Hotels and Long-Term Lodging in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Many American (USA) and Canadian visitors spend their winter in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, something that has brought many lodging options for short and long term stays.
As this web site states, "Zihuatanejo charms the visitor with atmosphere, a combination of Santa Fe, Key West, and New Orleans attitude. The relaxed atmosphere is sustained by several pedestrian only streets lined by open air restaurants and bars. Hotels and posadas are mixed in with the local eateries and shopping."

Advisory: One Beach in Zihuatanejo Registers Slight Pollution

Via The Associated Press:

Mexican health authorities say two beaches in Acapulco are severely contaminated and one in Zihuatanejo registered pollution slightly above permitted levels. The commission said Zihuatanejo's Principal Beach has bacteria levels of 233 units, slightly above accepted levels. The Zihuatanejo beach is among the most crowded at the resort spot favored by both Mexican and U.S. tourists alike. Gastrointestinal illnesses as well as eye, ear and skin infections could result from exposure to the bacteria.

Although the pollution level is only slightly above the permitted amount, it would be wise to avoid the water until further notice by the commission.

A Heartfelt Account of Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Read this account of an American couple that recall their many trips to Zihuanatejo, a traditional, enchanting fishing town: "[When we visit Mexico] We merely skim the surface, but we try not to apply our own standards and preconceptions on what we see. The past five years we have stayed in Zihuatanejo, a fishing village of about 80,000 on the west coast, a couple of hours north of Acapulco."

"We usually stop at Cafe Casa, a small restaurant in a courtyard on Calle Adelita, run by a couple from Oregon, Johnny and Lorna who moved to Zihuatanejo and opened a bed and breakfast. [...] While we love the mercado and shopping in the tiny shops and stalls there [, for many visitors it's a trying experience (especially if your Spanish isn't up to the banter). Now there is a new outlet in Zihua"...Click here to read more about the good life this couple describes in Zihuanatejo.