Fontan Ixtapa
About this resort
Located just steps from El Palmar Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on Mexico's Pacific Coast, this Ixtapa hotel offers relaxing services and a variety of dining options.
Fontan Ixtapa features a refreshing swimming pool.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Beachfront / Waterfront
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
3.5/5.0
Average(538 Reviews)
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7.0
El area de albercas
Falta limpieza en pasillos
3.0
The breakfast was pretty good. I liked the personal omelettes. The staff was working hard and were friendly, for the most part.
The resort was very crowded. There were so many people we didn't even attempt to get into the pools in the two days we were there. The pool chairs were all claimed by 7:30 am. by absent people leaving items on the chairs. The beach loungers were all claimed very early as well. Members of the public who were not guests of the Fontan were able to take beach chairs and no one was checking for bracelets. The whole resort was SO noisy there was nowhere to get away from the crowds and the noise. Nowhere to relax. The food was not as pictured on the website. It was more like a large institutional cafeteria than a resort. The only furniture in our room was two large plastic basket chairs with no cushions. It was more like a cheap dorm room than a 'resort'. Sadly, this was not at all what we had expected. While we had booked for 6 nights we left after only two. Because we had used Booking.com the Fontan could not provide any refund. We asked for some compensation from Booking.com but nothing was provided.
3.0
A total disaster, honestly speaking is not worth to even try. The only thing we liked was the beach where the hotel is, and the employees from the main restaurant were nice, but the overall is terrible.
I made the terrible mistake to book 4 days in this hotel expecting to rest and have a nice time beginning on Tuesday during the low season, but it was totally the oposite. It was jammed and crowded ALL the time, with no enough places to sit or stay. They have only 3 small pools for more than 400 rooms total (one of the employees told me about the numbers of rooms).
If you decide to go to the pools or the beach after 7:00 AM you will not find a place to seat (lounger or even a chair). ALL of them already taken with toys, towels or sandals in advance by people that are still sleeping in their rooms and the security guards or staff don't do anything to avoid and put some order or respect to that. During all the days there was not a single square meter in the pool that was not full of people (which is very bad during this pandemic, so, no control of the number of people at all)
The pools are closed at 7PM and yes, that's when you have the security guards making sure all the kids are kicked out (for sure). All the loungers on the beach are also picked at 7PM, so you don't have anything else to do than go to your room or eat (with long waiting lines to get in). When we finally got one longer, I tried to move an pool- umbrella to avoid the sun, and the guard told me the umbrellas were only for decoration not for the sun! (unbelievable)
Also, you need to wait almost 30 minutes to get pool towels and guess what? Even when you are controlled with cards for the number of pool towels, you cannot take them to your room. So, if you come with your baby or kids make sure you bring your own towel otherwise your children will go back wet and chilly to your room.
The food is very basic, the cooks made their best effort but they cannot do more with what they have. The drinks are cheap and unless you paid extra, you won't have a decent drink for what you paid.
In summary, I won't go again, and my best recommendation is to avoid it.
8.0
Room was very clean and comfortable!
Over crowded pools .
8.0
It’s awesome and will return again
The fact that due to the government they had to close at midnight all activities
1.0
The view was the only good thing.
The staff was rude, when we wanted to listen to music on my phone staff didn’t let us couldn’t do much for fun because it was not allowed.
4.0
Beach
Old
9.0
Hotel wasn't big but very good. Stuff was nice and helpfull. Beach was big, great location, super view from window (with sea view room).
Beach closed at 5pm. Not good wifi (but somehow worked)
1.0
Zero
Cheap hotel. Cheap finishings. Cheap ambiance. Cheap service. Cheap food. Cheap drinks.
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
The average price for a rental in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is $169 per night. This rental is $3 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fontan Ixtapa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Fontan Ixtapa. Enjoy the water!
Is Fontan Ixtapa pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fontan Ixtapa?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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