Downtown Mazatlan Travel Guide
Mazatlán
Visit Downtown Mazatlan
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.
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.
Divers Point
Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.
Things to do
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan
Gamma Mazatlán The Inn Centro Histórico
"El hotel está muy bien, la locación me gustó mucho, todo se siente cerca. El aire dejo de enfriar el último día extrañamente pero todo bien. Al buffet siento que le falta un poco más de variedad en la comida fuerte pero fuera de eso está muy rico :)"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Best Western Posada Freeman
"The hotel is located in a grear area right across the street from the beach very close to"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 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
"El proceso de check-in fue fácil porque había una señora en el área del lobby disponible para atendernos. Ojo con el tema del estacionamiento, ya que el hotel no tiene lugares designados. Tienen que estacionarse en la calle. Tuvimos el placer de que Mar nos atendiera; tiene una excelente actitud ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 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
Hotel Boutique Casa Lulu
"The pool closing at 9 was annoying as this is a vacation hotel, staff was friendly, and los very clean"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Mazatlan
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.
Cerritos
While visiting Cerritos, you might make a stop by sights like Mazagua Aquatic Park and Playa Brujas.
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.
