Chapala Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chapala
Photo by Rubi Alvarado
Photo by Rubi Alvarado
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Photo by Anna Hooper

Where to stay in Chapala

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Ajijic Centro

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

Ajijic Centro
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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 Laguna Shopping Centre.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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La Floresta

La Floresta might not have many top sights, but Laguna Shopping Centre and Church of Ajijic are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Floresta
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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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Villa Nova

While Villa Nova isn't home to many top sights, Church of Ajijic and Laguna Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Villa Nova
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
The price is NZ$133 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$133
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (693 reviews)
"Limpio y excelente vista"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63, Ajijic, JAL
The price is NZ$111 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$111
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (242 reviews)
"Buen lugar para descansar."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hotel Real de Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Todo muy bien , solo la alberca privada un poco sucia , tuvimos que pedir que la limpiaran y nos salieron dos cucarachas muy grandes"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

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Hotel Real 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.
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. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"Rooms are very spacious I would fit more than two adults in a room. Loved the property big gardens"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Hotel Danza del Sol
Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.
Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.
Ajijic
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Church of Ajijic ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"We were thoroughly satisfied with our stay. The apartment is centrally located and convenient to all that Ajijic has to offer. Though we didn't cook there, the kitchen is very well-equipped. The bed was comfortable, and we felt right at home. The view from the rooftop is beautiful and it was convenient ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025

Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
3.5 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana, Ajijic, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Church of Ajijic are located ...
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
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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

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

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

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

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

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

Mezcala Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mezcala Island during your travels in Chapala. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mezcala Island

Activities

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

NZ$108
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

NZ$125
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Mural Art and the Muralist Movement in Mexico

Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico

NZ$83
per adult
Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

NZ$383
per traveller
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic
Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

NZ$67
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Main pier in Chapala ̈RINCONCITO DEL AMOR ̈

Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara

NZ$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara
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