Guerrero, Mexico

Playa La Gloria

Playa La Gloria is a beach destination nestled within the town of Acapulco de JuƔrez, in the Municipality of Acapulco de JuƔrez, in Guerrero, Mexico. The beach is known for its unique feature of quadracycles that often race along the shore, adding an element of excitement, but also potential danger for visitors.

The beach is a popular choice for visitors, particularly during peak tourist seasons, when it can become quite crowded. Despite this, it maintains a relaxing atmosphere, with friendly locals adding to its charm. Visitors to Playa La Gloria can look forward to a casual setting that offers fresh seafood, enjoyed with feet buried in the sand and the cool sea breeze for company. There are also bars available for those wishing to savor a cold beer by the beach.

Explore places to stay near Playa La Gloria and enjoy the thrill of quadracycles racing along the shore.

Alongside its natural beauty, Playa La Gloria offers a range of amenities including hotels, restaurants, bars, and a variety of food options such as fast food, snacks, tacos, and tortas. Uniquely, there are also dental services available in the area. Despite the occasional hustle and bustle from the crowds and quadracycles, Playa La Gloria remains a favored destination for those seeking a relaxing beach experience.

What to do at Playa La Gloria?

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa La Gloria include Akumal-Restaurant Bar, Restaurant De Mariscos Lourdes, Restaurante Memos, Restaurante Bar - Mar Y Sol, Chupachanga, Restaurant Bar Dos Vidas, Los Hermanos (Restaurant-Bar) and Los Cuates De Alex.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the relaxing atmosphere and friendly people at the beach as the most appreciated aspects. The beach is also praised for its awesome environment. However, visitors complain about the beach being too crowded and the noise and danger from speeding quadracycles.

Where to Stay near Playa La Gloria?

Beach enthusiasts heading to Playa La Gloria often choose to stay in the bustling town of Acapulco de JuƔrez, which offers a wide range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. The area is popular not only for its vibrant beach scene but also for its diverse dining options and lively atmosphere.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa La Gloria?

Latitude: 16.7387411 / Longitude: -99.7500117

Playa La Gloria is located in Guerrero. The following map of Playa La Gloria shows the exact location.

Playa La Gloria: Weather Today

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Overall, it's a decent beach day at Playa La Gloria. The air temperature will reach a high of 29.2 °C. The sea is very warm at 29.3 °C, ideal for swimming. The waves are moderate with a height of 1.0 m. Expect mostly cloudy skies. The wind will be light. The UV index will reach 6, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High27°C/29.2°C
Feels Like (High)35.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.3 °C
Wave Height1.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance15%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:57/18:06
Sunshine Hours10.4 hrs
UV Index6.45
Cloud Cover78%
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Wind

Speed14.3 km/h
Gusts20.2 km/h
DirectionS

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