Ixtapa is a popular beach resort and tourist destination in the municipality of Zihuatanejo de Azueta, in the Mexican state of Guerrero. It is located 5 km (3.1 mi) to the northwest of the municipal seat, Zihuatanejo, and some 245 km (152 mi) northwest of Acapulco. Ixtapa is one of Mexico´s most popular places, visited by millions of people over the last decade. When you travel to Ixtapa you may wish to check out the Ixtapa hotels we have available or maybe you´d like to rent a car in Ixtapa? We also offer extensive day trips and shore excursions in Ixtapa. This unique place has simply amazing things to see. We´ve also compiled a list of Travel books on Ixtapa Mexico.
Ixtapa is beautiful tourist destination and is part of the well known Guerrero’s Sun Triangle, together with Acapulco, a renowned beach resort of Mexico and Taxco, a Colonial Town within our state. Ixtapa is just one of over 60 official online guides covering the whole of Mexico. If you´re planning a trip to Mexico and would like discover our fabulous nation before visiting or, if you´d like to visit a specific place in Mexico, then you´ve come to the right place. Despite being a major tourist destination the resident population of Ixtapa is only 6600 people, who mainly work in the tourism sector and supporting businesses.
Whether you are visiting Ixtapa in Mexico for business, pleasure or both, we´re sure that Ixtapa will meet all of your expectations and that the people of Ixtapa will make you feel welcome while sampling some of the unique cuisine on offer in the Ixtapa Restaurant districts.
