The 10 Best Zihuatanejo Airbnbs (#5 Is Only Reachable by Boat)
Looking for the best Zihuatanejo 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.
Zihuatanejo is a laid-back fishing town on a sheltered bay on Guerrero’s Pacific coast — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s this Cliffside Villa with three pools and a private chef — check it out here.
The tricky part is that the town is small, but the best stays are spread out between downtown, the beaches around the bay and the hills above it. That’s where I come in!
I’ve hand-picked a list of places, each with either Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge (nearly-5 star ratings and lots of glowing reviews) or a spot in Airbnb Luxe, which Airbnb vets for quality.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best Zihuatanejo Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Luxe Cliffside Villa with Three Pools and a Private Chef in Punta Garrobo | Punta Garrobo | Luxury travelers, groups of 16+ | ➡️ Check it out |
| 2️⃣ Three-Bedroom Villa with a Rooftop Pool and Beach Club Access in Punta Garrobo | Punta Garrobo | Groups of up to 8 | ➡️ Check it out |
| 3️⃣ Casa del Cielo Bed & Breakfast, Paradise Suite | Playa La Ropa | Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Zihuatanejo Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best Zihuatanejo Airbnbs
1. Luxe Cliffside Villa with Three Pools and a Private Chef in Punta Garrobo
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Punta Garrobo)
- ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of 16+
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa Yuri is a cliffside villa in Punta Garrobo, a private gated community above the ocean.
Your stay includes a private chef, a bartender and a housekeeper, so you won’t have to lift a finger.
Picture yourself watching the sunrise over the ocean, then ending the day with a cocktail and the sunset from the terrace.
Between swims in the three pools, there’s a hot tub, a private sauna, a gym and an outdoor kitchen overlooking the ocean.
For the evenings, there’s a pool table and arcade games.
Guests get direct beach access, plus the community’s beach club, tennis and paddle courts, and 24/7 security.
It sleeps 16+ guests in 6 bedrooms with 10 bathrooms, and downtown Zihuatanejo is about 10 minutes away.
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2. Three-Bedroom Villa with a Rooftop Pool and Beach Club Access in Punta Garrobo
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Punta Garrobo)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
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This villa sits in the lush hills of Punta Garrobo, with views of the green mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Picture yourself floating in the rooftop pool, with the ocean in front of you.
The community’s beach club has an infinity pool, and there are tennis and paddle courts too.
Don’t feel like walking? A shuttle inside the community can take you to the beach club.
Save a night for dinner at Kau Kan, a restaurant right inside the development.
Cleaning is included every third day, and the home is all on one level, with no stairs.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
Heads up: the beach club and courts are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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3. Casa del Cielo Bed & Breakfast, Paradise Suite
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Playa La Ropa)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Casa del Cielo is a boutique bed and breakfast perched high on the hill above Zihuatanejo Bay.
Paradise Suite sits on the lower level, right next to the patio and the downstairs pool.
Picture a morning swim, then a lazy afternoon on the sundeck with the whole bay below you.
Up on the third level, there’s a second pool, so you can pick your view.
The suite has two double beds, AC, a ceiling fan and a private bathroom.
You’ll share the kitchen, living room and sundeck with the other guests, and there’s a workspace in the house.
Since the house sits up high, there’s usually a nice breeze.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom.
Heads up: there are over 100 stairs up to the house, so it isn’t ideal for small children or anyone with mobility issues.
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4. Newly Built Three-Bedroom Villa with a Pool and Bay Views above Playa La Ropa
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Playa La Ropa)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
You’ll fall in love with the views at Casa Bailey, a newly built villa on the hill above Playa La Ropa.
Every bedroom has a view, and the sunsets over the bay steal the show.
Picture yourself on the sundeck with a cold drink, after an afternoon in the pool.
At nearly 3,000 square feet (280 m²), there’s room to spread out, including a media room for movie nights.
Every bedroom has AC, and two of them have king beds.
Your host, Erika, is a Superhost who can set you up with a cook, a grocery run or a tour guide.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms.
Heads up: the house is about 25 steps below the road, and the walk down to the beach is steep.
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5. Boat-Access Wooden Cottage with a Pool on Playa Las Gatas
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Playa Las Gatas)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Want to really get away from it all?
This rustic wooden cottage sits on Playa Las Gatas, and the only way to get there is by boat.
Your host arranges free boat rides when you arrive and leave, and taxi boats run to town during the day.
Picture morning swims off a secluded beach, a little fishing, and bonfires under the stars.
It’s one of the few places on this beach with a pool, and daily cleaning is included.
