Playa la Madera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Bill Chaisson
Photo by Bill Chaisson
Photo by Bill Chaisson
Photo by Bill Chaisson

Popular places to visit

La Ropa Beach

La Ropa Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Ropa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

La Ropa Beach
Zihuatanejo Bay

Zihuatanejo Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Zihuatanejo Bay during your travels in Zihuatanejo. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Zihuatanejo Bay
Las Gatas Beach

Las Gatas Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Las Gatas Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Las Gatas Beach

La Madera Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Madera Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

La Madera Beach

Larga Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Larga Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Zihuatanejo. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Larga Beach

Municipal Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Municipal Market during your visit to Zihuatanejo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Municipal Market

Activities

Troncones, Manzanillo Bay and Majahua Beach Private Tour

Troncones, Manzanillo Bay and Majahua Beach Tour

AU$145
per adult
Troncones, Manzanillo Bay and Majahua Beach Tour
3-Day Private Guided Tour of Monarch Butterflies in Michoacan

3-Day Private Guided Tour of Monarch Butterflies in Michoacan

AU$979
per adult
3-Day Private Guided Tour of Monarch Butterflies in Michoacan
Zihuatanejo Fishing and Cooking Activity in Ixtapa

Zihuatanejo Fishing and Cooking Activity in Ixtapa

AU$382
per adult
Zihuatanejo Fishing and Cooking Activity in Ixtapa
Horseback Riding Tour by Ketavi

Horseback Riding Playa Larga

AU$145
per adult
Horseback Riding Playa Larga
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo: Las Gatas Beach Tour with Snorkeling

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo: Las Gatas Beach

AU$78
per adult
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo: Las Gatas Beach
Ixtapa: 7 Islands Boat Tour

Ixtapa: 7 Islands Boat Tour

AU$98
per adult
Ixtapa: 7 Islands Boat Tour
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Our pick of the best Playa la Madera Hotel Deals

Hotel Irma

Hotel Irma

3 out of 5
Calle Adelita S/N, La Madera Beach, Zihuatanejo, GRO
The price is AU$152 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$152
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It is in the heart of Playa Madera. A walk off property for access to the beach and boardwalk to coffe shops, restaurants, massage , tourist points of interest."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Hotel Irma
Hotel Aura del Mar

Hotel Aura del Mar

3.5 out of 5
Eva Samano de Lopez Mateos s/n, Playa la Madera, Zihuatanejo, GRO
The price is AU$258 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$258
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (513 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Great location - minutes away from el centro and immediate beach access to Playa Madera. The pool area has been remodeled making it a great space to lounge around, and they have a fanstatic restaurant onsite with views of Zihua. Lastly, the staff is very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Aura del Mar
Hotel Zihua Caracol

Hotel Zihua Caracol

3 out of 5
Calle Adelita Sn Playa La Madera, Zihuatanejo, GRO
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and La Madera Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (221 reviews)
"This place was clean and location convenient. Wifi not great, pool was lovely and very well cared for area. Breakfast included was nice and pretty good. Looking into maybe going back next year, but getting a kitchen"

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

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Hotel Zihua Caracol
Casa Sun and Moon

Casa Sun and Moon

3 out of 5
Adelita 10 Playa De la Madera, Zihuatanejo, GRO
The price is AU$130 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$130
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and La Madera Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (186 reviews)
Good stay
"Good beachfront location. Simple rooms, clean. Helpful and friendly staff. Great pool with fantastic view. Recommend"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Casa Sun and Moon
Arena Suites

Arena Suites

3 out of 5
Eva Samano de López Mateos s/n, Playa La Madera, Zihuatanejo, GRO
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and La Madera ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"Best place to stay. Steps from the beach. All staff great. Good restaurant on premise. Kitchens we use for buying fresh fish right at the pier. Good Mercado in town, or go to Soriana supermarket. Good beaches, local cabs are less than $5."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

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Arena Suites
Casa Madera - Zihuatanejo

Casa Madera - Zihuatanejo

2 out of 5
Esquina Calle Eva Sámano con Nuestra, Señora de Los Remedios, Zihuatanejo, GRO
The price is AU$263 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$263
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Zihuatanejo. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions La Ropa Beach and La Madera Beach are located nearby.
Casa Madera - Zihuatanejo
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Playa la Madera

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La Palapa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Palapa and surrounding area, you can visit La Madera Beach and La Ropa Beach.

La Palapa
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Darío Galeana

While Darío Galeana isn't home to many top sights, La Madera Beach and La Ropa Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Darío Galeana
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo showing street scenes and a city

Zihuatanejo Centro

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Zihuatanejo Centro
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Vicente Guerrero

While Vicente Guerrero may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Madera Beach and Municipal Market.

Vicente Guerrero
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Progreso

Progreso might not have many top sights, but La Madera Beach and La Ropa Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Progreso
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El Limón

When in El Limón, you can plan a visit to La Madera Beach and Kioto Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

El Limón

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