Small Room

Casita Standar

Bungalow

Lindavista Suite

The history of
Catalina Beach Resort

Zihuatanejo enjoys a wonderfully colorful history that spans nearly three centuries. From the early pirate enclaves and marauding Spanish galleons, to present day movie stars and global dignitaries, the once tiny village of Zihuatanejo has long been home to a luminous array of adventurers drawn to the tranquility of this comfortably hidden retreat.

Built by Mr. Alfonso Galindo Mackintosh in 1952, Catalina Beach Resort (former Hotel Catalina) was the first hotel along Zihuatanejo's beautiful and protected bay shoreline. Nestled between lush tropical plants on a dramatic cliffside, overlooking a pristine bay of virgin white beaches alive with tropical birds, animals and incredible area fauna, the Hotel Catalina remained the prominent, commercial property along the magnificent La Ropa Beach bay front for almost a decade.

In 1956, Mr. Carlos Breuer and a group of investors purchased the Hotel Catalina from the Mackintosh family. By 1973, Mr. Breuer had both married and purchased sole interest in the Hotel Catalina. Carlos and his new bride, Eva Bergtold, began building an enchanting 35-year vision of hotel expansions and service improvements, which quickly became known among the more elite circles in continual search of unaffected and peaceful hideaways. National and international artists, movie stars, writers, aristocrats, diplomats and dignitaries all eventually found their way to the relaxed seclusion of the Hotel Catalina. Peggy Guggenheim, King Umberto of Italy, Count Stauffenberg, the Ludwigs, the Guinnesses, the McNie's, Alice Adams, Henry Calvin, Lauren Hutton, Larry Rivers, John Wayne, Richard Widmark, Liz Taylor, George Hamilton, Grace Jones and Mick Jagger have all frequented the warm and gentle privacy that have long been the heart and spirit of Carlos and Eva's vision.

Our Complimentary Services
(all inclusive)

- Front Desk
- Safety Deposit Boxes
- Currency Exchange
- Express Checkout
- Room Service (Daytime)
- Beach Towels
- Pets Allowed
- Free Parking


Additional Services
(charges apply)

- Telephone and Fax Service
- Photocopy Service
- Computer Use available
- Computer Printing
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Doctor on Call
- Baby Sitter
- Taxi Service
- Rental Cars
- Excursions

The Restaurant "Linda Vista"

Our Restaurant is situated on the opposite side of the bay's entrance, providing it with a refreshing breeze and beautiful view of the bay and Las Gatas Beach. Nearby "Huele de Noche" bushes with tiny white flowers give a lovely fragrance to the whole area.

Our menu includes a great selection of local dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients as well as more contemporary Western fare. Below are just a few examples:

Continental Breakfast: freshly squeezed juice of oranges, grapefruits or papayas, a plate of fresh tropical fruits of the season, rolls, marmalade, butter, coffee, tea, milk or hot chocolate.

American Breakfast: freshly pressed juice, a plate of tropical fruits of the season, 2 eggs any style with ham, bacon or sausages, chilaquiles, French toast, hotcakes with honey, hot or cold cereals, rolls marmalade, butter, coffee, tea, milk or hot chocolate.


Lunch a la carte: diversity of delicious dishes.

Dinner a la carte: fine soups, hearty salads, New York Steaks, T-Bone Steaks, Rib-eye, Fillet Mignon, Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi fillets or Tuna Steaks, Lobster, Jumbo Shrimps, Vegetarian and Pasta Dishes, and much more.

For an absolute culmination of your meal, choose a mouthwatering dessert, a fine cognac and a tasty coffee. Let soft music and candle light soothe you while you enjoy your delectable meal.