Travel Impressions Vacation Packages

Distance from Hotel to Town, 25 . Distance from Hotel to Airport, 15 .  

One of the Leading Hotels of the World, 267 One and Two Bedroom Suites, all featuring terraces and spectacular ocean front views. Guests enjoy full services and amenities of a world-class resort in any of the spacious 1000 square foot suites. Each suite is splendidly furnished in teak woods imported from Bali and decorated in elegant contemporary style with light neutral tones and tropical-influenced color accents. Grand Velas not only answers the increasing demand by travelers seeking for All-Inclusive resorts, but also is redefining the standards for All-Inclusive lodging.  

• Hotel Information
• Hotel Amenities
• Accommodation Categories and Descriptions
• Food and Beverage Outlets
• Specialty Package (All Inclusive Package 2009/2010)
• Miscellaneous Information
• Local Attractions

• Activities Desk
• Babysitting Services ($)
• Bar (swim-up)
• Beach
• Beauty Salon ($)
• Boutique ($)
• Business Center
• Car Rental ($)
• Catering Services ($)
• Concierge Services
• Convention Center
• Currency Exchange
• Doctor (on call) ($)
• Exercise Room
• Fitness Center
• Internet Access (high speed, wireless) ($)
• Jacuzzi
• Laundry Services ($)
• Lobby Bar
• Parking (valet) ($)
• Parking Facility
• Physically Challenged Facilities
• Pool (children's)
• Pool (infinity)
• Spa ($)
• Taxis
• Tennis Court ($)
• Theater (open air)
• Travel Agency ($)
• Watersports Center

Miscellaneous Amenities - Suites Service 24 Hours - Weddings Terrace ($) ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children under 2 are free of charge, when sharing room with 2 paying adults. Children 2 to 12 years old pay a child's rate when sharing room with 2 paying adults.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• 2009 Parlor Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Ambassador Grand Class - 2 adults. Ambassador Suite - 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

2010 Parlor Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Ambassador Grand Class - 2 adults. One Bedroom Governor Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

Parlor Suite, is 1,000 square feet, with separate living area. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 queen beds. View: Oceanfront.  

Master Suite, is 1,000 square feet, with interior Jacuzzi and sitting area. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 queen beds. View: Oceanfront.  

Ambassador Suite(*), (penthouse level) is 1,750 square feet and includes an exterior Jacuzzi Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 queen beds.  

One Bedroom Governor Suite(*), is 1,000 square feet, with living, dining and bar area. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 queen beds.  

Ambassador Grand Class(*), is 1,865 square feet, with an interior and exterior Jacuzzi. Bedding: 1 king bed.  

Two Bedroom Governor Suite(*), is 3,000 square feet, with a living, dining and bar area. This 2 bedroom suite also includes an interior and exterior Jacuzzi. Bedding: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds.  

Presidential Two Bedroom Suite(*), (penthouse level) is 3,900 square feet with a living, dining and bar area. This suite Bedding: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds.  

12/19/2009 - 12/18/2010 3 Bedroom Presidential Suite, 4700 square feet, living, dining and bar area, 1 exterior Jacuzzi and 2 interior Jacuzzis, penthouse level. Bedding: 2 king beds and 2 queen beds.  

(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.  

All accommodations include: bath amenities, telephone (direct dial), key (electronic), pillow menu, television (flat screen), CD/DVD player, coffee maker, iron, mini-bar (fully stocked): ($), safety deposit box, turndown service, air conditioning (individual climate control), down comforters and pillows, ironing board, mirror (vanity) and hairdryer.  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Aqua Bar, The swim-up bar provides guests the option to drink and snack with convenience. During the day, those taking a dip can swim over to the cabana bar for a refreshing afternoon tropical drink.  

General Opening Hours: 11:00am - 7:00pm General Opening Days: Open daily  

Lobby Bar, At night, the Lobby Bar comes to life with luscious libation and appetizing edibles. Gathering point per excellence. Live versatile Band and Jazz music nightly from 11pm to 1am. Air conditioning and terrace. Casual ambiance.  

General Opening Hours: 5:00pm - 2:00am General Opening Days: Open daily  

Azul Restaurant, An all-day casual restaurant, located at the pool area under a wonderful Palapa and offering a panoramic ocean front view to the Banderas Bay. Capacity for 252 people.  

General Opening Hours: 7:00am - 11:30pm General Opening Days: Open daily  

Frida Restaurant, Menu samplings include: Pork Roasted Filet with Eucalyptus honey on green applesauce, and Volcano Mousse and Salmon Roll served on lobster tail and chili cascabel sauce. Air conditioning and terrace. Capacity for 112 people. Live music. Located on the 2nd floor above the lobby with front ocean view. Families with children under 10 years allowed only during the first sitting.  

General Opening Hours: 6:00pm - 12:00am General Opening Days: Open daily  

Lucca Restaurant, Serving flavorful Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. Capacity for 124 people. Live music. Located on the 2nd floor above the lobby with ocean front view. Families with children under 10 years allowed only during the first sitting.  

Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean.  

General Opening Hours: 6:00pm - 12:00am General Opening Days: Open daily  

Piaf Restaurant(*), French classic cuisine, an elegant simplicity. Live violin music. Air conditioning. Located on the main lobby level. Capacity for 104 people. Guests 18 years and older only.  

Cuisine: French.  

General Opening Hours: 6:00pm - 12:00am General Opening Days: Open daily  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Selva Del Mar Snack Bar, For more informal and fast service, Selva del Mar Snack Bar will offer snacks such as hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, ceviches and guacamole. Located at the pool area overlooking the spectacular Banderas Bay. There is an age restriction for all gourmet restaurants.  

General Opening Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm General Opening Days: Open daily  

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2009/2010  

Booking Dates: 04/24/2009 - 12/18/2010 Travel Dates: 12/19/2008 - 12/18/2009 12/19/2009 - 12/18/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Current hotel taxes, tips and gratuities  

• Heated freshwater infinity pool  

• Three theme shows per week  

• Scheduled daytime activities  

• Non-supervised kids activities and pool  

• Mini bar in room -24-hour In-suite dining  

• Unlimited domestic and selected international brands  

• Snacks at Selva Del Mar Snack Bar  

• A la carte dining at Piaf Traditional French Gourmet Restaurant (***)  

• A la carte dining at Lucca Italian Mediterranean Gourmet Restaurant (**)  

• A la carte dining at Frida Mexican Gourmet Restaurant (**)  

• Buffet and/or a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner at Azul Restaurant  

• Introduction to Scuba lesson in pool  

• Non-motorized water sports  

• Heated freshwater infinity Jacuzzi (access only for 18 years and older)  

Please Note:  

• (**) On sittings after 7:30pm the restuarants welcome only children older than 10 years old at the specialties restaurants (Frida and Lucca). -(***) Piaf restaurant is only for guests 18 years old and older (all sittings).  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

New Year's Eve:  

• New Year's Eve holiday surcharge (mandatory)  

• Included is one Gala dinner with champagne, live music and fireworks  

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• Canopy  

• Whale Watching  

• Cultural Events  

• Swimming With Dolphins  

• Art Galleries