The 18 best Luxury Hotels in Ixtapa - Sara Lind's Guide 2024 (2024)

Delightful property. Hip. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. This secluded resort in Ixtapa Zihuatenejo is located on a cliff overlooking the ocean. The resort offers 3 on-site restaurants, a bar, full-service spa and guest rooms with small, private pools. Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa features a flat-screen TV and free WiFi in every guest room. All guest rooms offer views of the ocean from the private balcony. Air conditioning and a refreshment center with free drinks are also provided. This hotel ranked among the top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World. Guests at the Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa can use the modern gym or arrange an outdoor massage. An outdoor swimming pool with food and beverage service is also featured. A Mares restaurant at the Cala de Mar in Ixtapa serves Mexican cuisine. The resort's Seafood Market restaurant offers fresh seafood. The 3-level Terrace Bar features ocean views. Room service is available 24 hours.

This is the coolest, most well designed and elegant luxury hotel in Ixtapa. It also has very cosy rooms and outstanding views. It is very popular among couples travelling to Ixtapa.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 13

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Great interior design. Offering beautiful suites overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Pacifica Golf is set on Vista Hermosa Beach. This resort features views to the golf course, a gym and 6 outdoor swimming pools. Each beautifully decorated suite at the Pacifica Golf has tiled floors. All accommodation has a small seating area and a flat-screen TV. The bedroom opens onto the terrace overlooking the beach. El Faro Restaurant serves international cuisine and offers impressive views of Ixtapa Bay. Italian cuisine is served in the Bugambilias Restaurant, while Tulipanes Restaurant offers themed dinners throughout the week. The resort has its own cable car circuit and also features a supermarket, children’s club and self-service laundry facilities. Activities such as kayaking, sailing and paragliding take place on the beach.

Hotel rating: 8 (very good)

Rooms: 50

Stars: 5

Providing an ideal beachfront location in the center of Ixtapa's hotel district, this hotel offers on-site dining options along with comfortable accommodations and friendly, multi-lingual services. The Krystal Ixtapa provides everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay, including an on-site gift shop, activities for kids and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Guests can also dine at one of the hotel's several on-site restaurants or relaxing with a co*cktail from one of the bars. Guests at the Krystal Ixtapa can easily discover a variety of recreational activities only moments away. Deep-sea fishing, golfing, shopping, swimming and sailing are all available nearby.

Hotel rating: 7.5 (pleasant)

Rooms: 40

Stars: 4

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Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great value. Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Ixzi Plus is located in Ixtapa in the Guerrero Region, 6 km from Zihuatanejo. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a flat screen TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms include views of the pool or garden. The rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar, open seasonally. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel has a terrace and views of the mountains. You can engage in various activities, such as golfing and cycling. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport is 18 km away.

I think this place could be the most RELAXING luxury hotel in Ixtapa.

Hotel rating: 8.1 (very good)

Rooms: 40

Stars: 4

Lovely property. Nice style. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Located in Ixtapa, 4.4 km from Zihuatanejo, Las Brisas Ixtapa features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. The resort has an outdoor pool and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the specialty restaurant. Certain rooms have a private bathroom with a hot tub, while others have bathrobes and free toiletries. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Las Brisas Ixtapa features free WiFi . A flat-screen TV is provided. There is a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and gift shop at the property. You can play tennis at the resort.

This resort has a highly rated breakfast.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 125

Stars: 5

Resort. Set on Ixtapa Beach, Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All Inclusive features an outdoor swimming pool, spa and gym. Its terrace offers impressive views of the Pacific Ocean. Each room at the Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa has bright décor. All rooms have air conditioning and satellite TV. Some rooms offer ocean or garden views. A variety of meal options are available at the Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa, enjoy buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at Frutas & Flores and La Isla or choose to have an á la carte dinner at La Terraza. Other options include Caña Brava open during the day, as well as the Pool Bar and Lobby bar offering a selection of beverages.A Mexican Fiesta is featured on Saturdays as well as a mix of night entertainment subject to the hotels programming. The Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa organises aerobics and yoga classes, as well as cycling excursions around Ixtapa. There are also volleyball and tennis courts on site.Guests can make use of the gym.

