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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Acapulco
7 stays · 5 aparthotels and 2 serviced apartments
Aparthotels and serviced apartments suit Acapulco because it is a long-established beach destination, and Wikipedia says most visitors come from central Mexico. A kitchen helps with breakfasts and beach picnics, and the extra space suits larger parties. If you are weighing the formats, see aparthotel vs hotel.
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Where to stay in Acapulco
Costera and Parque Papagayo (Acapulco Dorado)
- first-time visitors
- families
- nightlife
Wikipedia says Acapulco Dorado runs from Icacos along Costera Miguel Alemán, the main avenue, to Papagayo Park, and describes it as the area with the most tourist traffic. Wikivoyage says most of the beaches are in the bay along the Costera, naming Hornos, Papagayo, Tamarindos and Icacos, and that most hotels are along it.
Old Acapulco and the Zócalo
- history
- culture
- sightseeing
Wikipedia describes the Zócalo as the traditional main square of the old city, lined with shade trees, cafés and shops, with the Fort of San Diego to the east, now the Acapulco Historical Museum. Wikipedia also lists the La Quebrada cliff divers among the area's attractions.
Caleta and Caletilla
- calmer swimming
- families
- beach days
Wikivoyage says the Caleta and Caletilla beaches are protected by La Roqueta island and are on the open ocean side, usually a bit cleaner than the inner bay. Wikipedia names them among the attractions of traditional Acapulco, at the north end of the bay.
Punta Diamante
- resort stays
- golf
Wikipedia says Acapulco Diamante, also called Punta Diamante, is the newest and most developed part of the port, running from Las Brisas to Puerto Marqués and Barra Vieja Beach, and that it is 10 minutes from the airport. It adds that along Boulevard de las Naciones almost all transportation is by car, limousine or golf cart, so plan transport around that.
Getting around Acapulco
Wikipedia says Acapulco International Airport has services by international as well as domestic airlines, and puts Acapulco Dorado about 25 minutes from the airport and Acapulco Diamante about 10 minutes. Wikivoyage describes buses from Mexico City taking around five to five and a half hours, and the Autopista del Sol taking around three and a half hours by car without stops.
In the city, Wikipedia mentions many buses and taxis, a government-subsidised colectivo cab system, and a bus rapid transit system. Wikivoyage says taxis are unmetered and describes shared cabs running between the main destinations. Check current routes before relying on any of them.
Living in Acapulco for longer
For longer stays, Wikipedia says most visitors come from central Mexico, especially from Mexico City, and that the area has many condominiums that mostly function as second homes. Wikipedia lists bars and nightlife along the Costera, and Wikivoyage mentions golf courses, nightclubs and historic fortifications.
Wikipedia notes that from November to April cruise liners stop in Acapulco daily. If you are working in the area for several weeks, see serviced apartments for relocation.
When to visit Acapulco
Wikipedia classes Acapulco as having a tropical wet and dry climate: hot, with distinct wet and dry seasons and more even temperatures through the year than resorts farther north in Mexico. It says Pacific hurricanes and tropical storms are threats from May through November, and that Hurricane Otis, a Category 5 storm, caused widespread devastation across the city.
The GOV.UK Mexico page notes that reconstruction efforts after the hurricane continue to disrupt tourism, so check which facilities and services are operating when you book. Wikipedia also says luxury liners stop in the port daily from November to April.
Wikipedia describes Acapulco as a city on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the state of Guerrero, and one of Mexico's oldest coastal tourist destinations. It says the resort area has three parts: a traditional area at the north end of the bay, the Acapulco Dorado along the main bay, and Acapulco Diamante at the south end. Before you book, read your own government's current travel advice for Mexico, which has a dedicated entry for Guerrero, including Acapulco. For other Pacific coast places in the state, see Zihuatanejo.
Long-stay tips for Acapulco
Of the 7 properties here, 1 include some form of housekeeping and 4 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.
7 properties list a full kitchen and 0 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 69 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Other cities in Mexico
Travelling further? See aparthotels in Mexico City, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Isla Mujeres and Mérida.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Acapulco?
The Costera and Parque Papagayo area has the most tourist traffic, Old Acapulco around the Zócalo suits history and culture, Caleta and Caletilla suit calmer beach days, and Punta Diamante suits resort-style stays near the airport.
How far is the airport from the main tourist areas?
Wikipedia says Acapulco Dorado is about 25 minutes from Acapulco International Airport and Acapulco Diamante about 10 minutes.
When is hurricane season in Acapulco?
Wikipedia says Pacific hurricanes and tropical storms are threats from May through November.
Where can I find current travel advice for Mexico?
Foreign ministries publish current advice, for example the UK government's Mexico travel advice page on GOV.UK, which has a dedicated entry for Guerrero, including Acapulco. Read your own government's equivalent before booking.
How many aparthotels are there in Acapulco?
We currently list 7 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Acapulco.
Do aparthotels in Acapulco have kitchens?
7 of the 7 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
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