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3-star hotels in Mazatlan
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Mazatlan, from all-inclusive beachfront resorts on Calzada Camaron Sabalo to small city hotels on Avenida Del Mar and a historic property in the Centro Histórico. It is for travellers who want a pool, a beach nearby and a straightforward base without reaching higher up the star ratings.
Staying in Mazatlan
Mazatlan is a Pacific port city where the seafront sets the rhythm. The malecón runs 8 kilometres along the coast, made for sunset walks or bike rides, and the open-air pulmonía is the local way to move between the beach district and the old town. The sea carries real surf and warning flags are frequent; for calmer water, a short boat hop reaches Isla de la Piedra. Almost every hotel here sits on the coastal strip. Calzada Camaron Sabalo and Avenida Camaron Sabalo in the Zona Dorada hold Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive, Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada, Luna Palace Hotel and Suites, Costa De Oro Beach Hotel and Quality Inn Mazatlan, with Azteca Inn just off it on Avenida Playa Gaviotas. Avenida Del Mar and its side streets carry Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa, Hotel Sands Arenas, Hotel Essen's and Hotel Las Jacarandas. Further north on Avenida Sabalo Cerritos are Villas El Rancho, Torres Mazatlan Condominiums and Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor, and Best Western Posada Freeman stands on Avenida Olas Altas in the Centro Histórico. Couples and families gravitate to the beachfront places with pools and kids' pools; business travellers have a cluster of hotels with business centres and fitness rooms; short-break visitors may prefer the Centro Histórico address.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive
Calzada Camaron Sabalo, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAn all-inclusive base on Calzada Camaron Sabalo with a beach within easy reach and a garden alongside the pools. Meals are covered by dinner and bar-snack service, and the fitness centre plus aerobics and entertainment activities keep days full; horse riding is also on offer. Family rooms and a 24-hour front desk suit households and guests who want everything arranged on site.
See Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All InclusiveBest Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada
Av. Camaron Sabalo No. 777, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereOn Avenida Camaron Sabalo in the Zona Dorada, this Best Western pairs a beach setting with breakfast and buffet service and a bar-snack café. Express check-in, a business centre with copy service and concierge support make it practical for travellers mixing work with the coast. Free wifi, free parking and family rooms add convenience for drivers and groups.
See Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona DoradaAzteca Inn
Av. Playa Gaviotas No. 307, Mazatlan
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereA compact Av. Playa Gaviotas address with an outdoor pool, restaurant and lounge, plus free wifi and free parking. Currency exchange and car rental service are handled at the desk, and non-smoking rooms, housekeeping and 24-hour security cover the basics. It fits guests who want a simple, well-run base near the beach.
See Azteca InnOlas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa
Avenida Del Mar, 719 Colonia Estadio, Mazatlan
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAvenida Del Mar location with a gymnasium, jacuzzi and kids pool, so both fitness-minded guests and families find something on site. Breakfast can be taken in the room, and a business centre with copy service and concierge helps those working on the road. Currency exchange, free wifi and free parking round out an easy stay.
See Olas Altas Inn Hotel & SpaCity Express by Marriott Mazatlán
Av. Del Toreo 90 Esq. Rafael Buelna, Mazatlan
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereA practical base on Avenida Del Toreo, close to the Rafael Buelna corner, with free parking and free wifi that make it easy to settle in quickly. An outdoor pool and garden give you somewhere to unwind after a day out, and the fitness center suits guests who like to keep moving. Business travelers have a business center and banquet space on hand, while the 24-hour front desk and room service cover late arrivals.
See City Express by Marriott MazatlánHotel Sands Arenas
Avenida Del Mar 1910, Mazatlan
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet on Avenida Del Mar with the beach nearby, this is a straightforward choice for travelers who want the sand within reach and a pool back at the hotel. An on-site restaurant and room service mean meals are simple, and the jacuzzi adds an easy way to relax. Free parking and free wifi round out the essentials.
See Hotel Sands ArenasBest Western Posada Freeman
Av Olas Altas 79 Sur Centro Historico, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereIn the Centro Historico on Av Olas Altas, this hotel puts you in the old quarter with the beach nearby. Breakfast is served and there is a bar and café for later in the day, plus an outdoor pool. Family rooms and a games room make it workable for groups traveling together, and free parking and free wifi keep the practical side covered.
See Best Western Posada FreemanLuna Palace Hotel and Suites
Ave Camaron Sabalo S N Zona Dorada, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSuites in the Zona Dorada on Ave Camaron Sabalo with kitchen and kitchenette facilities, a garden and a kids pool, well suited to families and longer stays. Beach access is close by, and concierge, currency exchange and express check-in smooth the arrival. Balconies, family rooms, free wifi and free parking add to the appeal.
