Chapala

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Chapala

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Chapala Centro

While visiting Chapala Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Chapala Malecon and Lake Chapala.

Chapala Centro
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San Antonio Tlayacapan

While San Antonio Tlayacapan isn't home to many top sights, Chula Vista Country Club and Laguna Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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Riberas del Pilar

Though Riberas del Pilar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Chula Vista Country Club and Chapala Malecon.

Riberas del Pilar
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Los Sabinos

Los Sabinos might not have many top sights, but Church of Ajijic and Monte Coxala Spa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Sabinos
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Chapala Haciendas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapala Haciendas and surrounding area, you can visit Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club.

Chapala Haciendas
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Villa Nova

While there might not be top attractions in Villa Nova, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Church of Ajijic and Laguna Shopping Centre.

Villa Nova
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,798 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
P3,798
P4,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)
"Impossible to connect to wifi. The staff gave as excuse that the hotel was full. They were not helpful and they could have been nicer."

Reviewed on Mar 14, 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 P3,606 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P3,606
P4,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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! (214 reviews)
"Excellent services and very well maintained property."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 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
The price is P6,549 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
P6,549
P7,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
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! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice elegant hotel
"Great patio facing the lake with 2 pools. Very quiet. 15-minute walk to restaurants"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

Hotel Real de Chapala
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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! (444 reviews)
"Rooms are very spacious I would fit more than two adults in a room. Loved the property big gardens"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

Hotel Danza del Sol
Mexico Eldorado 106
Mexico Eldorado 106
3.5 out of 5
98 Lib. A Chapala, Ajijic, Jal.
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Ajijic Malecón and Monte Coxala Spa are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The condo is gorgeous, very clean and well stocked. One of the most beautiful condos we have stayed in. Communication was difficult and this could be improved by having a phone number to call or text instead of relying on email. It took days and almost a dozen emails to get late check out approved. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024

Mexico Eldorado 106
Exclusive House with Lake Chapala Access
Exclusive House with Lake Chapala Access
3 out of 5
4 Tío Domingo, Chapala, JAL
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ajijic Malecón and Monte Coxala Spa are located ...
Exclusive House with Lake Chapala Access
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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

Laguna Shopping Centre

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

Laguna Shopping Centre

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

Church of Ajijic

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

Church of Ajijic

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

Things to do

Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

P2,290
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

P4,293
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

P13,165
per traveler
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

P12,054
per adult
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

P3,390
per adult
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera

Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera

P13,483
per adult
Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera
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San Juan Cosala

San Juan Cosala