Hotel Promotions
Deal of the Day. Non-refundable Rate - No cancellations or changes allowed.
The discount is already reflected in the vacation price.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 05 Jul 2018 to 31 Dec 9999
Travel Dates: 05 Jul 2018 to 31 Dec 9999
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Get free perks: in-room champagne breakfast, 25% discount on spa, and more.
Free Perks Inclusions:

  • One bottle of wine/sparkling wine, rum or tequila ( per room/per stay).
  • 25% Discount on Spa Services (one per person/per stay)** (Max of 2 per room.).
  • One in-room family breakfast or champagne breakfast (per room/per stay).

Spa discounts apply to spa treatments and services only; not applicable towards the purchase of spa products. Discounted amenities and services cannot be combined with other discounts. Additional restrictions may apply on eligible Romantic Dinner packages or Spa services. All services should be arranged with the concierge after check-in. Resort Coupons cannot be combined with Spa, Wine, or Romantic Dinner discounts.

Added values are not combinable with same added values of other promotions.

Exclusion: This promotion does not extend to trips booked within a 5-day timeframe of departure.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 06 Feb 2024 to 30 Jun 2025
Travel Dates: 05 Jan 2025 to 30 Jun 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
More free perks for upgraded room: welcome amenity, late check out and more.
Free Perks Inclusions: 
  • One bottle of wine/sparkling wine, rum or tequila ( per room/per stay).
  • 25% Discount on Spa Services (one per person/per stay)** (Max of 2 per room.).
  • One in-room family breakfast or champagne breakfast (per room/per stay).
  • Welcome amenity
  • Late Check out (subject to availability)
Spa discounts apply to spa treatments and services only; not applicable towards the purchase of spa products. Discounted amenities and services cannot be combined with other discounts. Additional restrictions may apply on eligible Romantic Dinner packages or Spa services. All services should be arranged with the concierge after check-in. Resort Coupons cannot be combined with Spa, Wine, or Romantic Dinner discounts.

Added values are not combinable with same added values of other promotions.
Exclusion: This promotion does not extend to trips booked within a 5-day timeframe of departure.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 06 Feb 2024 to 30 Jun 2025
Travel Dates: 05 Jan 2025 to 30 Jun 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Save up to 44%.
Discount is already reflected in rates.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 18 Jun 2025
Travel Dates: 21 Dec 2024 to 20 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Save up to 66%
Discount already reflected in rates.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 09 Jan 2025 to 26 Feb 2025
Travel Dates: 09 Jan 2025 to 20 Dec 2025
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Enjoy Unlimited-Luxury™ inclusions during your stay.
Unlimited -Luxury Inclusions program includes the following amenities: 

  • Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required
  • Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
  • Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
  • 24-hour room and concierge services
  • Pool and beach wait service
  • Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer
  • Daily maid service
  • Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
  • Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues
  • No wristbands required
  • All taxes and gratuities

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
Travel Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Experience a higher level of luxury with Preferred Club inclusions.
  • Personalized check-in and check-out 
  • Special concierge service
  • Preferred status and amenities
  • Preferred Club suites in premium locations
  • Upgraded mini-bar 
  • Upgraded bath amenities
  • Pillow menu
  • Private Preferred Club Lounge 
  • Daily continental breakfast service
  • Afternoon hot and cold hors d’oeuvres
  • Exquisite desserts and fine liquors
  • Exclusive spa privileges

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
Travel Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Receive $200 in resort coupons to enhance your stay.
Guests will receive $200 in Resort Coupons per room, per stay.
Resort Coupons do not hold any cash or commercial value, are not refundable and non-transferable.
Resort Coupons are valid during the original stay and cannot be combined with any other promotion or special offer.
Redemption information will be provided by the hotel at check-in.
Important Notice: This entire offer is based on availability and can be modified or closed out at any time.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
Travel Dates: 09 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 9999
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

OnSite Dining
  • Various Bars
    Barracuda 

    Manatees 
    • Swim-up bar with all international drinks & cocktails

    Rendezvous
    • Enjoy drinks at our delightful lobby bar

    Sugar Reef 
    • Swim-up bar serving refreshing top-shelf drinks in the pool
    • Adults only

    Desires 
    • Disco Bar with the best music place to enjoy nightlife
  • Various Restaurants

    Barefoot Grill 

    Grilled favorites

    Coco Café 

    Coffee and snack bar

    Dolce

    Ice cream parlor 

    El Patio 

    À la carte restaurant offering authentic Mexican cuisine for dinner. 

