Best Hotels in Zihuatanejo Downtown, Mexico | Travel guru (2024)

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, By Hyatt

9.0 / 10

(102 Reviews)

From 209$
Hotel Aura Del Mar

9.2 / 10

(321 Reviews)

From 109$
Hotel Zihua Express

8.6 / 10

(31 Reviews)

From 34$
Worldmark By Wyndham Zihuatanejo

6.5 / 10

(2 Reviews)

From 149$
Hotel Corona Zihua

7.7 / 10

(56 Reviews)

From 43$

Central hotels in Zihuatanejo offer guests a variety of amenities and accommodations. Visitors can choose from a number of different hotels, all of which are centrally-located in the city. Whether you are looking for a luxurious resort or something more modest, you will find a Central hotel to fit your needs.

The Central hotels are some of the best in the city, and offer guests a wide range of amenities. Many of the hotels have beautiful gardens and swimming pools, as well as restaurants and bars. The hotels are also within walking distance of the best shops, restaurants, and bars in Zihuatanejo.

Choosing a Central hotel is the perfect way to enjoy your stay in Zihuatanejo. The hotels are centrally-located, making it easy to explore the city. The hotels also offer a variety of amenities, ensuring that you will have a comfortable stay.

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9

Excellent

102 Reviews

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, By Hyatt

📍 Playa La Ropa S/N

From 209$

The 3-star Thompson Zihuatanejo Hotel is set 3.2 km from Picante Catamaran and 1.6 km from Zihuatanejo Bay. The venue has to offer windsurfing, diving and water skiing plus a tropical garden, boasting location next to La Ropa Beach.

The accommodation is located 1 km from the centre of Zihuatanejo and a couple of minutes' drive from Las Gatas Beach Club. You'll be 100 metres from the white-sand beach.

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9.2

Excellent

321 Reviews

Hotel Aura Del Mar

📍 Eva Samano De Lopez Mateos S/N

From 109$

Providing 27 rooms, Hotel Aura Del Mar Zihuatanejo offers a hillside location about 1.1 km from the lake. Guests can enjoy a sunbathing terrace, water slides and chaise longues as well as spectacular views at this venue, while staying in Zihuatanejo.

The accommodation is situated a 5-minute walk from La Madera Beach and next to the shallow-watered Playa la madera. Municipal Market is set just 0.5 km away. The sandy beach is 9 minutes' walk away. Bahia de Zihuatanejo is located not very far from Hotel Aura Del Mar.

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8.6

Excellent

31 Reviews

Hotel Zihua Express

📍 Las Palmas No. 5

From 34$

Featuring complimentary parking and an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Zihua Express is located in Centro de Zihuatanejo district, 1.4 km from La Ropa Beach. It is 400 metres from La Madera Beach and a few steps from Paseo de Pescador.

The venue is situated 1 km from Zihuatanejo city centre and 15 km from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International airport. The accommodation is located next to Principal Beach. This hotel is also a short drive from Delfiniti of Mexico Colorful Family Waterpark.

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6.5

Good

2 Reviews

Worldmark By Wyndham Zihuatanejo

📍 Paseo Del Morro 5

From 149$

The business Worldmark By Wyndham Zihuatanejo Hotel is 15 minutes' walk from La Ropa Beach in Zihuatanejo. This venue features entertainment activities and a bar as well as Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.

Park Bio Zihua is less than 2.6 km away. The hotel is located next to Contramar Beach. Fisherman's Walk is also located near the property. The accommodation is only a short drive from the protected Playa las Gatas Beach.

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7.7

Very good

56 Reviews

Hotel Corona Zihua

📍 Carlos Pellicer, 8

From 43$

Hotel Corona Zihua, set in Centro de Zihuatanejo district, 800 metres from Zihuatanejo Bay, features an outdoor swimming pool, a sun deck and a roof-top pool on site. Sociedad Cooperativa Jose Azueta Fishing Club is located near the venue, and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International airport is approximately a 13-minute drive away.

This accommodation is in a 6-minute walk from La Zapoteca. The hotel is 1 km from Zihuatanejo city centre. Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande is also located near the property. The protected Playa las Gatas Beach is only a short drive away.

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Hotels in Zihuatanejo

Airport nearby ✈️ Lazaro Cardenas, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International
Average Price 💰 266$
Hotels in Zihuatanejo 🏨 182
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 631
Landmarks nearby 📍 Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande, Paseo de Pescador, King's Reef, Casa Marina, Suazo Art Gallery
Top Hotel for couples 💑 Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, By Hyatt
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Hotel Aura Del Mar
Hotel with a view 🔍 Hotel Zihua Express

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8.3

Very good

345 Reviews

Hotel Irma

📍 Calle Adelita S/N, Zihuatanejo, Mx

From 95$

Entertainment activities and a bar are offered at Hotel Irma Zihuatanejo, located 0.6 km from Iglesia Angelus. The venue is situated in Colonia La Madera district, near Partenon del Negro Durazo Cemetery.

