This question used to be a big deal because guests in the Mayan Palace do not have access to the spectacular Grand Mayan water park (<-- click to see video) . However, there are very few Mayan Palace units left and most of our guests stay in the Grand Mayan , Grand Bliss or Grand Luxxe.
The Grand Mayan Nuevo Vallarta water park is one of the highlights of all the Vidanta resorts. The Grand Bliss Nuevo Vallarta building right next door shares this area, which includes a lazy river, two wave pools, and a dozen little nooks and crannies with a pool, and a giant pyramid water slide. Our guests at the Grand Luxxe Nuevo Vallarta have a bit farther to walk or shuttle, but they have access to all facilities on the entire resort. However, if you have children who want to spend the majority of their time in the waterpark, the Grand Mayan may be a better choice may not be your best choice.
If you have young children (under 8 or so), there is also a kids club witha a waterpark area for the younger crowd next to Luxxe Building 4.
Unfortunately, Mayan Palace and Sea Garden guests do not have access to the water park. They do have access to all the restaurants and bars and a beautiful pool area down by the ocean.
Thre are also several Luxxe pool areas. They are more for relaxing and are blessed with great food and drink service. Some people jjokinglhy call them the geriatric pools, but you might appreciate some peace and quiet.
So that answers the question of who has access to the Grand Mayan lazy rivier and water park at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta. For more info on picking a pool area and finding the warmer or cooler pool options, check out our guide to vidanta nuevo vallarta pools.