Luna Palace

The Resort and Its Setting

Luna Palace sits on Sabalo S/N in Mazatlán, one of the longest-established beach destinations on Mexico's Pacific coast. As an independent property with RCI affiliation, it operates on its own terms rather than under a big international hotel brand — owners deal with the resort's own management or owners' association, while still being able to tap into RCI's exchange network when they want a change of scenery. It's the kind of resort that suits people who want a familiar, no-frills base in Mazatlán rather than a resort-branded experience.

Mazatlán: The Area and Things to Do

Mazatlán has built its reputation on golden-sand beaches, a lively seafood scene and a genuinely old town centre that hasn't been swallowed up by resort development. From the Luna Palace area, the Centro Histórico is a short trip away, with its colonial buildings, cathedral and plazas lined with restaurants and shops. Playa Olas Altas, one of the city's classic beach stretches, and the Malecón — the long oceanfront promenade used for walking, people-watching and accessing the water — are both close by. Families and visitors with an interest in marine life often head to the Acuario Mazatlán for its exhibits and sea lion shows. Outside of the main attractions, Mazatlán's seafood restaurants are a destination in their own right.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Luna Palace and are ready to move on, or just want to rent it out some years, BidMyTimeshare.com lists it as a private, owner-to-owner resale or rental — you set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you directly through the platform. There's no commission on the sale; sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers.

Because Luna Palace is an independent resort, resale transfers typically run through the resort's own management or owners' association rather than a branded corporate process. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, ask the resort for the current transfer fee and the annual maintenance fee — these vary by resort and aren't published figures we can quote here, so get them in writing directly from Luna Palace's administration. Also confirm whether any right of first refusal applies to the sale, and how long the transfer process typically takes, so both you and your buyer know what to expect before money changes hands.

Resale buyers should understand that they're acquiring the usage rights tied to the week or points interval itself — not necessarily any resort-level perks, promotions, or upgrade offers that may have been given to the original purchaser. Since Luna Palace is RCI-affiliated, ask the resort to confirm whether RCI exchange privileges transfer to a new owner as part of the resale, as this isn't automatic at every resort.

What Renters Look For

Renters booking a Mazatlán week are typically after straightforward access to the beach and old town without committing to ownership. They'll want to know the unit size, the time of year available, proximity to the Malecón and Centro Histórico, and whether the week falls in peak winter season or the quieter shoulder months — this affects both what they're willing to pay and how far in advance they book.

Practical Notes

Mazatlán's high season runs roughly November through April, when visitors from colder climates arrive for the beach weather; this is also when RCI exchange requests for the area are most competitive, so plan exchanges well ahead. May–June and September–October are quieter, with fewer crowds and often better availability for both renters and exchangers. Spanish is the main language, though English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels and restaurants.