Ixtapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina Ixtapa featuring street scenes
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo which includes general coastal views and a bay or harbour
El Palmar Beach featuring a beach, a luxury hotel or resort and a sunset
El Palmar Beach showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Ixtapa

Where to stay in Ixtapa

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Villas Alondras

When in Villas Alondras, you can plan a visit to El Palmar Beach and Marina Ixtapa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Villas Alondras
Las Brisas Ixtapa

Las Brisas Ixtapa

4 out of 5
Playa Vista Hermosa, Po Box 97, Ixtapa, GRO
The price is ฿4,259 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,259
฿5,111 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Ixtapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,509 reviews)
"Pools between trees, buildings between hills in tropical landscape, quite and respectful ambience"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Las Brisas Ixtapa
Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Ixtapa, Lote 2, Playa El Palmar Ixtapa, Ixtapa, GRO
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,566 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,566
฿6,680 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Ixtapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Varios de los empleados tienen grandes áreas de oportunidad, mal capacitados y poco amables, en especial el Sr. Ramiro, capitán de botones, muy descortés y prepotente. Tanto así que al comentarlo con gerencia, comentaron que el Sr es todo un caso. Mejorar capacitación en empleados. Otra persona en ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG
Emporio Ixtapa

Emporio Ixtapa

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Ixtapa S.n., Ixtapa, GRO
The price is ฿2,983 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿2,983
฿3,579 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Ixtapa. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. The pool areas are very clean and the pool bar was my favorite thing about the hotel. The beach area could have some more lounges or a variety of lounges and hammocks."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Emporio Ixtapa
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Condominio 02 recamaras Enna Inn Ixtapa

Condominio 02 recamaras Enna Inn Ixtapa

3 out of 5
Blvd. Paseo Ixtapa, Ixtapa, Gro.
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Ixtapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and El Palmar Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
"Amplitud del departamento, buenas vista al mar, personal amable y atento. Sugiero mejorar detalles de limpieza ya que la cafetera aún tenía residuos"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Condominio 02 recamaras Enna Inn Ixtapa
city Looft

city Looft

2 out of 5
3 Blvd. Paseo Ixtapa, Ixtapa, Gro.
Stay at this apartment in Ixtapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and Ixtapa Golf Course are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"El lugar es excelente, muy limpio y bonito recomendado para parejas o grupos de amigos"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

city Looft
Península 4-C 03 Recamaras vista al mar

Península 4-C 03 Recamaras vista al mar

3 out of 5
Blvd. Paseo Ixtapa, Ixtapa, GRO
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Ixtapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and Marina Ixtapa are located ...
"The property itself is very nice. They failed to tell us that there’s an extra charge to use the pool (per person) and an additional charge to use the gym.."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2024

Península 4-C 03 Recamaras vista al mar
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Popular places to visit

El Palmar Beach featuring a beach, a luxury hotel or resort and a sunset

El Palmar Beach

Swim, Jet Ski and dance barefoot at one of the most popular beaches in Ixtapa, which was once the site of a mango and coconut plantation.

El Palmar Beach
Linda Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple

Linda Beach

This beach is a favorite among locals and is the perfect spot to take long walks, watch beautiful sunsets and relax with a cold beer.

Linda Beach
Ixtapa Island which includes a beach

Ixtapa Island

Take a boat to this small tropical island to experience peace and quiet, enjoy sweeping coastal views and take scenic hikes.

Ixtapa Island
Marina Ixtapa featuring a marina and a sunset

Marina Ixtapa

This laidback marina filled with luxury water craft is a gateway to the beaches, golf courses and islands of Ixtapa.

Marina Ixtapa
Quieta Beach which includes sailing, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Quieta Beach

Head to this quiet stretch of coast for a family-friendly day on the beach. Try local delicacies, swim in the shallow water and enjoy a relaxing massage.

Quieta Beach

Varadero Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Varadero Beach during your travels in Ixtapa? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Varadero Beach

Things to do

Ixtapa: Underwater Adventures in Zihuatanejo

Ixtapa: Underwater Adventures in Zihuatanejo

฿2,950
per adult
Ixtapa: Underwater Adventures in Zihuatanejo
Secluded beach in Ixtapa

Playa Las Gatas Beach Break with Lunch

฿2,129
per adult
Playa Las Gatas Beach Break with Lunch
Beach and cliffs in Ixtapa

Ixtapa Island Escape with Lunch

฿2,129
per adult
Ixtapa Island Escape with Lunch
Ziplining, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo

Ziplining Adventure in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup

฿2,293
per adult
Ziplining Adventure in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup
Parrots feasting on fruit

Ixtapa City & Countryside Tour with Lunch

฿4,094
per adult
Ixtapa City & Countryside Tour with Lunch
Horseback Riding in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Mexico

Horseback Riding in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup

฿2,129
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Horseback Riding in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup
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