The centre of Zihuatanejo can be reached within a 10-minute walk. The shallow-watered Playa la madera is 1.6 km from the accommodation. Bahia de Zihuatanejo is also located near the hotel. You can get to La Madera Beach in a few minutes by car.

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8.8

Excellent

379 Reviews

Villas El Morro

📍 Paseo Del Morro Lote 4

From 44$

Located a few minutes' drive from Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande, Villas El Morro Zihuatanejo offers 13 air-conditioned rooms. Playa Contramar is 1.3 km from the venue and Contramar Beach is 0.8 km away.

The centre of Zihuatanejo can be reached within a 15-minute walk. The accommodation is situated in Almacen district, close to Picante Catamaran.

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8.1

Very good

219 Reviews

Hotel Las Salinas

📍 Huitzilopochtli Sin Numero Colonia Cuauhtemoc

From 28$

Located 500 metres from Sociedad de Servicios Turisticos Triangulo del Sol, the 3-star Hotel Las Salinas Zihuatanejo offers comfortable rooms within a 20-minute walk of La Ropa Beach. To ensure an exceptional stay in Zihuatanejo, multilingual staff stands ready to provide airport transfer service, 24-hour front desk assistance and 24-hour security service.

The venue is 2 km from the city centre and adjacent to Cinema Paraiso. A short distance to a port enables you to get to Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande in no time. The protected Playa las Gatas Beach is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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8.6

Excellent

138 Reviews

Hotel Villa Mexicana

📍 Playa La Ropa S/N

From 128$

Hotel Villa Mexicana Zihuatanejo boasts a prime setting not far from La Ropa Beach. Featuring 64 rooms with views of the ocean, this hotel is set within a short ride from Zihuatanejo Bay.

The venue is just 0.8 km away from Virgin of the Tree. The property is settled 2.6 km away from Paseo de Pescador.

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8.9

Excellent

182 Reviews

Villas Mercedes

📍 Adelita, 59

From 41$

Nestled near Zihuatanejo Bay, the 3-star Villas Mercedes offers beautiful rooms with WiFi throughout the venue. La Ropa Beach is a few minutes' drive from the accommodation, while the Catholic church "Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish" is 1.1 km away.

The hotel is located near Kioto Plaza, in the centre of Zihuatanejo. Guests will be 9 minutes' walk from Partenon del Negro Durazo Cemetery.

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8.8

Excellent

239 Reviews

Bungalows La Madera Aparthotel

📍 Eva Samano De Lopez Mateos 25 Colonia La Madera, 40880, Zihuatanejo, Mx

From 64$

Located near Zihuatanejo Bay, the 2-star Bungalows La Madera Aparthotel has laundry facilities and housekeeping service. Situated in Colonia La Madera district, the aparthotel is set 1.1 km from La Ropa Beach.

The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to La Madera Beach. The beach is just 850 metres from the accommodation. Delfiniti of Mexico Colorful Family Waterpark is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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7.5

Very good

45 Reviews

Hotel Zihua Caracol

📍 Calle Adelita Sn Playa La Madera

From 90$

The 3-star Hotel Zihua Caracol provides quick access to Zihuatanejo Bay and offers complimentary private parking and an outdoor swimming pool. Park Bio Zihua is a 10-minute drive away and Ixtapa Golf Course can be reached within 15 minutes by car.

The venue is set about 10 minutes’ walk from the sand beach. The accommodation is 1 km from the centre of Zihuatanejo. Hotel Zihua Caracol is next door to Municipal Market.

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7.2

Good

52 Reviews

Solimar Inn Suites

📍 Higos 4

From 90$

Hotel Solimar Inn Suites Zihuatanejo, located 2.4 km from the protected Playa las Gatas Beach, features a storage room and a safety deposit box. La Ropa Beach is less than 1.3 km away.

The venue is situated 1 km from Zihuatanejo city centre and 15 km from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International airport. Attractions within walking distance include Zihuatanejo Bay and Municipal Market. Hotel Solimar Inn Suites is a short ride from Picante Catamaran.

