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 August
Estimated hotel price
$278
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in August
Estimated hotel price
$278
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

PrimeraPlus operates bus routes to Ixtapa. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around $229. From León, the ticket costs about $240 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

PrimeraPlus operates bus routes to Ixtapa. From Santiago de Querétaro, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 629 km and will cost you around $229. From León, the ticket costs about $240 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 (1,360 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,681 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,558 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,365 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,875 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,383 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (877 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,445 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,063 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,599 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (441 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,809 reviews)
VivaAerobus
Good (871 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,326 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 $406 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $514 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)
$643+
Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$440+
Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$164+
Hotel Villa Mexicana
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$185+
Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$147+
Hotel Irma
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$135+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay $2.09 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 $25.08 and $33.43. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.09 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 $25.08 and $33.43. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ixtapa, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.