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

If you're spending some time in Chapala Centro, Chapala Malecon and Lake Chapala are top sights worth seeing.

Chapala Centro
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San Antonio Tlayacapan

While San Antonio Tlayacapan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Laguna Shopping Centre and Church of Ajijic.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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Riberas del Pilar

While Riberas del Pilar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chapala Malecon and Laguna Shopping Centre.

Riberas del Pilar
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Los Sabinos

While Los Sabinos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Church of Ajijic and Monte Coxala Spa.

Los Sabinos
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Lourdes

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

Lourdes
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Chapala Haciendas

While Chapala Haciendas isn't home to many top sights, Chapala Malecon and Laguna Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chapala Haciendas
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
The price is S$106 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
S$106
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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! (613 reviews)
Nice location.
"We stayed in one of the villas. The parking was pretty tight. Being built on the side of the mountain can be tough! Had an issue with the water quality but management was very responsive to any issues. Had a kitchen but the cooking equipment was very limited was the only real issue. No corkscrew! ..."

Reviewed on 25 Feb,2025

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL
The price is S$182 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
S$182
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
Very nice hotel
"It was great"

Reviewed on 10 Mar,2025

Hotel Real de Chapala
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63, Ajijic, JAL
The price is S$100 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
S$100
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
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! (206 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a lovely town close to the Malecón."

Reviewed on 12 Mar,2025

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
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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! (438 reviews)
"As with most of central Mexico language can be difficult even with young people. Hotel rooms and grounds are great."

Reviewed on 10 Feb,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 26 Sep,2024

Mexico Eldorado 106
Exclusive House with Lake Chapala Access
Exclusive House with Lake Chapala Access
3 out of 5
4 Tío Domingo, San Antonio Tlayacapan, 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

Church of Ajijic

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

Church of Ajijic

Laguna Shopping Centre

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Laguna Shopping Centre during your stay in 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

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

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

S$90
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

S$54
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Full Day Tour in Finca Estramancia Vineyard with stop in Chapala

Full Day Tour in Finca Estramancia Vineyard with stop in Chapala

S$390
per adult
Full Day Tour in Finca Estramancia Vineyard with stop in Chapala
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Ajijic

Ajijic

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