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Distance from hotel to town, 5 minutes. Distance from hotel to airport, 10 minutes.  

On the Pacific Coastline known as the "Mexican Riviera", 150 miles northwest of Acapulco, lies the picturesque fishing village of Zihuatanejo, only four miles from the resort destination of Ixtapa. Nestled among lush vegetation and rustling palm trees on Zihuatanejo's tranquil Playa La Ropa, one of Mexico's most beautiful beaches. The Tides Zihuatanejo is a peaceful tropical paradise within easy reach. Convenient direct flights from many cities in the U.S. arrive daily at the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport, just 12 minutes from the hotel.  

The Tides Zihuatanejo's 35 rooms and 35 suites are tucked away in several two story casitas amidst tropical gardens. All suites are just steps from the palm-studded private beach, which stretches for 600 feet. Along the calm blue waters of the ocean and is strewn with comfortable lounge chairs under individual palapas. Tastefully decorated with Mexican art and handicrafts, the cheerful rooms and suites reflect the colors of the tropics. The hotel's Beach Suites provide unequaled privacy and spectacular views of the tranquil Zihuatanejo Bay.  

• Hotel Information
• Hotel Amenities
• Accommodation Categories and Descriptions
• Food and Beverage Outlets
• Specialty Package (Romance on the Beach 2010)
• Meal Plan Options
• Bonus Features

• Beach (private)
• Fitness Center
• Pools (4)
• Tennis Courts (lighted) (2)

Golf (nearby): (2)($) Golf courses are nearby, 10 minutes away Meeting Facilities These are private meeting facilities. Spa Facility Information: Spa facility offers a range of personal treatments including massages, facials, aromatherapy, reflexology, manicures, and pedicures. Let the ocean provide the atmosphere and experience a private massage right on the beach. Equipment Rentals: Waterfront equipment rental is available on the beach and arrangements can be made for scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, sailing and water-skiing. ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children's age break is 17 years old. Children's rates only apply in 2 Bedroom Lagoon Suites and 2 Bedroom Beach Suites only when sharing with 2 paying adults.  

Please note that the hotel reserves the right to limit certain hotel facilities and services that it deems inappropriate for children.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Superior Room - 2 adults. 2 Bedroom Lagoon Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

Superior, Single and split-level with a beautiful bathroom finished in indigenous marble and a private terrace or balcony overlooking lush tropical gardens. Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Gardens (tropical). Accommodation amenities include: sitting area and ceiling fan.  

Deluxe, Spacious split-level suite with a sitting area, and bathroom finished in indigenous marble. Bedding: 1 king bed (canopy). Accommodation amenities include: balcony or terrace and hammock.  

Lagoon View Suite, These spacious one-bedroom suites overlook the hotel's own lake and lush tropical gardens with a partial oceanview. Done in authentic Mexican textiles, prints and materials, these suites feature a separate living room. Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Gardens (tropical) or Lake or Partial Ocean. Accommodation amenities include: pool (mini) and ceiling fan.  

Patio (private) Large private patio  

Garden Suite(*), Each Garden Suite ranges from 1100-1500 square feet and features 2 bedrooms; 1 bedroom with a king size bed, the other with a queen size bed, and each with its own marble bathroom. The suites are highlighted by a spacious living room and a lovely private terrace with its own infinity edge plunge pool. Every suite is equipped with a plasma television, DVD player, iHome docking station, wireless internet access, robe and slippers, hair dryer, safe deposit box and includes a refreshing welcome beverage, twice daily maid service and morning coffee and pastry delivery.  

Beach Suite(*), Individually and uniquely designed in either natural, warm hues or vivid, tropical bursts, each Beach Suite, ranging from 700-1100 square feet, boasts a spacious, private terrace with prime ocean view of Playa La Ropa and an intimate, outdoor infinity edge plunge pool, comfortable double-sized chaise lounge and an extra large hammock. An oversized bathroom is finished with indigenous marble. Each suite also is also appointed with a plasma television, DVD player, iHome docking station, wireless internet access, robe and slippers, hair dryer, safe deposit box and includes a refreshing welcome beverage, twice daily maid service and morning coffee and pastry delivery. View: Ocean.  

