Resort Details
- Beach Club Snack BarThis swim-up bar serves hamburgers, snacks, sandwiches, and cold drinks.
- Castilla Lobby BarA lively bar with plasma-screen TVs and pool tables.
- Club de PlayaSwim-up bar in one of the pools.
- El AlcazarThis restaurant serves elegant Italian cuisine and a la carte dinners. Reservations are required for dinner 24 hours in advance.
- El Campeador
This restaurant serves an extensive breakfast buffet and transforms to La Pergola dinner theater at night.
- La Alhambra RestaurantThis restaurant is a popular oceanfront buffet.
- La Pergola Dinner TheaterThis restaurant offers live entertainment with different shows every night of the week.
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Babysitting†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Children programs†
- Children welcome
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine†
- Babysitting†
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services†
- Children programs†
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym†
- Free parking
- Game room
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars†
- Meal Plan Type: European Plan†
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Outdoor pool
- Pool
- Restaurant†
- Room service†
- Room service - limited hours†
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna†
- Shopping mall†
- Spa†
- Tennis court†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Valet parking
- Wakeup service
- Water sports
- Business Services†
- Internet Access†
- There is a ballroom with capacity from 100 to 500 people, along with set-up for tables, chairs and red carpet.
† Fees may apply
- Children's poolThere are 2 children's pools on-site.
- Children's program, onsite †There are activities for children and adults including: Spanish lessons, cooking classes, bingo, beach volleyball, poolside aerobics, a piñata party, etc.
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site †
- Golf location (onsite/nearby) †This golf course features 27 holes.
- Motorized Water Sports †This includes jet skis, banana boats and bay cruises.
- Non-Motorized Water Sports †This includes snorkeling, windsurfing, boogie boards, scuba gear and kayaks.
- Outdoor pool
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site.
- Sauna †
- Spa †
- Steam bath †
- Tennis court †There are 9 tennis courts on-site. There are 5 lit tennis courts on-site.
- Golf †A golf course is located within a mile of the property.
- On-site EntertainmentLa Pergola Dinner Theater offers live entertainment with different shows every night of the week.
- Golden Zone, Shopping District
- Mazatlan Aquarium
- Plazuela Machado in Old Town
- The Catedral in Down Town
- Other Local AttractionsMazatlan offers many options to visit the countryside, get to know Real Mexico including:
Copala, El Quelite, Cosala, La Noria, El Rosario, etc.
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
2329 reviews
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Feb 10, 2026El Cid Castella Beach... Mazatlan
Lots of daily activities offered such as Bingo, Black Jack, darts, bowling. Entertainment was better than we have experienced elsewhere. The Italian restaurant (a la carte) was very good and we strongly recommend this dining experience. Rooms were clean; however, we did have to request extra towels and face cloths. Staff are all friendly and accommodating. Overall our experience was great
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Feb 10, 2026Top notch experience
Had the best time! Staff was awesome and the city is amazing! Gerry is a great vibe! Went and visited the shrimp ladies! Loved playing the activities with everyone around the pool! Food was amazing!
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Jan 07, 2026
Love Granada and the staff!
I had a great time at Granada, it’s close to the golf course and the ocean and a few steps away from many restaurants at the resort. The rooms are a bit older but they are very well looked after and all the staff at Granada are fantastic! The breakfast buffet is fresh and well looked after and the omelette egg bar is excellent as well. I especially loved the French toast and fresh fruit every morning with my coffee on the patio. Another great thing about Granada is it’s less busy than across the street and very quiet.
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Dec 31, 2025
Another Time,Another Resort ala next door.
Hola people I stayed here from Saturday December 20 until Monday December 29 2025.Check in took a wee bit of time no complaints though since I was muchas gracias to get a complimentary=free Highest Level Red Bracelet that allowed me to access all four Resorts with no charge instead of just two.Room 3024 on the highest level was a spacious Room that had a Toilet & Shower 🚿+ all my necessary requirements Digital Room Safe,a bigger Bar Safe & a 50 TV that I didn't use because I couldn't stream Content from my Android phone on YouTube etc.I liked The Swimming Pool,Staff etc because it's a bit quieter than The livelier El Castilla.I had Argentine Ala Carte at The Grenada a Steak that was Delicious with another Meat Sandwich that was very good.Any negatives? None The Hotel Main Lobby is on The First Floor so if you want to bypass it use The Second Level connecting pedestrian causeway/overpass to walk over to The El Castilla you can.Next question would I give this First established El Cid Resort a passing Grade..si B++.Here's the thing I liked that but I also spent spent a little time at The El Cid Marina the most Modern of the 4 different of The four that is so nice in its layout.Yes it isn't in The Golden Zone like The Bunched Together/ connected El Cid Grenada, Castilla& Moro but with a transport Shuttle & a 15 to 20 minute free ride I might be tempted to stay there on my next stay in Mazatlan whenever that may be.Thanks again for a great experience..adios por ahora Alistair B.👌🏻
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Dec 23, 2025
Excellent Breakfast!
We had a beautiful breakfast with the swim group at El Cid Granada restaurant. The servers Fabian and Leticia were very accommodating & friendly. Thank you for the superior quality of food & service.
- AdvisoryThe minimum check-in age is now 25. Valid passport will be required.
- AdvisoryThe following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out. Resort fee: $15 per room, per night Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change, this is an estimate of what you will be charged. The hotel can provide current fees and inclusions when you check-in.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 21
- 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.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. College groups are not allowed
Elite meal plans:
•Guaranteed ocean view accommodations
•Stay in one - Play at four - Enjoy the All Inclusive features of all El Cid Resorts, All meals and house brand drinks at the restaurants of all 4 hotels, , including bars, lobby bar, theme dinner shows, activities, Kid’s Club, gym. Complimentary shuttle bus available
•Preferred seating in a la carte restaurants
•VIP check-in at the Elite Club with beverages and snacks
•VIP welcome amenities - Bathrobes, sleepers and beach bag (per request)
•Pool Towels in room
•Complimentary internet access at the Elite Club
•Room Service (choice from special All Inclusive room service menu
- Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed