Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ixtapa has to offer.

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When to visit Ixtapa

Ixtapa in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 222
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 222
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 S$ 203. From León, the ticket costs about S$ 214 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 S$ 203. From León, the ticket costs about S$ 214 for a journey of 716 km. Ixtapa’s bus station is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Ixtapa

LZCLazaro Cardenas
ZIHIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,961 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,402 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,697 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,823 reviews)
Viva
Good (785 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,174 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

Average rates range from around S$ 347 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 289 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

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La Casa Que Canta
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 692+
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Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 285+
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Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites - Spa & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 242+
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Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 167+
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Azul Ixtapa Beach Resort and Convention Center
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 181+
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Emporio Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 108+
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Hiring a car in Ixtapa

Expect to pay S$ 1.65 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 S$ 19.69 and S$ 26.25.

Expect to pay S$ 1.65 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 S$ 19.69 and S$ 26.25.

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