Beautiful birds fly along the beach, as dolphins and whales swim by. An ideal destination to inspire anyone. A number of people from America and Canada have joined the local Mexican population to create a unique place to visit. Many tourists are writers or artists looking for inspiration in a beautiful and peaceful place. Surfers come here from around the world to enjoy the wonderful waves.

From TripAvisor "I go to Las Gatas beach every time I visit Zihuatanejo (which is fairly often) and I love it there. There are some great restaurants and people. I always have my snorkel gear but there are places that rent it. The snorkeling is available for about any skill level. Last year I even saw a turtle while snorkeling there."

From Tripadvisor: "This beach is on one of the most beautiful bays in Mexico.... small in scale and giving good, protected swimming. I'm not much into the beach and water sports, but for those who are, there's parasailing, water skiing, snorkeling, banana boats, catamarans, kayaks... and a whole kilometer of wide sandy beach lined with palm trees to just hang out on, soak up the sun and read. Early morning beach walks are great. My favorite restaurants: La Perla and Paty's Mar y Mar."

The Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo International Airport offers direct flights to major Mexican and North American cities.

The Zihuatanejo bus station serves major Mexican cities with direct luxury coaches.

The nearest city and airport to our hotel, a lovely Pacific Ocean resort city full of tourist attractions and wonderful beaches. 30 minutes by taxi/car to our hotel.

The city is best known as one of Mexico’s oldest and most well-known beach resorts, which came into prominence by the 1950s as a getaway for Hollywood stars and millionaires

The capital of Mexico and largest international airport serving European and Asian capitals. "D.F" as it is called by Mexicans (for "Federal District (of Mexico)" is a 1 hr flight or 8 hour drive to Zihuatenango city.

Mexico's 2nd largest city, also reachable by direct flight or car ride of 6 hours

Paco and Maura gave us a great scuba/snorkel trip. Smaller outfit that gave us a wonderful trip and showed us some great fish and coral formation.

Fast and fun, the Picante, an ultramodern sailing catamaran, brings you remarkable sailing, snorkeling, sunset and adventure tours to Ixtapa, around Zihuatanejo Bay and to nearby reefs for your exploration and pleasure

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From Formers: "For one of the most popular breakfasts in town, head to the fun and unusual Sirena Gorda. "The Fat Mermaid," as it translates into English, serves a variety of eggs and omelets, hotcakes or French toast, and fruit with granola and yogurt. ...‎ "

Privacy, romanticism, architecture refined Mexican Cuisine and the caring warmth of our staff has earned us a far-reaching reputation throughout the years.

As its name implies, this eatery is all about hot and delicious tamales - the menu features a range of the tried and true Mexican fare showcasing a selection of fresh and delectable fillings.

Mariscos (Seafood) and other Mexican Specialties

Argentinian steaks; Fish and Mariscos; Fajitas; Postres; Dance shows on Saturday night; Turtles released on Sunday nights

Fine cuisine: Lobster tail "al mojo de ajo"; Surf & Turf; Jumbo Prawns (flambe or coconut crusted); Seared Yellow fin Tuna w/ tequila-citrus glaze; BBQ Michoacan pork ribs with Idaho Fries; Traditional Mexican plates; "Big Boy" Tequila; Ice cream

Tacos, hamburgers, sports bar, Italian gelato

Native crafts from local artisans

Clothing, bags, and crafts of Esmerelda's own design

Full service surf shop serving Troncones and Manzanillo Bay