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Our top choices for Principal Beach hotels

2 outdoor pools
La Casa Que Canta

La Casa Que Canta

La Casa Que Canta
5.0 star property
Playa La Ropa, 0.9 km from Principal Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"For rest and peaceful environment this is the place to go. "
United States
Reynaldo
The price is HK$4,344
HK$5,221 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Casa Que Canta
View from property
Villa de la Roca

Villa de la Roca

Villa de la Roca
3.5 star property
Playa La Ropa, 1 km from Principal Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Clean room, incredible breakfast, breath taking views, and everything we wanted in a vacation location. Its in a perfect spot to be right next to the beach and a short walk to town. The staff were amazing at keeping the place incredibly clean as well as making delicious breakfast every morning. We hope to stay here again in the future."
United States
Bailee
Villa de la Roca
Beach/ocean view
Ensueño De Fuga

Ensueño De Fuga

Ensueño De Fuga
3.0 star property
Playa La Ropa, 1.4 km from Principal Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Place was great! Very comfortable rooms and nice views."
United States
Maritza
Ensueño De Fuga
On the beach
La Villa Luz Adults Only

La Villa Luz Adults Only

La Villa Luz Adults Only
4.0 star property
Playa La Ropa, 1.5 km from Principal Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
"The property is beautiful and impeccably maintained. The entire staff, Fernanda, Ania, Viviana and Ivan were kind and so helpful with all of our needs. We are already looking to go back. Definitely recommend this place if want to unplug and relax and just a walk away from restaurants and beach. Loved it here!! "
United States
Mayra
The price is HK$1,681
HK$2,219 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
La Villa Luz Adults Only
Restaurant
Villa del Pescador

Villa del Pescador

Villa del Pescador
3.5 star property
0.4 km from Principal Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (173)
"The staff is helpful. The restaurant has tasty food offerings at great prices. I had the best tasting pina colada here. And the fish steak left a memorable impression."
Canada
WILFREDO Jr
The price is HK$778
HK$934 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Villa del Pescador
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt
5.0 star property
Playa La Ropa, 1.5 km from Principal Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (624)
"This was my third time here and I really love it. It is a small resort on the most beautiful stretch of beach imaginable. Tha staff are very helpful and seem genuine. It is relaxed but with every attention to detail It is the perfect place to come and appreciate the beauty of the region and the luxury of the hotel"
Canada
Esther
The price is HK$1,127
HK$1,555 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt
Outdoor pool
Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas

Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas

Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas
3.0 star property
Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.8 km from Principal Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (134)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Mauricio
Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas
48-inch TV with cable channels
Hotel Corona Zihuatanejo

Hotel Corona Zihuatanejo

Hotel Corona Zihuatanejo
2.5 star property
Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.3 km from Principal Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (39)
"Location was amazing, quiet, clean and staff was helpful. We already booked 4 rooms for next year and have more people joining us at the same hotel!!"
United States
Kimberlie
The price is HK$397
HK$476 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Corona Zihuatanejo
32-inch TV with cable channels
Hotel Savaro

Hotel Savaro

Hotel Savaro
3.0 star property
Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.6 km from Principal Beach
6.8 out of 10, (36)
"Easy check in, great value and friendly staff. "
United States
Omar
The price is HK$979
HK$1,218 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Savaro
Front of property
VILLAS AURA DEL MAR

VILLAS AURA DEL MAR

VILLAS AURA DEL MAR
4.0 star property
Playa la Madera, 0.7 km from Principal Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"Positives…Nice views. Beautiful unit. Brand new everything! Negatives…Shower temperature very inconsistent. The pool is always shaded. Quite noisy. "
Canada
Gina M
VILLAS AURA DEL MAR
Minibar, free WiFi
Casa Arecas

Casa Arecas

Casa Arecas
3.0 star property
Playa Las Gatas, 1.9 km from Principal Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Arecas is an awesome place, if you enjoy the peace and quiet, to enjoy the Zihuatanejo Bay this is for you. The owner Juan Carlos is very friendly and nice to do business with. Their employees Jose and Yensi are super friendly and helpful in all of your needs. They can provide pretty much anything you need to make your stay more pleasant. Just overall an excellent place to stay. Food and service is too notch. Tip: you can access through playa la Ropa and walk to the hotel it's about a 15 min...
United States
Joel
Casa Arecas
Outdoor pool
Gamma Plaza Ixtapa

