The Howard Johnson Hotel Don Pelayo Mazatlan is located on the beach front on the bay of Playa Norte, one of the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. It is situated just one block from the Golden Zone, shopping, Valentino's Disco and McDonald's restaurant. It is a 25- minute drive from General Rafael Bueina International Airport, 10 minutes from bus station, 15 minutes from ferry terminal.

Hotel accommodations feature 162 guestrooms and suites on 10 floors, swimming pool, spa tub, parking, pool tables, restaurant, bar, happy hour, safety deposit boxes, money exchange, doctor on call, travel agency and tobacco shop.