Chapala

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Chapala
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Where to stay in Chapala

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Chapala Centro

4/5(1 area review)

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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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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Los Sabinos

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Los Sabinos might not have many top sights, but Monte Coxala Spa and Sierra De San Juan Cosala are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Sabinos
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Rancho del Oro

Rancho del Oro might not have many top sights, but Monte Coxala Spa and Laguna Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rancho del Oro
Hotel Real de Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL
The price is AED 395 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
AED 395
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay, I wasn't feeling very well (stomach flu) sp the quiet helped and let me rest for another hour or two after checkout ..."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Hotel Real de Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
The price is AED 237 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
AED 237
AED 284 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
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! (579 reviews)
"The hotel up in a hill, the view is espectacular! Clean and staff is excellent!"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
3.5 out of 5
57 Paseo de La Huerta, Ajijic, JAL
The price is AED 645 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
AED 645
AED 774 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Laguna Shopping Centre and Church ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
"Such a cute hotel, nice and quiet area. Good amenities, the staff are friendly and welcoming"

Reviewed on 2 April 2024

Nimue Marina Residence & Hotel Boutique
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! (417 reviews)
"For the most part it was great, have to remember that it is MEXICO. A bit noisy. Had to turn on the water heater and pull out and plug in the refrigerator but it served its purpose. Clean, spacious, and traditional. I’ve stayed here in the past and would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 30 November 2024

Hotel Danza del Sol
The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
Ajijic
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Church of Ajijic and Ajijic Malecón are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Only complaint is traffic noise.
"I like the way no body bothered me. Close to lake."

Reviewed on 5 September 2024

The room it self accessed by a complety private entrance , new matress
Rancho San Rafael
Rancho San Rafael
3 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana, Ajijic, Jal.
Stay at this 3-star villa in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Church of Ajijic and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
6.4/10 (5 reviews)
"Bathrooms need to be more clean and beds need linens along with towels need to be in newer condition. Everything needs to be checked before a new party comes in because 1/3 bathrooms shower and sink were super dirty."

Reviewed on 15 October 2024

Rancho San Rafael
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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Reviews of Chapala

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Easy to walk. We had some great food and found the locals welcoming.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Spent more time in Ajijic and liked that town.