Costa de Oro Beach Hotel (Mazatlan, Mexico)

Guests with ocean-facing rooms are not shy to show their delight with their fortunate vantage points. They simple adore the beautiful views from their balconies – particularly of the famous sunsets.

The stand out attraction of this hotel is simply its location. You are right on a nice part of the beach and can step out directly from the hotel. You are also just a short bus ride from the attractions and nightlife in and around the Golden Zone.

The pool area, overlooking the beach, is the focal point of the hotel and where many guests like to pass their time. It is well-maintained and the crystal waters delightful to swim in.

Many guests feel that the hotel is beginning to look dated. The rooms are old and so are the televisions and bedding. It seems that a good renovation is required to restore Costa de Ora to its former glories.

Guests are a bit dumbfounded to find certain basic facilities or equipment that are usually included is either missing or chargeable. There is no safe nor mini-fridge and whilst tea, coffee and Wi-Fi is available in your room – you have to pay a supplement to make use of it!  If you do pay out extra for a Wi-Fi card you are not guaranteed a good connection either! Guests say it is slow and unreliable.

The cleanliness of the rooms appears to be a major issue for certain guests. They find the rooms are dirty, poorly maintained and have a foul smell.