For long beach days
Playa La Ropa
An emblematic Zihuatanejo bay beach for long days beside the sea and sunset.
IXTAPA · ZIHUATANEJO
The Pacific, at your own pace.
Between quiet bays, tropical forest and Zihuatanejo's unhurried rhythm, every day can unfold differently. Discover beaches, flavors and experiences selected by Hero Host for a more personal view of the destination.
Discover the destination ↓THE DESTINATION
Two worlds. One coast.
Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo share the same Pacific, yet retain distinct personalities. Ixtapa offers marinas, golf and a contemporary coast; Zihuatanejo keeps the intimate character of a former fishing village through quiet streets, markets, beaches and restaurants overlooking the bay.
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THE SEA
Your day, somewhere offshore.
Explore the coast from the Pacific: a morning between bays, a private fishing trip or a few hours offshore as the sun reaches the horizon. Hero Host can help select the right vessel and experience for your stay.
Private Yacht
Private cruising along the Ixtapa Zihuatanejo coast.
Sunset Sailing
An afternoon on the Pacific ending with sunset over the horizon.
Sport Fishing
Private outings in waters known for sailfish, mahi-mahi and tuna.
Hidden Bays
Personalized routes through beaches, small bays and places reached from the sea.
THE BEACHES
Find your stretch of Pacific.
From protected bays to long reaches open to the ocean, the coast changes character within a few kilometers.
For calm water
Las Gatas
A small bay known for calm water and snorkeling.
For a day offshore
Isla Ixtapa
A destination classic for a few hours among small beaches and tropical water.
For open Pacific views
Playa El Palmar
The broad beach facing Ixtapa's main hotel zone.
For slower mornings
Playa Quieta
A quieter alternative north of Ixtapa.
For barefoot escapes
Troncones
A more open, natural coast known for surf and a relaxed atmosphere.
THE TABLE
Evenings worth lingering over.
Zihuatanejo's cooking grows naturally around the sea. Our selection brings together places distinguished by their cuisine, setting, atmosphere or an exceptional combination of all three.
Ask our Concierge →
Contemporary · Sunset · Zihuatanejo
Tentaciones
Contemporary cuisine high above the bay, ideal at sunset.
Mediterranean · Ocean View
Espuma Mediterráneo
Mediterranean cooking from one of the bay's panoramic points.
Pacific Dining · Punta Garrobo
Kau Kan
Pacific-front dining integrated into Punta Garrobo's landscape.
Coffee · Breakfast · Casual
LOOT
A contemporary La Ropa address for relaxed mornings.
THE FAIRWAYS
Golf, between palms and Pacific.
Ixtapa has two 18-hole courses surrounded by tropical vegetation, water and the distinctive Pacific landscape.
Robert Trent Jones Jr. · 18 holes · Par 72
Palma Real Golf Course
A course set within a former coconut plantation with tropical vegetation and natural hazards.
Arrange a tee time →Robert von Hagge · 18 holes · Par 72
Marina Ixtapa Golf Club
A technical route beside Marina Ixtapa, shaped by water, dunes, bridges and broad bunkers.
Arrange a tee time →THE WILD
Beyond the shoreline.
The landscape shifts quickly behind the coast. Sea, mountain and forest reveal a more active side of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Whale Watching
Seasonal humpback whale watching.
Surf
Sessions and excursions to regional surf breaks.
Snorkeling & Diving
Exploration of bays and underwater rock formations.
Sport Fishing
Private Pacific outings.
Cycling
Routes along Ixtapa's cycle path and beyond.
Paddle & Kayak
Quiet mornings on the water.
Turtle Experiences
Responsible conservation and turtle-release experiences when available.
ZIHUATANEJO
The soul of the coast.
Before it became a destination, Zihuatanejo was a fishing village. Its essence remains each morning beside the sea, in its markets, small streets and cooking born from the Pacific.
Paseo del PescadorLocal market and fishingCentral ZihuatanejoGalleries and craftsBarra de PotosíOrganic market and local projects
WHEN TO VISIT
Warm by nature.
NOV — APR
Dry & Sunny
Predominantly dry, sunny days—excellent for the beach, golf and sailing.
MAY — OCT
Green Season
The landscape becomes especially green, with higher humidity and tropical rain often concentrated into parts of the day.
Pacific water temperatures remain warm throughout much of the year.
HERO HOST CONCIERGE
Leave the planning to us.
From a table overlooking the sea to a private day sailing the Pacific, we can arrange each experience around your stay.
Private yachts · Restaurant reservations · Golf · Airport transfers · Private chefs · Experiences · Local recommendations
