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Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach

Just one block from Playa La Ropa which many call the "best beach on the Pacific Coast of México".

This is a private, physically separate, casita with a large, covered patio and an outdoor kitchen. The property is quiet, secure and just a short walk to the beach or a quick bus or cab ride into town.

Designed as a geodesic dome, this casita has a high ceiling and a spacious "not square shoebox" feeling. It is approximately 300 sq ft. (28m2) inside. There are fans as well as air conditioning.

The outdoor kitchen is equipped with fridge and (gas) stove with oven, basic dishes, utensils and other cooking equipment. Anything else you may need, feel free to ask -- we probably have it!

The 250 sq. ft. (23m2) brick patio is roofed over and shaded. The patio and kitchen are for the guests' exclusive use during their stay.

The overall property is walled for privacy, tranquility and security.

Bilingual owner lives on site.

You might also want to have a look at our other property, a 1 BR private casita with full kitchen, patio and air conditioning. Simply search for listing number 4521570.

Property manager

Julian

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Geodesic Dome Kitchen 1 Block Beach Guesthouse Zihuatanejo
Geodesic Dome Kitchen 1 Block Beach Guesthouse
Geodesic Dome Kitchen 1 Block Beach Zihuatanejo
Geodesic Dome Kitchen A/c 1 Block Beach Zihuatanejo
Geodesic Dome Kitchen A/c 1 Block Beach
Geodesic Dome With Kitchen 1 Block to the Beach
Geodesic Dome Kitchen A/c 1 Block Beach Guesthouse Zihuatanejo
Geodesic Dome Kitchen A/c 1 Block Beach Guesthouse

About the area

Map
Zihuatanejo, GRO

What's nearby

  • La Ropa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • La Madera Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Zihuatanejo Bay - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Las Gatas Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Municipal Market - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Ixtapa, Guerrero (ZIH-Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hao
  • Jungle Pizza
  • ‪Zi Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boxha Café - ‬2 min drive
  • Restaurante Rossy

Frequently asked questions

Is Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Playa La Ropa cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Zihuatanejo Bay and La Ropa Beach. La Madera Beach and Virgin of the Tree are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Geodesic Dome with Kitchen and A/C, 1 Block to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host Julian is super helpful and speaks great English, even picking up at airport! I would stay here again:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devins A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hospitable

Charming treated like family private
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Sweet Dome!

Exactly as described and more! A lovely, clean, spacious and quiet location in an excellent location within walking distance to several good restaurants and everything La Ropa beach has to offer. Thanks to the Hosts for their kind communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great 3 Weeks

We spent 3 weeks in February 2024 and had a great time. Julian is very accommodating and drove us to other beach's in the area. There were no surprises, the property is as advertised, great location, close to beach, restaurants, transit and shopping.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese G., Menifee, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience

This was well-located in Playa La Ropa. Easy access to transportation, the beach and places to eat & explore. The grounds are beautiful. I loved the outdoor kitchen set-up. Julian was an amazing host. He was very accessible and kept me abreast of local developments (i.e. Tropical Storm Lester). He was able to answer any questions I had and I appreciated how helpful he was. I also loved meeting Karim. I would highly recommend this spot in Zihua!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unparalleled

This is a spectacularly beautiful place, hand made by Julian.
Stayed 27 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at El Escondite

We very much enjoyed our time at El Escondite. Mr. Julian and his wife were great hosts, and the communication was excellent. The location is very convenient, and the property is very nice and quiet. I really enjoyed sitting and reading on the patio with all of the plants and trees. We would absolutely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Green Oasis

Julian and Karim are the perfect hosts. Gracious, helpful and willing to offer advice to make our stay the best it could be. I would not hesitate to recommend their accommodation to anyone visiting Zihuatanejo. The property was exactly as advertised and so met all our expectations. The best addition was Cuba, their adorable dog, who was at the gate to greet us with a wagging tail every time. Thank you both for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

As first time visitors to Zihuatanejo we had the usual concerns of how to get around and were to go and what to see. Our host Julian quickly eased any concerns we may have had. He went out of his way to help us settle in and provided us all the information we needed. The facilities are as advertised. The Geodome is very comfortable and larger then the pictures can portray. Everything was very clean and house keeping was provided once a week with fresh bedding and towels provided. The out door kitchen was very spacious and well equipped. Over all we enjoyed our stay here. We enjoyed our interactions with our hosts. Who's help and commitment to make your stay the best it can be has make what would of be a very good vacation into a great vacation.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robin C., Bellingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation

We enjoyed our stay in the dome. The location was perfect, short walk to Playa la Ropa, easy cab ride to downtown. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer stay and friendlier hosts. Would definitely stay here again on my next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un séjour inoubliable

J'ai adoré mon expérience de deux semaines qui a été entrecoupée par une retraite de yoga à Viva Playa. Karim et Julian sont des hôtes exceptionnels et les deux studios sont d'une propreté irréprochable. J'ai été accueillie avec un magnifique bouquet, un panier de fruits, un pichet de jus d'hibiscus, une charmante attention. La propriété est en face du chemin qui mène à la plus belle plage que j'ai eu l'occasion de voir dans ma vie, le sable est très fin, la descente lente et les vagues douces, en plus d'être à 5 minutes de marche du studio. Dormir sous un dôme géodésique est une expérience très zen. La décoration tropicale, les céramiques, les meubles de bois sculptés sont magnifiques et donne un cachet unique. La cuisine terrasse couverte et ventilée permet de passer des soirées agréables. Le bus pour le centre ville s'arrête devant la propriété et en cinq minutes vous êtes dans un marché typiquement mexicain prêt à découvrir les saveurs et produits locaux, le centre ville et ses magnifiques sculptures de bronze, ses murales, sa marina, ses boutiques artisanales, ses peintres et artistes, sa promenade en bord de mer, le restaurant Any où sont servis des plats traditionnels mexicains et j'en passe ... l'endroit parfait pour une retraite d'artiste comme je l'ai fait, une escapade romantique, un séjour entre amis car le deuxième studio peut loger 4 personnes. Supérieur à mon expérience à Riviera Maya aussi j'espère sincèrement pouvoir y retourner l'an prochain.

