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The area
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Restaurants
346 within 3 miles
Panamá
2,124
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Mexican • Latin
Restaurante Condimento
336
0.3 mi$ • Mexican • Latin • Cafe
Pinups Fun & Grill
154
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
F.I.S.H
616
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Bar • Seafood
Mary's
512
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Pancho's
2,028
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Lucky B's
374
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • American • Bar
Rico's Café
502
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Gus y Gus Restaurant
448
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Margaritas Restaurant Bar & Grill
232
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Bar • Seafood
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Attractions
59 within 6 miles
Mazagua
112
0.3 miWater Parks
Playa Las Gaviotas
57
0.3 miBeaches
El Cid El Moro Beach
302
0.5 miBeach & Pool Clubs
Baluarte Bridge
215
1.1 miBridges
Observatorio 1873
240
Observation Decks & Towers
Angela Peralta Theater (Teatro Angela Peralta)
476
Historic Sites • Bodies of Water
Plaza Machado
2,130
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Malecón de Mazatlán
2,786
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Catedral Mazatlán Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
1,139
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
Old Mazatlan
999
Neighborhoods
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Popular mentions
4.0
478 reviews
Excellent
212
Very good
152
Average
79
Poor
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Terrible
14
AlliePearce23
Vancouver, Canada78 contributions
Too touristy
Jan 2020
I wasn't impressed. Too many vendors trying to sell you stuff, though they usually don’t persist if you say no. Every taxi asked us if we wanted a ride, which got annoying. The area seemed pretty rundown. Also, though there are a lot of restaurants, there is little variety, and I had a hard time finding a place that I wasn't a seafood place, that being said, the public beaches are nice, but I personally liked the beach at my resort better, and the area is safe for tourists, but I felt pretty safe in all parts of Mazatlan.
Written January 11, 2020
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Dianne Annala
Vancouver Island, Canada9 contributions
Couples get Away
Feb 2023
We walked in the golden zone daily. Felt very safe, although walking across the street is a different story. Be very careful as they will not stop for you. From El Cid Castilla its about an 40 minute walk to the Malecon walk way. Well worth it you get see so many vendors and people and other hotels
Written February 21, 2023
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winewine101
Vancouver, Canada54 contributions
Golden zone has moved more north on Sabalo Cameron!ooq
Feb 2020
Between Valentina and Ocean vView hotel, the buildings in many instancess need repair or paint...the area looks dilapidated . Many of the stores sell Tourist junk stuff. There are a few fancy jewellery store near Costa Oro hotel.Also a few good restaurant apart fast food ones.
Written February 8, 2020
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pooh2010
Los Angeles, CA63 contributions
reasonable price from cruise port to Golden Zone
We have to negotiation in Mazatlan, Mexico
So, I would like to know what is the reasonable price from cruise port to Golden Zone by taxi.
thanks
Written July 13, 2010
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DandS6656
Sherwood Park, Canada7 contributions
Good shopping and dining
January 2003. This area definitely has some of the nicest shops, hotels, and restaurants, it is however generally pricier than other equally nice places we found.

The busiest part is from the south end Valentinos (white castle looking on the point) to the Dairy Queen on the North. Helados Bing is across from the DQ and is the better choice for ice cream. All the shops and restaurants are very nice. The Mazatlan Arts and Craft Centre is located here as is Sea Shell City. Joe's Oyster Bar is nice (south end). Beware of cruise ship days when it is packed (Weds. & Thurs. when I was there).

One of the nicest shops I found was Micheal's Gallery. There's a small location in the middle of the busy part, then there's a much larger location 3 blocks North of the DQ. There's other really nice shops for about 5 blocks North of DQ so don't miss this area.

