What is Playa la Madera like?

Playa la Madera is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit La Madera Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay as part of your Playa la Madera travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Playa la Madera?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Irma is one of the top choices for your stay in Playa la Madera. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Zihuatanejo Bay, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Aura del Mar and Hotel Zihua Caracol .

How many hotels are there in the Playa la Madera area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Zihuatanejo, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 49 Playa la Madera hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Playa la Madera, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Playa la Madera.

What are the top things to see and do in Playa la Madera?

Dip your toes in the water at La Madera Beach or Principal Beach while you're in Playa la Madera. A visit to Zihuatanejo Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Playa la Madera include Kioto Plaza, Archaeological Museum of the Great Coast and Municipal Market. While you're out sightseeing, Fisherman's Walk and La Ropa Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Zihuatanejo.

The Best Hotels in Playa la Madera, Zihuatanejo - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Playa la Madera hotels

1. Hotel Irma

Playa la Madera

randy

₹11,822 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

2. Hotel Aura del Mar

Playa la Madera

Jose Quintana

₹13,729 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

3. Hotel Zihua Caracol

Playa la Madera

Merrill

₹9,139 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

4. Arena Suites

Playa la Madera

"This was a terrible place. I don't recommend it at all especially if travelling with minors. The hotel failed to communicate that they were cleaning the pool with chemicals. There was no sign or notice. We took our children for a early swim when all the sudden our kids started coughing. We got out immediately and the children ended up having a horrible reaction to the pool chemicals. We had to call a doctor due to the rashes. It was a terrible experience for us. Also, the hotel online...

Ana

₹10,019 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Master Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

5. Casa Sun and Moon

Playa la Madera

James

₹12,915 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

6. Casa Madera - Zihuatanejo

Playa la Madera

₹17,927 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

7. Casa Cerca del Mar

Playa la Madera

Andrea

₹24,839 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

8. Hotel Casa de la Palma Bed and Breakfast

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.6 km from Playa la Madera

Hector

₹4,066 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Standard Room (Three beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

9. OYO Hotel La Playa

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.6 km from Playa la Madera

VERONICA

₹2,400 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

10. Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.4 km from Playa la Madera

aldo

₹5,240 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

11. Hotel Solimar Inn Suites

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.3 km from Playa la Madera

Jeffrey

₹8,428 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

12. Zihua Mia Hotel Boutique

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.3 km from Playa la Madera

Adolfo

₹7,689 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

13. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

Playa La Ropa, 0.6 km from Playa la Madera

Yvonne

₹17,109 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

14. Hotel Las Salinas

1.2 km from Playa la Madera

Patricia

₹4,206 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

15. Hotel Zihua Malibu

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.9 km from Playa la Madera

₹3,894 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

16. Villa del Pescador

1 km from Playa la Madera

Jonathan

₹9,409 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

17. Hotel Bonito By ARANS

Playa La Ropa, 1.8 km from Playa la Madera

José Antonio

₹4,807 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Hotel Casa Arena

Zihuatanejo Centro, 0.6 km from Playa la Madera

Allison

₹4,837 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

19. Hotel Villa Mexicana

Playa La Ropa, 0.9 km from Playa la Madera

Elida

₹13,472 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

20. La Casa Que Canta

Playa La Ropa, 0.5 km from Playa la Madera

"The hotel is beautiful, and the concierge staff are amazing. The chef’s team is also very friendly and welcoming. The only issue we experienced was theft. We lost a speaker on the first day while our carry-ons and personal bags were being transferred to the room. The next day, my friend also lost $500 in cash after the cleaning service visited the room. Overall, it’s still worth visiting, but I would recommend carrying your personal belongings yourself and keeping all valuables securely locked...

Tarlan

₹52,968 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Playa la Madera

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Aura del Mar	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 554 reviews	View
Casa Cerca del Mar	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews	View
Hotel Irma	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Casa Sun and Moon	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 206 reviews	View
Hotel Zihua Caracol	3.0 star property	7.4 Good 250 reviews	View

Where to stay in Playa la Madera

Find the best Playa la Madera areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town at night with illuminated buildings and boats on the water.

Playa La Ropa

If you're spending some time in Playa La Ropa, La Ropa Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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A tourist market with colorful textiles and handicrafts.

Zihuatanejo Centro

Unique features of Zihuatanejo Centro include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay while you're exploring the area.

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A rocky beach with moss-covered rocks, calm water, and a forested hill in the background.

Playa Las Gatas

While visiting Playa Las Gatas, you might make a stop by sights like Las Gatas Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

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A beach with a person carrying a surfboard, palm trees, and a distant island.

La Palapa

While visiting La Palapa, you might make a stop by sights like La Madera Beach and La Ropa Beach.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sea.

Cerro del Vigia

While Cerro del Vigia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Las Gatas Beach and Zihuatanejo Bay.

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Top Playa la Madera Hotel Reviews

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"This place is a absolute must-visit if you are traveling to Zihuatanejo! The rooms are spacious, spotless, and cleaned twice a day—meaning you always have fresh towels and toiletries without even having to ask. The food was incredible; every single dish I ordered exceeded my expectations. If you love pasta, you have to try the chicken or shrimp Alfredo! A special shoutout to Antonio at the bar, who was incredibly friendly and attentive. Honestly, the entire restaurant and bar staff gave 100% to ensure we had a great experience."

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

8/10 Good

"The rooms are nice but if you have a mobility issue be careful there’s a lot of stairs. They do have a shuttle that can take up all the way to top but there’s still a lot of stairs to take to the actual room. The beach near by is beautiful and we were in in all day long didn’t go to the pool at all."

Sunscape Dorado Pacifico Ixtapa Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"The staff was amazing! Everyone was helpful and attentive. The rooms were clean, can't complain there. The only thing that I would have wanted would have been a greater variety of food at the buffet restaurant other than that the Views were amazing from my room. Overall I had a very good experience at this resort. The activities at the pool were a lot of fun as well. One Last thing, if you are planning on a relaxing stay, this might not be the hotel for you, we stayed Friday through Monday and every night there was Disco Club night so there was music playing until 12 midnight and the next day, Saturday, until 1 am. I was traveling with my elderly parents so this was something we didn't like."

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Our top choices for Playa la Madera hotels

1. Hotel Irma

2. Hotel Aura del Mar

3. Hotel Zihua Caracol

4. Arena Suites

5. Casa Sun and Moon

6. Casa Madera - Zihuatanejo

7. Casa Cerca del Mar

8. Hotel Casa de la Palma Bed and Breakfast

9. OYO Hotel La Playa

10. Fabuloso Hotel Las Vegas

11. Hotel Solimar Inn Suites

12. Zihua Mia Hotel Boutique

13. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Zihuatanejo

14. Hotel Las Salinas

15. Hotel Zihua Malibu

16. Villa del Pescador

17. Hotel Bonito By ARANS

18. Hotel Casa Arena

19. Hotel Villa Mexicana

20. La Casa Que Canta

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Where to stay in Playa la Madera

Playa La Ropa

Zihuatanejo Centro

Playa Las Gatas

La Palapa

Cerro del Vigia

Top Playa la Madera Hotel Reviews

Thompson Zihuatanejo, A Beach Resort, by Hyatt

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