Photo of Zihuatanejo beach with gray sand surface

Photo of Zihuatanejo beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Zihuatanejo beach with spacious shore

Photo of Zihuatanejo beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.2

Good

Zihuatanejo beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Zihuatanejo beach?

The bar is located right on the Zihuatanejo beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bandido´s Restaurant Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Zihuatanejo beach?

There are 301 places to stay in the Zihuatanejo beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Zihuatanejo beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1375984&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa del Pescador</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5433230&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Adelita</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=577702&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Corona Zihua</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1938178&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Valle</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3105993&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Las Palmas</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9388554&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Luna de Plata</a></li></ul>

Zihuatanejo, Mexico

#42 out of 87 in Guerrero

7.2

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

Click on any feature to view all similar beaches in area

Located within the settlement

Zihuatanejo • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Bar Bandido´s Restaurant Bar

8.8 - Excellent 210m

Pizza Restaurant Pizzas Locas

9 - Excellent 250m

Mexican Restaurant Restaurantes Mexicanos Any

9 - Excellent 370m

Mexican Restaurant La Terracita

9.2 - Excellent 440m

Coffee Shop Cuattro Cycle Coffee & Tea

9 - Excellent 570m

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Bistro del Mar

9 - Excellent 680m

Seafood Restaurant Pescados y Mariscos " El Gabo"

8.8 - Excellent 700m

Mexican Restaurant Fonda Doña Licha

8.8 - Excellent 720m

Seafood Restaurant Mariscos El Tiburón de la Costa

9.2 - Excellent 770m

Park Plaza Municipal

110m

Hiking Area Zanka Adventures

260m

Park Parque "Solidaridad"

510m

Park Plaza Kioto

800m

Park ESTATAL "EL LIMON" Park

2km

Hiking Area Iztapa

2.1km

Hiking Area Cueva la Majahua by ZankaAdventures

2.2km

Hiking Area Caleta de Chon

2.5km

Park Cascada Ixtapa

2.7km

Playground Campamento Tortuguero La Ropa

1.7km

Playground Playa El Palmar II

6.1km

Playground Playa Fernanda

7.4km

Playground Punta Paulina

7.5km

Supermarket Tienda Merza Sucursal Zihuatanejo

440m

Supermarket Waldo's Zihuatanejo Centro

520m

Supermarket Tienda Merza Sucursal Los Cocos

680m

Supermarket Tiendas Neto

700m

Supermarket Súper El Cacahuate

870m

Supermarket Waldo's Paseo Zihuatanejo

1.4km

Supermarket Bodega Aurrera, Zihuatanejo

1.7km

Supermarket Soriana Híper - ZIHUATANEJO

1.8km

Supermarket Merza El Hujal

2km

Museum Museo Arqueológico de la Costa Grande

230m

Tourist Attraction Zihua sign

240m

Tourist Attraction Malecón Zihuatanejo

370m

Tourist Attraction Bahia de Zihuatanejo

420m

Tourist Attraction Playa la Madera

610m

Tourist Attraction Picante Cruises

650m

Tourist Attraction Patio Mexica

9.4 - Excellent 700m

Tourist Attraction La alberca del gringo

810m

Tourist Attraction Zihuatanejo

810m

Night Club Christine Club

7.4 - Good 5.7km

Historical Landmark Mirador ciclo via

10km

View all on map

About

Zihuatanejo beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 42th place out of 87 beaches in the Guerrero region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Zihuatanejo beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is La Ropa beach, which has a rating of 8.5.

Zihuatanejo beach is located in Guerrero within Zihuatanejo, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Zihuatanejo • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Bar Bandido´s Restaurant Bar

8.8 - Excellent 210m

Pizza Restaurant Pizzas Locas

9 - Excellent 250m

Mexican Restaurant Restaurantes Mexicanos Any

9 - Excellent 370m

Mexican Restaurant La Terracita

9.2 - Excellent 440m

Coffee Shop Cuattro Cycle Coffee & Tea

9 - Excellent 570m

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Bistro del Mar

9 - Excellent 680m

Seafood Restaurant Pescados y Mariscos " El Gabo"

8.8 - Excellent 700m

Mexican Restaurant Fonda Doña Licha

8.8 - Excellent 720m

Seafood Restaurant Mariscos El Tiburón de la Costa

9.2 - Excellent 770m

Park Plaza Municipal

110m

Hiking Area Zanka Adventures

260m

Park Parque "Solidaridad"

