About Zihuatanejo

A Hidden Gem on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

Zihuatanejo is the kind of place favored by those who have seen everywhere else. It lures travelers who appreciate privacy, discretion, and beauty without pretense.

That’s why we built Casa Tulum here, where mornings unfold over coffee and the sound of fishing boats; evenings linger with candlelight and the scent of lime and sea. Zihuatanejo is the kind of place that reveals itself slowly, where time stretches, the light softens, and the horizon seems to belong entirely to you.

There is an intimacy here that the world’s more polished resorts can’t replicate. The beaches remain blissfully uncrowded, the air is perfumed with salt and bougainvillea, and the rhythm of daily life feels both elegant and unhurried. The town itself, set around a tranquil bay, hums with understated sophistication. Here you’ll find a blend of coastal authenticity and quiet refinement.

We love Zihuatanejo because it embodies the rarest form of luxury:

Simplicity Perfected.

Activities & Excursions

The beauty of Zihuatanejo lies not in how much there is to do, but in how little you need to. Every experience here feels deliberate and unhurried. See what Zihua has to offer for the active traveler, the restoration seeker, and the curious explorer.

    • Swim at Playa La Ropa

    • Surf in Ixtapa

    • Rally on the tennis court

    • Ride horseback on Playa Larga

    • Compete at ping pong

    • Sail the Pacific Bay

    • Whale watch in a private boat offshore

    • Practice yoga in the garden

    • Unwind with a garden massage

    • Listen to a live mariachi band

    • Lounge by the infinity pool

    • Stroll along Playa La Ropa

    • Dine beachside at sunset

    • Visit the Fisherman’s Wharf

    • Discover artisan markets

    • Learn local recipes in a cooking class

    • Join a turtle conservation tour

    • Cycle the coastal trails

    • Browse the shops of Plaza Paseo

Local Annual Celebrations

February

Zihuatanejo Sailfest is is a two week long event dedicated to raising funds to provide access to education for the least-advantaged children in our Mexican community of Zihuatanejo.

Zihuatanjeo Sailfest

March

The Zihuatanejo International Guitar Festival takes place every year from the first to second Saturday of March. This event features world-class guitar performances across beach venues and intimate spaces.

International Guitar Festival

May

Every year, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo hosts Triatlón AsTri, Mexico’s longest-running triathlon and a premier event on the international circuit. Welcoming elite athletes from around the world, the competition serves as a qualifying race for both the CAMTRI and ITU rankings on the road to the Olympic Games.

Triatlón Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo

 

Getting to Zihua

  • Casa Tulum lies just 20 minutes from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH), a boutique coastal hub offering private arrivals and direct connections from major U.S. cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Minneapolis, and Chicago.

  • From runway to retreat, your travel journey ends in comfort. Our private chauffeured Suburban (reserved exclusively for Casa Tulum guests) whisks up to seven passengers directly through the villa’s gates. Additional private transport can be arranged upon request.

  • We love Zihuatanejo precisely because it is not an overdeveloped tourist hub. Things can book up quickly during peak season (November – April), so we encourage early coordination.

    Arriving before 4 p.m. allows time to settle in during daylight hours, enjoy a welcome drink, and watch the sun set over the bay.

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Begin Your Journey

Zihuatanejo offers endless inspiration.
Let our team curate your journey beyond the villa, arranging experiences that immerse you in the beauty and spirit of this remarkable place.

Plan Your Stay