A cook is available for an extra fee, and the host can do your grocery shopping before you arrive.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and there’s Starlink Wi-Fi in the common area.
Heads up: there are no shops nearby, and boats don’t run at night except in emergencies.
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6. Three-Bedroom Oceanfront Apartment with a Pool and Kayaks in Puerto Mio
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Puerto Mio)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This oceanfront apartment sits on a peninsula in Puerto Mio, a gated community on Zihuatanejo Bay.
From the terrace, you’ll take in views of both the bay and the open ocean.
Grab a free kayak and paddle the bay, or head to the dock steps away for fishing and sailing.
Guests also get access to Contramar Cove, a quiet pebble cove with sun loungers and a grill, about a 10-minute walk away.
Daily cleaning is included, and a cook is available during the day for an extra fee.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and downtown is about a 15-minute walk.
Heads up: the host recommends taking a taxi rather than walking into town at night.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
7. Two-Bedroom Villa with Full Staff and a Palapa Pool near Playa La Ropa
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (La Ropa)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 5, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This standalone villa sits in a tropical resort garden in La Ropa, one of Zihuatanejo’s most upscale areas.
A dedicated staff takes care of the daily housekeeping, and a concierge can book your excursions and dinners.
Picture lazy afternoons by the saltwater pool under the palapa, then a short walk to dinner.
Over 15 restaurants are within walking distance, and Playa La Ropa is about a 5-minute walk.
Both bedrooms have king beds, and there’s AC, a dedicated workspace and a spa-style outdoor shower.
Small dogs and cats are welcome.
It sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: the pool and palapa are shared with other resort guests.
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8. Two-Bedroom Ocean-View Villa with a Private Plunge Pool on Cerro del Vigía
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Cerro del Vigía)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Perched on Cerro del Vigía, this villa looks out over the Pacific and the whole Bay of Zihuatanejo.
Picture sunset drinks in your private plunge pool, on a terrace with panoramic ocean views.
It’s in Villas del Vigía, a private gated community that’s part boutique hotel, part vacation rentals.
When you want more room to swim, there’s a shared pool with bay views and a pool bar.
There are tennis courts and walking paths too, and pets are allowed.
The main bedroom has a king bed, and the second has two double beds.
It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
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9. Modern Downtown Loft with a Balcony, Steps from Playa Principal
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Centro)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Want to walk everywhere in Zihuatanejo?
This new loft is in the heart of downtown, steps from Playa Principal and a short walk from the Plaza Municipal and the parish church.
Start your morning with local Guerrero coffee from the welcome kit, out on your small balcony with city views.
Inside, there’s a king bed, a kitchenette, a smart TV, AC and a dedicated workspace with high-speed Wi-Fi.
Your host, Demian, is a Superhost known for sharing his local tips.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, on the third floor of the Alameda building.
Downtown is lively, with daytime traffic, so the host leaves earplugs in the room for light sleepers.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
10. One-Bedroom Condo with a Rooftop Garden in La Madera
- 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (La Madera)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This condo is ranked in the top 5% of homes on Airbnb, in La Madera, between downtown and Playa La Ropa.
The sand is a short walk away, and so are downtown’s restaurants.
Picture an evening on the rooftop garden, with views of the sea and the mountains.
Working from the beach? There are two desks with ergonomic chairs and high-speed internet.
There’s also a shared pool, a king bed, a sofa bed and a full kitchen.
It sleeps 3 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, and your host, Juan José, is a Superhost.
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Best Zihuatanejo Airbnbs FAQ
What is the best area to stay in Zihuatanejo?
Downtown (Centro) is the best area if you want to walk to the beach, restaurants and the plaza, while Playa La Ropa has hillside villas with bay views a short walk from the sand.
Punta Garrobo has gated villas with a beach club, and La Madera sits between downtown and Playa La Ropa.
First time in town? Start with my Zihuatanejo travel guide.
Love quiet beach towns? See my list of off-the-beaten-path Mexico beach towns.
Do you need a car in Zihuatanejo?
Not if you stay downtown, since you can walk to the beach, restaurants and markets.
There’s no Uber in Zihuatanejo, but taxis, urvans and combis are easy to find, and a car is handy if you stay in Punta Garrobo or up in the hills.
Thinking of driving? Read my tips for renting a car in Zihuatanejo.
Are there Zihuatanejo Airbnbs with private pools?
Yes, many of the bigger villas have private pools or plunge pools.
On this list, Casa Yuri has three pools, the Punta Garrobo villa has a rooftop pool, and the Cerro del Vigía villa has its own plunge pool.
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