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.

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When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
€162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
€162
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

You can travel by bus to Ixtapa using PrimeraPlus or Bus. From Morelia, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 451 km and will cost you around €42. From Santiago de Querétaro, the ticket costs about €130 for a journey of 629 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

You can travel by bus to Ixtapa using PrimeraPlus or Bus. From Morelia, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 451 km and will cost you around €42. From Santiago de Querétaro, the ticket costs about €130 for a journey of 629 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Ixtapa

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (1,331 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,367 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,639 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,859 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,464 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,680 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,696 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,284 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,696 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (927 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,439 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,802 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,458 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (383 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,326 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,811 reviews)
Viva
Good (822 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,230 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

Average rates range from around €262 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €229 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites - Spa & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€241+
Azul Ixtapa Beach Resort and Convention Center
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€142+
Barcelo Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€196+
Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€156+
Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€77+
Krystal Ixtapa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€124+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay €1.22 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 €14.53 and €19.37. Intermediate (Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €1.22 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 €14.53 and €19.37. Intermediate (Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

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