Gabriel Leyva Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

The Mazatlan Malecón

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.

The Mazatlan Malecón
Olas Altas Beach featuring street scenes, markets and views

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.

Olas Altas Beach
Plaza Machado which includes a park and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

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.

Plaza Machado
Mazatlan which includes a sandy beach, surf and general coastal views

Witches Beach

Swim, surf big waves and work on your tan at this beautiful and quiet beach located along Mexico's Pacific shoreline.

Witches Beach
El Faro Lighthouse which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town

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.

El Faro Lighthouse
El Mirador showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and mountains

El Mirador

Ascend the staircase to reach the romantic restaurant atop this cliff for the panoramic views of the ocean and its rocks.

El Mirador

Activities

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

AU$56
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

AU$38
per adult
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

AU$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour

Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour

AU$119
per adult
Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
Tequila Factory Tour

Tequila Factory Tour

AU$76
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Tequila Factory Tour
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Our pick of the best Gabriel Leyva Hotel Deals

Varali Grand Hotel

Varali Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
2614 Av del Mar Tellería, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,902 reviews)
"The best staff ever ! El mejor staff siempre nos reciben con brazos abiertos y nos cuidan"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan

DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan

4 out of 5
Av. Camaron Sabalo 905, Zona Costera, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is AU$141 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$141
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,450 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Mazatlan
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Calzada Camaron Sabalo, Zona Costera Cerritos 3404, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,026 reviews)
"check in was chaotic, elevators don't stop at all floors, other than that the place is nice. Buffet is the best."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

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Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
Hotel Playa Mazatlan

Hotel Playa Mazatlan

3 out of 5
Av. Playa Gaviotas 202, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"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

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Hotel Playa Mazatlan
Viaggio Resort Mazatlán

Viaggio Resort Mazatlán

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Camaron Sabalo, Zona Dorada, Mazatlán, Sinaloa
Book a stay at this beach resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,885 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Great rooms"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

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Viaggio Resort Mazatlán
Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan - All Inclusive

Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Camaron Sabalo 2121, Fracc. Sabalo Country, Mazatlán, SIN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$404 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$404
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Everything exceptional!!"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Gabriel Leyva

Mazatlan showing a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Centro Historico

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

Centro Historico
Olas Altas Beach showing views, street scenes and a sunset

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.

Downtown Mazatlan
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Ferrocarrilera

While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Fisherman's Monument.

Ferrocarrilera
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Stone Island

Though Stone Island may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.

Stone Island
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Playa del Sur

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Playa del Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado.

Playa del Sur
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Balcones de Loma Linda

Balcones de Loma Linda might not have many top sights, but Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Balcones de Loma Linda

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