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8.5

Very good

176 Reviews

Villa Del Pescador

📍 De La Noria 7

From 112$

Villa Del Pescador, located in Centro de Zihuatanejo district, 1.8 km from Zihuatanejo Bay, features views of the sea. Wi Fi is available throughout the property as well as free self-parking, a sundeck and a year-round outdoor pool are available on site.

The property is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Zihuatanejo, not far from El Contramar. Park Bio Zihua is about 2.6 km away. Picante Catamaran is also located near the hotel. The venue is only a short drive from Boulevard Paseo Ixtapa.

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8.5

Very good

82 Reviews

Hotel J.B.

📍 Carretera Escenica Playa La Ropa S/N. Col. La Ropa

From 46$

Located in 800 metres from La Ropa Beach, Hotel J.B. Zihuatanejo offers free self-parking, a sun terrace and a swimming pool. Zihuatanejo Bay is less than 2.4 km away.

The venue boasts a strategic location within 10 minutes' walk of the city centre. The property features 15 comfortable rooms featuring fridges and utensils. Park bio is nearby.

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9.1

Excellent

45 Reviews

Villa Diamante

📍 Calle Diamante Esquina De Calle Rubi

From 60$

Villa Diamante is rated 3 stars and provides visitors of Zihuatanejo with free parking and a garden. Guests can access Picante Catamaran within a 5-minute drive of the property, while Playa Contramar is a 10-minute walk away.

The venue is set in Centro de Zihuatanejo district, within easy reach of Zihuatanejo Bay. The city centre is within 5 minutes' walk away. Villa Diamante is a short ride from the protected Playa las Gatas Beach.

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8.9

Excellent

245 Reviews

Hotel Casa De La Palma Bed & Breakfast

📍 Calle Ciruelos S/N

From 44$

The 2-star Hotel Casa De La Palma Zihuatanejo provides quick access to Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande and offers an outdoor swimming pool and a sunbathing terrace. La Madera Beach is within 600 metres of the venue and Paseo de Pescador is within 650 metres of it.

Situated in Centro de Zihuatanejo district, this accommodation is 5 minutes walk from the centre of Zihuatanejo. The hotel is located next to Kioto Plaza. A short drive will take you to Las Gatas Beach Club.

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7.6

Very good

367 Reviews

Villas Miramar

📍 Adelita Lote 78 Col. La Madera, Zihuatanejo, Mx

From 45$

Boasting free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy free rooms, Villas Miramar Zihuatanejo is located just 1 km from La Ropa Beach. The property is set in Colonia La Madera district, in vicinity of Zihuatanejo Bay.

Delfiniti of Mexico Colorful Family Waterpark is less than 7 km away. A 10-minute walk will take you into the centre of Zihuatanejo. The hotel is also set close to La Madera Beach.

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Club Intrawest Hotel

📍 Camino Escenico Playa La Ropa S/N

From 311$

Club Intrawest Hotel Zihuatanejo is located 1.4 km from Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande and features a satellite TV and a bar. La Ropa Beach is not far from the venue and La Madera Beach is about 650 metres away.

Zihuatanejo centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. The beach is just 100 metres from the accommodation. Club Intrawest Hotel is a few minutes' drive from Principal Beach.

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6.9

Good

4 Reviews

Hotel Arturo'S

📍 Andador Agustin Yanez

From 45$

Hotel Arturo'S Zihuatanejo, located 450 metres from Playa Principal, features a safety deposit box and a parking. El Embarcadero can be found 500 metres from the venue.

This low-budget accommodation is placed about 15 km from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International airport and a few minutes' walk from La Zapoteca. It is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Zihuatanejo. Bahia de Zihuatanejo is also located near the hotel. A short drive will take you to the protected Playa las Gatas Beach.

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7.2

Good

42 Reviews

Hotel Casa Sun And Moon

📍 Adelita 10 Playa De La Madera

From 78$

Featuring a free carpark, a solarium and a sun deck, Casa Sun And Moon Hotel is set 1 km from La Ropa Beach in Zihuatanejo. The venue is set in Colonia La Madera district, within easy reach of Zihuatanejo Bay.

Iglesia Angelus is located near the accommodation, and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International airport is approximately a 13-minute drive away. Playa Libre is 25 minutes on foot from the property. Casa Sun And Moon Hotel is a short ride from Archaeological Museum of the Costa Grande.

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Zihuatanejo City Center Hotels FAQ

Which good central hotels in Zihuatanejo would you recommend?

If you're searching for the coolest central accommodation, there are 10 deals to select from. Visitors highly rated Marea Beachfront Villas (rating: 8.8/10) with an outdoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool and housekeeping service at the price of 534US$ per night. Alternatively, check Casa Cuitlateca (rating: 7.6/10) for 1435US$ per night.