510m

Park Plaza Kioto

800m

Park ESTATAL "EL LIMON" Park

2km

Hiking Area Iztapa

2.1km

Hiking Area Cueva la Majahua by ZankaAdventures

2.2km

Hiking Area Caleta de Chon

2.5km

Park Cascada Ixtapa

2.7km

Playground Campamento Tortuguero La Ropa

1.7km

Playground Playa El Palmar II

6.1km

Playground Playa Fernanda

7.4km

Playground Punta Paulina

7.5km

Supermarket Tienda Merza Sucursal Zihuatanejo

440m

Supermarket Waldo's Zihuatanejo Centro

520m

Supermarket Tienda Merza Sucursal Los Cocos

680m

Supermarket Tiendas Neto

700m

Supermarket Súper El Cacahuate

870m

Supermarket Waldo's Paseo Zihuatanejo

1.4km

Supermarket Bodega Aurrera, Zihuatanejo

1.7km

Supermarket Soriana Híper - ZIHUATANEJO

1.8km

Supermarket Merza El Hujal

2km

Museum Museo Arqueológico de la Costa Grande

230m

Tourist Attraction Zihua sign

240m

Tourist Attraction Malecón Zihuatanejo

370m

Tourist Attraction Bahia de Zihuatanejo

420m

Tourist Attraction Playa la Madera

610m

Tourist Attraction Picante Cruises

650m

Tourist Attraction Patio Mexica

9.4 - Excellent 700m

Tourist Attraction La alberca del gringo

810m

Tourist Attraction Zihuatanejo

810m

Night Club Christine Club

7.4 - Good 5.7km

Historical Landmark Mirador ciclo via

10km

View all on map

Located at nearest locality

Zihuatanejo • 810m from center

Booking.com View deals

View all nearest stays

Booking.com

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

View map

Nearest Beaches

1.5km 19 min walk

Ropa beach Ropa beach

8.5 Excellent

2km

Playa las Gatas Playa las Gatas

8.3 Very good

2.1km

Playa Majahua Zihuatanejo Playa Majahua Zihuatanejo

6 Pleasant

4.1km

Las Brisas hotel beach Las Brisas hotel beach

7.7 Very good

4.7km

Playa Riscalillo Playa Riscalillo

6 Pleasant

5km

La Cucaracha beach La Cucaracha beach

8.4 Very good

6.5km

Playa Larga Zihuatanejo Playa Larga Zihuatanejo

7.6 Very good

7.1km

Playa Las Escolleras Playa Las Escolleras

8.3 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Zihuatanejo • 1.2km

Transport

Airport

ZIH • 11km

Bus Station

Zihuatanejo La Parota • 1.9km

All nearest beaches

You can set the search radius & filter nearest beaches by features

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Contribute

Share your experience with other travelers

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Alderic C.

8 Very good

If you're looking for a serene beach to take a leisurely stroll in the afternoon, then look no further. This hidden gem boasts a plethora of exquisite restaurants in the vicinity and ample space to lounge on the beach. The tranquil waves gently lap against the shore, creating a peaceful atmosphere. The sand is incredibly soft and free of any pesky stones, making it the perfect spot to bask in the sun's warmth. In short, this beach is a true beauty and a must-visit for anyone seeking a peaceful getaway.

March 2023

Jossi Zane

4 Frustrating

The beach is quite different from what one would expect, with small gray rocks instead of sand.

March 2023

Lena Novakova

10 Exceptional

We have returned for yet another vacation at the beach, planning to stay for a duration of two weeks.

March 2023

Tasir Ceman

10 Exceptional

The beach has gray sand, and on Friday and Saturday nights, there are events held.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Zihuatanejo beach?

The coastline of Zihuatanejo beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Zihuatanejo beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Zihuatanejo beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Zihuatanejo beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Zihuatanejo beach is partially protected from waves.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Zihuatanejo beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Zihuatanejo beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Zihuatanejo beach?

Zihuatanejo beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Zihuatanejo beach?

The bar is located right on the Zihuatanejo beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bandido´s Restaurant Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Zihuatanejo beach?

There are 301 places to stay in the Zihuatanejo beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Zihuatanejo beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Zihuatanejo beach from parking?

The Zihuatanejo beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Zihuatanejo beach?

There are 4 attractions near Zihuatanejo beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Zihua sign located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Zihuatanejo beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Zihuatanejo beach is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 28°C and water 29°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Zihuatanejo beach (Guerrero) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Zihuatanejo beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.