2 Bedroom Lagoon Suite(*), 2 Bedroom Lagoon Suites line a small lagoon complete with tiny islands of palm trees. Each suite, which ranges from 700-900 square feet, features a plasma television, DVD player, iHome docking station, wireless internet access, a separate sitting area and a private terrace with intimate, outdoor infinity edge plunge pool and lagoon view. Each suite is also appointed with a robe and slippers, hair dryer, safe deposit box and includes a refreshing welcome beverage, twice daily maid service and morning coffee and pastry delivery.  

2 Bedroom Beach Suite(*), Individually and uniquely designed in either natural, warm hues or vivid, tropical bursts, each Beach Suite, ranging from 700-1100 square feet, boasts a spacious, private terrace with prime ocean view of Playa La Ropa, and intimate, outdoor infinity edge plunge pool, comfortable double sized chaise lounge and an extra large hammock. An oversized bathroom is finished with indigenous marble. Each suite also is also appointed with a plasma television, DVD player, iHome docking station, wireless internet access, robe and slippers, hair dryer, safe deposit box and includes a refreshing welcome beverage, twice daily maid service, and morning coffee and pastry delivery.  

(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.  

All accommodations include: safe (in accommodation), mini-bar, television (satellite) and air conditioning.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Coral Bar, The friendly sanctuary of Coral Bar offers ceviche tasting and serves superior margaritas, menacing martinis and our bartender's own secret concoctions.  

General Opening Hours: 4:00pm-11:00pm  

La Cava, The Tide's wine cellar, is a private room surrounded by more that 1000 bottles of wine from the Baja region of Mexico. Experience the culinary delights of the Chef with a six course tasting menu. Accommodates a maximum of six guests.  

La Marea, Serves great Mediterranean cuisine in a casual and lively beachfront setting. Open for both lunch and dinner.  

Cuisine: Mediterranean.  

La Villa, Features Pacific-Mexican cuisine with an emphasis on only fine local seafood. A special Mexican Fiesta with a large buffet and live entertainment generally held each Friday night. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  

Please Note:  

• Lunch can also served on the beach at your own private linen-set tables.  

• The hotel's chef will be happy to accommodate special dietary needs or requests.  

ROMANCE ON THE BEACH 2010  

Booking Dates: 02/12/2010 - 12/18/2010 Travel Dates: 02/12/2010 - 12/18/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Accommodations for two  

• Welcome bottle of champagne  

• Fresh fruit amenity  

• Personalized bathrobes  

• One 1 hour couple's massage (60 minute Swedish massage)  

• A private romantic dinner on the beach consisting of a special 5 course tasting menu and bottle of champagne  

• Daily breakfast and dinner for two at La Villa or La Marea  

• One Tequila and Ceviche tasting for two  

• Romantic candlelight turndown service  

Package Minimum Stay: 4  

Please Note:  

• This package is available for either 4 night or 7 night stays.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Full American Plan (fap) Includes breakfast with choice of one breakfast appetizer (fresh fruit, yogurt, or cereal) and one main breakfast course (organic eggs, pancakes, or chilaquiles, etc.). 3 course lunch to include appetizer and salad, entree and dessert. 4 course dinner to include appetizer, salad, entree and dessert. Choices include soup du jour, fresh salad selections, an array of seafood, pork, beef, vegetarian and lamb entree and tantalizing desserts. Excludes beverages and 2S% tax and service fees.  

• Travel Dates: 01/04/2010 - 12/18/2010  

• Booking Dates: 10/14/2009 - 12/18/2010  

Modified American Plan (map) Includes breakfast with choice of one breakfast appetizer (fresh fruit, yogurt, or cereal) and one main breakfast course (organic eggs, pancakes, or chilaquiles, etc.). 4 dessert. Choices include soup du jour, fresh salad selections, an array of seafood, pork, beef, vegetarian and lamb entrees and tantalizing desserts. Excludes beverages and 25% tax and service fees.  

• Travel Dates: 01/04/2010 - 12/18/2010  

• Booking Dates: 10/14/2009 - 12/18/2010  

Please Note:  

• Please note that Modified American Plan (MAP) is required during December 19 to January 3.  

• Welcome Drink  

• Early morning coffee served on the terrace everyday  

• Fruit basket on arrival