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    Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa

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    Paseo Punta Ixtapa S/N | Zona Hotelera II Playa Linda, Ixtapa, Zihuatanejo 40880, Mexico
    011 52 55 4161 1729
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    5.0
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    Reviewed 17 December 2013
    Mexico's Best Kept Secret

    From beginning to end our experience at Capella Ixtapa exceeded all of our expectations! We loved the hotel, the location, the food and of course...the service!!! Even though the weather was not the best we still had the best time ever.. I do have to...More

    3  Thank Christian R
    Response from Eliezer_Quin0nes, Director General at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa IxtapaResponded 21 December 2013

    Appreciated guest: On behalf of all the staff at Capella Ixtapa I want to thank you for selecting Capella Ixtapa as your vacation destination. I am glad to hear that you had a wonderful time during your stay. Thank you for writing such a kind...More

    Reviewed 4 December 2013
    Heaven on earth ....

    What can we say that hasn't already been said ... it's true from the very beginning of planning this trip, Margarita was so welcoming and so helpful. When you read you can ask for "whatever you want " they will do whatever they can to...More

    1  Thank ddrobinson5
    Response from Eliezer_Quin0nes, Director General at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa IxtapaResponded 4 January 2014

    Appreciated guest: I want to express my gratitude for your kind words. I am pleased to know that you had a great time with us and that we created a memorable experience for you. I am also delighted to hear that you really enjoyed our...More

    Reviewed 2 December 2013 via mobile
    Unforgettable...

    Capella, Ixtapa has to be the most amazing resort that we have ever visited. If you enjoy being waited on hand and foot, then you will love Capella. The hotel staff will provide anything, yes anything, day and night. The best thing about this resort...More

    Thank Brett A
    Response from Eliezer_Quin0nes, Director General at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa IxtapaResponded 4 January 2014

    Appreciated guest: I want to express my appreciation for your kind words. I am pleased to know that you had a great time with us and that we created a memorable experience for you. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your private dinner...More

    Reviewed 16 November 2013
    Seclusion soaking and suduko

    My wife and I spent three extremely relaxing nights here. I don't normally rate places 5-star but this place is worth it. Everything about it is comfortable and relaxing. Our room made us feel very secluded with our little pool on our patio. We would...More

    1  Thank Raindogkelley
    Response from Eliezer_Quin0nes, Director General at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa IxtapaResponded 4 January 2014

    Appreciated guest: Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Capella Ixtapa. How lovely to hear that you had a comfortable and relaxing time. we consider ourselves blessed with outstanding scenery and we are so happy that you had enjoyed and appreciate...More

    Reviewed 28 October 2013
    More of a 3.5

    We were there for our honeymoon; It was a gorgeous hotel with gorgeous views, but I guess I prefer to be a bit more active. We were there for 7 days (it was supposed to be 8, but we cut the trip short due to...More

    1  Thank leahmonade
    Response from Eliezer_Quin0nes, Director General at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa IxtapaResponded 4 January 2014

    Appreciated guest: First of all, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for sharing the beginning of your life as a family. I am delighted to know that you found Capella Ixtapa to have gorgeous views and that the hotel itself is spectacular....More

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    Response from Erika M | Reviewed this property |
    There is a beach below the hotel.. but you can NOT go swimming in it. There are several beaches 5 mins away (aprox). My husband & i arent beach peolpe & enjoyed our private pool every day. If you LIVE the beach i dont... More
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    "We had the larger one bedroom room, the deck gets a good amount of sun and shade throughout the day."
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    "Opt for the Deluxe Ocean Front Suite. The terrace is larger and the plunge pool is uncovered making sunning..."
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