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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mazatlán has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurante Casa 46 (Calle Constitución #79 Centro Histórico) and Los Arcos - Mazatlán (Av. Camaron Sabalo No. 1019) are great picks.
When flying to Mazatlán, you’ll arrive at Mazatlán Gen Rafael Buelna (MZT), which is located 16 km from the city centre.
Another option to get to Mazatlán is to pick up a car hire from Puerto Vallarta, which is about 310 km from Mazatlán. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Mas By Mex, among others, in Puerto Vallarta.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mazatlán, including PrimeraPlus, ACN Autobuses and Autobuses TIM. From Guadalajara, the bus ride to Mazatlán takes 700 km and will cost you around $213. From León, the ticket costs about $308 for a journey of 1006 km. The most popular bus station is Mazatlán Bus station, located 2.9 km from the city centre of Mazatlán. Mazatlán Rincón De Uria is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.
Average rates range from around $250 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $311 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Margaritas and Hotel La Siesta. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mazatlán, with prices from $40 to $917 per night. Marina Mazatlan is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mazatlán are about 33% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Expect to pay $2.40 per litre in Mazatlán (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.80 and $38.40. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mazatlán, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.