Thompson Zihuatanejo

Guests describe the staff at this Thompson outpost as friendly and the property as beautiful. Located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean less than 10 miles northwest of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport, this intimate Hyatt houses upscale guest rooms and suites with a mid-century aesthetic and, in some accommodations, private plunge pools. The rooms sport white linens, stone floors and rustic wooden accents, plus balconies or terraces. A 15% resort fee covers amenities like flat-screen TVs, speakers and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Plus, staff are available to help plan activities, including golf, sport fishing, scuba, snorkeling, windsurfing and horseback riding. If you prefer a more low-key getaway, reserve a treatment at the on-site spa or plan to lounge by one of the resort's three pools. No matter how you spend your day, start it with a plate of fresh (albeit pricey) fish at HAO or head to Ceniza for Mexican cuisine. If you consider yourself a foodie, you'll want to sign up for a cooking class, which includes a visit to a local market. What's more, members of the World of Hyatt rewards program should keep in mind that they can earn and redeem points by staying here.