you’re greeted by name, even if you have never met that person, they know you. You feel like you have the entire resort to yourself. Whether it be Beach, spa, dining, classes, it’s all one on one, it feels like you have it all private and just for you. I could go on and on, But i want someone to read this and dont want to lose them. Don’t think twice, book, and be ready for a once in lifetime experience and be ready to book to come back for more! We can’t wait to come back. Thank you team Naviva”

“Naviva is more than a resort — it is a sanctuary, a masterpiece of hospitality, and one of the most extraordinary places we have ever stayed. If you’re looking for true peace, connection, and luxury rooted in authenticity rather than pretense, this is the place. We cannot recommend it highly enough. THE EXPERIENCE From the moment we arrived, we felt the energy shift. Every staff member knows your name, your preferences, and anticipates needs you didn’t even know you had. There are only 15 private luxury tents nestled in the jungle overlooking the ocean, which gives the entire property a sense of intimacy, privacy, and serenity that’s almost impossible to find elsewhere. THE SERVICE The service is world-class in the most human way — warm, genuine, intuitive, and never intrusive. Nothing feels transactional. Everything feels personal, thoughtful, and infused with heart. The team repeatedly made magic happen for us, including sourcing a professional keyboard so my fiancé could play piano by the ocean — a gesture we will never forget. Eduardo, Charlie, and Pollo were especially amazing. THE FOOD The food is exceptional and cooked to order by a private culinary team (Chef Dani!!!) who will make whatever you want, whenever you want it. We had some of the best meals of our lives here: • Fresh local ceviche, grilled fish, shrimp tacos • Multi-course beachfront dinners • A Thanksgiving feast that was beyond perfection • Pastries that should win awards • The best shrimp tacos and ceviche we’ve ever tasted Everything is prepared with local ingredients (including produce from their own garden) and plated like art. THE EXPERIENCES Every day offered something extraordinary: • Massages in jungle spa huts starting with sage ritual cleansing and guided meditation • Agave and raicilla tastings led by expert distillers including the godfather of raicilla himself • Boat trip to the Marietas Islands, with dolphins swimming alongside • Snorkeling & hidden beach exploration • Private pool time with ocean views, often with no one else around • Time swinging in beach beds, hammocks, plunge pools, and hot tubs beneath the stars We also enjoyed an intimate engagement photoshoot on the beach, captured beautifully by a local photographer couple whose authenticity and artistry made the session magical. THE ROOMS The luxury tents are stunning — spacious, beautifully designed, peaceful, and filled with thoughtful touches. Outdoor showers, plunge pools, ocean breezes, and nightly surprises like rose petals, champagne, and drawn bubble baths created moments we’ll remember forever. THE VIBE Naviva is not about showy luxury — it’s about soul-level luxury. A celebration of nature, craft, and connection. It feels like time slows down. Like the world becomes quiet. Like you are exactly where you are meant to be. FINAL THOUGHT We came here to recover from a difficult and stressful experience at another resort, and we left feeling restored, inspired, and deeply cared for. Naviva didn’t just save our trip — it transformed it. If you are considering Naviva: go. It is worth every penny. We will be back again and again. A flawless 10/10. An unforgettable experience. A new standard for luxury travel.”

“I do not have adequate words to describe the beauty, intimacy, and luxury of this place. It feels like being invited to someone's private, adults-only family estate where every detail has been considered for your pleasure and comfort. I immediately felt at home as did my entire party. Naviva is pristine, private, and secure, and I felt like we had the entire resort to ourselves in most instances. The bungalows are absolutely stunning - with top tier amenities and expansive ocean views from every balcony. The food was spectacular. While there is no menu, we never struggled to order something delicious - including fish tacos, lobster, carne asada, burgers, gyro, bao buns, fresh fruit, salads, and even sushi. Don't be intimidated by the lack of menu. It's an opportunity to really lean in to the experience of being pampered and well-loved. The spa experience is also remarkable - having a facial or massage in a pod in the middle of the jungle allows you to really connect to nature, listening to the wildlife and the ocean while you relax. I also took the two best yoga classes I've ever had - a special thanks to Anna and Dani for allowing the students to guide the intention and focus of the practices. Finally, what makes this place so special is the people. Eduardo, the GM, has assembled the most remarkable group of people whose entire job is to love you like family from your arrival to your departure. I'm especially grateful to "Pollo" - our favorite mixolgist, Paulo, Rosa, Jonathan, and Danny for treating us like royalty every single day. Leaving these fine folks was like leaving family. I actually teared up when we said goodbye. We can't wait to return.”