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! (3,769 reviews)
"The pools should be much cooler. Our only complaint. Not refreshing at the temperature you keep. Too hot!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 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! (3,349 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 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 5.542.448 ₫ per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
5.542.448 ₫
6.706.362 ₫ total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,698 reviews)
"Muy cómodo para vacacionar Faltan sombrillas en la playa"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,646 reviews)
"The property is at a perfect Location. The amenities in the property are well maintained and right on the beach. 2 things are down in the property. The room that I stayed was out of date. Decor very old. Room is very spacious with a great size patio looking towards the sea. Other thing is even though ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 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! (3,154 reviews)
"great place"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

4.5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,724 reviews)
"The property is the highest point on the mountain its hard to get too and a scary ride up but the view is amazing"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 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 top-notch restaurants.

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 romantic 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