Playa El Palmar is a beach known for its calm and serene atmosphere. The water, while not crystal clear, is described as beautiful with some seaweed present. The beach is suitable for both swimming and boating, with the central area of the beach experiencing bigger waves compared to the edges of the bay.
Visitors to Playa El Palmar can rent a space to relax and eat their own food, with food and drinks also available for purchase on site. The beach offers a variety of water activities, with parasailing being a popular choice among visitors.
Despite its popularity, the beach maintains a friendly atmosphere. The beach can get crowded, but the warm water and plenty of places to sit and relax make it a worthwhile destination.
Playa El Palmar amenities include loungers.
Best restaurants near Playa El Palmar include El Caribeño Ixtapa, Caña Brava Ixtapa, El Faro, Restaurante Matthews, La Luna Restaurant & Bar, The Shorties Restaurant Sports Bar, Fonda La Palapa, Eduardo’s Restaurante and Casa Morelos.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's calm and serene atmosphere, with beautiful, warm water and a variety of activities, including parasailing and boarding. They appreciate the availability of spaces for relaxation and the option to bring their own food. However, some visitors noted the presence of seaweed and occasional high waves, and mentioned that the beach can get crowded.
Beach lovers heading to Playa El Palmar often opt for accommodations in Ixtapa, which is conveniently located nearby and offers a range of hotels and resorts. Most visitors come specifically for the beach experience, with several lodging options available within walking distance.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 17.6550149 / Longitude: -101.6002147
Playa El Palmar is located in Guerrero. The following map of Playa El Palmar shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 26.9°C/28.5°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 33.1°C |
| Sea Temperature | 29.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.0 m |
| Rain Chance | 23% |
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| Rainfall | 0.1 mm |
| Rain Duration | 1 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:20/18:36 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.8 |
| Cloud Cover | 65% |
| Speed | 12.9 km/h |
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| Gusts | 18.4 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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