Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 271
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ixtapa in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 271
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 The shortest flight to Ixtapa from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 11h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Ixtapa is to pick up a car rental from Acapulco, which is about 200 km from Ixtapa. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, among others, in Acapulco.

Plane

When flying to Ixtapa, you’ll arrive at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), which is located 15 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Ixtapa from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 11h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Ixtapa is to pick up a car rental from Acapulco, which is about 200 km from Ixtapa. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, among others, in Acapulco.

Airports near Ixtapa

LZCLazaro Cardenas
ZIHIxtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Airlines serving Ixtapa

KLM
Good (1,528 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,394 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,828 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,508 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,933 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,838 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,487 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,662 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,361 reviews)
Viva
Good (802 reviews)
Mexicana de Aviación
Volaris
Good (1,157 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ixtapa

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Azul Ixtapa Grand Resort 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 C$ 343 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 413 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ixtapa

Most booked hotels in Ixtapa

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Hotel Aura del Mar
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 173+
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Thompson Zihuatanejo
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 278+
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Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo Mexico
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 245+
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Las Brisas Ixtapa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 154+
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Gamma Plaza Ixtapa
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 90+
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Villa del Pescador
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
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Renting a car in Ixtapa

Renting a car in Ixtapa costs C$ 23 per day, on average, or C$ 161 if you want to rent it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.27 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 27.19 and C$ 36.26.

Renting a car in Ixtapa costs C$ 23 per day, on average, or C$ 161 if you want to rent it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.27 per litre in Ixtapa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 27.19 and C$ 36.26.

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