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Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo beaches: plan your visit

Choose a beach based on what you want to do and how you will get there. Before entering the water, check conditions and signs at the beach.

Aerial view of the Ixtapa coast in Guerrero

Before you start

  • La Ropa and Las Gatas are starting points for exploring Zihuatanejo.
  • El Palmar is a starting point for exploring Ixtapa.
  • Check access and plan your return before leaving.

Playa La Ropa

La Ropa is one of the Zihuatanejo beaches featured in the municipal visitor information. It is a starting point for planning a beach day in the area.

Find the beach in the Costa catalog and check its location. If you are visiting a restaurant or need parking, confirm access, availability, and terms directly; not every service is part of the public beach.

Reference: Zihuatanejo municipal government: visitor information.

Playa Las Gatas

Las Gatas is another local beach listed in the municipal visitor information. If you want to book an activity, ask about the experience required and what is included.

If you arrange a boat transfer, agree on the departure point, price, and return arrangements from the start. Do not rely on a schedule you have not confirmed.

Reference: Zihuatanejo municipal government: visitor information.

Playa El Palmar

El Palmar is listed among the Ixtapa beaches by the destination tourism office. Look up the specific place you want to reach, not just the beach name.

Choose a confirmed public access point and follow posted advisories. A photograph of calm water does not necessarily show what conditions will be like on your visit.

Reference: Ixtapa Zihuatanejo tourism office.

Before choosing a beach

You can browse the Costa Inteligente catalog and map without an account. Available information varies by location; confirm any essential details before leaving.

  • Check your outward and return journeys, especially if you depend on a boat.
  • Confirm the services you need: food, bathrooms, parking, or activities.
  • Check wind and waves for your date, and follow flags and local instructions.
  • Bring water, sun protection, and a bag to take your rubbish back with you.

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa confirm that swimming is safe today?

No. Check signs, ask local staff, and follow official advisories. Neither the forecast nor this guide certifies safe conditions.

Can I browse beaches without signing up?

Yes. You can open the catalog and map as a guest.

Find your next beach

Open the catalog, search for a place, and check its position on the map.

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