What's it like in Playa Las Gatas?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Zihuatanejo's Playa Las Gatas neighbourhood. Are you looking for Playa Las Gatas travel tips? Make sure that you visit Zihuatanejo Bay and La Ropa Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Playa Las Gatas?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Bonito By ARANS is one of the top choices for your stay in Playa Las Gatas. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from La Ropa Beach, and it offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Real de la Palma and Isla Bonita Hotel .

How many hotels are there in the Playa Las Gatas area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Zihuatanejo, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 69 Playa Las Gatas hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Playa Las Gatas.

What are the top things to see and do in Playa Las Gatas?

Dip your toes in the water at La Ropa Beach or Las Gatas Beach while you're in Playa Las Gatas. Zihuatanejo Bay and Virgin of the Tree are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Contramar Beach, Playa Contramar and Principal Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Playa Las Gatas. While you're out sightseeing, La Madera Beach and Fisherman's Walk are a couple of additional sights to visit in Zihuatanejo.

Top 10 Playa Las Gatas Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Playa Las Gatas hotels

Hotel Bungalows Arena Dorada - Adults Only

Playa Las Gatas

Annie

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Real de la Palma

Playa Las Gatas

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Hotel Bonito By ARANS

Playa Las Gatas

Diana Paola

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Casa Arecas

Playa Las Gatas

Andrey

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Zana Town Bungalows

12.8 km from Playa Las Gatas

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Qualton Club Ixtapa - All Inclusive

11.8 km from Playa Las Gatas

"This is one of my favourite lodgings. What makes this property unique is the staff, from service in recreational areas, cleaning, entertainment and restaurant service, everyone is eager to help guests. The place is clean y well kept, although facilites are older. Beach access is great, and there is also accessibility to walk to Playa Linda and visit Ixtapa Island. Amazing place and looking forward to my next stay!"

Azareel

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

Villas victoria mirador

5.3 km from Playa Las Gatas

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Villas Malaki

11.6 km from Playa Las Gatas

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

El Secreto Residencial

11.1 km from Playa Las Gatas

Francisco Tosta Valim

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers

Krystal Ixtapa All Inclusive

7.3 km from Playa Las Gatas

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

5 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Azul Ixtapa All Inclusive Beach Resort Convention Center

11.3 km from Playa Las Gatas

Adriana

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

Portofino Hotel & Restaurante

12.7 km from Playa Las Gatas

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

4 Jul - 5 Jul

Las Brisas Ixtapa

5.4 km from Playa Las Gatas

Elaine

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Fontan Ixtapa Beach Resort - All Inclusive

6.7 km from Playa Las Gatas

Joel

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Hotel Marbella Playa Larga

6 km from Playa Las Gatas

craig

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Hotel Azul Ixtapa Grand Resort Spa and Convention Center - All inclusive

11.5 km from Playa Las Gatas

Allison

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

Villa El Murmullo by La Casa Que Canta

Playa La Ropa, 1.7 km from Playa Las Gatas

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Emporio Ixtapa - with Optional All Inclusive

7 km from Playa Las Gatas

Jarim

includes taxes & fees

9 Jul - 10 Jul

Park Royal Beach Ixtapa - All Inclusive

7.5 km from Playa Las Gatas

Gabriela

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Luxury Oceanfront At Majahua

29 km from Playa Las Gatas

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

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Where to stay in Playa Las Gatas

Find the best Playa Las Gatas areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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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Playa la Madera

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playa la Madera. A stop by La Madera Beach or Zihuatanejo Bay might round out your trip.

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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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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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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 Zihuatanejo Bay and La Ropa Beach.

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Top Playa Las Gatas Hotel Reviews

Barceló Ixtapa All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"I don’t like the pool bar hours, they close at 5:00pm every day , there is not music and also i don’t like the premium packaged , we pay extra$400 for two guest , and we drinked the same as the regular all inclusive"