What is Zona Dorada like?

Travellers love the Zona Dorada neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Punta Camaron Beach and Playa Sábalo as part of your Zona Dorada travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Zona Dorada?

Based on our traveller data, Sunset Palace Beach Hotel - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay in Zona Dorada. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Viaggio Resort Mazatlán and The Palms Resort of Mazatlan .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Zona Dorada?

If you're searching for places to stay in Mazatlán, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 335 Zona Dorada hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zona Dorada, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Zona Dorada.

What is there to do around this Mazatlán neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at Punta Camaron Beach or Playa Sábalo while you're in Zona Dorada. Sea Shell City Museum and MonteCarlo Casino are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Casino del Rey, El Cid Country Club Golf Course and Mazatlán Letters are just a few of the places to visit in and around Zona Dorada. Monument to the Family and Caverna del Diablo are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Mazatlán.

Top 10 Zona Dorada Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Zona Dorada hotels

A wooden deck leading to a infinity pool with a view of the sea and a distant island.

1. Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort

Zona Dorada

Hugo

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A spacious indoor area with large windows overlooking a beach, furnished with wooden chairs and tables, and decorated with wicker hanging lights.

2. Viaggio Resort Mazatlán

Zona Dorada

Ramon

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A large conference room with rows of white chairs, a stage with a podium, and a presentation screen.

3. El Cid El Moro Beach Hotel - All Inclusive

Zona Dorada

Mariana

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A pool with a view of the sea and mountains during sunset.

4. Holiday Inn Resort Mazatlan by IHG

Zona Dorada

Trinidad

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A resort pool with a sunset view, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a building in the background.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

Linda

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape.

6. One Mazatlán

Zona Dorada

Maria

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A resort pool with clear turquoise water, surrounded by rocks and palm trees, overlooking a beach and ocean.

7. Hotel Playa Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

Milton

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

8. The Palms Resort of Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

Roman

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A woman in a black swimsuit walking in a clear pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

9. Costa De Oro Beach Hotel

Zona Dorada

Nels

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A resort pool area with a bridge, palm trees, and a restaurant.

10. Gaviana Resort

Zona Dorada

Lorena

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a view of the ocean, and a building labeled 'COSTA' in the background.

11. Royal Villas Resort

Zona Dorada

maricela

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window offering a view of the sea and mountains.

12. Sunvivia by Fiesta Americana Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

JANETT

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A balcony with two wooden lounge chairs, a small table with a pitcher, and a view of a body of water and hills.

13. Emporio Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

Carlos

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A kitchen with a microwave, a blender, and a sink.

14. Isla Venados Renta Vacacional

Zona Dorada

Samuel Antonio

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A balcony with a view of the sea and a sunset.

15. SUITES LAS FLORES BEACH MAZATLAN

Zona Dorada

Andrea

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A golf course with a pond, palm trees, and a clubhouse in the background.

16. El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel

Zona Dorada

Lupita

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows.

17. Ocean View Beach Hotel

Zona Dorada

Luis Romeo

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern infinity pool with a waterfall feature, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

18. Fiesta Inn Mazatlán

Zona Dorada

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

19. Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan - All Inclusive

Zona Dorada

ELENA

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a geometric tile pattern, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

20. Quality Inn Mazatlan

Zona Dorada

Rodolfo

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Zona Dorada

Property	Property class	Guest rating
El Cid Marina Beach Hotel - All Inclusive	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
Fiesta Inn Mazatlán	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 607 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Resort Mazatlan by IHG	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,498 reviews	View
One Mazatlán	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 675 reviews	View

Where to stay in Zona Dorada

Find the best Zona Dorada areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Cerritos

While visiting Cerritos, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Brujas and Mazagua Aquatic Park.

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Centro Historico

If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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El Cid

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of El Cid. You might consider stopping by El Cid Country Club Golf Course while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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A sandy beach with people walking and standing, waves crashing onto the shore, and a city skyline with tall buildings in the background.

Marina Mazatlan

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Marina Mazatlan. You might want to make time for a stop at Cerritos Beach or Playa Brujas.

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Downtown Mazatlan

Downtown Mazatlan is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Plaza Machado or Olas Altas Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Top Zona Dorada Hotel Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Omg! Where to even begin? From the moment you step in, everything was super. This views, amazing! Breathtaking! Infinity pool! Beach access to hire la banda and have a good time. I would definitely be staying here in the future. Clean room, super nice staff! The ac was cold blasting! Amazing coming from the Texas heat, it was a must. There is nothing that I could say that could possibly have been bad."