This scenic Mexican resort invites the queer community to experience paradise

Your next peaceful and queer-friendly island escape awaits in Mexico.

Mark Mark
Aug 24, 2025 - 20:00
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This scenic Mexican resort invites the queer community to experience paradise
Two gay men kiss in front of the ocean on a Mexican beach.

In need of a peaceful and queer-friendly island escape? ¡Bienvenido a Thompson Zihuatanejo!

This beachfront resort, which is part of Hyatt’s Thompson Hotels family, is located in Bahía de Zihuatanejo alongside Mexico’s Pacific coast.

The picturesque and lush green area, which is not far from Ixtapa, is commonly referred to as the country’s best-kept secret — but after a single visit, it’s all you’ll be able to talk about.

Sorry, not sorry!

Scenic beach views under a palapa at Thompson Zihuatanejo
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The outdoor and beachside pool at Thompson Zihuatanejo pictured at night, surrounded by palm trees.
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Thompson Zihuatanejo is the perfect destination for adventurers and beach bums alike, with once-in-a-lifetime activities like parasailing and underwater excursions with their dive team, as well as an open-concept spa, pools, and on-location restaurant options.

(And yes, gym bros, their onsite fitness center is both well-supplied and surrounded by stunning tropical views.)

The fitness center at Thompson Zihuatanejo, with windows peeking out at tropical scenery.
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Still, what sets Thompson Zihuatanejo apart from other coastal spots is the lengths it goes to for its visitors, especially in the LGBTQ+ community.

The resort received a Queer Destinations rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars for its inclusive space and safety protocols, as well as its staff, who have been trained on making sure every guest feels both welcome and free to let their Pride flags fly.

As far as accommodations go, this slice of paradise is as comfortable as it is gorgeous, with both rooms and suites featuring luxe offerings, like swim-up rooms, sweeping ocean views, plunge pools, and ground-floor beach access.

A beachfront patio attached to a suite at Thompson Zihuatanejo.
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A king bed is pictured inside a room at Thompson Zihuatanejo. On either end, luxe night tables with tabletop lamps on top of them.
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A swim-up infinity pool looks out onto the Thompson Zihuatanejo property.
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On top of that, Thompson Zihuatanejo is immersed in Mexican culture, with sophisticated designs including Oaxacan clay light fixtures, artwork from local creators, wood-fired culinary delights under a palapa at Ceniza, and fruity and refreshing options at Hao, its all-day oceanfront bar.

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Bonus: The hotel is only 8 miles away from the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport and nearby beaches like Playa Blanca and Troncones Beach.

So, as autumnal sweater season closes in, take this as a sign to extend your summer by taking a gorgeous vacay.

After all, those 90-degree temps are speedo-friendly year-round!

A waterside patio, with table and chairs, looking out at the beach at Thompson Zihuatanejo.
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A waterside restaurant is set for dinnertime under a roof of twinkling lights at Thompson Zihuatanejo.
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The lobby of Thompson Zihuatanejo, decorated in rocks and sophisticated lighting, is pictured at night.
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