My wife and I would spend almost every night of our two week stay walking the Golden zone, after dinner at one of many nice restaurants from which to choose. Everybody was friendly and more than helpful in the stores. The shopping area definitely have a much nicer feel than the Playa del Carmen areas and the Puerto Vallarta (PV).... more

The golden zone was nice. The people are very friendly, and stores are fun to walk through. The only thing i can say bad is the timeshare people are a little irritating but that is what they do and you have to expect that. We were there in January of 08 and was nice weather and walked the golden zone... more

The Golden Zone.....what a place. This is nothing like any town in the States thats's for sure. If you wanna feel how it is to live like the Mexicans do without being hassled on the streets....visit Mazatlan's Golden Zone. There are plenty of eateries, small little food corners were the prices are really cheap. The tacos are awesome! The peole... more

I just returned from Mazatlan. It is really hot in September, but that meant that the water was warm enough to swim at 9:30 am or 9:30 pm. We bought a fishing package with ProTeam Sportfishing. We were pleased that it is owned and managed by an American. The owner actually met us when we arrived in Mexico and made... more

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... more

We love Mazatlan so much we just keep going back. Anywhere we go, we find the people lovely and helpful. We have gone there 3 times and can't wait to go back. more

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)... more

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... more

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... more