We found it a little cheaper for souvineers north up Camaron Sabalo and for a nice shrimp dinner at La Pontilla (by the Stone Island ferry dock) than in the Golden Zone. It is however very clean, convenient and can be walked (Valentino's to DQ and beyond, and back in a morning)
Written January 29, 2003
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12232013mazatlanfan
Canada650 contributions
Golden Zone Rocks!!!
Went to Mazatlan in the spring and I am going back for Christmas and New Years 2003.. There are some great spots in the golden Zone Shopping is great by Costa De Oro... There are also some by GUS GUS.. Which brings me to my favorite hangout in Mazatlan.. couldn't get enough of the place ..excellent service (second to none) Friendly staff.. The best bunch of guys around!!!! Cheap food and drink!!! Good band! What more could you ask for!!!!! Another great spot is Noname cafe.
Excellent food and cheap!!!! We had surf and turf ribs and lobster drinks and were serenaded by the four amigos... All for under $20 canadian....other things to see are the Sea Shell Store because it is awesome and the prices are so cheap ( "almost free" as our mexican friends point out) All in all the golden zone is great and also very safe!!!!! Mazatlan is great for this Canadian friend!!! Who will return year after fabuous year!!
Written November 16, 2003
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Tour25554
Salem, Oregon1 contribution
Loved everything on the strip
My father retired in mazatlan about 3 years ago and i have been visiting him there ever since. The golden zone definatly is the place to be , my favorite place personally is Mango's its got the best drinks and the nicest waiting staff, be carefull though when going to senior frogs because i have been ripped out of some money, so just pay as you go dont run up a tab!
Written March 19, 2003
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Navigate28788
Chicago, IL1 contribution
Best massage value in the Golden Zone
The only thing more relaxing than the amazing view of a colorful sunset over the ocean would be an hour long massage at CHRISTINE'S.  Unfortunately you can't enjoy both simultaneously as the massage takes place in a small room inside what appears to be a coffee shop and internet cafe.  But just close your eyes and imagine different scenery as ISUARO works his magic fingers on your aching muscles (and believe me, he finds ALL the problem spots!)  The place is easy to miss as it sits back several yards from Ave. Del Mar in the Plaza Balboa (right next to Subway). The only clue to the delightful experience awaiting you is a sign advertising $25 FOR AN HOUR LONG MASSAGE! Compared to the $40 offered by most of the resort spas). They only have room for two people (in seperate rooms) at a time, so it's best to make an appointment.  Isuaro worked on me and it was obvious he is a master of his craft and extremely knowledgeable in muscle and tendon care.  My friend had J.P. and actually fell asleep during the massage! (I had to go in and wake her up when the massage was over!)  Both of us are
ready to fly back to Mazatlan just for the massages! You are sure to enjoy your experience at Christine's without the worries of emptying your pocketbook (just beware of the street vendors and all the beautiful hand-crafted souvenirs you'll pass on the way to your massage appt.)!
Written March 8, 2006
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Paradise38061
washington1 contribution
loved the saloon
Just got back after a 5 year absence to my favorite vacation spot and I couldn't believe the change....it was paradise before now it's heaven!! I went to varios spots through out Mazatlan, but one place I just couldn't seem to stay away from was the Sports Saloon just across from Dairy Queen in the Golden Zone, its just a little hometown bar that I can just relax and get away from it all. The greatest of service, the frienbdliest bartender "Arturo" always has something to say!! The specials, ohhhhhhh the specials, Monday I had XL Jumbo shrimp at a price I could not believe accompanied by a cold draft Pacifico beer, then on Wednesday I couldn't believe I had the Spaghetti Night Special, just like the Italians in my hometown used to make and right before I left I had their Fish Fry...all I could say is I hope people stop by and experience my little hideaway and make it theirs as well. I'll be back in January 2004 and hope to be back at the saloon with the wild bunch.
Written April 29, 2003
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usman s
1 contribution
Roberto (owner) is Thief and Liar
May 2014 • Couples
Brought large Vase on 5/20/14 to be shipped to USA paid by credit card.
He never shipped it and told lies to had he already shipped it after three months he could not give proof to credit card company of shipping so finally I got my money back from credit card company.
Do not buy any thing from Roberto the Thief
Written August 23, 2014
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