Hotel Azul Ixtapa Grand All Suites Spa and Convention Center (Ixtapa, Mexico)

The resort and surrounding area offer plenty to keep you busy. Onsite, there are three fantastic pools, a variety of gym classes including spinning and yoga, and lots of games and activities. The resort has a free kayak tour to Ixtapa Island you should try that includes snorkeling on the island, which is amazing. There’s also a free bike tour offered. Although the resort beach isn’t large, its surrounded by lovely beaches including Playa Quieta and Playa Linda, which is great for long walks and has a crocodile sanctuary. You can easily get to the nearby towns cheaply by bus or cab where there are restaurants, markets and shops to explore.

The resort is fantastic, with lush grounds and spectacular ocean views. It’s clean and well maintained. Rooms are excellent, they all face towards the ocean so you can’t go wrong. They have large, furnished balconies and great Jacuzzi tubs, both great for unwinding. They’re stocked with superb toiletries and have comfortable beds with excellent linens. The overall experience is one of luxury and comfort.

Service throughout the hotel is top quality. From the front desk to the wait and bar staff, event staff and even the cleaning staff, everyone seems to work hard and genuinely try to make your experience a great one.

There’s a decent number and variety of restaurants at the resort but the food itself is just okay and the meal selection is limited.

The WiFi connection is spotty at times. Also, in-room WiFi isn’t included in most packages; there’s a daily charge and it isn’t cheap.

The hotel seems to have a lot of rules regarding the facilities, which takes a lot of fun out of your vacation.