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Catalina Beach Resort

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM, pool umbrellas
2 bars/lounges, beach bar
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
View from property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly

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Playa De La Ropa S/N, Apartado Postal # 23, Zihuatanejo, GRO, 40895
  • Zihuatanejo Bay
    4 min walk
  • La Madera Beach
    11 min walk
  • Kioto Plaza
    15 min walk
  • Ixtapa, Guerrero (ZIH-Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Grand Terrace Room | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Grand Terrace Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Beach View Suite | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Beach View Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Linda Vista Suite | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Linda Vista Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Tropical View | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Tropical View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Room With Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Room With Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Room With Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Room With Beach View

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Outdoor pool
Hotel Irma
Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (1006)
The price is $113
per night
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hotel Irma

About the neighborhood

Zihuatanejo

Located in Zihuatanejo (Playa La Ropa), Catalina Beach Resort is a 4-minute walk from Zihuatanejo Bay and 11 minutes by foot from La Madera Beach. .This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kioto Plaza and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Virgin of the Tree.

What's nearby

  • Zihuatanejo Bay - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • La Madera Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kioto Plaza - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • La Ropa Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fisherman's Walk - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl. Airport (ZIH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terracita Beach - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Margaritas - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hao - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boxha Café - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Il Mare - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Catalina Beach Resort

Beach spa retreat walking distance from La Ropa Beach
Catalina Beach Resort offers 45 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies. 21-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services, featuring outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.
Make yourself at home in one of the 45 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Enjoy international cuisine at Linda Vista, a restaurant where you can take in the ocean view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the beach bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Linda Vista - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 5-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Linda Vista

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1952
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of MXN 600 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of MXN 3000 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: MXN 3000 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 600 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: MXN 9 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Free WiFi in public areas has a 5-device limit
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Catalina Beach Resort
Catalina Beach Resort Zihuatanejo
Catalina Beach Zihuatanejo
Catalina Resort
Catalina Beach Hotel Zihuatanejo
Catalina Beach Zihuatanejo
Catalina Beach Resort Hotel
Catalina Beach Resort Zihuatanejo
Catalina Beach Resort Hotel Zihuatanejo

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 338 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OG Playa Ropa
I've been coming to the Catalina for over 20 years, I adore it and what it offers--best location on the beach, friendly service, and casual atmosphere...having said that I must also say that I miss the stewardship and staff that I've grown up with over the years. Change is hard, but it should not come at the cost of loyal employees.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Phoenix

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a fantastic place! Lots of stairs with quite a bit of age showing, but we come here for the history and romance of a traditional Mexican hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach view and access to town. There are a lot of steps to the beach depending on where your room is. We were fine but some older folks had trouble with the steps. They have a great infinity pool that wasn’t used that much so felt like your own. Nice big rooms, a little older but clean. Service was slow at the restaurants so often ate at the other ones for breakfast and other meals. Their bar had a great spot for sunset drinks and viewing. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Helped us out with wifi issues. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Reid

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Olympia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's right on the beach, palapas for shade and wonderful staff providing food service there. The gorgeous pool was a nice alternative to beach swimming. This is a mid-century hotel with fantastic touches, grounds and history. There are LOTS of stairs, fyi. Go to an Ixtapa all-inclusive if you want sterile and impersonal staff! This place has charming character. A gem with great breakfasts, a sunset view bar and restaurant and friendly staff. Why ever leave?
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
If you are going there for a nice relaxing time you just need to know that there are a lot of stairs from the lobby to the beach (over 250)! I didn’t know but a lot of the people I talked to love it. I guess if you call the office they can drive you down but who wants to do that?! The hotel is very rustic and could definitely use a make over! It has been there for years and people keep coming back. It was recommended to me and I trusted the person that told me about it. Next time I will be sure to do my homework! Everyone that worked there were very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and ambiance are unparalleled, as is the location of the hotel. The property is a tropical paradise. If you like a challenge, there are 275 steps from the beach to the reception area, which I was able to navigate, daily, 90 days after a broken ankle... We called it "bootie" camp. Mind you, keep in mind, it is important to be a fit person, old or young, and not ideal for very small children. Overall, 5 stars.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Barrett

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The 270 step to the beach would be tough for anyone not in shape or with a physical disability
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In serious need of refurbishment
This hotel is old and in need of renovation. The rooms are nothing fancy. The water pressure is so low. I had to shampoo my hair at the pool showers. We could not see through the windows as they were covered with a dingy plastic, so we were unable to see the view of the ocean. You must run the shower for 15 minutes to get lukewarm water. There are lots of stairs and no elevators; this may be a problem for some. This hotel is overpriced for what it is. Your pay for location and beach access.
No elevator, lots of stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a beautiful location on the beach the staff in some areas need more training but will do anything you ask. Very nice people. facility is tired in areas. What ruined my stay was EXPEDIA misrepresenting the room i was getting. What was advertised and what I got were totally different. I am sure all hotels have less desirable rooms and this is what Expedia got me. Staff showed me the room I thought I was getting and it was lovely and would have been a treat to stay in. My first and last time with Expedia.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classic Mexico, Right on the beach
This place is a classic old Mexican resort, right on the beach. Great convenient location. And pretty affordable for where it is. Lots of stairs to keep you in shape on your vacation. Staff was friendly and attentive. Watch the sunset from your deck, and go to sleep to the sound of waves.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

sharon, salinas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property has a fabulous view of La Ropa beach. It is quite old and charming and rustic. There are hundreds of stairs to anyplace on this resort, so it’s not ideal for anyone with mobility issues. The staff and location make this resort wonderful, but the stairs are EVERYWHERE….
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property overall was good. The only 2 things that could be improved upon was the way they handled the credit card info at check in. We had to give them the credit card times the day we checked in and they still did not have the information the day we checked out. Breakfast was not up to par. We ordered what we wanted and they gave us what they wanted us to have.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a lovely location on the beach but it has over 200 stairs to go up and down to get to the room, reception, restaurant and beach. The building is in disrepair and the rooms need upgrading. The fridge in the room was so noisy and got really hot. The ceiling fan was not properly attached to the ceiling. The majority of the staff were great. I would not stay there again. There are many hotels on that beach which are much nicer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Brian, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the bottled water that was available in the lobby and in the dining room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ad says “pet friendly”, maybe so but you can’t take them anywhere and not supposed to leave alone in your room, and a 600 peso per day charge, not mentioned. Didn’t find out room had no AC until check in. Some of the cheapest TP we’ve seen anywhere. The view was great from room balcony. Short taxi ride to market and restaurant area. Overall, not worth the price we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Larry

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Calla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A charming old hotel. Great location and excellent service. A bit shabby but that gives it character. Great views of La Ropa from our deck, the bar and the restaurant. Good breakfast included in room rate. Lots of stairs up and down from the beach so might be difficult for those with mobility issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. Its safe, convenient and beautiful! Staff were very good and helpful. Team leader Alfredth was friendly, competent and always willing to help!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Consuelo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I loved the people working there, they were so kind and helpful. I appreciated the work they did and the help they assisted with. However the rooms are different than what’s being advertised. Outside of the rooms is a lot nicer but the room itself was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024