Gamma Plaza Ixtapa

Gamma Plaza Ixtapa
3.5 star property
5 km from Principal Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (755)
"Great staff! Great location with a great vibe "
United States
Chad
The price is HK$631
HK$757 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Gamma Plaza Ixtapa
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Barceló Ixtapa All Inclusive

Barceló Ixtapa All Inclusive

Barceló Ixtapa All Inclusive
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Principal Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great hotel, staff super friendly "
United States
Jose
The price is HK$1,945
HK$2,335 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Barceló Ixtapa All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG
3.5 star property
5 km from Principal Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Some great staff, beautiful location Fun Zumba!"
Canada
Thomas Irvin
The price is HK$1,729
HK$2,074 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa All-Inclusive by IHG
Front of property
Fontan Ixtapa Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Fontan Ixtapa Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Fontan Ixtapa Beach Resort - All Inclusive
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Principal Beach
6.6 out of 10, (790)
"The family really enjoyed this resort."
United States
Sergio
Fontan Ixtapa Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Swim-up bar
Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Principal Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (642)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms. Hotel is old and outdated. Pool is crowded and not so clean. This place is just okay at best. "
United States
Cliff
The price is HK$1,993
HK$1,993 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Terrace/patio
Hotel Happy Beach

Hotel Happy Beach

Hotel Happy Beach
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Principal Beach
4.6 out of 10, (4)
"Hotel was just ok nothing special. Bed comfortable but right beside the road and very noisy. Staff did not speak English but tried very very hard to communicate. Rate desk staff as excellent. Poor amenities Bathroom floor very muddy and sink barely flowed. Shower ok but floor dirty. "
Canada
Larry
Hotel Happy Beach
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers
Krystal Ixtapa All Inclusive

Krystal Ixtapa All Inclusive

Krystal Ixtapa All Inclusive
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Principal Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"The concierge team was very helpful and gentle."
United States
Yesenia
The price is HK$1,522
HK$1,826 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Krystal Ixtapa All Inclusive
Nightclub
Park Royal Beach Ixtapa - All Inclusive

Park Royal Beach Ixtapa - All Inclusive

Park Royal Beach Ixtapa - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
6 km from Principal Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (658)
"Yes the room was very nice and clean also the staff was courteous. "
United States
Jocelyn
The price is HK$1,553
HK$1,864 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Park Royal Beach Ixtapa - All Inclusive
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Tesoro Ixtapa All Inclusive

Tesoro Ixtapa All Inclusive

Tesoro Ixtapa All Inclusive
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Principal Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (667)
"Room toilet seat, not good property under construction spray, painting, pain blowing buffet no plan bananas staff OK shower water poor flowout"
United States
Marco Antonio
The price is HK$1,775
HK$1,775 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Tesoro Ixtapa All Inclusive
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Top Principal Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - super friendly and accommodating staff, very well maintained, great be Ka d tons of restaurants within walking distance of the hotel!"
Gerard 7-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

Hotels near other Principal Beach attractions

Zihuatanejo Pier

Find out about the history of Zihuatanejo when you take a trip to Zihuatanejo Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Fisherman's Walk

4.2/5 (91 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Zihuatanejo with a stop at Fisherman's Walk. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Principal Beach?
Principal Beach is located in Zihuatanejo. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches and shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 245 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Principal Beach?
Adjacent to Principal Beach, Hotel Adelita is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other good options close by include Hotel Irma and Hotel Casa de la Palma Bed and Breakfast.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Principal Beach?
Expedia has 245 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Principal Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Principal Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Principal Beach.
What can I see and do near Principal Beach?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at La Madera Beach, La Ropa Beach and Las Gatas Beach. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Magic World Aquapark, Magic World Aquatic Park and Delfiniti. At Zihuatanejo Bay, El Palmar Beach and Larga Beach, you can surround yourself with nature.