Skip the "zona dorada" and stay with Candace and Jim Penn in their lovely and comfortable B & B located within walking distance of the historic area. We traveled to Mazatlan years ago and stayed in the zona dorada which was "ok", but this stay was superb and we plan on returning. Candace and Jim share their vast knowledge of... More

This B and B is just the best. Hosts are generous wirh their time and information concerning Mazatlan .The breakfasts are better than a resort and much more relaxing. There are lots of little extras A REAL REFRIG IN THE ROOM etc. The Inn is just a wonderful place away from home ,from the spacious terraces to the outstanding sunsets.... More

Just got back from our 2 week "belated" honeymoon. We couldn't have chosen a better place to stay - Jim and Candace made us feel right at home. We loved the location - we walked everywhere and never once feared for our safety. Words can't express what a great time we had so I won't even try but...we will definitely... More

We have just had a wonderful 4 nights at the Ocean Front Inn. Candace and JIm are fabulous hosts and were helpful with restaurants, places to visit and things to do. We had just recently arrived from NZ for a month long stay in Mexico and we cold not have picked a better place. In fact we stayed an extra... More

We visited Jim & Candace at the Mazatlan Ocean Front Inn a couple years ago and vowed to return with friends. This past week we were there with two other couples and had another incredible and relaxing experience. Jim was a perfect host, and gave us great advice and helped out whenever he was asked. This trip, the six of... More

Words cannot describe the amazing time that we had at the Ocean Front Inn! This little B&B is absolutely perfect for those that do not wish to be swept into the mass produced mainstream Mexican holiday...this place has real charm! The B&B itself is spectacular, the three story building has 4 units on the main floor (two ocean view, two... More

This little b&b was the best of every world! Jim was an exceptional host and did nothing short of everything to make our stay wonderful! Hevstarted our stay with a little tour of the area so we'd know where everything was, and gave us plenty of tips on good places to eat and where to stay away from. The beds... More

It was great to be so close to the "real" Mexico as opposed to the "you could be anywhere ness" of the Golden Zone. Easy access to the historical and arts community. The accomodation was awesome, great rooms, great views, great sunsets and great hosts.It felt like we were visitng friends. Despite all the recent concern about violence, we felt... More

Proprietors, Candace and Jim, are onsite Carnaval royals who ensure that not a single moment of the festivities is missed. From a scrumptious breakfast to a glorious ocean sunset each evening, you will realize that you are definitely "in the zone" at this B&B. More