Ixtapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina Ixtapa featuring a marina and a sunset
Quieta Beach which includes sailing, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Marina Ixtapa showing a bay or harbour and tropical scenes
El Palmar Beach showing a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Ixtapa Island which includes rugged coastline

Where to stay in Ixtapa

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Centro Ixtapa

While there might not be top attractions in Centro Ixtapa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vista Vallarta Club de Golf and Cruise Ship Terminal.

Centro Ixtapa
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Idipe

While there might not be top attractions in Idipe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and VidantaWorld.

Idipe
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av de los Cocoteros - Lote 2, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,501 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. We options for dinner and lunch are great. We enjoyed eating lunch at the sport’s bar - it was cool, food was tasty and staff were nice. All the bar men were spectacular. S only question was about the swimming pool, the water was a bit hot. The check in was pretty good and check ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

4 out of 5
Carr. La Cruz a Punta Mita km 0.2, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, NAY
The price is ฿6,344 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,344
฿7,676 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,515 reviews)
"Very fun all inclusive hotel! Very kid friendly! Pools everywhere and all very nice!! Highly recommend this place for any family!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Cocoteros s/n, Lote LL-Cond-Maestro FI, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,183 reviews)
"Great and very fun place"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

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Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
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Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,103 reviews)
"Staff are exceptionally friendly and professional"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,579 reviews)
"Very good location .. clean .. nice staff"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

4.5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,702 reviews)
"Todo muy bien"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Malecon featuring night scenes, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Malecon

4/5(4 reviews)

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Malecon
Playa de los Muertos

Playa de los Muertos

4/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Playa de los Muertos
Playa Gemelas

Playa Gemelas

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Playa Gemelas
Los Arcos

Los Arcos

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Los Arcos
Playa Mismaloya

Playa Mismaloya

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Playa Mismaloya
Camarones Beach

Camarones Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Camarones Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's art scene.

Camarones Beach

Things to do

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Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

฿4,380
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

฿4,384
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas
Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting

Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting

฿2,698
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

฿766
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Hidden beach in Nayarit, Mexico

Marietas Islands Discovery Tour

฿5,483
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Marietas Islands Discovery Tour
Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya

Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya

฿1,306
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya
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