What are the best cheap central hotels in Zihuatanejo?

If you're on a budget, gurutravelguides.com offers 3 central deals to select from. Villas Paraiso rated 7.8/10 is great for your budget stay in Zihuatanejo. This 3-star property has medical service, cots and lawn tennis. As an alternative, check Hotel J.B. Rated 7.8/10 providing an outdoor swimming pool and a sunbathing terrace on site at the cost of 39US$ per night.

What are the top luxury central hotels in Zihuatanejo?

If you're interested in a deluxe Zihuatanejo getaway, there are 13 posh accommodations on gurutravelguides.com. You may book Club Intrawest for about 253US$ per night. As an alternative, book Loma Del Mar rated 9.4/10 for 144US$ per night. This 5-star option provides bank service, wedding services and a business centre on site.

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FAQs

Is it better to stay in Ixtapa or Zihuatanejo? ›

We much prefered Zihua with its cobblestone streets, lively restaurants, and authentic atmosphere to the tourist areas that covered Ixtapa. If you're heading to the area and trying to decide between the two towns, we suggest staying in Zihua.

What is the best time of year to visit Zihuatanejo? ›

The best time to go to Zihuatanejo

Travelers to Zihuantanejo will enjoy temperatures in the 80°F range year-round, which is why many US travelers visit during the winter, and why the region's high season is from October to June.

Can you swim in the ocean in Zihuatanejo? ›

All beaches in Zihuatanejo are safe for swimming.

Is Ixtapa safe in 2024? ›

Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is considered very safe. Developed as a tourist destination by the Mexican government, Ixtapa has a reputation to uphold as a safe place to travel for tourists as their economy relies on it.

Are there cartels in Zihuatanejo? ›

A latest operation in the south of the country has revealed the cartels and police are also coming into close contact, so much so that federal police detained every officer of the Zihuatanejo municipal police force to find the false agents. The bust came through a tip from the town's own mayor Gustavo Garcia.

Is it safe to travel to Zihuatanejo right now? ›

Guerrero - Avoid all travel

There is a threat of armed violence, banditry, and looting in cities and on roads. This advisory excludes the cities of Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, where you should exercise a high degree of caution.

What neighborhood is best in Zihuatanejo? ›

You might start your search in Centro or Almacen, two top-rated neighborhoods to visit. Travelers are often drawn to Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo for its beaches and seaside views. Nature lovers might enjoy a trip to La Ropa Beach and La Madera Beach while exploring the area.

Why is Zihuatanejo so popular? ›

Zihuatanejo's main attraction is its bay, which is well-protected from open ocean. It is a favorite place to moor boats from small private ones to large yachts during the winter months.

Which is better, Ixtapa or Puerto Vallarta? ›

In our opinion, it's more charming, so much more beautiful, and love, love poking around the town finding new places. Beach walking is better in Ixtapa vs. the hotel zone in P.V. as it's quite rocky and smaller area before you hit the river. But the scenic bay with the mountain backdrop is a view that is stunning!

Are there crocodiles in Zihuatanejo Mexico? ›

Crocodiles are known to roam the area of Zihuatanejo, and other popular beaches in Mexico. There are three types including the Morelet crocodile, the American crocodile, and the Spectacled Caiman crocodile.

What is the difference between Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo? ›

Both towns attract more Mexicans than international visitors, especially families, who savor the tranquil settings. Ixtapa tends to have more high-rise luxury and mid-priced hotels while Zihuatanejo has more old family-style inns and bungalows with a few romantic, ultradeluxe hotels geared to honeymooners.

Are there sharks in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo? ›

All that said, sharks are a different Kettle of fish (pun intended), especially Bull Sharks. Those nasty buggers are known a to be in the waters off Ixtapa and Zihua. We seldom see them because they normally hunt at night in deep water.

Are there mosquitoes in Zihuatanejo? ›

The risk for mosquito activity is extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites.

Are taxis safe in Ixtapa? ›

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Ixtapa is generally reliable and safe. Buses and taxis are the primary modes of transport available. Buses are regularly serviced and drivers are courteous. Taxis are plentiful, and it's recommended to stick with authorized taxis for your safety.

How far apart are Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo? ›

Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo, although just four miles apart, offer two distinctly different Mexico vacation experiences, so make sure to choose a hotel in the area that fits your vacation style.

Is Ixtapa worth visiting? ›

Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo are a popular destination for Mexicans in Mexico City or Guadalajara to escape city life, but still very undiscovered by tourists. The area is laid back, not crowded (except for Easter and New Years), and has a charm to it that quickly makes you fall in love!

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