    Meraki 

    À la carte Mediterranean-Asian delicacies for dinner.

    Oceana 

    Featuring à la carte breakfast and lunch and dinner menus with fresh seafood 

    Portofino 

    Tuscan-Italian gourmet dining served à la carte

    Adults-Only 

    World Café

    A buffet-style restaurant serving local and international specialty items and classics

On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk†
  • 24-hour room service†
  • Air conditioning†
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Car rental desk†
  • Currency exchange†
  • Exercise gym†
  • Golf†
  • Laundry Facilities†
  • 24-hour front desk†
  • 24-hour room service†
  • Air conditioning†
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Car rental desk†
  • Currency exchange†
  • Exercise gym†
  • Golf†
  • Laundry Facilities†
  • Luggage service†
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • Meeting rooms†
  • Pool†
  • Shops and commercial services†
  • Spa†
  • Tour/sightseeing desk†
  • Valet parking†
  • Wi-Fi†
On-Site Wedding Services
  • Please contact the hotel for additional information.

† Fees may apply

On-Site Recreation
  • Children's program †

    Explorer’s Club for ages 3-12, offering video games, crafts and even their camping adventure on the beach. Open daily from 9:00 am. – 10 p.m.

    The program is designed to entertain the little ones with different activities based on science, nature and exploration. At this fully supervised children's program, kids will enjoy the following:

    •Arts & Crafts

    •Playground

    •Indoor game room

    •Storytelling and music

    * Movie Nights

    •Treasure hunts

    •Sandcastle contests

    •Board games and video games

    •Kids stage

    • Weekly campout adventures

    • Cell phones for parental control}

    All Explorer’s Club staff members are certified by the American Red Cross in CPR for children

  • Fishing †
  • Golf †
    From now until October 15, 2024, guests of Dreams Estrella del Mar will be able to enjoy one round of complimentary
    green fees per person, per stay at Estrella del Mar Golf Course, when booking a Preferred Club Premium Ocean Front
    category or higher for a minimum stay of four nights.
  • Motorized Water Sports †
  • Pool †
  • Spa †
  • Teen programs †
    CORE ZONE TEENS CLUB 

    Ages: 13 – 17
    At this fully supervised teen’s program, teens will enjoy the following activities:
    • Arts and crafts
    • Computers with Internet access 
    • Video games 
    • Mini disco 
    • Movie nights
  • Volleyball †
  • Water activities †

† Fees may apply

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 476 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Outstanding Vacation

