The 20 best neighborhoods to see in Zihuatanejo de Azueta

This hardly resembles a beach, all little rocks, no sand to really speak of.

We are back for another stay. 2 weeks this time.

Nice place

If you are in the area, one of the best restaurants in walking distance is El Mediterraneo. A Zhiua favorite dinner spot for local and informed tourists alike.

(Translated by Google) The main June 2022 A very quiet beach to go for a walk in the afternoon, there are nice restaurants in the area and above all there is a lot of space to lie down on the beach, Agusto is great, the waves are calm and the sand is very soft, there are no stones, beautiful beach (Original) La principal Junio 2022 Una playa bien tranquila para ir a caminar por la tarde , hay bonitos Restaurantes por la zona y sobre todo hay mucho espacio para poder acostarte en la playa , se pasa Agusto , las olas tranquilas y la arena es muy suave , no hay piedras , bonita playa

(Translated by Google) Apparently, it's the only pet-friendly beach there. It's super quiet, with few people, the waves are calm, and off the beach there are plenty of places to eat, get coffee, ice cream, buy souvenirs, etc. The people here are very laid-back and friendly. (Original) Al parecer es la única plata Petfriendly que hay. Es súper tranquila, poca gente, el oleaje es tranquilo y saliendo de la playa hay muchos lugares para comer, tomar café, helado, comprar recuerdos, etc. Las personas de aquí son muy tranquilas y amables.

(Translated by Google) You can walk peacefully while racist American tourists criticize you in their own language and glare at you because they think they own the place. Other than that, it's very beautiful, but it has a lot of trash because of the visitors. Night falls and you can continue swimming because the waters are calm and the views are beautiful. (Original) Se puede caminar tranquilamente mientras los turistas estadounidenses racistas que te critican en su idioma y miran con odio porque se creen dueños del lugar,quitando eso es muy bonito,pero tiene mucha basura por culpa de los que le visitan. Llega la noche y puedes seguir nadando porque sus aguas son tranquilas y tiene vistas muy lindas.

Coffee is very good. We went one day and liked it so much we went the next, but the gal at the counter was by herself and very busy. The day before there were two people working the counter. I waited about 10 minutes and a woman walked in front of me and asked to pay her bill, then a vendor came and walked in front of me and asked her to pay for some thermoses. At this point I was there for almost 15 minutes and still didn’t have my order taken, so I just left and went to another coffee shop. I guess they didn’t want my money. A shame because Cafe Caracol’s coffee was better and a little less expensive. I don’t blame the girl at the counter, maybe they need another employee to help her like they had the day before. Their coffee is very good and that’s why this place is too busy for just one person.

Great coffee. I come here for the frappe, nice and cold on a hot day.

Great coffee and friendly. Visited from Canada and walked to this shop every morning for my morning brew.i needed comfort for the treck back up that pesky hill :)

Delicious coffee and great atmosphere. Prices are reasonable. Be prepared to wait a few minutes, but it's worthwhile.

Strong, flavourful, “real” coffee that you need in the morning to fuel for the day.

Delicious coffee and great service!

Delicious coffee - with nice dairy-free options like almond milk

Xavier was a fantastic guide. My kids had a blast swimming with the dolphins.

While I am aware that the issue of cetaceans in captivity is an important and contentious one, it is not one that I have given sufficient attention to offer much insight on. The dolphins my eight-year-old son and I interacted with certainly seemed healthy and happy enough, and the aquarium seemed more than large enough for the number of dolphins living in it (but I am not a marine biologist, and so have little more than my impressions to base this on). Moreover, everyone I observed (including my fellow visitors) treated the dolphins with kindness and respect. My son and I signed up for the full interaction, which I recommend if you can afford it. We made our reservations the day before with Jesús Rodríguez, who kindly obtained us a substantial discount. The experience itself is largely indescribable. Luz, the dolphin we interacted with, not only seemed healthy and happy as I mentioned, but also friendly and patient with her visitors. The interaction was informative as well as exciting, and so my son and I also learned a bit about dolphin behavior and physiology. As some other visitors have mentioned, photographs are strictly prohibited within the facilities. Notably, this restriction is not limited to interactions with the dolphins. While profitability may indeed be a factor here, I also suspect it reduces the likelihood of a visitor doing something stupid in an unsupervised interaction with one of the animals. The photographs provided by the professional photographers are indeed expensive--in our case, they cost almost as much as the visit itself. That said, the people responsible for the pictures are clearly professional photographers, such that the photographs are of much higher quality than anything I would have snapped with the camera on phone, or even with one of their cameras.

