Mazatlán travel guide

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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 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mazatlán has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Mazatlán

If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurante Casa 46 (Calle Constitución #79 Centro Histórico) and La Marea (Camino Observatorio #11 cerro de Vigía.) are great picks.

When to visit Mazatlán

Mazatlán in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mazatlán in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 101
1 night at 3-star hotel

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 Vancouver and takes around 4h 35m.

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 America Car Rental and Europcar, among others, in Puerto Vallarta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mazatlán, including Elite Select, Tufesa and ACN Autobuses. From Durango, the bus ride to Mazatlán takes 351 km and will cost you around C$ 102. From Guayabo, the ticket costs about C$ 87 for a journey of 370 km. The most popular bus station is Mazatlán Bus station, located 2.9 km from downtown Mazatlán. Mazatlán Rincón De Uria is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

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 Vancouver and takes around 4h 35m.

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 America Car Rental and Europcar, among others, in Puerto Vallarta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mazatlán, including Elite Select, Tufesa and ACN Autobuses. From Durango, the bus ride to Mazatlán takes 351 km and will cost you around C$ 102. From Guayabo, the ticket costs about C$ 87 for a journey of 370 km. The most popular bus station is Mazatlán Bus station, located 2.9 km from downtown Mazatlán. Mazatlán Rincón De Uria is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Mazatlán

Airlines serving Mazatlán

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,407 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Viva
Good (785 reviews)
Volaris
Good (1,174 reviews)
TAR Aerolíneas
Good (2 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mazatlán

Average rates range from around C$ 130 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 194 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$ 29 to C$ 1,565 per night. Marina Mazatlan is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mazatlán are about 43% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mazatlán

Most booked hotels in Mazatlán

Viaggio Resort Mazatlan
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 104+
Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 278+
Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 298+
Park Inn By Radisson Mazatlan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 89+
Don Pelayo Pacific Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 60+
Doubletree by Hilton Mazatlan
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+

Renting a car in Mazatlán

Renting a car in Mazatlán costs C$ 13 per day, on average, or C$ 106 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

Expect to pay C$ 1.74 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$ 20.77 and C$ 27.69.

Renting a car in Mazatlán costs C$ 13 per day, on average, or C$ 106 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

Expect to pay C$ 1.74 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$ 20.77 and C$ 27.69.

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