Nightly rates from $70
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 19, 2012 Check-out: Feb 20, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
20 reviews
Emporio

This place has a great location just across from the shopping and restaurants. The staff was... See full review

  • Nixter09
  • Jan 23, 2012
Excellent vacation!

The location was fantastic. Great beach for walking. Also walking distance to any kind of... See full review

  • kim
  • Apr 2, 2011
Bright, fresh rooms and suites with Wi-Fi and ocean or mountain views
Emporio Ixtapa guests are greeted in a spacious marble lobby featuring tropical greenery, intimate seating areas and a dome inspired by the architecture of colonial Mexico. The 11-story hotel provides Pacific and mountain views from every vantage point. All 219 rooms and suites at the Emporio Ixtapa feature cable TV, Wi-Fi Internet access, in-room safes, coffee makers, hair dryers, mini-bars and dining tables for two (fees may apply). During the summer, kids’ programs include film nights and overnight camping.
Highlights
  • Childcare available and kids’ club
  • Concierge service
  • Master and presidential suites available
  • Outdoor swimming and children’s pools
  • Fitness center
Rooms
In standard rooms at the Emporio Ixtapa, choose from one king or two double beds. Some standard rooms overlook glistening ocean waters dotted with surrounding islands. Each junior suite features a mountain view, king-sized bed and living room with sofa sleeper.
Features
The outdoor pool and Jacuzzi feature a swim-up bar, while the children’s pool offers a fountain and serves as the meeting point for the Emporio Ixtapa kids’ club. While the kids play, shop at the Plaza las Fuentes, visit the on-site salon or work out in the fitness center. The resort features two tennis courts and the staff arranges for aerobics classes, bicycle tours, volleyball and water polo. Special rates are available for guests heading to the nearby Marina Ixtapa Golf Club.
Dining
A variety of Mexican and international dishes and a chef's buffet are served for lunch and dinner at the Condimento Restaurant at the Emporio Ixtapa. The beachside Sunset Grill Restaurant specializes in surf-and-turf buffet dining. Before or after dinner, stop by the lobby bar for cocktails and music. All drinks and meals can be served on the beach, by the pool or in guest rooms.

 

Transportation
  • Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (10 mi/15.7 km)
  • Mexican Federal Highway 200 (1 mi/1.9 km)
  • Mexican Federal Highway 134 (5 mi/7.8 km)


Attractions
  • Plaza las Fuentes (Across the street)
  • Magic World water park (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Delfiniti Ixtapa dolphinarium (0.5 mi/0.9 km)
  • Campo de Golf Ixtapa (0.6 mi/0.9 km)
  • Marina Ixtapa Golf Club (1 mi/2.1 km) 
  • La Costa Grande Archaeological Museum (3 mi/5.1 km)
  • Isla Ixtapa (4 mi/6.2 km)
Business
  • Two conference rooms accommodate up to 400 people
  • Catering service available

Emporio Ixtapa Rooms

Standard Ocean View EP
Standard Ocean View EP features: two double beds or one king size bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, coffee maker and hair dryer, ocean or mountain view.
Standard Mountain View AI
Standard Mountain View AI features: two double beds or one king size bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, coffee maker and hair dryer, ocean or mountain view.
Standard Mountain View EP
Standard Mountain View EP features: two double beds or one king size bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, Coffee Maker and Hair dryer, ocean or mountain view.
Junior Suite One Bedroom AI
Junior Suite One Bedroom AI features: one king size bed and a living room with a sofa bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, coffee maker and hair dryer mountain view.
Junior Suite One Bedroom EP
Junior Suite One Bedroom EP features: one king size bed and a living room with a sofa bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, coffee maker and hair dryer, mountain view.
Standard Ocean View AI
Standard Ocean View AI features: two double beds or one king size bed, service bar, safe box, phone, bathroom with shower, dinning table for two, cable TV, coffee maker and hair dryer ocean or mountain view.

