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Ixtapa, Mexico Overview

The resort town of Ixtapa, on the central Pacific coast, dazzles visitors with its top-notch amenities and miles of beaches. Relax, swim, snorkel, dive, fish, explore caves or go skydiving. Try golfing at a course on a nature reserve - with alligators! Children and adults alike can swim with dolphins at Delfiniti. Nightlife includes the popular Carlos 'n' Charlie's, Senor Frog's and other bars and clubs. The neighboring town of Zijuatanejo offers more beaches and an archaeological museum.

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Las Brisas Resort Ixtapa

2 of 5 stars
California
Jul 25, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

The best feature of this hotel is the ocean views from almost all the rooms and it's close enough to hear the waves too. Be advised some of the lower floors may have views blocked by trees. Also, the...more

Melia Azul Ixtapa

1 of 5 stars
California
Jul 24, 2008

IN MY OPINION YOU MUST READ & BEWARE!!! This is by far the WORST!!! vacation I have ever had. My family and I took our trip to Ixtapa in July expecting to relax and enjoy ourselves, however we were...more

Barcelo Ixtapa

2 of 5 stars
Mystic, CT
Jul 24, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Rooms are huge with great views very clean. Staff very friendly. Pools clean and warm. Ocean quite dangerous NOT recommended for anyone other than an adult who is very strong and fit. Room service...more

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