El Cid Travel Guide
Mazatlán
Popular places to visit
The Mazatlan Malecón
After visiting The Mazatlan Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mazatlán. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Olas Altas Beach
Look on as surfers and boogie boarders ride the waves, or take to the water yourself, and enjoy picturesque sunsets from waterfront bars at this centrally located beach.
Cerritos Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cerritos Beach during your travels in Marina Mazatlan? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Plaza Machado
Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.
Witches Beach
Swim, surf big waves and work on your tan at this beautiful and quiet beach located along Mexico's Pacific shoreline.
El Faro Lighthouse
Hike to this hilltop lighthouse, located on one of the area’s highest points, to enjoy a superb bird’s-eye view of Mazatlán’s beaches, Old Town and peninsula.
Things to do
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Mazatlán: Beach & Jungle ATV Tour w/ Lunch & Tequila Tasting
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
Top hotels in El Cid
Viaggio Resort Mazatlán
I liked that the room was clean and the ocean view was a plus! I did not like the our room was not ready when we got there even tho it was way after check in time around 4:30 pm and took another 45minutes to an hour for our room to be ready. Also did not like the fact that we were told we could not ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Varali Grand Hotel
I went venue/ hotel shopping for my wedding and I was empress with varali it will definitely be my top recommendation for my wedding guest only thing I didn’t like is having to wait 45 plus minutes for their breakfast buffet that’s open to the public. We were told guest have priority but we still ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan
Very nice
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
Clean room as expected
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hotel Playa Mazatlan
Vission on the balcony in the morning the best 1 night only some inprovment. Coffee needs creamer bigger cups l and lids showers suck nowhere to have shampo but on thr floor accomedatons beed higher end inprovment
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Courtyard By Marriott Mazatlan Beach Resort
Todo estuvo muy bien, ninguna queja.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Cid
Marina el Cid
While there might not be top attractions in Marina el Cid, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cerritos Beach and Playa Brujas.
Las Gaviotas
While there might not be top attractions in Las Gaviotas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Cid Country Club Golf Course and Sea Shell City Museum.
Zona Dorada
Travellers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum.
Lomas de Mazatlán
While visiting Lomas de Mazatlán, you might make a stop by sights like MonteCarlo Casino and Caverna del Diablo.
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 Witches Beach.
Francisco Villa
When in Francisco Villa, you can plan a visit to El Cid Country Club Golf Course and Teodoro Mariscal Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
