Mazatlán Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mazatlan featuring a sandy beach and rugged coastline as well as a family
Mazatlan showing landscape views, rugged coastline and a city
Mazatlan showing modern architecture, a luxury hotel or resort and rugged coastline
Mazatlan showing a sunset, a beach and a coastal town
Mazatlan showing a square or plaza, religious elements and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Mazatlán

Zona Dorada featuring a sandy beach, mountains and general coastal views

Zona Dorada

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum.

Zona Dorada
Mazatlan showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset

Centro Historico

If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Historico
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El Cid

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of El Cid. You might consider stopping by El Cid Country Club Golf Course while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

El Cid
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Marina Mazatlan

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Marina Mazatlan. You might want to make time for a stop at Cerritos Beach or Witches Beach.

Marina Mazatlan
Olas Altas Beach featuring a sunset, street scenes and a gorge or canyon

Downtown Mazatlan

Downtown Mazatlan is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Plaza Machado or Olas Altas Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Mazatlan
Mazatlan which includes a sandy beach and waves

Cerritos

While visiting Cerritos, you might make a stop by sights like Mazagua Aquatic Park and Witches Beach.

Cerritos
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Calzada Camaron Sabalo, Zona Costera Cerritos 3404, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,936 reviews)
"We mostly ate at the buffet, which was good. The staff at the buffet was amazing."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Viaggio Resort Mazatlán

Viaggio Resort Mazatlán

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Camaron Sabalo, Zona Dorada, Mazatlán, Sinaloa
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,782 reviews)
"For the most part our stay was great! the rooms could be cleaned better but the food and amenities were great they have alot of parking which is a plus if you want something thats more quiet,this is not the place for you the bandas play in front of the beach all day which was a major plus for us"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

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Costa De Oro Beach Hotel

Costa De Oro Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. Camaron Sabalo No. 710, Zona Dorada, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,372 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

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Luxury Suites By Estrella del Mar

Luxury Suites By Estrella del Mar

4 out of 5
Carretera Estatal, Barron Isla de la Piedra km10, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
"Resort is amazing and very modern. The only downside is transportation. It gets a somewhat frustrating having to call for transportation everytime to get to a restaurant or to front office. Also, the store and pool close too early. The tariffs to take you to isla piedra are very high when they had ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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Casa Barros Vacation Condos

Casa Barros Vacation Condos

4 out of 5
114 Circunvalación Cerro del Vigía, Mazatlán, Sin.
Stay at this 4-star condo in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
"The blankets were pretty dirty, and don’t have enough things to clean, but nice place!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

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Torres Mazatlan Condominiums

Torres Mazatlan Condominiums

3 out of 5
Av Sabalo Cerritos, Esq. Lopez Portillo, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
If it's about enjoying
"Our experience has always been good, if not excellent, during the four years we've enjoyed the facilities. This year was no exception: the staff is always ready to help you. From the moment you check in, an experience of tranquility and security begins. It's a place to enjoy Mazatlán from beginning ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

The Mazatlan Malecón

The Mazatlan Malecón

After visiting The Mazatlan Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mazatlán. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

The Mazatlan Malecón
Olas Altas Beach featuring markets, rocky coastline and views

Olas Altas Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Olas Altas Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mazatlán. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Olas Altas Beach
Plaza Machado which includes a square or plaza and a park as well as a large group of people

Plaza Machado

Learn about the local history of Mazatlán when you take a trip to Plaza Machado. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Plaza Machado
Mazatlan showing surf, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Witches Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Witches Beach during your travels in Mazatlán?

Witches Beach
El Faro Lighthouse which includes rocky coastline, landscape views and a coastal town

El Faro Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Mazatlán with a stop at El Faro Lighthouse. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

El Faro Lighthouse
El Mirador featuring general coastal views, mountains and rocky coastline

El Mirador

Explore the great outdoors at El Mirador, a lovely green space in Mazatlán. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

El Mirador

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Copala which includes a small town or village

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