| Page Views: 3,352 Last Visit to Mazatlán: December, 1988 | Mazatlan Mexico by Kimberlyann by KimberlyAnn - last update: Aug 9, 2004 |
| Sunrise Over Mazatlan Harbor |
Mazatlan, meaning "land of the deer" in the ancient Nahuatl language, is a Mexican resort area with 10 miles of beautiful white sand beaches, a festive atmosphere, and many tourist orientated activities to make your stay a fun one. Although this is one of Mexico's most popular vacation destinations, it is also the largest port in Mexico, giving it an economy, which is also independent of the tourist industry. Leave the tourist "Golden Zone" and you will find that life in this city is lived in the old-Mexico style: in the markets, the churches, and the shady plazas scattered throughout the city's neighborhoods. Since Mazatlan was a bustling city long before it discovered that it could also be a beach resort, Mazatlan is a little less touristy than some of the other popular Mexican beachfront tourist communities. The city is divided into two areas. The north is the Golden Zone, where most of the hotels and restaurants are located. The south is the downtown where the heart of the city is. These two areas are connected by Avenue Del Mar, also known as the Malecon, which is a scenic beachfront avenue.
Please note: I have tried to research this information as much as possible, so these pages have been updated as of 2003. |
|  | The Playa Hotel We had a pleasant stay at the Playa. It was nicely laid out and landscaped beautifully. This photo shows the stairway to the Playa's open-air restaurant. |
| | We enjoyed this view each day as we ate our meals at the Playa's outdoor dining area. |
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| Pros: | "Warm, sunny, beautiful sandy beaches." | | Cons: | "Beach can be crowded, beggars on the street." |
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starship Tue Sep 26, 2006 15:41 UTC
Excellent page with very well written and very informative tips. Your warning tips are especially helpful. Looks like a natural, beautiful place. | BluBluBlu Wed Jun 28, 2006 22:33 UTC
Looks like a nice spot...good tips Anne! Blu | kyoub Sun Dec 11, 2005 10:26 UTC
Mazatlan looks very inviting, especially this time of year. Lovely photos and tips. | katmai Wed Nov 9, 2005 07:53 UTC
Thanks for sharing your experiences and tips. They will be useful on my trip there for the 1st time. You made it appear bright and beautiful. |
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