Villa Serena
Apartment living with a pool, in Mazatlán's historic centre
A place to stay in Mazatlán
Villa Serena Centro Historico is a 4-star apartment property in the historic centre of Mazatlán, Mexico. Rated 9.1/10 across 224 guest reviews, it draws consistent praise for its location, cleanliness, and hosts. Guests stay in self-contained apartments rather than standard hotel rooms — most include private kitchens and all the usual comforts of a longer stay. The pool, hot tub, sun deck, and terrace sit outdoors, and daily housekeeping keeps things in order without requiring you to manage the space yourself.
Is this stay right for you?
Self-contained apartments with kitchen facilities, a pool and hot tub, and daily housekeeping in Mazatlán's historic centre.
Best for
- Couples or families wanting apartment-style space
- Longer stays with kitchen access
- Travellers prioritising walkability in the historic district
- Groups needing two bedrooms under one roof
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting full hotel services
- Those needing on-site dining
Outdoor pool and hot tub
The outdoor pool area includes a plunge pool, hot tub, sun deck, solarium, and terrace. Beach chairs and umbrellas are also set up here, along with a picnic area — a practical outdoor setup that works for both lazy afternoons and social evenings.
Apartment-format rooms
Every room category is a full apartment. The largest, the split-level, runs 90 m² across two bedrooms and adds a balcony with pool views. Even the entry-level one-bedroom at 20 m² includes a private kitchen and attached bathroom.
Historic centre setting
The property sits in Mazatlán's Centro Histórico — the old city that predates the resort strip. The neighbourhood is walkable and compact, which guests consistently flag as a strong point when rating the location.
Rooms & rates
One-Bedroom Apartment
20.0 m² · 1 queen bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Apartment
Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire apartment
- Attached bathroom
- Free Wifi
Apartment - Split Level
90.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Pool view
Two-Bedroom Apartment
60.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Standard Apartment
Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire apartment
- Attached bathroom
- Free Wifi
The highlights
Inside Villa Serena Centro Historico
Amenities at Villa Serena Centro Historico
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Picnic area
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Plunge pool
Spa
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Solarium
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Plazuela Hidalgo at 120 m; the nearest ferry pier, Embarcadero Isla de la Piedra, is 1.5 km away.
Things to do nearby
- Plazuela Hidalgopark120 m
- Plazuela Republicapark170 m
- CICMA Centro de Innovación Cultural Mazatlánmuseum180 m
- Museo Que viva Sinaloamuseum320 m
- Venaditohistoric site390 m
Getting around
- Embarcadero Isla de la Piedraferry pier1.5 km
- Terminal de Ferryferry pier1.5 km
Each distance runs directly from the property, not by road · place data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 224 reviews, guests rate the property 9.1/10. The three themes that come up most are location, the hosts, and cleanliness. The historic centre position and the attentiveness of the staff appear to be the main reasons guests leave satisfied — the apartment format and outdoor pool area also draw positive mentions.
- Host9.5
- Facilities8.9
- Cleanliness9.3
- Comfort9.1
- Value For Money8.9
- Location9.8
- Free Wifi8
Reviews scoring 9–10: 21 · average 9.6
They wrote about: location, staff, noise
Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 8
They wrote about: location, facilities, room
No reviews fall within this score range.
Based on guest reviews published on sites that partner with Booking.
Before you book
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Common questions
Where exactly is Villa Serena Centro Historico?
The property is in the Centro Histórico district of Mazatlán, Mexico — the old city area, separate from the hotel zone along the beach strip. It is walkable within the district.
What room types are available?
There are five apartment categories: One-Bedroom, Deluxe, Split-Level, Two-Bedroom, and Standard. Sizes range from 20 m² to 90 m², and most include private kitchens. Every category is a full self-contained apartment.
Which apartments include a kitchen?
The One-Bedroom Apartment, Apartment - Split Level, and Two-Bedroom Apartment all include a private kitchen. The Deluxe Apartment and Standard Apartment do not list a kitchen among their facilities.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes. There is an outdoor pool, a plunge pool, and a hot tub/Jacuzzi. The pool area also includes a sun deck, solarium, beach chairs, umbrellas, and a picnic area.
What is the nightly rate?
Rates start from $74 per night for the One-Bedroom Apartment. The Deluxe and Split-Level Apartments start from $89 and $91 respectively. The Standard Apartment starts from $106.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Free Wi-Fi is included in all apartment categories and across the property.
Is housekeeping provided daily?
Yes, daily housekeeping is included.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are available. The Split-Level Apartment at 90 m² sleeps multiple guests with a king bed and two twin beds. The Two-Bedroom Apartment also works well for families at 60 m² with two queen beds.
Are there tours or activities available?
The property can arrange bike tours and walking tours of Mazatlán. Both are available at an additional charge and can be organised through the property.
What languages does the staff speak?
Staff communicate in English and Spanish.
Is parking available?
Parking is not listed among the property's stated facilities. It is worth contacting the hotel directly to confirm parking options before arrival.
Is the property smoke-free?
Yes, Villa Serena Centro Historico is a smoke-free property.