Downtown Mazatlan Travel Guide
Mazatlán
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Popular places to visit
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.
Olas Altas Beach
Look on as surfers and boogie boarders ride the waves, or take to the water yourself, and enjoy picturesque sunsets from waterfront bars at this centrally located beach.
Plaza Machado
Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Experience a sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells and sample authentic Mexican dishes at this 20th-century marketplace.
Divers Point
Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
The crowning glory of Mazatlán’s Old Town, this 19th-century cathedral bears Gothic and Moorish influences and has a striking collection of stained-glass windows.
Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan
Gamma Mazatlán The Inn Centro Histórico
"This hotel was a pleasant surprise! Not super fancy, but the staff were incredibly friendly, the rooms were spotless and comfy, and the location in El Centro Histórico was perfect for enjoying the lively streets. 🏨✨"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Best Western Posada Freeman
"Great stay, fantastic location and staff are very accommodating!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Pueblo Bonito Vantage Centro Histórico Mazatlán
"Only comment is that it was hard to get PDF copy of my receipt with all my charges for the stay. The the place is A+ property."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Casa Barros Vacation Condos
"Super clean-super nice- very quiet- lovely great view -the people that work here amazing -honestly I can’t say enough. The pool is amazing. There’s a barbecue here that’s fantastic. There’s an elevator so you don’t have to carry your luggage all the way up the stairs although there’s a very lovely ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
"Personnel très serviable, propreté de la chambre 10 sur 10 et lit vraiment confortable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only
"Excellent place to stay, really nice and clean rooms, confortable bed, beautiful view to the sea, super quiet. Definitely I will go back in a near future. Excellent staff."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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Zona Dorada
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.
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.
Centro Historico
If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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 Galerias Mazatlan.
Cerritos
While visiting Cerritos, you might make a stop by sights like Mazagua Aquatic Park and Witches Beach.
Downtown Mazatlan Travel Guide
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