I went to Mazatlan for the 2007 Carnival festivities; I had no reservations for any hotel. When I stopped at the Playa Marina Hotel and asked if they had any rooms available for the following Sunday carnival’s parade. The front desk clerk informed me that they only had a package deal for a 4 night minimum if I wanted to... More

room was great but pool not heated --heater available but not turned on to hold down expenses. Pool is almost always in shade due to location of building and water extremely cold. Beach across the street is ok but not as nice as on the Gold Zone

The hotel was off the hook and inexpensive. The food at the hotel was delicious. Happy hour at the bar was good. Right on the main strip and 5 min. taxi drive to the all the clubs. The view was awsome. My friends and I will be back in May 03.

We just got back from an awesome Thanksgiving vacation in Mazatlan. The Hotel Playa is a fabulous hotel! The rooms are a little plain, but clean and roomy. The hotel is very well maintained with very friendly staff. Ask for an ocean view room if they have any available! They have nice pools which are in the courtyards of the... More