Gabriel Leyva 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.
Cerritos Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cerritos Beach during your travels in Marina Mazatlan? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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.
Witches Beach
Swim, surf big waves and work on your tan at this beautiful and quiet beach located along Mexico's Pacific shoreline.
El Faro Lighthouse
Hike to this hilltop lighthouse, located on one of the area’s highest points, to enjoy a superb bird’s-eye view of Mazatlán’s beaches, Old Town and peninsula.
Things to do
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Sensation Splash Party All Inclusive Mazatlan Bay Cruise
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch
Top hotels in Gabriel Leyva
Viaggio Resort Mazatlán
I am shocked and delighted by the experience it was one of the cheaper options in Mazatlan and it exceeded
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Varali Grand Hotel
Everything was good
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
Bellman and wait staff at the restaurants were very nice and attentive. Good was really good.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan
The staff was great and the rooms were very clean. Theview of the ocean and pool were wonderful. Im glad we did not do the all inclusive option however, one day we decided to hang out at the hotel all day and had the breakfast buffet, the coffee was terrible and the food was mediocre. At lunch we ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hotel Playa Mazatlan
Rooms were clean and all staff people were very welcoming.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort
Too much sun, no garden! Breakfast buffet too expensive and food was not that great. Coffee was bad. Very little selection on side dishes. Service needs to improve. Didn’t like the bracelets too wide! We love the view from our balcony.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gabriel Leyva
Centro Historico
If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ferrocarrilera
While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Fisherman's Monument.
Stone Island
Though Stone Island may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.
Playa del Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Playa del Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado.
Balcones de Loma Linda
Balcones de Loma Linda might not have many top sights, but Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
