Playa del Sur
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 carefree 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 Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Mazatlan: Old Town Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Top hotels in Playa del Sur
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
"Great Like always this is our four time in this hotel and we love it."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Varali Grand Hotel
"El hotel es excelente, con muy buena ubicación, muy cerca a las letras de Mazatlan. Te recomiendo reservar cuarto con vista al MAR no te vas a arrepentir, vale la pena pagar un poco mas. El area de el alberca es de lo mejor con el agua calentita lo cual nos encantó, y la vista hacia el mar y el malecón ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort
"Really nice and clean property gym and pool are amazing!"
Reviewed on May 28, 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 May 14, 2026
Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan - All Inclusive
"Amazing! It is now our mission to visit all of their resorts!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
The Palms Resort of Mazatlan
"El hote está super bonito con vista al mar, solo que me gustaría que la hora del cierre en la alberca sea mas noche"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playa del Sur
Cerro del Vigia
Travelers like the historic 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 is 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 neighborhood.
Centro Historico
While visiting Centro Historico, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.
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
While Stone Island isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Los Pinos Beach.
