Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ixtapa travel guide

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

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When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in June
Estimated hotel price
€153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in June
Estimated hotel price
€153
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

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

Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Ixtapa

LZCLazaro Cardenas
ZIHIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (1,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,129 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,229 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,673 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,825 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,695 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,583 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,211 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,254 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (343 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,830 reviews)
Viva
Good (815 reviews)
Mexicana de Aviación
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

From 5-star hotels such as the Barcelo Ixtapa to great affordable options like the Posada Real Ixtapa, Ixtapa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €234 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

Hotel Azul Ixtapa Grand Resort Spa and Convention Center
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€237+
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Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€189+
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Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€88+
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Barcelo Ixtapa
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
€184+
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Krystal Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
€163+
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Fontan Ixtapa
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
€146+
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Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay €1.24 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 €14.79 and €19.71. Economy (Chevrolet Beat or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €1.24 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 €14.79 and €19.71. Economy (Chevrolet Beat or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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