Acapulco

Acapulco tourist guide – hotels – car hire

Glamourous resorts and superb beaches make Acapulco a perfect vacation destination. Many tourists visit this port city every year and enjoy the water activities in the daytime and hip dance clubs at night.

Attractions in Acapulco

There are several of open-air, oceanfront dance clubs along Costera Alemán, most of which feature techno or alternative rock. These make a fun night out. The beaches are the main draw card during the daytime. There are many different options for enjoying the beach including skiing, kayaking, and surfing.

For a relaxing day out, try the Centro de Convenciones, which contains a craft gallery and various exhibition displays. There are also theatres, concert halls, and a weekly Fiesta Mexicana in the city. The Fiesta Mexicana has dancing, mariachi bands, Mexican food, and traditional rituals being performed.

The Spanish fort, Fuerto de San Diego, which was damaged after an earthquake, is now home to the Museo Historico de Acapulco. It contains exhibits portraying the city from prehistoric times through Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821. Stunning views of the city can be seen from the fort.

Exploring Mexico outside of Acapulco by hire car is a must. There are many quieter beaches and coves to see by hire car, as well as seaside towns that have terrific seafood. Good deals on Acapulco hire cars can be found here.

Hotels in Acapulco

There are many Acapulco hotels located right on the beach. These have a beautiful view of the bay, but can be a little pricey. There are many hotel accommodations available in Acapulco, because of the many tourists who travel here. For the best rates on Acapulco hotels, click here.

Five-star hotels and elegant resorts are plentiful in this port city, many of which are located in the Golden Zone. Booking in advance is recommended due to the high volume of tourists. Reserve a hotel in Acapulco online here.

Airport and car hire in Acapulco

The Juan N. Alvarez International Airport (ACA) is located about 20 minutes east of the city. Direct and non-stop flights are available from Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, and Newark. Connecting flights can be made through Mexico City from America and Europe. From South America, you can catch seasonal direct flights from Sao Paolo and Buenos Aires.

There are shuttles that make regular trips to and from Acapulco’s airport. Taxis and minivans can also be hired.

Another option for a quick trip into Acapulco is to hire a car. The Acapulco airport offers several car hire companies to choose from. You can book a hire car in Acapulco in advance online.

Parking at Acapulco airport is not usually a problem, however there is a lot of traffic during the busy season. To make sure you get a parking space at the airport, reserve Acapulco airport parking in advance online here.