Ixtapa Pacific Mexico

Our 4th time back to this resort! We are an adventruous family of four (with two teenaged girls) who have lived in a few different coutries and travelled extensively. We usually "self cater" and don't enjoy most large resorts but this Club Med is so consistenly good and such an easy vacation for us versus the "work" of our more adventurous travels in Europe, Morocco and Vietnam that we keep coming back. Everyone is always happy here and so sad to leave

The pros:

-the weather! Have never had a single grey day in four years

-the beauty-such a gorgeous spot and lovely sunsets

-the beach, clean and warm but do be aware that there was a shark (or possibly croc?) attack a couple of years ago. We still swim but stay close to shore

-the staff! So great! I play all of the sports and like to do alllll of the things. The tennis pros (especially Dylan and Luna) are always top-notch and have taught me so much. patient and kind and lots fo fun. From beginners (like me) to advanced there are lots of opportunities to play and lean. The fitness leaders are also marvelous. This year I went to Samantha's classes every day and she always had something fun and challenging for me to do. Friendly and knowledgeable and it is so nice being able to work out under cover but outdoors with a beach view.
The bartenders at the beach are always friendly and ready to make whatever you need , from coffee to cocktails. Dining room staff are so prompt and kind. Front desk staff was so much more helpful this year and housekeeping did a marvelous job or keeping our room organized and tidy!

-the grounds and common areas are beautiful and were always immaculate

-the variety of activities available-I finally got to try the trapeze and they were all so encouraging that I can't wait to go back. Our daughters also had a great time with Jennifer at Zumba and water aerobics!

-more security-I appreciated that there was a bit more of a security presence-with two teenaged daughters it was nice to know that they were being monitored a bit if they went to quieter areas of the resort after dark-the teenagers didn't love it but our group of parents certainly did!

-other guests-we always meet so many great people here and appreciate the smaller size of this resort and the types of activities that make this possible. Meeting people doesn't feel forced but if you participate if any of the sports or start up a conversation at the bar or in the dining lineup people are so interesting and kind

-the food-not always perfect but usually pretty good. A great variety of salad and fruit choices. Mexican night always the best! If you are in to dessert, bread and ice cream you'll be overjoyed!

-the iguana sanctuary in the middle of the resort!

The cons:
not many!

-if you are in to a really luxurious room this is not the place for you. The rooms are nice enough and kept clean but are defintely in major need of a facelift-our a/c was noisy, there is a large space all the way around the entry doors meaning that both light and noise passed in from outside. Our mattress was quite old and yellowing, the elastic on the fitted sheets was giving out. Towels with loose threads. Areas of the room that needed painting. The soap dispensers don't work very well. The shampoo and conditioner are not very nice (we usually bring our own now)

-the wine! Oh my! Soooo terrible! I don't mind an inexpensive wine (there are so many out there that are great) but the wine here is some of the worst that I have ever encoutered. It really is a crime.

-the sit down dinner at miramar-I always wish that these were better but every year the food is not as good as at the buffet. It is nice to be served but the food is never very good. The Miramar breakfast is ok but you have to be very patient. The male server (oops can't remember his name) is always great but if you get anyone else you often don't get what you asked for or it takes a reaaaaaallly long time.

Thanks again Club Med Ixtapa! We love you!

Muy buena experiencia como hotel, no dejan de ser los creadores del all inclusive, mejoran la calidez de la experiencia el trato de Luisa y Ricardo como GO^s
Gracias por su apoyo al grupo de Great Memebers (Nicole y Miriam) y el apoyo de Pamela como responsable de ese equipo.
Muy buen Barman Valdemar y el apoyo de Joy.
Puntos de mejora, mayor capacitacion a GO`s nuevos , les falta el espiritu de servicio
Mayor asesoria a los huespedes para la eleccion de su habitacion.

We spent our spring break in Club Med Ixtapa and had a blast. The ever-present Daniel runs a tight ship where everything appears relaxed but perfect simultaneously. The Geo team is fantastic, and it feels unfair to single one out. Our daughter clearly wants to highlight Thais at the teen club, who kept her busy and happy the whole week. The crew at the watersports are great: issam, Dorian, Franco and Julio. At Estrella, Alan y Kevin prepared us amazing drinks. At the trapeze, Holly and Chicho.
I want to specially mention Cheffs Pedro and Ronie's outstanding job preparing an impressive "tiritas" dish from a fish my daughter fished earlier in the day: not sure we expressed enough how this made her extremely happy and proud.

This was our first Club Med visit and I'm pleased to report that I'm hooked! Stayed for 6 days, 5 nights in this awesome Ixtapa property and had a blast with our 4 year old and 18 month old.

The biggest pros:

The kids clubs!!
Having the piece of mind of that your kids are not only being well cared for but also having the time of their life makes it all so worth it. Special shout out to the Mini Club team Mirca, Sammy, Irasema, Jenny, Naomi and Sonny. Because of you, our 4 year old left having made so many special friendships and core memories she'll take with her. A huge shout-out to the baby club caretakers - Sofi, Fany, Kenya, Tyra, Ana and Eva who took such good care of my 18 month old that he slept so well every night of the vacation.

The food!
Never would I have thought an all inclusive resort would have good food, let alone a large selection of foods to choose from every day. So good and something for everyone.

The activities!
If you're an active family, you will love this place. So many activities to try.

The only piece of constructive feedback I'd have is about the adult beds. They are older and so firm, as are the pillows.

Alas, nowhere can be perfect. All in all had a super enjoyable holiday and look forward to many more trips back to Ixtapa!