Perched on a hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the tiny Amuleto tops the area’s list of upper-middle-range boutique hotels. The decor is an elegant, reserved blend of tropical and Hemingway design with subtle nods to ancient Mexican culture. With a gourmet terrace restaurant and stunning infinity pool, the hotel is a distinct departure from the towering all-inclusives of the neighboring town of Ixtapa. Each of its six unique rooms intentionally omits technology -- there are no TVs or alarm clocks -- while providing high-end amenities like outdoor garden showers, minibars, and private plunge pools in some. Unfortunately, its location outside of town means the nearest attractions and beaches are at least a 20-minute walk away. The nearby Casa Cuitlateca offers similar amenities in a more affordable and low-key package.
Perched on a hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the tiny Amuleto tops the area’s list of upper-middle-range boutique hotels. The decor is an elegant, reserved blend of tropical and Hemingway design with subtle nods to ancient Mexican culture. With a gourmet terrace restaurant and stunning infinity pool, the hotel is a distinct departure from the towering all-inclusives of the neighboring town of Ixtapa. Each of its six unique rooms intentionally omits technology -- there are no TVs or alarm clocks -- while providing high-end amenities like outdoor garden showers, minibars, and private plunge pools in some. Unfortunately, its location outside of town means the nearest attractions and beaches are at least a 20-minute walk away. The nearby Casa Cuitlateca offers similar amenities in a more affordable and low-key package.
Like many Zihuatanejo hotels, the 69-room Hotel Irma is a charming, distinctly mid-range property with a short but solid list of amenities. The low-key property offers most of the essentials and a few nice-to-haves including a lovely restaurant, a small spa, and two outdoor pools (including an infinity pool overlooking the ocean). Rooms are dated, though bright and clean, with small tube televisions, air-conditioning, tiny safes, and bottled water. Unfortunately, while technically an oceanfront hotel, the nearest beach is only accessible via a 10-minute walk down a steep staircase. The nearby Aura del Mar Hotel is a slightly pricier, three-and-a-half-pearl beachfront alternative with additional amenities.
Like many Zihuatanejo hotels, the 69-room Hotel Irma is a charming, distinctly mid-range property with a short but solid list of amenities. The low-key property offers most of the essentials and a few nice-to-haves including a lovely restaurant, a small spa, and two outdoor pools (including an infinity pool overlooking the ocean). Rooms are dated, though bright and clean, with small tube televisions, air-conditioning, tiny safes, and bottled water. Unfortunately, while technically an oceanfront hotel, the nearest beach is only accessible via a 10-minute walk down a steep staircase. The nearby Aura del Mar Hotel is a slightly pricier, three-and-a-half-pearl beachfront alternative with additional amenities.
Located in Zihuatanejo's historic district, the two-and-a-half-pearl Villas Miramar is situated right along Playa La Madera. The property is split by a small road, so only part of it is actually beachside, but it's one of the few area hotels with palapas for guests right on the sand. A casual poolside restaurant serves breakfast and lunch, and there's a a beachfront bar slinging drinks throughout the day. All 18 rooms are spacious and simple, featuring mini-fridges, TVs, and balconies. A few even have ocean views, but older amenities like tube TVs and dated style are disappointing. All in all, this is a quiet, simple place to crash near the sane. Alternatively, the nearby Hotel Villa Mexicana has more amenities and nicer rooms, with price tags that are consistently similar.
Located in Zihuatanejo's historic district, the two-and-a-half-pearl Villas Miramar is situated right along Playa La Madera. The property is split by a small road, so only part of it is actually beachside, but it's one of the few area hotels with palapas for guests right on the sand. A casual poolside restaurant serves breakfast and lunch, and there's a a beachfront bar slinging drinks throughout the day. All 18 rooms are spacious and simple, featuring mini-fridges, TVs, and balconies. A few even have ocean views, but older amenities like tube TVs and dated style are disappointing. All in all, this is a quiet, simple place to crash near the sane. Alternatively, the nearby Hotel Villa Mexicana has more amenities and nicer rooms, with price tags that are consistently similar.
The small Aura del Mar Hotel is a charming, upper-middle-range hotel with modern Mexican style and more amenities than most area hotels. Just five minutes on foot from Zihuatanejo's bars and shops, this relaxed garden property provides plenty of essentials, including a casual beachfront restaurant, clean pool with a waterslide, and a garden terrace with excellent bay views. Each of the 30 rooms is spacious and has a rustic, local flavor along with a mini-fridge or kitchenette, free Wi-Fi, and an oversized private balcony with water views. Unfortunately, the modestly sized beach is public and tends to crowd quickly. While it lacks direct beach access, the nearby Hotel Irma is a more affordable, three-pearl alternative with similar amenities.
