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Playa Revolcadero

Playa Revolcadero | Frente a Hotel Princess, Acapulco 39696, Mexico
Ranked #15 of 42 attractions in Acapulco
3.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Description: One of Acapulco's best beaches and home to many luxurious hotels.
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Acapulco
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38 reviews 38 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

The sand and beach is great, the undertow quite dangerous, you must take care. No place to park your car. Beach vendors again as in all Acapulco trying to sell you something all the time. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Liked the long wide beach, no one on it during the week, a few people during the weekend. Can't wait to go back! More

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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Good for surfing, there is some current that may get strong. Very good food. There are a few ways of getting there the main one is from the main road from the airport to Puerto Marquez and turn left on the burguer king. More

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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

This is by far Acapulco's best place to swim in the ocean if you like waves. If you like a pool-like setting go to the main bay. Nevertheless a nicer development would be welcome, its a great example of the lack of tourism infrastructure in Mexico. Instead of some nice shades installed by the city (even if they were charged)... More

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Milwaukee, WI
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2011

Clear and clean Pacific ocean and white sandy beaches. It is open ocean so it is rougher water than in Acapulco Bay or Puerto Marques. More

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Sarasota, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2010
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this beach is right across the street from my husband's aunt's beach house. They have great prices for drinks and food, definitely worth the value! For a small price you can sit under a nice palm branch shaded area. Horse rides and boogie boards are for rent if you would like. The only downside (or upside if you like) is... More

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Nicolás Romero, Mexico, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Estado de México, Campeche, Mexico
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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