Downtown Mazatlan

Mazatlán

Olas Altas Beach showing views, a gorge or canyon and a sunset
Plaza Machado which includes cafe scenes
Immaculate Conception Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral and a square or plaza
Plaza Machado featuring markets and night scenes as well as a small group of people
Downtown Mazatlan

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 which includes rugged coastline, night scenes and markets

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.

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

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.

Plaza Machado
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market featuring food and markets

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.

Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Immaculate Conception Cathedral showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Divers Point featuring general coastal views, rocky coastline and views

Divers Point

Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.

Divers Point

Things to do

Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

P1,934
per adult
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour

BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour

P5,613
per adult
BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour
Heart of the Golden Zone

Day Pass at Mazatlan Beach Front Resort with Lunch

P3,373
per adult
Day Pass at Mazatlan Beach Front Resort with Lunch
Mazatlán city tour

Mazatlán city tour

P3,381
per adult
Mazatlán city tour
Mazatlan Cathedral

Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia

P2,396
per adult
Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia
Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi

Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi

P4,520
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi
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Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan

Hotel La Siesta Malecón

Hotel La Siesta Malecón

3 out of 5
Olas Altas #11, Historic Center, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is P2,952 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P2,952
P3,512 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (856 reviews)
"Extremely noisy in the summer with Malecón auto and pedestrian traffic, water temperature is warm ~85 degrees, crowds settle down after October. Winter is great time to visit, however sea water is a bit cooler. Bed was great, if you like a firm mattress, internet, ok, not great! Access relatively ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hotel La Siesta Malecón
Casa Barros Vacation Condos

Casa Barros Vacation Condos

4 out of 5
114 Circunvalación Cerro del Vigía, Mazatlán, Sin.
The price is P1,943 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P1,943
P5,088 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star condo in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
"The blankets were pretty dirty, and don’t have enough things to clean, but nice place!"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Best Western Posada Freeman

Best Western Posada Freeman

3 out of 5
Av Olas Altas 79 Sur, Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is P4,864 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,864
P5,788 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (957 reviews)
"Beds were too hard. Breakfast wasn’t fresh and refilled regularly. Views and location are amazing."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Best Western Posada Freeman
Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only

Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Olas Atlas No. 16 Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is P7,998 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,998
P9,517 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
"Very nice room with ocean view, Huge bathroom. All quite stylish and very well located in the old town. Priced higher than average but very much worth the extra $$."

Reviewed on May 20, 2025

Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only
Hotel Raíces de Mar

Hotel Raíces de Mar

3.5 out of 5
512 Sixto Osuna Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is P3,627 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P3,627
P4,316 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"My stay at Hotel Raíces de Mar completely met my expectations for a boutique hotel right in the Plazuela Machada. The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was perfect! The small soaking pool was refreshing and I enjoyed exploring el Centro from the doorstep."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Hotel Raíces de Mar
Hotel México Mazatlán

Hotel México Mazatlán

2 out of 5
Calle México 201. Colonia centro, Mazatlán
The price is P3,053 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P3,053
P3,633 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and housekeeping. Popular attractions The Mazatlan Malecón and Plaza Machado are located ...
Hotel México Mazatlán
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mazatlan

Mazatlan featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

Centro Historico

While visiting Centro Historico, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.

Centro Historico
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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.

Playa del Sur
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Balcones de Loma Linda

Though Balcones de Loma Linda might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado.

Balcones de Loma Linda
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Cerro del Vigia

Travelers like the historic sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Old Spanish Fort is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cerro del Vigia
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Stone Island

While Stone Island isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stone Island
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Ferrocarrilera

While Ferrocarrilera might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa Norte and Fisherman's Monument.

Ferrocarrilera

Downtown Mazatlan