Northern Mexico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Antiguo Palacio Federal featuring a garden
Antiguo Palacio Federal featuring a garden
Immaculate Conception Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
El Faro Lighthouse featuring landscape views, a sunset and general coastal views
El Faro Lighthouse which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and mountains

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Where to stay in Northern Mexico

Zona Dorada showing mountains, general coastal views and a beach

Zona Dorada

4/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum.

Zona Dorada
Fundidora Park which includes modern architecture and a park

Monterrey Centro

Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Monterrey Centro. Top attractions like Fundidora Park and Macroplaza are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Alameda Station or Fundadores Station to see more of the city.

Monterrey Centro
Sunrise over Puerto Penasco

Sandy Beach

If you're spending some time in Sandy Beach, Bonita Beach and The Links Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Sandy Beach
Aerial view of Las Conchas Beachfront in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.

Las Conchas

While visiting Las Conchas, you might make a stop by sights like Playa del Este and CEDO.

Las Conchas
Built during the late 1800s in the middle of the city
-2014

Centro Historico

If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Historico
The sun gives the best goodbyes

Bella Vista

While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Links Golf Course and Mirador Beach.

Bella Vista
Safi Royal Luxury Centro

Safi Royal Luxury Centro

4 out of 5
Pino Suarez No. 444 Sur, Colonia Centro Monterrey NL
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Monterrey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,518 reviews)
Excelentes habitaciones, comida rica

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Safi Royal Luxury Centro
Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Calzada Camaron Sabalo Mazatlán SIN
Stay at this beach resort in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,178 reviews)
The staff was very courteous and helpful! The only thing that was annoying about the whole experience was the bands that played on the beach. The noise was awful as three bands were playing at once all afternoon and into the evening. If something could be done about that situation I would return ...

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Emerald Bay - All Inclusive
Hotel Playa Mazatlan

Hotel Playa Mazatlan

3 out of 5
Av. Playa Gaviotas 202 Mazatlán SIN
Stay at this beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Pros were Cleanliness, staff, location, beach, quiet room and bed in the north tower. Cons, buffet food no hot, bands loud in afternoons at the beach area, drinks not great, wish I would have NOT done the all inclusive.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hotel Playa Mazatlan
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Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort

Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Blvd. Costero 150, Sandy Beach Puerto Peñasco SON
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Peñasco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,300 reviews)
Clean room Staff pool

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort
Extended Suites Chihuahua La Juventud

Extended Suites Chihuahua La Juventud

2.5 out of 5
Maria Montessori Lt. 1 y 2 #4102 Chihuahua CHIH
Stay at this aparthotel in Chihuahua. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
comfortable beds

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Extended Suites Chihuahua La Juventud
Extended Suites Saltillo Galerías

Extended Suites Saltillo Galerías

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Nazario Ortiz 195 Saltillo COAH
Stay at this aparthotel in Saltillo. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Galerías Saltillo and Central ...
8/10 Very Good! (790 reviews)
Limpieza y personal

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Extended Suites Saltillo Galerías
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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