Ixtapa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ixtapa

With a population of 5,207, Ixtapa is a must-see destination in Guerrero, Mexico.

When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
$253
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
$253
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ixtapa

Plane

When flying to Ixtapa, you’ll arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), which is located 15 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ixtapa, including Estrella de Oro, PrimeraPlus and Futura. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around $227. From León, the ticket costs about $234 for a journey of 716 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Ixtapa, you’ll arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), which is located 15 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ixtapa, including Estrella de Oro, PrimeraPlus and Futura. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around $227. From León, the ticket costs about $234 for a journey of 716 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Ixtapa

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,828 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,668 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,885 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,126 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,421 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (887 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,457 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,966 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,024 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,259 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (430 reviews)
VivaAerobus
Good (853 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,800 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,315 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

From 5-star hotels such as the Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites Spa and Convention Center to great affordable options like the Posada Real Ixtapa, Ixtapa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $432 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $479 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

La Casa Que Canta
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
$854+
Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$576+
Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$182+
Hotel Villa Mexicana
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$230+
Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$139+
Hotel Irma
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$160+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay $2.11 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.25 and $33.67. The most frequently booked car type in Ixtapa is Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Beat or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.11 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.25 and $33.67. The most frequently booked car type in Ixtapa is Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Beat or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.