Ixtapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina Ixtapa featuring a marina and a sunset
Quieta Beach which includes sailing, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Marina Ixtapa showing a bay or harbour and tropical scenes
El Palmar Beach showing a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Ixtapa Island which includes rugged coastline

Where to stay in Ixtapa

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Centro Ixtapa

While there might not be top attractions in Centro Ixtapa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vista Vallarta Club de Golf and Cruise Ship Terminal.

Centro Ixtapa
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Idipe

While there might not be top attractions in Idipe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and VidantaWorld.

Idipe
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av de los Cocoteros - Lote 2, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,626 reviews)
"Fun!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Cocoteros s/n, Lote LL-Cond-Maestro FI, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,244 reviews)
"It has everything to have a pleasant and relaxing vacation."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

4 out of 5
Carr. La Cruz a Punta Mita km 0.2, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, NAY
The price is 5.533.002 ₫ per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
5.533.002 ₫
6.694.932 ₫ total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,628 reviews)
"La atención en el resort es excelente en general, por supuesto nos encontramos con algunas personas que no nos recibieron tan bien, pero queremos reconocer a los mejores. Gerardo, Octavio, Pablo, Dash, Alfredo, Isabel, Eric agradecemos mucho sus atenciones y buenos tratos, hicieron que nuestra estancia ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
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Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,606 reviews)
"A hidden gem."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,138 reviews)
"Great property and service. Kind staff and super helpful - all good for families but I would say that there was a problem with check in because the booking that I thought included my two teenagers put them at under 1. I had an absolutely terrible time getting in to Expedia to add to guests and modify ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience

Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience

4 out of 5
Amapas #380 Col. Emiliano Zapata, Romantic Zone, Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,239 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

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Popular places to visit

Malecon featuring night scenes, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Malecon

You can learn more about the history of Puerto Vallarta when you make a stop at a top site such as Malecon. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Malecon
Playa de los Muertos

Playa de los Muertos

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and lively bars in this romantic area.

Playa de los Muertos
Playa Gemelas

Playa Gemelas

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Playa Gemelas
Los Arcos

Los Arcos

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Los Arcos
Playa Mismaloya

Playa Mismaloya

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Playa Mismaloya
Camarones Beach

Camarones Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Camarones Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's art scene.

Camarones Beach