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. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ixtapa has to offer.

When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in October
Estimated hotel price
$243
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. The shortest flight to Ixtapa from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 43h 16m.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ixtapa, including PrimeraPlus, Parhikuni and Futura. From Morelia, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 280 miles and will cost you around $155. From Santiago de Querétaro, the ticket costs about $234 for a journey of 391 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. The shortest flight to Ixtapa from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 43h 16m.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ixtapa, including PrimeraPlus, Parhikuni and Futura. From Morelia, the bus ride to Ixtapa takes 280 miles and will cost you around $155. From Santiago de Querétaro, the ticket costs about $234 for a journey of 391 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 (4,593 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,510 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (957 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,778 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,912 reviews)
VivaAerobus
Good (438 reviews)
Volaris
Good (709 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

Average rates range from around $403 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $457 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)
$392+
Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$193+
Azul Ixtapa Beach Resort and Convention Center
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$379+
Barcelo Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$326+
Hotel Irma
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$144+
Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$306+

Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay $2.16 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 $25.90 and $34.53. 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 Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.16 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 $25.90 and $34.53. 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 Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.