Culture Trip Guide to the Best Hotels in Acapulco

Hotel with Hollywood heritage? How about a clifftop resort with stylish thatched buildings? Or perhaps a luxury stay in the Golden Zone? Acapulco has a hotel to suit every traveler. Here are the best, all bookable with Culture Trip.
Acapulco is a traveler’s dream. On the Guerrero coastline, it enjoys crashing surf, sandy beaches and internationally acclaimed restaurants. Not to mention the famed nightlife, which rivals that of Cancún and even Ibiza. It gained fame in the 1950s by playing host to many Hollywood stars and being the first resort destination in Mexico. Soak up all this vibrant coastal city has to offer, from delicious pozole (a traditional stew-like soup) to non-stop partying, by basing yourself at one of these top hotels.
Las Brisas Acapulco
Resort

Relive Acapulco’s glory days at this hillside retreat tucked away from the main tourist areas overlooking Acapulco Bay. There are different casitas (small homes) spread across five levels and you can either choose to have a private pool or share with others. The deluxe casitas include sweeping terraces too. The decor has an air of 1950s-cool, with soft pink hues, exposed stone walls and swiveling rattan chairs. Over the years, the secluded setting of this place has attracted numerous celebrities including Frank Sinatra, Liz Taylor, Clint Eastwood and Madonna – and all have left their handprints behind in pink concrete.
Hotel Emporio Acapulco
Independent Hotel

The 422-room Emporio Acapulco is a pool paradise for adults and children, thanks to a pair of adult-only pools (with a swim-up bar, naturally) and a children’s pool. Kids will be further entertained at the kids’ club playgrounds, slides and swings. The property, in the bustling Golden Zone, is right off Playa Condesa. On the accommodation side of things, the rooms are spacious and fresh, with polished tiled floors and calming shades of duck egg blue. All include glass sliding doors and terraces so you can recline and admire the view.
The Grand Mayan
Luxury, Resort

Elevate your vacation with a stay at this smart beachfront resort which sits on the handsome Playa Diamante. The rooms feature stylish yet simple furnishings with bold pieces of art adorning the walls. All feature terraces, some with jacuzzis and others with plunge pools. The crowning jewel at the Grand Mayan is the lazy river that snakes through the verdant grounds whilst for kids, the aqua park is a dream come true. After working off some energy at the water attractions, there are 15 dining spots to skip between. Mondo is one of the fine dining spots with its Costeño-style chicken burrito being a must-try dish.
Quinta Real Acapulco
Resort

If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary, this unique resort might fit the bill. Set on a clifftop in the Diamante District, this upscale hotel blends traditional and modern design, with a peppering of thatched buildings surrounding the main property. The rooms have a luxurious feel with a gold and cream color palette and elegant furnishings. The Presidential Suite comes with a private pool but otherwise, there’s a collection of pools for all to use just in front of the resort’s stretch of private beach. The restaurants here are also elevated from the beach so you can feast on top-notch views, along with authentic Mexican cuisine.
Monyoli Hotel & Boutique
Boutique Hotel

Prepare to be dazzled by the theatre of this place. The Monyoli – which sits one street back from Playa Bonfil – serves up eclectic interiors with fresh plants, natural wood furniture and plenty of color throughout. There are eight uniquely designed rooms and one features a private jacuzzi. The property wraps around a central pool, where there are cute areas to sit back and relax. Another unique feature of this place is that for each reservation made, an endemic tree is planted on the premises and cared for until it is robust enough to be transported elsewhere.
Fiesta Americana Acapulco Villas
Resort

The sweeping beachfront views are the focal point of this imposing resort, which overlooks Playa Condesa. The spacious and sunny rooms and villas feature floor-to-ceiling windows so you can lap up the vistas from dawn to dusk. Another perk of this place is the fact you’re slap bang in the Golden Zone. If you don’t fancy eating in the open-air hotel restaurant, there are plenty of dining options on the doorstep and some fun party spots come nightfall. The next morning, a relaxing dip in the vast pool might help soothe a sore head and there are various spa treatments available.
Casa Lisa by Villa Vera
Boutique Hotel

Casa Lisa by Villa Vera boasts seven hassle-free deluxe rooms in an elevated garden setting. Stained dark wood and dark tile feature heavily in the large airy accommodations. The crowning jewel here is the pool, with a lovely sundeck and some top views of the city beyond. At night, this area really has a magical feel. While this boutique destination isn’t on the beach, it’s close to the Acapulco Golf Club, should you want to get a few rounds in. If looking for a breezy place to unwind – and you don’t want to deal with a bigger resort – Casa Lisa ticks the box.
Hotel Boca Chica
Hotel

Hotel Encanto
Independent Hotel, Hotel

Casa Yal’ma Ka’an
Hotel

Banyan Tree Cabo Marques
Independent Hotel, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Villa

Nuestra Casa-Sai Pet-Friendly Hotel and Beach Club
Boutique Hotel, Hotel

Lauren Cocking contributed additional reporting to this article.
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