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Ixtapa, Mexico

Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa

Paseo Punta Ixtapa S/N, Zona Hotelera II, Ixtapa, Gro., Mexico
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TOTAL EVENT SPACE:225ft²
LARGEST MEETING ROOM:225ft²
EVENT ROOMS:1
GUESTROOMS:59
AIRPORT:14 miles
"I Prefer Members' Choice Award Winner 2023
One of Mexico's Finest Five-Star Ocean-Side Escapes

Tucked into a dramatic cliffside setting between Sierra Madre Mountains and Pacific Ocean and surrounded by a lush, tropical forest. Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa is one of the most unique and exclusive 5-star resorts in Mexico.

With spectacular Pacific Ocean views, our 59 suites cascade down a cliff toward the sea, each boasting airy oceanfront terraces and individual plunge pools thoughtfully positioned out of sight from other suites.

For a corporate retreat or an intimate event in Ixtapa, where the crashing and soothing sounds of the waves act as an epic soundtrack. Cala de Mar Resort & Spa is one of the most inspiring meeting venues in Mexico. Our restaurants will create the ideal menu, while the ocean, sand and sun paint the perfect backdrop.

Whether a small meeting or a larger event, the trained and dedicated staff of service experts at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa are on-hand to plan every aspect of your retreat or meeting. We work with you throughout the planning process to ensure that your meeting is considered an unrivaled success. Cala de Mar Resort & Spa has a meeting facility on the premises, along with our outdoor terrace, restaurants, and pool areas to create the perfect setting for your event.

With solely luxury accommodations Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa offers, architecture, décor and luxury that come together to open our guests up to a world of luxury and refinement in a way found only at the best hotels in Ixtapa. All accommodations are elegantly furnished in a style that blends coastal sophistication with authentic Mexican style.

Our suites cascade down a cliff toward the sea and range in size from 580 to 1,250-square-feet, each boasting airy outdoor terraces fronting the ocean and individual plunge pools thoughtfully positioned out of sight from other suites.

The property features suites, private plunge pools, a world-class spa, restaurants, tequila bar, beach wedding locations and more. It is a luxury Mexico retreat where getting away from all reveals a bounty of unsurpassed beauty.

These Ixtapa accommodations offer spectacular Pacific Ocean views and feature a master bedroom, a living area and a private terrace with stunning views. Tucked in a corner of the terrace is an infinity-edge plunge pool that is completely hidden out of view from the resort’s other suites.

Ranked by Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards as #1 ‘Resort Hotels in Mexico 2020’ and #38 of ‘The Top 100 Hotels in the World 2020’ this unforgettable secluded and private Ixtapa resort caters to the world’s most discerning travelers with gourmet dining in four captivating environments, an award-winning spa and fitness facility, beach wedding locations and more.

Come find the 5-star Mexico vacation of your dreams at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa, where getting away from it all reveals a bounty of unsurpassed beauty.

IDEAL GROUP SIZE:
60
MAX GROUP SIZE:
80
AT A GLANCE
Opened
2001
Rate
260 - 545 per night
Valet Parking
Included
Self-Parking Available
NA
Other
No Smoking Rooms Pets Allowed
TAXES & FEES
Resort Fee
10%
Room Tax
19%
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Hotel Amenities

Business
  • Complimentary wireless Internet
  • Personal Assistant Services
  • Flexible check-in and check-out times
  • In-room refreshment center
  • Business center and library
  • Complimentary parking
Recreation
  • Private Plunge Pool In Every Guestroom
  • Ocean Views From Every Guestroom
  • Complimentary wireless Internet
  • Personal Assistant Services
  • Flexible check-in and check-out times
  • In-room refreshment center
  • Spa and Temazcal
  • Beauty Salon
  • Fitness center and yoga deck
  • Complimentary parking
  • 2 Swimming Pools
  • Cooking Classes
  • Yoga Classes
  • Bike
Nearby
  • Golf
  • Surf
  • Cruises & Sailing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Horseback Riding in Playa Larga
  • Crafts and Shopping Orientation
  • Traditional Mexico
  • Zihuatanejo Tour
  • Bicycle Tour
  • Beach

Meeting Space

Capacity Chart
Total Sq Ft
Room Size Ft
Ceiling Ht Ft
Classroom
Theatre
Banquet 10
Reception
Conference
U Shape
A Mares
225
19.68-37.53
N/A
40
60
40
40
40
16
Pool Area
904
94.32, 31.46
N/A
N/A
N/A
100
86
N/A
N/A
Terrace Bar
415
36.31, 31.46
N/A
N/A
N/A
100
80
N/A
N/A
DINING, FOOD & BEVERAGE

On-Site Dining

Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa
Special Offers
Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa
Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa
Contract with Confidence

Looking to maximize value while booking somewhere unforgettable? More than 125 Preferred Hotels & Resorts destinations around the world are offering enhanced group concessions and flexible terms—exclusively through your Preferred GSO.

    Offer Benefits
  • Up to 25% attrition and reduced deposits
  • Double I Prefer Planner points (up to 1 million!) on eligible bookings through October 31, 2025
  • Discounts on banquet menus, spa, or golf
  • Complimentary guestrooms, coffee breaks, and one-hour private receptions
  • One-time 50% rebooking credit for added peace of mind

Valid for groups booked by December 31, 2025, and consumed by June 30, 2026*.

Terms & Conditions:
Groups with a minimum guest room spend of US$10,000; offer is based upon availability and blackout dates may apply; offer does not apply to groups already contracted and/or in conjunction with any other offer; offer only applies to groups that were contracted as a result of this offer; group must be booked through your Preferred NSO on or prior to December 31, 2025, and must be consumed before June 30, 2026; concessions are subject to availability and operational discretion; date restrictions apply.

Dates:
Oct 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION

What's Nearby?

Paseo Punta Ixtapa S/N, Zona Hotelera II, Ixtapa, Gro., Mexico
Airport
Aeropuerto Internacional de Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is 14 mi / 22 km away