Hotel Map

Blvd Ixtapa S/N, Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa, 40880

Area served
Ixtapa, Mexico.
Nearby airports
Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 6 miles.
Area description
The hotel is strategically located in the heart of Palmar Bay, five minutes from the Marina Golf Club and the Palma Real, 15 minutes from the airport and just five minutes from the picturesque village of Zihuatanejo.

Amenities

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Currency Exchange
  • Doctor on Call
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Gift Shop
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa services
  • Tennis
  • Tour Desk
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
For your next event you could offer guests the comfort and functionality of the facilities and services offered by the Emporio Ixtapa, with the additional advantage of its excellent location. The hotel has two salons for events, one of which can be divided into three modules with a capacity for 400 guests in a variety of settings. There is also an executive support room and spacious gardens suitable for 700 people as well as excellent open areas for cocktails and special events. In addition we offer different executive menu options for food and drinks to suit the needs of your group as well as a personalized service backed by the experience and quality standards necessary to make your convention or event a resounding success.

Dining

Condimento Restaurant
Enjoy our variety of exquisite Mexican and International dishes for lunch and dinner along with a hearty buffet offering specialties recommended by the chef. The hygiene and care with which we prepare our food is guaranteed by the H Distinction certification awarded to Emporio Hotels by the Ministry of Tourism.
Snack & Pool Bar
At the edge of the pool you can enjoy a delicious meal and a wide variety of snacks accompanied by your favorite drink while you peacefully soak up the sun.
Arrecife Restaurant
The ideal spot to enjoy a magnificent gourmet supper under the stars, whether on the terrace or, if you prefer, inside the restaurant. A magical night in a formal style facing the sea. (Reservation required).
• Sunset Grill Restaurant
A “surf ‘n’ turf” buffet adjoining the beach with exquisite fish, seafood and steak options to choose from before sending them off to the grill. There is also a delicious salad bar and desserts table to be enjoyed while you watch the sun set. * Available during the winter season, from December 15 to the end of Easter, and open from 18:00 to 23:00 hrs. (Reservation required).
Lobby Bar
The sunset is even more enchanting when accompanied by a variety of cocktails and live music offered in the Lobby Bar from 18:00 to 23:00 hrs.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (20)

Ratings and reviews for Emporio Ixtapa

Overall score

3.6 / 5
20 out of 20
Amenities:
3.5
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.7
Value:
4

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Tetesuca
Wisconsin, USA
Jan 31, 2012

It was great...great experience

Everyone was very friendly and the service was great....will go back

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

4
Nixter09
San Diego, CA, USA
Jan 23, 2012

Emporio

This place has a great location just across from the shopping and restaurants. The staff was friendly, and the rooms were cleaned pretty well. My gripes were that the floor in the bathroom was wet everyday even after they cleaned, and the club across the street was playing music all night long and you could hear it in our room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

About a 15 minute walk towards the south along Ixtapa blvd there is a restaurant called Tequla y Salsa, they had great food and great prices!

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

4
kim
Gig Harbor, WA
Apr 2, 2011

Excellent vacation!

The location was fantastic. Great beach for walking. Also walking distance to any kind of restaurant you would like to visit. The waiters for breakfast, dinner and poolside were superb! Unfortunately, the hotel was unable to give change for US money, which caused quite a dilemma when we were leaving. Also, their computer in the lobby did not work.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Bogart's was fantastic! Very upscale for the area. And the service was second to none.

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

4
Lori007
Green Bay, WI
Mar 29, 2011

Wonderful vacation.