Terrible experience. The dolphins are under terrible conditions, you can see that they are hurt. If you care about an animals, please DONT GO. Don’t be part of this business 😔

Very nice experience if you bring your family! My child was quite happy. Some comments below talk about cleanliness of water, but that's quite untrue. Water is fine. Price to swim with dolphins is $800 MXN (25 min), but that's fine if you think of money is being used to feed them 👌🏼 Negative point is that prices are not posted, so you must be up to negotiate with local people. You can get pro pictures starting from $150 MXN each

Absolutely disgusting that there are still places that allow this. Poor dolphins are stuck in a tiny pool and showing signs of depression. So sad.

Very very heartbreaking. Dolphins belong in the wild, not a tank or other enclosure. These mammals have perfectly evolved to thrive in the ocean, where they deserve to live freely. Captivity simply cannot provide an adequate environment for these wild species. Do not support places like this.

Was a wonderful time worth every dollar spent. I know I see people post about how much it is to do this but you dont get to do this every day. The staff are wonderful and the water is nice as well.

Nice beach for booth boarding, if you wind up with a wavy day. Otherwise, usually very calm and serene. The water is beautiful but it’s not crystal clear, having some seaweed around

Great beach... My dog loves it too! (Don't tell on me)

Amazing beach!

Amazing beach with lots of activities and fun. Clean beach but the entry area smells very bad. Otherwise it's a must visit and beautiful beach.

Excellent place to enjoy the beach and swim in the ocean. There aren’t high waves, however you have to be aware of the sudden high waves. You can rent a space to hang out and eat your own food, they also sell food and drinks there in case you didn’t bring them with you.

The water was warm, there was plenty of places to sit and relax and there was tons of great food. It's a bit crowded, but everyone is so nice, so it doesnt really matter. Theres tons of things to do on the water, but I reccomend parasailing. Super easy and extremely fun! Not to mention very cheap. I think I spent just about $7 USD for 2 people. So worth it!!

so cute

Wonderful experience!!! We rode the entire length of the trail - much to see and enjoy along the way including… crocodiles! Beautiful flowers, birds and butterflies everywhere, well maintained trails, and a joy to experience animals in their natural habitat

There is an amazing deep forest bike ride from the town of Ixtapa to Playa Linda. Maybe 8km.There's a bike rental shop on the bike path next to the restaurant Soleiados near the Marina. You can rent bikes and ask for a guide if needed.. Leave from there, follow the bike path around to the left, up and down a few hills and at one point you will cross the street into the "Crocodile jungle". Take the path all the way to Playa Linda. Get off your bike at the natural Croc habitat and around the corner you can feed the iguanas some mangos from the mango cart. They are friendly. Definitely bring water & pesos.

tried the trail this afternoon. amazing both ways downhill most of the time, very short stretch needs efforts. finished quickly, started at marina, ended at playa linda. most shady but no much to see, didnt find the lookout point, a bit disappointed

Perfect connector from la puerta to Ixtapa. Easy to get around..

