Playa del Sur 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.
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.
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
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch
Top hotels in Playa del Sur
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
"Pool was fine one was under construction make the other full. No view of the ocean or pool"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Varali Grand Hotel
"The outdoor infinity pool was tiny maybe 15 feet by 20 ft. The kiddie pool was really part of it and adults and kids were all together in basically a wading pool 3 ft deep. Usually super crowded with 10 people or more. Yeah our room faced the ocean and the malicon but forget ocean sounds. People ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort
"The outdoor pool had the best view, very friendly staff, and the room was very clean and bright."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Viaggio Resort Mazatlán
"Staff was great. Hotel is new and has potential. But, they do allow buses of tourist from south of Mexico to stay there. We were there 6 nights and almost 5 of those nights the pool was not accessible due to the amount of people. Hotels should really notify when they accept tour buses."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan - All Inclusive
"They didn't give us the room I had chosen online."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Palms Resort of Mazatlan
"Absolutely gorgeous, everything was clean. Parking was a little busy but other then that all was good."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playa del Sur
Cerro del Vigia
Travellers like the historical sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Observatory 1873 is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Centro Historico
If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Balcones de Loma Linda
While visiting Balcones de Loma Linda, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento Mujer Mazalteca and La Cueva Del Diablo.
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.
Ferrocarrilera
While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Los Pinos Beach.