Rooms are close the pool, beach, and restaurant..Beach is wonderful. Shopping and more across the street. Only 7 miles to Zihautenajo. The food was great and the staff were extremely nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

4
Geano
Oshkosh.WI
Feb 18, 2011

you will love it here

Excellent Resort at a excellent price![...]Awesome staff from entry to exit.Become ill, and hotel had a doctor their in no time, right across the street is everything you need, shops, pharmacias,restaurants, may to choose from.Beautiful pool and swimup bar.Right on the beach,we will definitely be going back to the Emporio.The only thing we really missed, was entertainment at night, it would really be a positive for the Emporio.You can jump on the beach and parasail, walk the beach,about 7 mins and get a massage, or swim with the dolphins,which is 10 mins. walking distance from the Emporio:)Full of excellent people, we met the sweetest people from Minnesota.The beds and pillows make you want to take them home.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Momma Noras and Deborahs...EXCELLENT!!!!!Mexican with a american twist, she also owns Chili Beans, which has the best ribs, shrimp and steaks

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

4
Franco
Lower Michigan
Jan 11, 2011

swimming pool a little to shallow.

clean rooms, nice view. Would really like a balcony. Swimming pool a little to shallow. Very friendly staff. The front desk personnel very efficient.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

3
Sun Seekers
Clatskanie, OR
Jan 1, 2011

Good value; lots of children

We have vacationed in Mexico, seven times and five of those were in Ixtapa or Zihua. This was our first time at the Emporio. All in all, we feel the Emporio was a great value for the money. Our room, the restaurant on site, the lobby and pool area were all extremely clean. The ocean view from our room was fantastic. The only disappointing thing about the hotel facility was the lack of consistent hot water. It was hit and miss whether we had a warm shower or not. Also, the Emporio is definitely a family hotel. We are not anti-kids, it's just that we heard pretty constant screaming (in a fun way) from the pool area. The swim-up bar was a favorite hang out of the children. To solve it, we just avoided the pool. We typically travel from about Dec 15th until Jan 1st, so we are used to children being around--it just seemed like a lot more at the Emporio than we encountered at other hotels. If we traveled with children, the Emporio would be a good choice for us.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Consider a walk to the Marina for some dining options and to check out the beautiful yachts. ZPizza at the Marina has the best pizza in town and their ZBQ salad is also excellent! The French restaurant next to ZPizza serves a really great Chardonney. It's probably about 15 minute walk.

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

1
FANDERO
MEXICO CITY
Dec 11, 2010

LOUSY HOTEL

OLD STYLE ROOM, NOISY AND BAD AIR CONDITIONER. NO HOT WATER. REGULAR BED. BAD SERVICE AT THE FRONT DESK. THEY DO NOT RESPECT ROOM SELECTION FROM [...]I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS HOTEL AT ALL

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
1
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

EMILIO´S PIZZA. ASK FOR THE MARINE PIZZA IT´S GREAT

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

5
Robyn
Chicago, IL
Nov 22, 2010

Awesome hotel!

We loved the hotel, it was beautiful. It wasn't crowded at all. The staff was friendly and very helpful. You have to get an ocean view! The beach was steps from the hotel, just perfect. The pool was large and I loved the pool bar. You can play pool volleyball too, I loved that! There were many restaurants and shops across the street, I saw something different every time we went for a walk. You can get transportation by bus or cab to Zihuatanejo cheap, so we hopped on the bus and went for a ride several times. When we returned to our room, we would find flowers and towel animals on the bed, it was lovely. I would definitely stay at the Emporio again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Take the bus into Zihuatanejo! It's only about 10 minutes, and it's a beautiful ride! You can find shops, restaurants, bars, beaches, and everything there!

Review of Emporio Ixtapa

Reviewer score

3
Oregon Lady
Portland, Oregon
Sep 19, 2010

Okay, but not amazing

The one big complaint I have is that they advertise having wireless internet available, and they don't. I am not sure what the issue was but we asked the staff several times how to access their wifi and they never gave us a straight answer. We had to mooch off a neighboring hotel's signal (and that was by instruction of one of the hotel staff!). Lots of families with little kids stay at this hotel. It was not the most romantic hotel for a couple to stay in on their honeymoon, but their rooms were clean and the staff was friendly. The restaurant was okay. The menu was not very diverse, so after a night or two you have to go out in the town to find dinner because you are just so bored with the menu. I thought the restaurant was a bit over priced for the quality of the food.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
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