more fun than a barrel of crocodiles

Magical

(Translated by Google) Riding the Ixtapa bike path was an incredible experience. Despite renting somewhat heavy bikes, we managed to complete the tour in about an hour and a half, which speaks volumes about the path's condition and accessibility. During the ride, we were able to observe different species of birds, sunbathing iguanas, and vegetation that surrounds you in a completely natural environment. It's like pedaling through a small ecological sanctuary. The viewpoint is a must-see; although it's a small area, it's ideal for pausing, taking photos, and enjoying the scenery. The route also takes you directly to Playa Linda, where you can end the ride with an ocean view or even stay and rest. If you're in Ixtapa and looking for an active, relaxing activity that connects you with nature, this bike path is an option you can't miss. (Original) Recorrer la ciclopista de Ixtapa fue una experiencia increíble. A pesar de que rentamos bicicletas algo pesadas, logramos completar el recorrido en aproximadamente hora y media, lo que habla muy bien del estado y accesibilidad del camino. Durante el trayecto pudimos observar aves de distintas especies, iguanas tomando el sol y una vegetación que te envuelve en un ambiente completamente natural. Es como pedalear dentro de un pequeño santuario ecológico. El mirador es un punto imperdible, aunque es una zona pequeña, es ideal para hacer una pausa, tomar fotos y disfrutar del paisaje. Además, la ruta te lleva directamente hasta Playa Linda, donde puedes cerrar el paseo con una vista al mar o incluso quedarte a descansar. Si estás en Ixtapa y buscas una actividad activa, relajante y conectada con la naturaleza, esta ciclopista es una opción que no te puedes perder

It's a bit of a walk down a rugged trail. Small horse shoe bay with crystal clear water with lots of fish to see in the ruins

Amazing and quiet place where you can relax because it doesn't get as populated as the other beaches because of its location being almost hidden.

Fun cobble stone beach with gentle waves and beautiful scenery. Unfortunately the owners of the adjacent Villa Luna Kuku have destroyed the natural beauty of half the beach with an ugly stone patio. 🤦

Locals hang out . Don’t go Sunday;)

Beautiful little bay with interesting geology, pebble beach, clear water. Great paddle from la ropa beach

Tried to walk there but seems the area is private access only.

Nice little plc to visit Not many people know about it.

One of the best cappuccino I’ve had in Mexico so far! Perfect crema and temperature. They have organic coffee honey and salsas. Muy bueno!!!

Great coffee from the local mountains, roasted on site. We've tried them all in Zihua, and this is where we go now. They have a range of roasts, but one of the few places in town with light and medium options.

Cafe with best coffee and best wifi in town. Single capa is stronger than most dobles in mexico!

Vintage coffeshop serving fresh brew and selling organic beans straight from the sierra plantations of the “Café Zihuatlan” growers. The owner was extremely friendly, but the coffee maker needs some tweaking. Still, our cup of "Oro Natural" was blasting with flavor and aroma, perfect for leisure sipping under the colonnade on a quiet street.

Some of the best coffee in town and believe me I drink a lot of coffee grinds her own

The best coffee and the best service! 😊

Best coffee ever

(Translated by Google) The perfect place for those who are starting to dive, there is a lot of marine life and the appropriate depth. (Original) El lugar perfecto para aquellas personas que están iniciando en buceo, hay mucha vida marina y la adecuada profundidad.

(Translated by Google) It is a very easy place to dive. Water visibility can be very good. The temperature is usually above 26 degrees Celsius Life is very varied, you can find turtles, lobsters, various moray eels and many rays. Always remember to respect marine life (Original) Es un lugar muy fácil para bucear. La visibilidad del agua puede ser muy buena. La temperatura suele estar por arriba de los 26 grados Celsius La vida es muy variada, podrás encontrarte con tortugas, langostas, diversas morenas y muchas rayas. Recuerda siempre respetar la vida marina

(Translated by Google) A very beautiful coral reef, the ideal place for diving and snorkeling. (Original) Un arrecife de coral muy bonito, el sitio ideal para bucear y snorkelear.

(Translated by Google) very beautiful place (Original) Lugar muy hermoso

(Translated by Google) Very good attention from all the staff, incredible fishing trip and food prepared on the spot 👍🏼 (Original) Muy buena atención de parte de todo el staff, increíble la salida a pescar y la comida preparada al momento 👍🏼