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Perfecto!!!

Escogí este lugar porque me llamó la atención "domo geodésico" y no me arrepentí en absoluto!!, el domo fue perfecto, atractivo, limpio, cómodo, acogedor, tranquilo y muy privado , no era la clásica estructura aburrida de un alojamiento convencional, ubicado en una zona muy cerca a la playa perfecto para caminatas y disfrute de la naturaleza. Julián fue el mejor anfitrión que se puede pedir, siempre cerca cuando se le necesitaba, muy amigable y conocedor de la zona, te hacía sentir en casa!! Gracias Julián por su hospitalidad!! lo recomiendo 100%

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen P.

The Perfect Beach Vacation Home

The home was amazing and we had a lovely time. Our host was incredibly welcoming and kind. We have made a friend for life. The home is right by the beautiful La Playa Ropa, and the bus stopped in front of the house to take us on a quick ride to go into town for shopping along the beach and at the market. It was safe, clean, accommodated, and the perfect home for an authentic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elena V.

Perfecto!!

Escogí este lugar porque me llamó la atención "domo geodésico" y no me arrepentí para nada!!, el lugar era excelente, limpio, cómodo, atractivo, acogedor, tranquilo y de estructura muy diferente a las habitaciones convencionales, con perfecta ubicación para disfrutar de la playa y naturaleza. Julián fue el mejor anfitrión que se puede pedir, siempre cerca cuando se le necesitaba, muy amigable, conocedor neto del lugar y te hacía sentir en casa. Muchas gracias Julián por su atención. Lo recomiendo al 100%

10/10 Excellent

Stuart N.

Excellent property, host and fantastic location

I have stayed 4 to 6 months every year for the last 6 years. The places are just perfect for me (I have stayed in both casitas) . The best thing about it is the location. They are very close to the beach, convenience stores and restaurants and yet are very quiet and private. The hosts are extremely attentive and go well out of their way to help in all sorts of things. I would not hesitate to recommend this place wholeheartedly.

10/10 Excellent

Jude F.

Best Kept Secret

This place offers a typical Mexican experience. Don't like the crisp generic typical hotels? This is the place. The bedroom is spacious and much bigger than the photos lead you to think. Great little outdoor kitchen for those days when restaraunts are becoming monotonous. The markets are near and the produce available for cooking is ultra fresh. I highly recommend this place. It will be my go to for every vacation. By the way, as for our Host...can't find better. Incredible personal touch.

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D.

A true Mexican hideaway with a cottage feel and a caring host

As someone that typically does not stay in large resorts this was perfect. It's a a quiet, private getaway where you wake up to the songs of many beautiful birds and sun shining in the windows every day. Close to Zihuatanejo by mini bus at the front door or walk it in 40 minutes with scenery along the way. Walk to the beach in 5. Live like a Mexican might.... Our host Julian went out of his way to make our stay that much better. He is very helpful, has lots of information to share, and kindly took us around to places like the central market and Playa Larga. The market was a great score for me as I love to cook and Mexico has such great fresh ingredients - having the outdoor kitchen was special. and it has the basics you need. Safe, serene and so relaxing - I miss it already, along with resident big pal Cuba, the dog. Making plans for next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

Absolutely wonderful!

The Host, Julian, was incredibly helpful and accommodating. The property was exactly as it was shown in the pictures. The price is certainly worth the experience, It's cheaper and more accommodating than a hotel, and much more private and quiet. It truly is a perfect little hideaway.

8/10 Good

Louise S.

Great location to walk to beach and restaurants

Our host Julian was gracious and very helpful. He speaks fluent Spanish and we don’t. He guided us to what we needed. The accommodations were great with our own outdoor patio and kitchen. The geodesic dome was clean with comfortable beds. For what you get it’s a bargain.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angelica B.

Amazing place. Amazing host.

This place is awesome. The casita is beautiful, the beach is amazing and the host is incredibly helpful. I will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Stellar hosts who present an amazing property

Julian and Karim are amazing hosts who set this property apart from many I have experienced in the world! They are friendly, attentive, thoughtful and a pure delight to talk with each day. Their local knowledge is superb with great tips for the surrounding areas. Playa La Ropa is by far the best of the 5 beaches I visited during my stay, with its gently rolling waves, myriad beachfront restaurants, all beach activities one could desire, and of course the any massage tents! Stunning place to relax and rejuvenate. Being able to take a short 5 minute walk each morning for a quick dip in the ocean, along with another at sunset became a daily ritual. Back at the secure property, the private geodesic dome is a cheerfully decorated space that was always clean and stocked with essential amenities. It was neat to have an outdoor kitchen with it's own private sitting area as well. Last but not least is the charmingly loyal Kuba, their friendly dog, who makes you feel like a member of the family at home each morning and when you return to the property from a day of exploring! She was such a fun added touch which I thoroughly enjoyed during my stay. As an airbnb host myself for nearly four years, I can honestly give my highest recommendation to Julian and Karim. They are stellar hosts who present an amazing property as advertised and located in a perfect little slice of paradise. Happy Travels!