Hotel rating: 8.1 (very good)

Rooms: 565

Stars: 4

Elegant. Great value. Great breakfast. This beachfront hotel is located on 15 acres of tropical gardens in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. The all-inclusive hotel offers 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 restaurants and 4 bars. Qualton Club Ixtapa offers a beach volleyball court, a soccer field and a tennis court. At the hotel's beach club, guests can rent kayaks or snorkeling gear. Jalapeño Restaurant at the Ixtapa Qualton Club is located directly on the beach and offers lunch and afternoon snacks. Villalinda Restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guest rooms at the Qualton Club in Ixtapa are equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning. Private bathrooms and balconies are also included in each room.

This resort has great affordability.

Hotel rating: 8.2 (very good)

Rooms: 20

Stars: 4

Trendy. Charming. Comfortable beds. Featuring a furnished terrace with a swimming pool, massage service, hot tub, 4 restaurants and 3 bars, this complex is located in front of Zihuatanejo Beach and 15 km from Zihuatanejo Town Centre. The luxury suites have modern-colourful décor, air conditioning, safety box, minibar, flat-screen cable TV . The bathrooms are private and come with shower and spa bath. The restaurants offer Mexican specialties, Asian cuisine, Italian cuisine and an international buffet. There are also 3 pool bars, 1 of them with a waterfall. The lobby bar and the snack bar are also available. Guests can relax at the sauna, in the hot tub and with a massage. The gym is another option. This eco-resort can arrange activities like biking. In the room Wifi is available with a extra cost. Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites - Spa & Convention Centre is 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel zone and 14 km from the bus station. Zihuatanejo International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 60

Stars: 5

Resort. This Ixtapa resort provides scenic ocean views and private beach, large outdoor pool and tour information. The resort offers International and Mexican cuisine, nightly entertainment and rooms with a minibar. Tesoro Ixtapa Beach Resort guest rooms include satellite TV. Each room offers a garden view or partial ocean view. Daily activities at Tesoro Ixtapa Beach Resort consist of beach volleyball, aqua aerobics and dancing lessons. Guests can also take Spanish lessons or play water polo. On-site dining includes a buffet at La Mar, a la carte options and a pool bar. The 7/24 Lounge offers 24-hour snacks and refreshments. The Costa Grande Archaeology Museum is located near Ixtapa Tesoro. Palma Real and Marina Ixtapa are within driving distance of the resort.

Hotel rating: 7.8 (pleasant)

Rooms: 190

Stars: 4

Offering a beautiful setting on Ixtapa Beach, Posada Real Ixtapa features an outdoor swimming pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Its attractive rooms have free Wi-Fi. Posada Real Ixtapa’s air-conditioned rooms feature bright décor. There is satellite TV, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom. The oceanfront Tropicana Restaurant offers international cuisine, while El Pacifico and Los Delfines bars serve co*cktails and light meals. There is also a bar on the hotel’s private part of Ixtapa Beach. The centre of Zihuatanejo is just 15 minutes’ drive from the Posada Real. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport is 20 km away.

Hotel rating: 7.8 (pleasant)

Rooms: 258

Stars: 4

Apartment hotel. This 4-star hotel in Ixtapa, Guerrero, Mexico, is 15 minutes from the International Airport of Zihuatanejo. It features 2 pools, a restaurant and spacious suites with a fully equipped kitchenette. Each suite at Hotel Puerta Del Mar Ixtapa is individually decorated in authentic Mexican style and has a private terrace. They offer air-conditioning, a separate living area with a dining table and cable TV. Hotel Puerta features a gym, solarium, sauna and outdoor jacuzzi. A car rental service and a tour desk are available on site. Guests can also take advantage of free parking. A full menu and drink area served at the restaurant and bar. Room service is another option for added convenience. The Marina and Market Street is less than 15 minutes from Ixtapa Hotel Puerta Del Mar.

Hotel rating: 7.2 (pleasant)

Rooms: 38

Stars: 4

Resort. Located just steps from El Palmar Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on Mexico's Pacific Coast, this Ixtapa hotel offers relaxing services and a variety of dining options. Fontan Ixtapa features a refreshing swimming pool. Spend the day at the beach or relax with a massage, while the kids play at the Children's Club. Wake up with a buffet breakfast at Ixtapa Fontan's Real Palapa restaurant. Guests can also enjoy dinner at Miramar, then have a drink at the on-site sports bar. .