    This is an absolutely gorgeous resort on a stunning very quiet beach about a 30 to 40 minute drive from the bustle of Mazatlan and only 10 minutes from the airport. The first impression was excellent. The check in process was quick and there were no lines. Just a gorgeous open lounge area where they’d call your name to come up to check in. We were first off our transport van but all couples and families were checked in fast. The sun was setting on arrival and the Mazatlan sunsets never disappoint. I’d heard that there were huge upgrade and vacation club meeting pushes but we simply said no thank you on that first night and we were never once bothered. The rooms are gorgeous. Each room has an ocean view. You walk in and look straight out to the balcony where the waves are crashing. It is the best sound ever for falling asleep and for walking up. The resort is new so everything is modern, clean and comfortable. The shower is outstanding. The bathroom set up is perfect with the toilet behind a closed door so more than one person can be using the bathroom area. The mini bar is stocked daily with bottled water, beer and juice. There is also a nespresso machine. Sometimes that wasn’t restocked but the coffee shop was serving any kind of coffee you’d want from 6am, so we didn’t miss it too much. We had one minor issue in our room on our first night where the bathroom light sensor wasn’t working and the light kept turning back on. They were very quick to fix it and were so apologetic. I was a little worried being on what felt like the ground floor but it was actually fantastic. Such a quick walk to the coffee shop and a great view. It tuned out the swim up rooms were below so it wasn’t actually ground floor. The food here is spectacular. We hit the buffet for breakfast daily and it was one of the best ones we’ve experienced in our travels. Apart from your usual fresh fruit, pastries, buffet stations of eggs, meats, Mexican fare, and omelet station, there was a crepe station, smoothie bar and a charcuterie section. We never ate other meals here but heard it was great. The a la cartes were delicious. Meraki (sushi/mediterranean) was our favourite, so fresh and delicious. We also loved Portofino for Italian and Oceana for seafood. There was one meal at Oceana where our dishes were delicious but a little cold but we also got in late and the service and flavour made up for it. We realized a few days in that Oceana was also open for lunch and loved the lunch menu. We never made it to El Patio. There was a long wait the night we tried there as they seemed short staffed. We got our Mexican fare at Oceana and the Barefoot Grill. The pool area is gorgeous with most chairs having ocean views. My only complaint is the typical chair savers that would clip towels down to seats at 8am and then not show up until hours and hours later. If I had a recommendation it would be that staff remove those after 30 minutes if they’re not being used. There was an issue with the pool heaters for most of our trip and many complainers but to be honest we preferred it. It was a little chilly to get in but then gorgeous. It was so hot and sunny, I wouldn’t have wanted a warmer pool. Once one of the pools was heated, we tried it and went back to the unheated pool. The drinks at the pool were delicious and the service was great. The barefoot grill served up nachos, burgers, hot dogs, quesadillas, fries and chicken fingers and delicious thin crust pizza. The entertainment staff is amazing. Gil and Tury are absolutely wonderful and made sure to make all guests feel so welcome. The shows were good and we loved karaoke night and the casino night. The Rendezvous bar is amazing and often had awesome live music. Overall it was bliss. I will absolutely book here again for a chilled out resort vacation. Who this resort is for? Those looking for chill vibes, great food, long beach walks where it feels like you’re the only people on the planet, lovely views, chill activities and outstanding service. And those ok with making their way into Mazatlan by taxi or their own way into town to join excursions as not all tours pick up this far out yet. Who it’s not for? Those looking for loud pool parties and huge party vibes. People wanting to be close to town and anyone that feels not being able to ocean swim is a deal breaker. You can really only go in up to your knees here. The rip tide is too strong and the drop off is huge. The dolphins and whales here feel like they are right in front of the resort. Outstanding resort and such an incredible week. We are sad to leave today but so happy with the entire experience. We will be back.

    Feb 14, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Phenomenal overall experience

    We had a very enjoyable stay at The Dreams Estrella Del Mar in Mazatlan. Our junior suite was spacious, clean and modern. The food was excellent with our favorite restaurants being Portofino and Oceana. Arturo and his team ( including Jose and Genardo) at Portofino went above and beyond to make sure we had a fantastic dining experience. The entertainment team led by Gill Edward and his phenomenal dancers provided top notch performances and personally engaged with our group of 6 both before and after their performances. The front desk, concierge and greeters also did a great job. Overall, we had a fantastic time and all staff members made us feel important and special. Thank you for a wonderful time, which we will remember for a very long time.

    Feb 13, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    We enjoyed it, but it wouldn't be at the top of our list to see again

