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. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in September
Estimated hotel price
$285
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in September
Estimated hotel price
$285
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 9 miles from the city centre.

Bus

PrimeraPlus operates bus routes to Ixtapa. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 391 miles and will cost you around $256. From León, the ticket costs about $270 for a journey of 445 miles. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Ixtapa, you’ll arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Bus

PrimeraPlus operates bus routes to Ixtapa. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 391 miles and will cost you around $256. From León, the ticket costs about $270 for a journey of 445 miles. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Ixtapa

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (848 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,586 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,956 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,465 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,865 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,661 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (717 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (967 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (810 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,798 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
VivaAerobus
Good (441 reviews)
Volaris
Good (704 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

Average rates range from around $455 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $523 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$371+
Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$229+
Hotel Irma
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$160+
Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$158+
Hotel Las Salinas
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$59+
Hotel Villa Mexicana
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$203+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay $2.34 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 $28.04 and $37.38. The most frequently booked car type in Ixtapa is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Renault Duster or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.34 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 $28.04 and $37.38. The most frequently booked car type in Ixtapa is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Renault Duster or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.