See Luna Palace Hotel and SuitesVillas El Rancho
Av. Sabalo Cerritos 3170, Mazatlan
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereOn Av. Sabalo Cerritos, Villas El Rancho leans into the outdoors: a private beach, an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a playground for younger guests. Active travelers can use the volleyball court, go diving or surfing, or hire bicycles. A restaurant, bar and picnic area cover meals and downtime, and the garden and terrace add space to spread out.
See Villas El RanchoTorres Mazatlan Condominiums
Av Sabalo Cerritos, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereApartments on Av Sabalo Cerritos with a kitchen, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher, so self-catering is genuinely possible. Family rooms and a sofa bed help fit everyone in, and the balcony and terrace open things up. Guests have an outdoor pool, a sauna and a jacuzzi, and pets are allowed. The sea is part of the setting and the beach is nearby.
See Torres Mazatlan CondominiumsPark Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor
Av. Sabalo Cerritos No. 3110, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereA large Accor-managed property on Av. Sabalo Cerritos with a garden, an outdoor pool and a fitness center, plus breakfast and dinner served on site. Family rooms and a bar and café make it comfortable for both couples and households, and the 24-hour front desk, free parking and free wifi handle the basics. The beach is nearby.
See Park Royal Mazatlan managed by AccorCosta De Oro Beach Hotel
Av. Camaron Sabalo No. 710 Zona Dorada, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereSet on Avenida Camarón Sábalo in the Zona Dorada, this 3-star hotel puts the beach close at hand and adds family-friendly features such as family rooms and a kids pool. Guests have both bars and a bar/snack café for drinks, plus buffet dining and a garden; kitchenettes and kitchen facilities in the accommodation suit longer stays. Free Wifi and free car parking keep the practical side covered, and a 24-hour front desk, security and entertainment activities round out the offering. A solid choice for families and travellers wanting a lively beachside base.
See Costa De Oro Beach HotelQuality Inn Mazatlan
Bugambilias 100 Zona Dorada, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereOn Bugambilias in the Zona Dorada, Quality Inn Mazatlan combines 3-star comfort with a fitness centre and gymnasium, an outdoor pool and a business centre, so it works for both leisure and work trips. Rooms come with air conditioning and balconies, non-smoking rooms are available, and pets are allowed. Free Wifi and free car parking are included, and a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry service cover the details. Good for travellers who want to keep up a routine while staying near the beach district.
See Quality Inn MazatlanHotel Essen's
Avenida Del Mar 900 Colonia Flamingos, Mazatlan
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereOn Avenida del Mar, Hotel Essen's has an outdoor pool and terrace along with sea and lake outlooks. Family rooms and a bar make it easy for groups, and the concierge can help with plans. Free wifi, parking and a 24-hour front desk cover the practical side, with a lift for upper floors.
See Hotel Essen'sHotel Las Jacarandas
Avenida Del Mar 2500, Mazatlan
Best for: Pool and spa · Step-free access
- Outdoor pool
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel Las Jacarandas sits on Avenida Del Mar, a straightforward 3-star base with the essentials for a Mazatlán stay. An outdoor pool and garden give guests space to unwind, a restaurant covers meals on site, and free Wifi keeps you connected. Lifts, luggage storage and a safe add convenience, while wheelchair-accessible facilities and a 24-hour front desk make arrival and movement easy. It suits travellers who prefer a simple, quiet setup with a pool and dining in the building.
See Hotel Las Jacarandas
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Azteca Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| City Express by Marriott Mazatlán | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Hotel Sands Arenas | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Best Western Posada Freeman | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Luna Palace Hotel and Suites | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Villas El Rancho | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Torres Mazatlan Condominiums | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Costa De Oro Beach Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Quality Inn Mazatlan | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Hotel Essen's | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Hotel Las Jacarandas | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels are built around children and easy days. Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive, Luna Palace Hotel and Suites, Costa De Oro Beach Hotel and Villas El Rancho all have a kids pool, and most add family rooms and a garden; Villas El Rancho also has a playground and a volleyball court. Torres Mazatlan Condominiums brings family rooms, a kitchen and a terrace.
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive · Luna Palace Hotel and Suites · Costa De Oro Beach Hotel · Villas El Rancho · Torres Mazatlan Condominiums
For couples
Best Western Posada Freeman puts you in the Centro Histórico on Avenida Olas Altas, with a bar, an outdoor pool and the beach nearby. Hotel Sands Arenas and Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor add a Jacuzzi and a fitness centre respectively, while Villas El Rancho offers a quieter garden setting and a private beach.
Best Western Posada Freeman · Hotel Sands Arenas · Villas El Rancho · Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor
For business travellers
Each of these has a business centre and free Wifi. Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada and Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa add concierge and dry cleaning, City Express by Marriott Mazatlán has a fitness centre and lifts, and Quality Inn Mazatlan combines a gymnasium with an outdoor pool for the end of the working day.
Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada · Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa · City Express by Marriott Mazatlán · Quality Inn Mazatlan
For a beach base
All of these list the beach as nearby, and most sit on Camaron Sabalo in the Zona Dorada. Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive and Costa De Oro Beach Hotel have entertainment activities, Luna Palace Hotel and Suites and Costa De Oro Beach Hotel have kitchenettes, and Azteca Inn keeps things simple with an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive · Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada · Azteca Inn · Luna Palace Hotel and Suites · Costa De Oro Beach Hotel · Villas El Rancho
Where to stay in Mazatlan
Zona Dorada
The Zona Dorada is the classic beach holiday district: sand at the door, a pool, and a family crowd. Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive, Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada, Luna Palace Hotel and Suites, Costa De Oro Beach Hotel and Quality Inn Mazatlan all stand on Camaron Sabalo here, with Azteca Inn a street away.
Our picks here: Luna Palace Hotel and Suites · Costa De Oro Beach Hotel · Quality Inn Mazatlan
Avenida Del Mar
Avenida Del Mar runs along the seafront toward the Centro and Olas Altas, where travellers find plazas, cafés and local life with the city beach across the road. Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa, Hotel Sands Arenas, Hotel Essen's and Hotel Las Jacarandas all have addresses on this avenue, each with an outdoor pool.
Our picks here: Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa · Hotel Sands Arenas · Hotel Essen's · Hotel Las Jacarandas
Sabalo Cerritos
North along Avenida Sabalo Cerritos, Villas El Rancho, Torres Mazatlan Condominiums and Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor form a quieter, more residential stretch of the coast, away from the density of the Zona Dorada and still on the beach side of the city.
Our picks here: Villas El Rancho · Torres Mazatlan Condominiums · Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor
Centro Historico
The Centro Histórico is where the plazas, cafés and local life are, with the city beach across the road at Olas Altas. Best Western Posada Freeman has its address on Avenida Olas Altas here, an outdoor pool and a bar, and it is 15-20 minutes by pulmonía from the Zona Dorada.
Our picks here: Best Western Posada Freeman
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The open-air pulmonía is the local way around, and the Zona Dorada and the Centro Histórico sit 15-20 minutes apart by one, so you can stay in one district and visit the other easily. Agree the fare before boarding. The malecón gives you 8 kilometres for sunset walks or bike rides along the coast. The sea has real surf and frequent warning flags; for calm swimming, take the short boat hop to Isla de la Piedra. Several hotels on this list offer car rental service and free car parking if you prefer to drive yourselves.
When to go
Mazatlan's seafront is the plan whatever the season, and the sea decides a lot of it: the surf is real here and warning flags are frequent, so swimmers may prefer the short boat hop to Isla de la Piedra for calm water. Sunset is the best hour for the malecón's 8 kilometres on foot or by bike, and the pulmonía is the way to move between the Zona Dorada and the Centro Histórico afterwards.
Questions, answered
Should I stay in the Zona Dorada or the Centro Histórico?
The Zona Dorada suits a classic beach holiday: sand at the door, a pool and a family crowd. The Centro and Olas Altas suit travellers who want plazas, cafés and local life with the city beach across the road.
How do I get between the beach and the old town?
By pulmonía, the open-air local taxi. The Zona Dorada and the Centro Histórico sit 15-20 minutes apart by one. Agree the fare before boarding.
Which hotels have a pool?
Azteca Inn, Hotel Sands Arenas, City Express by Marriott Mazatlán, Best Western Posada Freeman, Villas El Rancho, Torres Mazatlan Condominiums, Quality Inn Mazatlan, Hotel Essen's and Hotel Las Jacarandas all list an outdoor pool; several also have a kids pool.
Which hotels are good for families?
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive, Luna Palace Hotel and Suites, Costa De Oro Beach Hotel and Villas El Rancho have a kids pool, and most of them list family rooms. Villas El Rancho adds a playground and a volleyball court.
Can I park at these hotels?
Yes. Most of the hotels on this list, including Hotel Riu Emerald Bay All Inclusive, Azteca Inn, Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa and Park Royal Mazatlan managed by Accor, offer free car parking.
Which hotels have a business centre?
Best Western Hotel Posada Freeman Zona Dorada, Olas Altas Inn Hotel & Spa, City Express by Marriott Mazatlán, Best Western Posada Freeman, Villas El Rancho and Quality Inn Mazatlan all list a business centre, and all of them offer free Wifi.
Which hotel is in the Centro Histórico?
Best Western Posada Freeman, on Avenida Olas Altas 79 Sur in the Centro Histórico, with an outdoor pool, a bar and the beach nearby.