Zihuatanejo

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Aerial view of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo beach, Costa Grande of Guerrero. Coastal landscape with hotels and crystal clear sea. Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico.
Beautiful beach walk The Paseo del Pescador follows the beach and is a beautiful stroll from near Prinicpal to La Madera beach. Beautiful at night.
A room with a view. Sunrise in Zihua. #blue
Such a cool vibe walking down all the side streets here. All the locals smiling and enjoying the Easter festivities.
Sunset overlooking the bay. I came here hoping to find the sunset overlooking the ocean. NOPE - this was it. The place for that sunset is Ixtapa. This place would have been better to explore during the day. Still worth the visit. Good vibe

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Where to stay in Zihuatanejo

The beautiful beach of Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa, Mexico

Playa La Ropa

While visiting Playa La Ropa, you might make a stop by sights like La Ropa Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

Playa La Ropa
Zihuatanejo, Mexico - July 18, 2023: Playa La Madera with straw covered circular open-wall huts to offer shade in front of green forested hills under blue cloudscape. Boats and houses

Playa la Madera

4.5/5(85 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playa la Madera. A stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay might round out your trip.

Playa la Madera
Las Gatas Beach Zihuatanejo, Gro.

Playa Las Gatas

While visiting Playa Las Gatas, you might make a stop by sights like Las Gatas Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

Playa Las Gatas
Playa La Ropa Zihuatanejo

Zihuatanejo Centro

4/5(14 area reviews)

Unique features of Zihuatanejo Centro include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay while you're exploring the area.

Zihuatanejo Centro
A surfer walking on a beach in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico

La Palapa

If you're spending some time in La Palapa, La Madera Beach and La Ropa Beach are top sights worth seeing.

La Palapa
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Cerro del Vigia

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Though Cerro del Vigia might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Las Gatas Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

Cerro del Vigia
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Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

5 out of 5
Playa La Ropa S/N Zihuatanejo GRO
The price is $199 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$199 total
per night
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (637 reviews)
Francisco took great care of us everyday on the beach!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt
Hotel Irma

Hotel Irma

3.5 out of 5
Calle Adelita S/N Zihuatanejo GRO
The price is $98 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$98 total
per night
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Yes, right next to pool that was not crowded. On site masuse was great and meals were unexpectedly high level.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Irma
Hotel Villa Mexicana

Hotel Villa Mexicana

4 out of 5
Playa La Ropa s/n Zihuatanejo GRO
The price is $160 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$160 total
per night
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (981 reviews)
I had a shirt stay and found staff very responsive and kind. I enjoyed the ambience and ocean views. Food was delicious too.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Hotel Villa Mexicana
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Marea Beachfront Villas

Marea Beachfront Villas

4 out of 5
Carretera a Playa Blanca Lote 28 Zihuatanejo GRO
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews)
Different rooms have different views, we were in H block and had a great view of the Ocean and beach Food was limited but delicious and other options off resort are available. Entire staff was extrememly helpful and accommodating.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Marea Beachfront Villas
Solez Zihuatanejo

Solez Zihuatanejo

3 out of 5
Carretera Escénica a las Gatas. Zihuatanejo GRO
Stay at this aparthotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Beautiful new pool. Allison was the best. We loved seeing her smiling face every day.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Solez Zihuatanejo
casa adriana zihuatanejo

casa adriana zihuatanejo

2 out of 5
Eva Samano de López Mateos, la madera Zihuatanejo GRO
Stay at this apartment in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and air conditioning. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and La Madera Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
Great view and patio. Will be back!

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

casa adriana zihuatanejo
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Popular places to visit

#LifeAtExpedia Beautiful place to have dinner and stay for sunset. There is a small restaurant that serves amazing fresh fish and very good drinks. Family friendly. Travel tip: bring a small sketch book to capture ideas or inspiration from your travel. Write down food you like, ingredients or even a recipe. Names of people you meet. Ideas that come up. When you get back home, this will help bring back the feeling of connection to other places and cultures.

La Ropa Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, La Ropa Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Zihuatanejo.

La Ropa Beach
Zihuatanejo

Zihuatanejo Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Zihuatanejo Bay during your travels in Zihuatanejo. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Zihuatanejo Bay
Zihuatanejo, Mexico - July 18, 2023: Green forested hill on Punta Potosi at south end of Playa Larga. Traditional hut just off beach half hidden in jungle. Ocean water and sand. Blue sky

Larga Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Larga Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Larga Beach

La Madera Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, La Madera Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Zihuatanejo.

La Madera Beach

Las Gatas Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Las Gatas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Las Gatas Beach

Municipal Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Municipal Market during your trip to Zihuatanejo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Municipal Market

Things to do

Ixtapa: Las Gatas Beach Adventure

Ixtapa: Las Gatas Beach Adventure

$32
per adult
Ixtapa: Las Gatas Beach Adventure
Hermosa Isla de ixtapa

Hermosa Isla de ixtapa

$70
per adult
Hermosa Isla de ixtapa
Snorkel and Kayak in Las Gatas Beach

Snorkel and Kayak in Las Gatas Beach

$90
per adult
Snorkel and Kayak in Las Gatas Beach
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Reviews of Zihuatanejo

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
96
5 - Excellent 71%
4 - Good
34
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
6
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

DAVID

We love the fishing! View of the ocean! Walking everywhere! Lots of taxis and friendly people. Fresh cooked seafood! Best combinations for a small seaport but big enough with a lot to do.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

No need for rental car, as resort is close to the airport and taxis and buses are plentiful and cheap.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love it!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I love zih and will be back, we stay in ixtapa but love to visit zih for a couple of days here and there,

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We loved the laid back environment and older crowd.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We had a wonderful time !! Everything was perfect

Cities near Zihuatanejo

Boat at Playa las Gatas in Ixtapa, Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico.; Shutterstock ID 144512618

Ixtapa

Aerial View of White Beach in "Barra de Potosi" in Guerrero Mexico

Barra de Potosi

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