Villas El Rancho, by the sea, offers a warm welcome with international cuisine at La Fonda restaurant and ocean views. Guests can enjoy activities like windsurfing or simply unwind on the private beach with free cabanas. With a playground and library on-site, families can spend quality time together while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Marina Mazatlan Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Mazatlan International Center - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
General Rafael Buelna Intl. Airport (MZT) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante El Cid - 4 min drive
Acaxee Bar - 14 min walk
Sindicato Frito - Pollo to the people - 9 min walk
El Palmar, Mariscos + Sushi - 7 min walk
Taqueria Scorpio - 18 min walk
About this property
Villas El Rancho
When you stay at Villas El Rancho, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of The Mazatlan Malecón. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at La Fonda, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a children's pool are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Supervised childcare*
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
On a private beach
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Free beach cabanas
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Low-height counter/sink
Low-height desk
Low-height bed
Grab bar in bathtub
Grab bar in shower
Accessible bathtub
Lever door handles
Wheelchair-width doorways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
La Fonda - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 120 for adults and MXN 120 for children
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Villas El
Villas El Rancho
Villas El Rancho Mazatlan
Villas El Rancho Villa
Villas El Rancho Villa Mazatlan
Villas El Rancho Hotel Mazatlan
Villas El Rancho Hotel
Villas El Rancho Green Hotel Mazatlan
Villas El Rancho Hotel
Villas El Rancho Mazatlán
Villas El Rancho Hotel Mazatlán
Frequently asked questions
Does Villas El Rancho offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Villas El Rancho does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Villas El Rancho?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Villas El Rancho?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Villas El Rancho?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Villas El Rancho?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Villas El Rancho?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino del Rey (8-min drive) and MonteCarlo Casino (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Villas El Rancho and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as windsurfing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and a picnic area. Villas El Rancho also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Villas El Rancho?
Yes, La Fonda offers international cuisine and ocean views.
Does Villas El Rancho have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.
Does Villas El Rancho have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Villas El Rancho like?
Villas El Rancho is a short 6-minute walk from Witches Beach and 17 minutes' walk from Cerritos Beach.
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Reviews
Villas El Rancho Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Nice place for families, quiet, and away from busy areas.
Eduardo
Eduardo, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 16, 2025
The property is really old. The AC didn’t work in one of the rooms. Staff is so friendly and nice rooms are very rundown old hotel.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Great accommodations. Nicely furnished. Very cool spot.
Helio
Helio, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 26, 2022
The price was good
The property is old but I was happy in the place.
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 9, 2025
It used to be a wonderful place, but it is old and worn out. I was put in a room where the stove did not work, had no water pressure and the staff had no answer answers.
Randall
Randall, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2022
Family vacation.
The stay was overall ok. Not going to say perfect but rather good. The check in could of been better. One of the receptionist was very rude and could definitely used a lot more customer service help. The rooms were clean. The pool was not h qted and a little cold for my taste. The view to the beach/ocean was gorgeous. That was my favorite part of my stay!
Evelyn
Evelyn, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2022
This property is truly unique in the area in that it remains one of the only hotels in the area that has a distinctly Mexican decor and flavor. The units are spacious. The accouterments for cooking or cleaning are not so great. The staff in the restaurant and bar are very helpful and pleasnt. Access to the gorgeous beach in front of the property needs to be replaced. Access is not possible at high tide.
We did enjoy our stay very much.
George W
Verified
4/10 Fair
Mar 5, 2021
Property was very poorly cleaned, no hot water in one of the bathrooms, food was served to us cold and server had a bad attitude when we addresses that the food was cold.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 30, 2009
Unbearably awful
I suspect they post their own good reviews given the complaints constantly shared around the pool and environs by guests. The staff is nice, the location is nice but the units are moldy and bug ridden. They screwed up our reservation and charged so much more than expected, then demanded all our identification: passport, driver's license, and then they wanted credit card information. They wouldn't check us out until all the dishes and silverware were counted, after we had put up with the ants and cockroaches. Horrible place.
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
El hotel tiene excelente capacidad para 5 muy comodo
Paulina
Paulina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Es un buen hotel, creo que la pandemia le afecto pero sigue siendo buena opcion, por su comodidad, me gusto y volvere
gaby
gaby, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jul 21, 2025
Al llegar a la habitación nos dimos cuenta que estaba sumamente descuidada y sucia, dejaron comida en platos, toallas de cocina sucias con manchas, las cobijas de la cama tenia manchas, los baños tenían jabones abiertos, no volvería jamás al hotel
Neryza
Neryza, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
La terraza esta padrisima
Olga
Olga, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Nos gustó mucho el único detalle es el poco estacionamiento.
Librada Selene
Librada Selene, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 26, 2024
No me gustó que no había microondas y se iba el internet
Que me gustó el exterior la parte de afuera
Gerardo
Gerardo, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2024
Exelente
Jesus arturo
Jesus arturo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2024
Solo huele un poco a humedad nada extremo muy torelable
Edgar fabian
Edgar fabian, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 2, 2024
Niño orinando en mesa de la alberca
Propiedad muy vieja
Y debido al
Hotel con el que se colinda , demasiado ruido
Fue un error reservar aquí
Fabiola Alejandra Hernández
Fabiola Alejandra Hernández, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2023
Falta mantenimiento a los exteriores de las villas y algunas instalaciones, pero en el interior de la villa todo muy bien y confortable
GUILLERMO
GUILLERMO, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 21, 2023
Lugar muy acogedor, el personal es amable. Solo un poco de mantenimiento a las villas no vendrian mal.
Izamary
Izamary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2023
Me pareció excelente para descansar
Bruce omar
Bruce omar, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2023
nada
Carlos
Carlos, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2023
Muy bien todo, solo es necesario hacerle una muy buena actualización a las instalaciones
Luis Arturo
Luis Arturo, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2023
Todo muy bueno 👌
Roberto
Roberto, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2023
Super recomendable hospedarse aquí, mi estancia fue de lo más placentero, todo muy limpio y la atención por parte del personal excelente. Hermoso el lugar, las villas, las vistas, la tranquilidad. Con todo gusto regresaré y por supuesto que lo recomiendo 😃