The 10 Best Acapulco Airbnbs (#6 Overlooks the Cliff Divers)
Looking for the best Acapulco Airbnbs?
You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country.
Acapulco is Mexico’s classic Pacific resort city, wrapped around Acapulco Bay and famous for the La Quebrada cliff divers — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the three-bedroom villa with its own staff and a private infinity pool — check it out here.
Acapulco stretches from rustic Pie de la Cuesta to resort-filled Acapulco Diamante, so the area you pick shapes your whole stay. That’s where I come in!
I’ve hand-picked a list of places, all with nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews, and Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best Acapulco Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Three-Bedroom Villa with Staff and a Private Infinity Pool | Joyas de Brisa Mar, past Las Brisas | Groups of up to 10, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
| 2️⃣ Two-Bedroom Beachfront Condo with Daily Housekeeping | Costa Azul, by Baby’O | Groups of up to 4, families | ➡️ Check it out |
| 3️⃣ Four-Bedroom Beachfront Condo with a Beach Club | Acapulco Dorado, on Playa Cici | Groups of up to 12, families | ➡️ Check it out |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Acapulco Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best Acapulco Airbnbs
1. Three-Bedroom Villa with Staff and a Private Infinity Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Joyas de Brisa Mar, past Las Brisas)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 10, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
You’ll fall in love with this villa, where two staff members are included to pamper you, clean daily and cook for you.
Picture lazy afternoons in your private infinity pool, which the host calls the best view in Acapulco.
The cook can even have a meal ready when you arrive, and you only pay for the ingredients.
All three bedrooms have AC, and two of them hide a small pull-out bed for kids under the main bed.
Outside, there’s a charcoal grill, an outdoor dining area and sun loungers.
It’s in Joyas de Brisa Mar, a private subdivision with lots of security, and there’s parking for two cars.
Up to three pets are welcome.
It sleeps 10 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: there’s no washer or dryer.
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2. Two-Bedroom Beachfront Condo with Daily Housekeeping
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Costa Azul, by Baby’O)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families
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This bright condo sits in Armando’s Le Club, a condo hotel by the famous Baby’O, with the beach just steps away.
Picture sunset drinks on your terrace, with views of the bay, the beach and the pool.
Four hours of daily housekeeping are included, so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation.
The complex has pools for adults and kids, an adults-only hot tub, a gym and 24-hour security.
The master bedroom has a king bed and its own bathroom, and the second bedroom has two double beds.
AC, fast Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen and parking for one car round it out.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
Heads up: the pools are shared, and the condo’s rules are strict (no coolers, speakers or glass in the pool area).
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3. Four-Bedroom Beachfront Condo with a Beach Club
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Acapulco Dorado, on Playa Cici)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12, families
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You’ll fall in love with this huge beachfront condo, about 2,900 square feet (270 m²) and fully renovated after Hurricane Otis.
Picture dinner on the 66-foot (20 m) panoramic balcony, with unobstructed views of Santa Lucía Bay as the city lights come on.
The complex has 328 feet (100 m) of beach and a beach club with palapas, loungers and a restaurant-bar that serves you on the sand.
Kids will love the pool’s waterslide and the covered wading area.
All four bedrooms have their own bathroom, AC and blackout shades, and daily housekeeping is included.
Super-fast Wi-Fi, a workspace in a room with a door and a Breville espresso machine make longer stays easy.
From December 10 to January 10, the condo is even decorated for Christmas.
It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the host says some cosmetic finishes on the building’s back wall are still unfinished, and the pool and beach club are shared.
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4. White Three-Bedroom Villa with a Private Pool and Pacific Views
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Las Brisas)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 10
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Villa Suspiro is a gorgeous white villa in Las Brisas, fully renovated after Hurricane Otis, with relaxed beach style and Mexican artisanal details.
Picture a morning swim in your private pool, with the Pacific stretching out in front of you.
The bedrooms, the living room and the dining room all have full ocean views, and all three bedrooms have AC.
Cleaning is included, and a cook is available on request.
The clubhouse has a large pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room and a small restaurant that opens on weekends.
The house sits in a nature reserve, with a walking and running path through Las Brisas that overlooks Acapulco Bay.
A washer and dryer, a crib and two parking spots make family stays easy.
It sleeps 10 guests in 3 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: there are stairs, and the host highly recommends arriving by car.
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5. Four-Bedroom Boho Villa with an Infinity Pool and Ocean Views
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (La Cima)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 15
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This boutique boho villa sits in La Cima, an exclusive residential subdivision with a double security booth.
Picture the whole group around the infinity pool, with sweeping views of the bay and the sea.
A daily housekeeper and a waiter are included, and a cook or chef can be added for an extra cost.
There’s also a wet bar, a family room, and a garden with a barbecue grill and a hammock.
All four bedrooms have smart TVs, and there’s central AC and a dedicated workspace.
Parking fits three cars.
It sleeps 15 guests in 4 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms.
Heads up: loud music isn’t allowed, and the infinity pool’s edge has no railing, so keep an eye on kids.
