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Acapulco de Juarez, Estado de Guerrero, Mexico

How much does it cost to travel to Acapulco de Juarez?

You should plan to spend around $79 (M$1,341) per day on your vacation in Acapulco de Juarez. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $28 (M$477) on meals
  • $16 (M$272) on local transportation
  • $77 (M$1,305) on hotels

A one week trip to Acapulco de Juarez for two people costs, on average, $1,103 (M$18,770). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $79
    M$1,341
  • One Week Per person
    $552
    M$9,385
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $1,103
    M$18,770
  • One Month Per person
    $2,364
    M$40,222
  • One Week For a couple
    $1,103
    M$18,770
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $2,206
    M$37,540
  • One Month For a couple
    $4,728
    M$80,444
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Acapulco de Juarez cost?

A one week trip to Acapulco de Juarez usually costs around $552 (M$9,385) for one person and $1,103 (M$18,770) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Acapulco de Juarez on average costs around $1,103 (M$18,770) for one person and $2,206 (M$37,540) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Acapulco de Juarez will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Acapulco de Juarez on average costs around $2,364 (M$40,222) for one person and $4,728 (M$80,444) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Acapulco de Juarez has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Acapulco de Juarez expensive to visit?

Acapulco de Juarez is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in Mexico, which is a moderately priced country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It is in the top 25% of cities in the country for its affordability. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.

Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Acapulco de Juarez is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in North America for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Acapulco de Juarez.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Acapulco de Juarez Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Acapulco de Juarez?

The average Acapulco de Juarez trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Acapulco de Juarez travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) M$1,305 ($77)
Local Transportation 1 M$272 ($16)
Food 2 M$477 ($28)
Entertainment 1 M$303 ($18)
Alcohol 2 M$90 - 271 ($5 - 16)
Accommodation Budget in Acapulco de Juarez
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Acapulco de Juarez is $38 (M$652). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Acapulco de Juarez is $77 (M$1,305). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $38
    M$652
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $77
    M$1,305

Hotel Prices in Acapulco de Juarez

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Acapulco de Juarez based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $103. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Acapulco de Juarez
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Acapulco de Juarez is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $16 (M$272) per person, per day, on local transportation in Acapulco de Juarez.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $16
    M$272

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Flights to Acapulco de Juarez
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Rental Cars in Acapulco de Juarez
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Food Budget in Acapulco de Juarez
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Acapulco de Juarez can vary, the average cost of food in Acapulco de Juarez is $28 (M$477) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Acapulco de Juarez should cost around $11 (M$191) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Acapulco de Juarez is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $28
    M$477

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Entertainment Budget in Acapulco de Juarez
Average Daily Costs

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  • Entertainment and activities in Acapulco de Juarez typically cost an average of $18 (M$303) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $18
    M$303

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Alcohol Budget in Acapulco de Juarez
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $11 (M$181) on alcoholic beverages in Acapulco de Juarez per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $11
    M$181


Acapulco de Juarez On a Budget
Acapulco de Juarez Boats on the beach in Acapulco, Mexico
Located on the southwestern Pacific Coast of Mexico is the beautiful beach city of Acapulco de Juarez. Acapulco is one of the original travel and resort destinations in Mexico, and it's still considered a popular spring break destination for Americans. Known as simply "Acapulco" to many travelers, this region is a popular spot for cruise lines to stop and timeshares to grow. Thanks to those cruise lines and timeshares, tourist activities like water parks and jet skis have experienced considerable growth.
Sights
You don't have to be a thrill seeker to enjoy watching others get their adrenaline rush. Watch as fearless cliff divers jump from impressive heights into the shallow streams at the bottom part of La Quebrada. This tradition is a unique experience that has been an Acapulco tradition since 1934. Check for show times to be sure you witness this unique endeavor.

On the western side of La Costera is Acapulco's town square Zocalo. During the day you'll find a shady and peaceful area with two fountains and really stunning multi-trunked trees. Zocalo offers visitors more local culture than other areas of the city. Make time to visit Acapulco's cathedral and have a meal at one of the many restaurants or sidewalk bistros. Be sure to return after the sin goes down, as many street performers come out to entertain at night.

If you're looking for a family-friendly beach with shallow waters, make your way to the smaller bay just east of Acapulco to settle down on the beach of Isla de la Roqueta. You can get there by water taxi from Caleta Beach. With numerous trails, a lighthouse, beautiful snorkeling opportunities and sightings of the yachts of the rich and famous, your day at Isla de la Roqueta will certainly be filled with entertainment.

But if it's an escape from the tourism you're looking for, take a trip to a small bay just east of Acapulco known as Puerto Marquez. One side of the bay is covered in beachside restaurants full of friendly owners and staff. Have a lunch of seafood and cervezas. Then wade in the waters while taking in the stunning sunset.
Neighborhoods
Most of the best beaches in Acapulco are along "La Costera" boulevard. If you're interested in surfing head to the stretch of sand in front of Fairmont Acapulco Princess and Fairmont Pierre Marquis Hotels.

The El Parazal & Barrio Capire area has plenty of restaurants and shops, so you can find some activity here if you're looking to find some fun and shopping.

Plenty of restaurants and shops can also be found in the Fracc Magallanes area on the north side of the bay.

Activities
Acapulco has so much in the way of activities to enjoy during the day that don't involve the beach. For the ultimate adrenaline junkie there is bungee jumping on La Costera. For the man or woman looking to work on their handicap, there's numerous golf courses, and for the party animals, Acapulco does not disappoint in the way of nightlife. There are bars up and down the beaches including "Palladium," which offers a breathtaking sight of the whole bay.

Another great option, especially for those traveling with kids, is a trip to the El Rollo water park. Located right on the Acapulco waterfront, you can't miss this place with its giant balloon right out front. Here you can enjoy several water slides including one that stretches more than 200-feet. Also relax in a wave pool, visit the aviary and aquarium and visit with the park's dolphins. Jump into one of the two large pools for the opportunity to swim with these dolphins and make friends!
Food and Dining
As one of the premiere spring break and cruise ship destinations in the world, Acapulco has cuisine ranging from cheap bar food to top dollar, authentic Mexican dishes. While the city covers the spectrum in available genres and flavors, you'll definitely want to try the local dishes before settling for North American bar food. Here's a list of the most popular restaurants.

Transportation
Getting around Acapulco is simple and every traveler has a whole host of options. Taxis are everywhere, but be sure that you agree on the price before you get in the car. Cabs in this city aren't metered and they love to take advantage of tourists. Be sure to negotiate to the best of your abilities.

If you can drive a car with manual transmission, renting a car can be a cheap but stressful way around. Traffic can be very heavy and drives are really aggressive. Parking is not easy to find and the streets can be very confusing.

The bus systems in Acapulco are privatized meaning they can be decorated however they want. Don't be surprised to see pink buses riding around with Mexican music next to buses blasting club music. Because buses are private they frequently compete for passengers, so expect them to stop and ask you to board even if you're walking in the same direction they're going.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.