Hotel rating: 7.1 (pleasant)

Rooms: 179

Stars: 4

Resort. This beachfront hotel offers an outdoor pool with waterslides, and air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony. It is located in Itxapa, 20 minutes’ drive from Itxapa Zihuatanejo Airport. Sunscape Dorado Pacífico Beach Resort has 6 restaurants, serving a range of food including Italian, Mexican and International food. There are 4 bars, one of which is a swim-up bar. The hotel’s spa features a fitness centre and a range of treatments. There is also a tennis court and a table tennis table. The hotel provides an entertainment programme for children. The rooms at the Sunscape Dorado Pacífico feature tiled floors and blue and white décor. Each one comes with flat-screen satellite TV and a coffee-maker.

Hotel rating: 6.9 (okay)

Rooms: 257

Stars: 4

Beautiful. Great location. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. Situated on Palmer Beach, on the western coast of Mexico, this all-inclusive resort offers stunning ocean views, access to a variety of activities and delicious on-site dining. Barcelo Ixtapa - All-Inclusive features 2 swimming pools and 1 children pool, 3 tennis courts, soccer court, and a multi-sports court. Adults can workout in the fitness center or play a game of beach volleyball, while the kids have fun at the kid's club. After a day spent at the beach, guests can relax with a massage. Visitors to the All-Inclusive Barcelo Ixtapa will enjoy an assortment of regional and international cuisine. After a buffet breakfast at The Veranda, guests can sip a co*cktail from the poolside El Caracol restaurant. In the evening, the Cascada Bar is a great place for a relaxing drink.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 360

Stars: 4

Resort. Boasting an exceptional oceanfront location on El Palmar Bay, this all-inclusive hotel provides easy access to area attractions and activities and offers 3 restaurants, a snack bar and 4 bars, along with many modern facilities. Park Royal Ixtapa- All Inclusive features a spacious outdoor swimming pool along with an on-site gift shop and fitness centre. Guests at the hotel can also enjoy a variety of on-site activities, including Spanish lessons, cooking classes and contests. In the area surrounding the Ixtapa Park Royal, guests can experience fishing, boating, parasailing and more. The charming fishing village of Zihuantanejo is also ideally placed nearby. The marina as well as a variety of shopping centres is also only a short walk away.

Hotel rating: 7.9 (pleasant)

Rooms: 142

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. This Ixtapa hotel is located on a private beach overlooking Palmar Bay. It has a spacious outdoor pool, children’s pool, full-service spa and rooms with minibars. Emporio Ixtapa - with Optional All Inclusive rooms include a private bathroom and air conditioning. The hotel offers 24-hour room service to guests. There are 2 buffet restaurants at the Emporio. The Condimento Restaurant features Mexican and International buffets. The hotel has a pool bar, which features snacks, drinks and beach-side service. The Ixtapa Emporio features activities for children and adults, including bike tours, tennis and volleyball. The Emporio hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Zihuatanejo, which features shopping. Guests can find dining across the street from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 8 (very good)

Rooms: 345

Stars: 5

Ixtapa Palace features 3 swimming pools, hot tub, tennis courts and mini golf. The property is located 200 metres from Ixtapa Bay and 1 km from Ixtapa Marina. The rooms offer air conditioning, wardrobe, satellite TV and telephone. The bathrooms come with a shower and free toiletries, and the kitchens have microwave, fridge and coffee maker. The on-site restaurant is open all day. Guests can find other options within 1 km. A gym, spa treatments and steam room are also available. There is an onsite minimarket and bike rental. Ixtapa Palace is 15 minutes’ drive from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Bay and 20 minutes’ drive from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport.

Hotel rating: 7.5 (pleasant)

Rooms: 26

Stars: 4

Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated in the base of a tropical hillside, this all Inclusive resort is located in Ixtapa, Mexico, only 5 km from the city's entertainment district. Azul Ixtapa All Inclusive Resort features beautiful Pacific Ocean views with impressive rock formations jutting out of the bay. Enjoy 3 pools and a children's water park. Guests can also stay productive in the hotel's state-of-the-art business centre. Activities such as deep-sea fishing, diving and surfing are available in the area. Two professional golf courses are also located nearby. In the evening, Azul Ixtapa offers professional shows and DJ music nightly.

I rate this as one of the most CHARMING resorts in Ixtapa. It also has super comfortable beds.

Hotel rating: 8.4 (very good)

Rooms: 90

Stars: 5