Vallarta Poniente Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zoologico Guadalajara

Zoologico Guadalajara

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Zoologico Guadalajara home during your travels in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Zoologico Guadalajara
La Minerva featuring a hotel, a statue or sculpture and a pond

Minerva Roundabout

See the famous statue of a Roman goddess at this iconic fountain, which is a popular spot for locals to meet and celebrate sporting victories.

Minerva Roundabout
Telmex Auditorium

Telmex Auditorium

You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Telmex Auditorium
Metropolitan Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Guadalajara Cathedral

With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.

Guadalajara Cathedral
Basilica de Zapopan which includes a church or cathedral, a city and a square or plaza

Basilica de Zapopan

This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.

Basilica de Zapopan
El Parian showing dining out and café scenes

El Parian

Listen to mariachi bands and enjoy authentic local dishes in this lively square or shop for arts and crafts in this thriving cultural region.

El Parian

Activities

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

NZ$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura

NZ$83
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

NZ$93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

NZ$56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque guided tour

Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque guided tour

NZ$111
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque guided tour
From Guadalajara: Tequila town and CANTARITOS EL GÜERO

From Guadalajara: Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero

NZ$56
per adult
From Guadalajara: Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero
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Our pick of the best Vallarta Poniente Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara

5 out of 5
Av. Lopez Mateos 830 Col. Chapalita, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is NZ$246 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$246
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,008 reviews)
"Stay here is always so amazing!!! Service and people are great!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Velvet Plaza

Hotel Velvet Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Vallarta 2477, Colonia Arcos Vallarta, Guadalajara, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,215 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel . The staff was amazing. Best thing is Hotel was very clean and Safe. Will definitely go back there."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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Hotel Velvet Plaza
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,184 reviews)
"Todo muy bien! Me gustó todo sobre todo la ubicacion, y sus empleadios muy amables. Si tengo oportunidad de regresar a Guadalajara este seria mi primer opcion en hospedaje!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is NZ$68 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$68
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,593 reviews)
"I loved the service and friendliness of the staff, they were kind and helpful. The room was serviced and cleaned satisfactorily, however, the carpet was a"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Antré Chapultepec

Hotel Antré Chapultepec

3.5 out of 5
1390 Avenida Ignacio L Vallarta, Guadalajara, Jalisco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$133 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$133
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,130 reviews)
"Business trip - Alexa/Echo kept waking me up but you can configure that servive and profit from it. Only one setting on AC which is cold ad"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Antré Chapultepec
Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport

3.5 out of 5
Carr. Guadalajara Chapala Km 17.5, Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, JAL
The price is NZ$342 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$342
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,014 reviews)
"Third time staying since they opened the property and for being brand name of Hilton properties the they should change all bathrooms linen. ( Really cheap and ruff towels) I've stayed in other hotels at a lower level in price and the lines are a lot nicer and softer. So for what customers get charged ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Vallarta Poniente

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Chapalita

Chapalita is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Glorieta Chapalita and La Estampida Sculpture while in the area.

Chapalita
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Jardines del Bosque

When in Jardines del Bosque, you can plan a visit to Minerva Roundabout and Applicant Service Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardines del Bosque
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Zona Expo

Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater.

Zona Expo
La Minerva featuring a hotel, a statue or sculpture and a pond

Zona Minerva

Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

Zona Minerva
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Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.

Lafayette
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Santa Teresita

Though Santa Teresita may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center.

Santa Teresita

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