Chapala Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Chapala

Where to stay in Chapala

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Chapala Centro

If you're spending some time in Chapala Centro, Chapala Malecon and Lake Chapala are top sights worth seeing.

Chapala Centro
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San Antonio Tlayacapan

While San Antonio Tlayacapan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chula Vista Country Club and Church of Ajijic.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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Riberas del Pilar

While Riberas del Pilar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chula Vista Country Club and Chapala Malecon.

Riberas del Pilar
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Chapala Haciendas

While Chapala Haciendas isn't home to many top sights, Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chapala Haciendas
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Los Sabinos

While Los Sabinos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Church of Ajijic and Monte Coxala Spa.

Los Sabinos
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Villa Nova

While Villa Nova isn't home to many top sights, Church of Ajijic and Monte Coxala Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Villa Nova
Hotel Memora Chapala
Hotel Memora Chapala
3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
The price is NZ$150 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$150
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
"The pool water was warm, safe for children and the hotel offered food/drinks at poolside for purchase"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

Hotel Memora Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL
The price is NZ$256 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$256
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Tobolandia ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (889 reviews)
"We stayed here while visiting family. They do not speak English so be prepared for that. The facilities and people are wonderful. The food is OK, not great. The pool is fantastic but if you are there like us during a Mexican spring break or holiday, be prepared there is not enough seating. Actually ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Real de Chapala
Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
3.5 out of 5
57 Paseo de La Huerta, Ajijic, JAL
The price is NZ$322 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$322
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Tobolandia ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (33 reviews)
"Such a cute hotel, nice and quiet area. Good amenities, the staff are friendly and welcoming"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2024

Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
Ajijic
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Church of Ajijic are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Didn’t want to leave.
"Great location, great hospitality and the apartment had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 31 May 2023

The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
Hotel Danza del Sol
Hotel Danza del Sol
3 out of 5
Zaragoza #165, Ajijic, JAL
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and ...
8/10 Very Good! (385 reviews)
"The grounds are beautiful and the rooms are huge. All of the staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2024

Hotel Danza del Sol
Casa Rustica de Chapala
Casa Rustica de Chapala
Chapala
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"I didn’t have internet so it was hard to comunícate to get the key"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2023

Casa Rustica de Chapala
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Ajijic Malecón

After visiting Ajijic Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Ajijic Malecón
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Chapala Malecon

Find out about the history of Chapala with a stop at Chapala Malecon. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Chapala Malecon
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Chula Vista Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ajijic at Chula Vista Country Club. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Chula Vista Country Club
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Church of Ajijic

You can find out about the history of Ajijic with a trip to Church of Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Church of Ajijic
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Laguna Shopping Centre

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Laguna Shopping Centre during your stay in Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Laguna Shopping Centre
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Tobolandia

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tobolandia as part of your trip to Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Tobolandia

Activities

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Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

NZ$123
Per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
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Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

NZ$373
Per adult
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic
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Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

NZ$75
Per adult
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
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Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara

NZ$73
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara
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Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

NZ$341
Per adult
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
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Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

NZ$111
Per adult
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
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