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
AED 557
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
AED 557
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 PrimeraPlus, Estrella de Oro and Futura. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around AED 499. From León, the ticket costs about AED 514 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 PrimeraPlus, Estrella de Oro and Futura. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around AED 499. From León, the ticket costs about AED 514 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 (8,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,883 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,228 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,122 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,423 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (887 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,456 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,970 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,027 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,276 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (432 reviews)
VivaAerobus
Good (854 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,803 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,314 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 AED 951 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,054 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)
AED 1,878+
Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,267+
Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 401+
Hotel Villa Mexicana
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 507+
Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 306+
Hotel Irma
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 351+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay AED 4.63 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 AED 55.54 and AED 74.05. 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 AED 4.63 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 AED 55.54 and AED 74.05. 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.