Mazatlán travel guide
Mazatlán Tourism | Mazatlán Guide
You're Going to Love Mazatlán
With a population of 354,717, Mazatlán is a must-see destination in Sinaloa, Mexico. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 9 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mazatlán has to offer.
Where to Eat in Mazatlán
If you’re looking for affordable options, TOTORU (Av. Camaron Sabalo 1093) and San Juan Leñero Asador - Mazatlan (Av. de la Marina 6107) are great picks.
When to visit Mazatlán
How to Get to Mazatlán
Plane
When flying to Mazatlán, you’ll arrive at Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna (MZT), which is located 16 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Mazatlán from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 3h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Mazatlán is to pick up a car rental from Puerto Vallarta, which is about 310 km from Mazatlán. You’ll find branches of MEXRENTACAR and Fox, among others, in Puerto Vallarta.
Airports near Mazatlán
Airlines serving Mazatlán
Where to stay in Mazatlán
Average rates range from around C$ 115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 211 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Margaritas and Hotel Essen's. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mazatlán, with prices from C$ 30 to C$ 1,259 per night. Mazatlan Historic Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mazatlán are about 32% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mazatlán
Most booked hotels in Mazatlán
Renting a car in Mazatlán
Renting a car in Mazatlán costs C$ 21 per day, on average, or C$ 190 if you want to rent it for 9 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna.
Expect to pay C$ 2.24 per litre in Mazatlán (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 26.85 and C$ 35.79.
Best car rental deals in Mazatlán
Supplier choice
5 adults, 5 Bags
C$ 12/day
Standard
5 adults, 3 Bags
C$ 13/day