Hotel Playa Mazatlán is a large beachfront hotel on Avenida Playa Gaviotas in the Zona Dorada, rated 8.4 by more than a thousand guests. It is a classic resort in the Mexican Pacific style, with five outdoor pools, a children's pool, an adults-only pool and hot tub area, a swim-up bar and a beach bar. Guest information lists eight restaurants and six bars or lounges, a spa, a gym and a sauna, plus a free children's club, an arcade and a zipline on the property. Rooms range from standard garden-view and ocean-view rooms with a king bed or two doubles to deluxe and luxury rooms with sea views. All-inclusive rate plans are offered, as well as room-only and non-refundable rates, so prices vary a lot. It is a good value for families and groups who want a lively resort atmosphere and plenty to do without leaving the grounds.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits in the Zona Dorada, about three minutes on foot from the Sea Shell City Museum and five from Punta Camarón Beach. The Malecón is around eight minutes on foot and Playa Sábalo about fourteen. The airport is roughly 34 minutes away, and the old town needs a taxi or tour pickup. Many restaurants are within a few minutes' walk.
Rooms and facilities
Standard rooms are modest in size, around 269 square feet, so choose a deluxe or ocean-view category if you want more space or a sea view. Free Wi-Fi is included, along with a tour desk, a gift shop and a 24-hour front desk. The booking details list free self parking, though it also mentions limited on-site parking, so confirm when you book.
Who it suits and good to know: families, groups and travellers who like a busy, social resort. Breakfast is served at the on-site restaurants but is not stated as included in standard rates, so check whether you want an all-inclusive plan. A recent review described the property as showing wear and reported mould in one room, so read recent reviews, request a refreshed room if needed and inspect on arrival. Children under 12 need adult supervision in the pools.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront resort
- ✓Five outdoor pools
- ✓Adults-only pool and hot tub
- ✓Swim-up bar and beach bar
- ✓Spa, gym and sauna
- ✓Free children's club
- ✓Zipline on site
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Is Hotel Playa Mazatlán all-inclusive?+
All-inclusive rate plans are available, alongside room-only rates. Check which plan you are booking and what it covers.
Is it near the old town?+
No, it is in the Zona Dorada, so you will need a taxi or tour pickup for the Historic Center. The Malecón is about eight minutes on foot.
Is parking available?+
The booking details mention free self parking but also limited on-site parking, so confirm with the hotel when you reserve.