The small Aura del Mar Hotel is a charming, upper-middle-range hotel with modern Mexican style and more amenities than most area hotels. Just five minutes on foot from Zihuatanejo's bars and shops, this relaxed garden property provides plenty of essentials, including a casual beachfront restaurant, clean pool with a waterslide, and a garden terrace with excellent bay views. Each of the 30 rooms is spacious and has a rustic, local flavor along with a mini-fridge or kitchenette, free Wi-Fi, and an oversized private balcony with water views. Unfortunately, the modestly sized beach is public and tends to crowd quickly. While it lacks direct beach access, the nearby Hotel Irma is a more affordable, three-pearl alternative with similar amenities.
On a quiet hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Catalina Beach Resort is a simple and laid-back option on the edge of Zihuatanejo. All 45 rooms here are spacious and simple, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Most also feature balconies and ocean views, though interiors are a bit tired and Wi-Fi isn't great. The resort has a few dining and drinking options, including a beachfront bar and casual open-air restaurant with sweeping views of Zihuatanejo Bay. With a moderately sized pool terrace and private beach club, expect to see families and couples. Travelers looking for another laid-back alternative might consider Villas Mexicana, which offers similar amenities and nicer rooms at a consistently similar price tag.
On a quiet hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Catalina Beach Resort is a simple and laid-back option on the edge of Zihuatanejo. All 45 rooms here are spacious and simple, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Most also feature balconies and ocean views, though interiors are a bit tired and Wi-Fi isn't great. The resort has a few dining and drinking options, including a beachfront bar and casual open-air restaurant with sweeping views of Zihuatanejo Bay. With a moderately sized pool terrace and private beach club, expect to see families and couples. Travelers looking for another laid-back alternative might consider Villas Mexicana, which offers similar amenities and nicer rooms at a consistently similar price tag.
The Thompson Zihuatanejo (formerly a Viceroy property) is a distinct departure from the area’s ubiquitous budget and backpacker-friendly hotels. The small, luxury property is arguably at the very top of Zihuatanejo’s hotel offerings. Two a la carte beachfront restaurants, three beautiful pools, and a rustic-chic, Moroccan-inspired spa top its list of notable features. Each of the 47 rooms likewise features an extensive list of standard amenities -- including spacious floor plans, minibars, and private terraces, some of which have plunge pools. While there are a handful of restaurants nearby, the lack of additional attractions within walking distance may be the property’s only drawback. No hotel in the area offers a comparable level of luxury, though the Azul Ixtapa Grand Spa & Convention Center is a four-pearl, beachfront, all-inclusive alternative in neighboring Ixtapa.
The Thompson Zihuatanejo (formerly a Viceroy property) is a distinct departure from the area’s ubiquitous budget and backpacker-friendly hotels. The small, luxury property is arguably at the very top of Zihuatanejo’s hotel offerings. Two a la carte beachfront restaurants, three beautiful pools, and a rustic-chic, Moroccan-inspired spa top its list of notable features. Each of the 47 rooms likewise features an extensive list of standard amenities -- including spacious floor plans, minibars, and private terraces, some of which have plunge pools. While there are a handful of restaurants nearby, the lack of additional attractions within walking distance may be the property’s only drawback. No hotel in the area offers a comparable level of luxury, though the Azul Ixtapa Grand Spa & Convention Center is a four-pearl, beachfront, all-inclusive alternative in neighboring Ixtapa.
The Hotel Villa Mexicana is a simple three-pearl property located on the white sands of Playa La Ropa. All 64 rooms are spacious and basic, with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning, though the free Wi-Fi is spotty. Most rooms come with ocean views and balconies, but those near the pool can be noisy. A casual open-air restaurant with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean serves Mexican and international fare. There are also three pools (including a stunning infinity pool) and plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas in a private beach area. The hotel draws mostly families and couples, and the main pool and beach can be busy all day. Travelers looking for a little more quiet and a location closer to downtown should consider Villas Miramar for similar amenities and prices.