    Overall, we found this resort okay, but not memorable. If I could sum it up in one sentence: It had a little bit less of everything compared to other resorts we've been to in the past. Pros: Rooms were well furnished. The showers were great! Great balcony views, including the sunsets. A few times we watched dolphins (porpoises?) go by off the waterfront from our room. (Tip: Pack travel binoculars if you don't already.) Food was hit and miss, sometimes even within the same restaurant. Sometimes under or over cooked, sometimes not hot. Not all of them were open every night. Service was erratic. Frequently, courses took a long time to arrive. Or a course would arrive without cutlery. It was more an issue of lack of experience on the part of staff, who were otherwise always anxious to please. There was usually only one nightly show, compared to other big resorts which typically have multiple shows. The acts were fine, and the band on the last night was excellent. There were a number of side activities… karaoke, trivia that were a mixed bag in terms of participation and organization. Pools and outdoor facilities were fine. The waterslides and lazy river were a fun touch. Lots of chairs for everyone. We appreciated that there was no 'reserving chairs' by obnoxious types who go out as early as the night before to stake out the best poolside loungers. Gym facilities were fine, layout was a bit awkward. We found resort staff to be uniformly friendly, no complaints there. Any minor issues seemed to be a matter of not enough training or experience. Cons: Too far from town. In the past, we could walk, take resort bikes, or jump on buses to local sites, towns, beaches. Sometimes all it took was to walk across the street to find a cab, or rent a scooter. None of that was readily available at this location. We noticed that many of the palm trees and concourse vegetation were dead, or in poor condition. My wife and I checked out the spa. We found it pricey, and their advertised steam spa -- the thing we wanted to do -- wasn't working. No going in the ocean?! Big strike against. Their website advertises "turquoise waters" and "Enjoy non-motorized watersports" which I take to mean kayaks and paddleboards. I tried to get a paddleboard, but was turned down by the staff. We were actively encouraged not to go in the water. Signs up and down the beach warn of jellyfish and stingrays. Weirdly, there was a lifeguard on duty at times. Or maybe he was just the whale watcher, on duty to ring the bell, who knows? The windy conditions. This probably had to do with the time of year. Very cool the first couple of nights.

    Feb 10, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Lovely Family Vacation

    My family and I (my self and my three kids) were at this resort for two weeks in January. The staff at this resort go above and beyond in every way, making everyone feel welcome. Its clear that their priority is guests happiness. While its a quieter resort than we are used to, its poolside activities add a vibrant energy to the atmosphere. A special shout out to Luis- the heart and soul of these activities. His enthusiasm is contagious, full of good energy and good vibes, and has an incredible way of bringing people together. Whether is organizing games or leading exercises or chatting with guests, he makes sure no one gets left out, making sure everyone has a great time To note the nightly entertainment is not every night, though the nights that there was entertainment it was the highlight of our evening. It was absolutely spectacular. The Vegas style shows are mesmerizing with top notch performances from the dancers Turi, Fernando, Brenda and Julio. Each one brings something special to the stage, showcasing incredible talent and precision . Their routines are beautifully choreographed, filled with energy and passion and a professionalism that make the entire show unforgettable. The dancers charisma and connection with the audience really elevate the experience leaving us excited and eager for more every time, (ps. These staff also work during the day adding to the pool side fun!) Also to note, the beach at this resort is not swimable, which is kinda a down side, but on the plus side, there's almost no one on the beach. SO, you have the whole beach to your self!

    Feb 09, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Birthday trip!!

    Very nice resort, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was good and lots of options. The pool crew were fantastic! Marcos was one of a kind and never let our drinks get warm or empty. Lots of friendly staff all over. The coffee shop was wonderful, anytime of the day you need a coffee or chai tea latte I was able to get what I wanted.

    Feb 08, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryAdult Only rooms have a minimum age of 18yrs old, all other room categories allow children.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.  Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.  Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

  • Pet Policy : Pets Allowed

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Prices per person based on double occupancy including round-trip airfare via U.S. certified air carriers and round-trip airport/hotel transfers when arriving at airport closest to destination (for exceptions see Frequently Asked Questions), hotel taxes and baggage handling, fuel surcharges, and all pre-collected U.S. and foreign taxes. In some instances, pricing may specifically apply to one of multiple flights on select departure days. All packages are based on the lowest hotel/air classes available at time of publication, capacity controlled, subject to availability and change without notice. Promotional pricing may only be available for a limited time. Fees may apply for carry-on and checked baggage-view Baggage Policies. Some resort fees, environmental levies and departure taxes are not included and may be payable in resort. View Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Apple Vacations is not responsible for errors or omissions. Cancellation policies apply. Bookings are subject to the Fair Trade Contract. All public charter flights are operated by ALG Vacations Corp: Allegiant Air: PC 18-231, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats /PC 18-234, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats; Miami Air operated by TUI Airlines Belgium N.V. : PC 19-085 & PC 19-117, B737-800, 180 seats/PC 19-091, B737-800-183 seats; Swift Air: PC 19-092, B737-400-150 seats; Viva Aerobus: PC 18-228, A320-180 seats/ PC 19-079, A320-180-185 seats/PC 19-094, A320-185 seats. CST2139014-20 120319