One&Only Mandarina
A spectacular Riviera Nayarit resort immersed in coastal rainforest, One&Only Mandarina pairs cliffside treehouses and villas with private pools, a swimmable beach, polo, jungle adventures and highly distinctive dining.
One&Only Mandarina is woven into a steep coastal rainforest north of Puerto Vallarta, where jungle descends toward a broad Pacific beach. The resort’s architecture is intentionally dispersed, allowing the landscape to remain the dominant feature.
Accommodation consists of standalone treehouses, villas and larger private homes rather than a conventional hotel block. Every resort room has its own plunge pool, and the most dramatic categories rise into the canopy or face the ocean from cliffside terraces.
The setting supports an unusually broad adventure program. Guests can surf, zipline through the jungle, ride horses, play polo, hike or spend the day on a white-sand beach where swimming is generally possible.
Carao offers elevated Mexican cooking from a cliffside position, while Alma brings a more relaxed Mediterranean direction and additional beach and pool venues create variety. One&Only Spa combines nature-based treatments with indigenous-inspired healing rituals and substantial fitness facilities.
Mandarina is best for travelers who want a resort to feel adventurous and highly private at the same time. Its treehouses, rainforest topography and depth of outdoor experiences make it one of Mexico’s most original luxury properties.