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Visiting Mazatlan, Mexico


It's tempting to spend your entire Mazatlan vacation on the beach, but venturing out is worth the effort. Stroll through Old Mazatlan to explore the hundreds of national historic landmarks. Dine on local specialties al fresco in the charming Plaza Mechado. Visit Stone Island for activities ranging from riding banana boats to resting in hammocks. For a scenic round, tee off at top-rated Estrella del Mar. Later, enjoy the bustling nightlife of Mazatlan's lively bars, dance clubs and music venues.
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Weather

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Monthly Averages
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Nov
83°F 28°C
61°F 16°C
2 in 4 cm
Dec
79°F 26°C
53°F 11°C
2 in 5 cm
Jan
78°F 25°C
51°F 10°C
8 in 20 cm
Feb
77°F 25°C
51°F 10°C
2 in 6 cm
Mar
79°F 26°C
52°F 11°C
3 in 7 cm
Apr
81°F 27°C
56°F 13°C
1 in 3 cm
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Saturday
Nov 21
Hi:
84°F 28°C
Lo:
64°F 17°C
Sunday
Nov 22
Hi:
86°F 30°C
Lo:
66°F 18°C
Monday
Nov 23
Hi:
82°F 27°C
Lo:
66°F 18°C

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Hotel Playa Mazatlan

5 of 5 stars
Bay area
Nov 20, 2009

I stayed at the Playa Mazatlan Nov 13-18...I had not stayed there since 2000. I have family that was born and raised there (in laws) and they have been coming to this hotel since the 70s. I can tell...more

Twisted Mama's. Restaurant & Bar

5 of 5 stars
spokane wa.
Nov 19, 2009

fish&chips were great. margritas were excellent. fast friendly service. had a great time. more

Ginger's Bilingual Horses

4 of 5 stars
Sherwood Park
Nov 18, 2009

We rode on a holiday monday in MAzatlan and the beach was very busy, and with four young kids the horses were great and the guide Rafal was wonderful. He helped us though some of the more crowed area...more

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