The Hotel Villa Mexicana is a simple three-pearl property located on the white sands of Playa La Ropa. All 64 rooms are spacious and basic, with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning, though the free Wi-Fi is spotty. Most rooms come with ocean views and balconies, but those near the pool can be noisy. A casual open-air restaurant with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean serves Mexican and international fare. There are also three pools (including a stunning infinity pool) and plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas in a private beach area. The hotel draws mostly families and couples, and the main pool and beach can be busy all day. Travelers looking for a little more quiet and a location closer to downtown should consider Villas Miramar for similar amenities and prices.
Perched on a hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the upper-middle-range Embarc Zihuatanejo has a privileged beachfront setting and 72 charming apartment-style rooms. Ranging from studios to three-bedroom units, all are designed in a charming local style, and equipped with kitchens, living spaces, and furnished terraces -- some with private plunge pools. In addition to an open-air restaurant serving tasty local fare for breakfast and dinner, the hotel has a casual poolside snack bar situated between two lovely infinity pools. A small fitness center, beachfront spa services, and free laundry appeal to both families and couples. Note that many steps are required to get around, though golf cart rides are available. Downtown Zihuatanejo is about a 20-minute walk away. Travelers wanting an all-inclusive property may prefer Las Brisas Ixtapa, which has four pools and five eateries.
Perched on a hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the upper-middle-range Embarc Zihuatanejo has a privileged beachfront setting and 72 charming apartment-style rooms. Ranging from studios to three-bedroom units, all are designed in a charming local style, and equipped with kitchens, living spaces, and furnished terraces -- some with private plunge pools. In addition to an open-air restaurant serving tasty local fare for breakfast and dinner, the hotel has a casual poolside snack bar situated between two lovely infinity pools. A small fitness center, beachfront spa services, and free laundry appeal to both families and couples. Note that many steps are required to get around, though golf cart rides are available. Downtown Zihuatanejo is about a 20-minute walk away. Travelers wanting an all-inclusive property may prefer Las Brisas Ixtapa, which has four pools and five eateries.
The upscale La Casa Que Canta is an intimate and romantic adult-only boutique hotel with stunning views of Zihuatanejo Bay from almost any vantage. Expect to see rustic details like vaulted thatched ceilings and funky art pieces all coming together to create a property with loads of Mexican character. All 33 rooms are spacious and modern, and many feature private plunge pools. With a gourmet restaurant, stunning infinity pool, spa, and modern fitness center, it has resort-style amenities without sacrificing the charm and style of a boutique hotel. The white sands of Playa La Ropa are only a five-minute walk away. It's adult-only policy makes this a great choice for romantic couples, but those looking for something more family friendly (and cheaper) should try the nearby Embarc Zihuatanejo instead.
The upscale La Casa Que Canta is an intimate and romantic adult-only boutique hotel with stunning views of Zihuatanejo Bay from almost any vantage. Expect to see rustic details like vaulted thatched ceilings and funky art pieces all coming together to create a property with loads of Mexican character. All 33 rooms are spacious and modern, and many feature private plunge pools. With a gourmet restaurant, stunning infinity pool, spa, and modern fitness center, it has resort-style amenities without sacrificing the charm and style of a boutique hotel. The white sands of Playa La Ropa are only a five-minute walk away. It's adult-only policy makes this a great choice for romantic couples, but those looking for something more family friendly (and cheaper) should try the nearby Embarc Zihuatanejo instead.
On a quiet hillside street overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, tiny Casa Cuitlateca offers equal doses of understated upscale design and rustic charm. With a lovely open-air restaurant, a beautiful infinity pool, and one of the area’s best bay views, it provides nearly every amenity Mexican travelers expect in a four-pearl boutique hotel. Each of the hotel's six rooms is spacious and stylish, with a blend of natural materials and artful details, plus mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and private balconies with hammocks, some of which have bay views. While it lacks a beach of its own, two of the area’s best beaches are within a five-minute walk. Those looking for an even more chic and romantic alternative can check out the nearby Amuleto, which has similar amenities but with a higher price tag.
On a quiet hillside street overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, tiny Casa Cuitlateca offers equal doses of understated upscale design and rustic charm. With a lovely open-air restaurant, a beautiful infinity pool, and one of the area’s best bay views, it provides nearly every amenity Mexican travelers expect in a four-pearl boutique hotel. Each of the hotel's six rooms is spacious and stylish, with a blend of natural materials and artful details, plus mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and private balconies with hammocks, some of which have bay views. While it lacks a beach of its own, two of the area’s best beaches are within a five-minute walk. Those looking for an even more chic and romantic alternative can check out the nearby Amuleto, which has similar amenities but with a higher price tag.