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6. Three-Bedroom Penthouse with a Private Pool Overlooking La Quebrada
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (La Quebrada, traditional Acapulco)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Big Blue is a Mediterranean-style penthouse with 360-degree views, in the heart of traditional Acapulco.
Picture yourself floating in your private infinity pool while the famous La Quebrada cliff divers put on their show.
The living and dining area opens fully onto a large terrace, cooled by the sea breeze.
There’s also a private hot tub, an outdoor kitchen and a barbecue grill.
Each of the three bedrooms has its own bathroom, and there’s AC and an elevator.
Cleaning service comes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
One pet is welcome.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
Heads up: guests must arrive by 8 p.m. at the latest.
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7. Three-Bedroom Apartment in Punta Diamante with Golf Course Views
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Punta Diamante, Acapulco Diamante)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 7, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This modern, spacious apartment sits in Punta Diamante, in a luxury condo complex overlooking the golf course.
Picture a lazy afternoon by the complex’s pool and hot tub, then dinner at Plaza La Isla, just a 5-minute drive away.
For an extra fee, you can buy wristbands for the Mayan Playa resort’s private beach, pools and tennis courts.
The public beach access at Copacabana is less than half a mile (700 m) away.
The complex has 24/7 security, and you check in with the doorman at the main gate.
A washer, Wi-Fi and free parking round it out.
It sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
Heads up: every guest over age 5 pays a small one-time fee for a condo ID wristband at check-in.
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8. Two-Bedroom Condo with a Lake View at Mayan Lakes
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Mayan Lakes, Acapulco Diamante)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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This fresh, Californian-style condo has beach- and surf-inspired décor and a balcony overlooking the main lake at Mayan Lakes.
Picture morning coffee at the balcony’s high-top table, looking out over the water.
You can use the complex’s pools with hot tubs, kayaks, ping-pong tables and kids’ play areas.
The clubhouse adds tennis, padel and pickleball courts, a gym with a sauna and steam room, a semi-Olympic pool and a restaurant.
For an extra fee, you can also use the Mayan Palace resort’s pools, lazy river and beach access.
Inside, there’s AC, a washer and dryer, a 65-inch TV and fast Wi-Fi with a workspace.
It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
Heads up: it’s up one flight of stairs, the pools are shared, and there’s a refundable security deposit at check-in.
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9. Romantic One-Bedroom House near the Beach in Pie de la Cuesta
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (Pie de la Cuesta)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers, pet-friendly
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This peaceful hideaway in quiet Pie de la Cuesta is made for nature lovers and couples who want to escape the city.
Picture a sunset stroll on the long, open beach, just a 5-minute walk (about 1,000 feet / 300 m) away.
Back at the house, you’re right by the calm lagoon, with moonrises over the water.
The garden is full of iguanas, butterflies, palm trees and tropical fruit trees.
Inside, there’s a king bed, AC, fast Wi-Fi and a full kitchen, plus a hammock outside.
The shared pool and barbecue area sit in a quiet garden, about a 3-minute walk (430 feet / 130 m) from the house.
Up to two pets are welcome, just not in the pool.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: there’s no direct beach access, and four other houses share the property.
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10. One-Bedroom Loft with Views of Santa Lucía Bay
- 📍 Neighborhood: Acapulco (traditional Acapulco, near Caleta and Caletilla beaches)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This modern loft has a spectacular view of Santa Lucía Bay, in the traditional part of Acapulco near Caleta and Caletilla beaches.
Picture sunset by one of the complex’s two pools, then a soak in the hot tub.
Inside, there’s a queen bed, a sofa bed, AC, a Smart TV and a home-office space with Wi-Fi.
The kitchen has a mini fridge, an induction cooktop, a coffee maker and a microwave.
A Walmart Express, a 24-hour pharmacy and an Oxxo are within walking distance, and buses run along the Costera a few steps away.
La Quebrada is less than a 10-minute drive.
It sleeps 3 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: you’ll leave an ID with the security guard when you arrive, and it’s returned when you leave.
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Best Acapulco Airbnbs FAQ
What is the best area to stay in Acapulco?
The Golden Zone (Acapulco Dorado) along the Costera is best for beaches, restaurants and nightlife, Acapulco Diamante is quieter and resort-style, and Pie de la Cuesta is rustic and laid-back.
Armando’s Le Club is by Baby’O in the Golden Zone, the Mayan Lakes condo is in Acapulco Diamante, and the romantic one-bedroom house is in Pie de la Cuesta.
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Do any Acapulco Airbnbs come with staff?
Yes, several places on this list include staff, from daily housekeeping to a cook.
The three-bedroom villa includes two staff members who clean and cook, and the boho villa in La Cima includes a daily housekeeper and a waiter.
Heading up the Pacific coast too? Check out the best Puerto Vallarta Airbnbs.
Are there Acapulco Airbnbs with a private pool?
Yes, three places on this list have their own private pool.
The three-bedroom villa and Big Blue have private infinity pools, and Villa Suspiro has a private pool with Pacific views.
Want more stays with private pools? Check out the best Mazatlán Airbnbs and the best Sayulita Airbnbs.
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