Xalapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A church with red domes and a bell tower.
A lake with a dock, surrounded by trees and a pink building.
A densely populated cityscape with colorful buildings under a cloudy sky.
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.
A wooden dock extending over calm water with boats docked, surrounded by a clear sky and buildings in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Xalapa

Find the best Xalapa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Xalapa Centro

If you're spending some time in Xalapa Centro, Palacio Municipal and Palacio de Gobierno are top sights worth seeing.

3 de Mayo

While there might not be top attractions in 3 de Mayo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like State Theatre and Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX).

Zona Universitaria

While visiting Zona Universitaria, you might make a stop by sights like Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos.

Mártires de Chicago

While Mártires de Chicago isn't home to many top sights, Xalapeno Stadium and Plaza Las Animas Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fuentes de Las Animas

Fuentes de Las Animas might not have many top sights, but Plaza Las Animas Mall and Interactive Museum of Xalapa (MIX) are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

HB Xalapa

HB Xalapa

3.5 out of 5
Av. Lazaro Cardenas No. 9 Xalapa VER
The price is NZ$118 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
NZ$118
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
HB Xalapa
Hotel Balcón del Parque

Hotel Balcón del Parque

3 out of 5
Rafael Ramírez Xalapa VER
The price is NZ$122 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
NZ$122
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Los Tecajetes Park and State Theatre are located ...
Hotel Balcón del Parque
Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara

Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara

3.5 out of 5
Av. Ruiz Cortines 912 Xalapa VER
The price is NZ$129 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$129
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX) ...
Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara
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 Posada Del Parque

Hotel Posada Del Parque

3 out of 5
Calle Miguel Palacios #7 Xalapa VER
Stay at this aparthotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Diego Rivera Gallery and Museo Casa de ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (98 reviews)
"Great location, staff, and cleanliness. The parking lot is about three or four blocks away, which is somewhat inconvenient if you’re driving. We’ll stay there again on our next trip."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hotel Posada Del Parque
Tu lugar ideal

Tu lugar ideal

Xalapa-Enríquez Ver.
Stay at this apartment in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Museo Casa de Xalapa and Diego Rivera ...
Tu lugar ideal
Loft with a panoramic view of all of Xalapa

Loft with a panoramic view of all of Xalapa

Xalapa-Enríquez Ver.
Stay at this apartment in Xalapa. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Macuiltepetl Ecological Park and Cave of Orchids are located nearby.
4.8/10 (3 reviews)
"There was zero communication with the host. Had to escalate with VRBO /Expedia to get a refund. This place is a complete scam. AVOID IT!"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Loft with a panoramic view of all of Xalapa
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.

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