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Acapulco's big bay, Zihuatanejo's smaller one and the planned resort of Ixtapa next door.
Photo: Ivan Hernández · CC BY 2.0What to know
Guerrero's coast has two resort names most people know: Acapulco, with its big bay and the La Quebrada cliff divers, and Zihuatanejo, the older town beside the planned resort of Ixtapa. Hurricane Otis hit Acapulco hard in October 2023, so check what has reopened before you book. Beyond the resorts are long surf beaches like Pie de la Cuesta and Troncones. Check current travel advisories before you drive between towns.
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Before you go
The best time to visit Guerrero is generally November to April (the dry season). This aligns with the dry season and comfortable temperatures for beach and outdoor activities.
Fly into Acapulco International Airport or Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Airport. Highway 95 connects to Mexico City and inland destinations.
Guerrero has 87 beaches along its coast. Top destinations include Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa.
Popular cities in Guerrero include Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa, Taxco. Each offers distinct beaches, culture, and activities.
Guerrero has a Tropical climate. Rainy season typically runs June to October; dry season November to May.
Guerrero, Mexico
Fly into Acapulco International Airport or Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Airport. Highway 95 connects to Mexico City and inland destinations.
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Photo: eurimaco · CC BY-SA 3.0Guerrero
Photo: Gio Canto · CC BY-SA 4.0Guerrero
Photo: AlejandroLinaresGarcia · CC BY-SA 4.0Guerrero
Photo: panza.rayada · CC BY-SA 3.0Guerrero
Photo: Wiper México · CC BY-SA 3.0Guerrero
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Hotel occupancy · Acapulco
DataTur hotel occupancy for Acapulco (Guerrero). DataTur reports by tourism destination, not by state: these are the figures for Acapulco. It also reports on Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo in Guerrero.
Occupancy averages about 49% in April. Book ahead.
Occupancy averages about 29% in October, so rooms are easier to find.
In 2024: busiest December (49.3%) · quietest January (22.6%)
January 2024 to December 2024, 0–100% occupancy scale.
Source: Official hotel occupancy statistics from DataTur (SECTUR Mexico). Aggregated across registered lodging categories.
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