Xalapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Paseo de los Lagos in Xalapa, Mexico
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.
Paseo de los lagos, Veracruz
A church with red domes and a bell tower.
A densely populated cityscape with colorful buildings under a cloudy sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Xalapa

Find the best Xalapa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.

Xalapa Centro

If you're spending some time in Xalapa Centro, Palacio de Gobierno and Paseo de los Lagos Park 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 Palacio de Gobierno.

Mártires de Chicago

While Mártires de Chicago isn't home to many top sights, Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos are some notable places to visit nearby.

Zona Universitaria

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

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$116 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$116
15 Aug - 16 Aug
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (760 reviews)
"Limpio, cama súper confortable, tuvimos una estancia muy agradable, volvería a quedarme aquí con gusto."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

HB Xalapa
Hotel Balcón del Parque

Hotel Balcón del Parque

3 out of 5
Rafael Ramírez Xalapa VER
The price is NZ$127 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$127
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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
Hotel María Victoria

Hotel María Victoria

3 out of 5
Zaragoza No. 6 Xalapa VER
The price is NZ$68 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$68
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (919 reviews)
"Great location, for a great price."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Hotel María Victoria
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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 Pinacoteca Diego Rivera and Diego Rivera ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"Muy atentos, tuve una dificultad con el Internet y me ayudaron a solucionarlo, muy atentos."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Hotel Posada Del Parque
Loft with panoramic views of all of Xalapa

Loft with panoramic views 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 panoramic views of all of Xalapa
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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 Pinacoteca Diego ...
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Stay near popular Xalapa attractions

Xalapa Cathedral

9.0/10 (305 reviews)
Xalapa Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Xalapa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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Activities

Live a great experience in the must-see points of this beautiful Magical Town

The Chocolate House and the Cookie

NZ$50
per adult
The Chocolate House and the Cookie
Coffee Museum and Coffee Tour el Cafe-tal apan

Coffee Museum and Coffee Tour el Cafe-tal apan

NZ$94
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Coffee Museum and Coffee Tour el Cafe-tal apan
Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec

Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec

NZ$172
per adult
Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec
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