Dozens of Ixtapa’s restaurants, markets, and shops are within a five to 10-minute walk from the resort. It's easy enough to get to Ixtapa Island from here as well, which is a 15-minute drive up the road to gorgeous Playa Linda and a quick water taxi trip across some open sea.

Barceló Ixtapa offers seven room categories with a wide range of floor plans and amenities. The resort has updated guest rooms with new pieces of furniture and bright pops of tropical color, and tile flooring. All rooms include minibars (restocked daily), air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs, and nearly all of the rooms have a private balcony with views of the ocean or mountains. Glass shower stalls with tile and marble on the floors, walls, and countertops lends a sophisticated feel. The two main pools are clean and spacious. Located adjacent to the beach, both offer an atmosphere that is lively and family-friendly. A third, adult-only pool is decidedly more relaxed and low-key.

Enjoy the exquisite range of cuisine on offer at the resort through the Barceló All-Inclusive Program with its Veranda Restaurant and La Palapa. Don Quijote is an eclectic space adorned in rustic Spanish decor with wrought iron fencing, Mediterranean wall decorations, and limestone tile all while featuring a menu consisting of Mexican and Spanish cuisine. Kyoto Sushi Bar offers a traditional Japanese sushi experience, with a strong emphasis on the use of locally caught seafood.