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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Ajijic Centro

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

Ajijic Centro
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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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La Floresta

Though La Floresta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club.

La Floresta
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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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Lourdes

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

Lourdes
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63, Ajijic, JAL
The price is CA $94 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $94
CA $113 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
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! (253 reviews)
"Lake is 20 yards away. Lots of shops open late night a block or two away. Attentive staff."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 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 CA $137 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $137
CA $167 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Fit perfect the needs for the type of hotels i need for my business."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 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 CA $121 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
CA $121
CA $147 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (715 reviews)
"I like that this property is very safe and clean."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
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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.
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! (480 reviews)
"This place was huge and quiet"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Hotel Danza del Sol
Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.

Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.

Ajijic
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Church of Ajijic ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
We had the best of times.
"The house was great. The location is great. Next to lots of eating establishments. Near 2 banks (ATMs). Near the Lake Chapala Society, all within 5 or 6 blocks. The neighbors and neighborhood are so friendly and kind. The host was on it. When we needed anything, he made sure his on call maintenance ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025

Stay in the center of Ajijic. Enjoy a rooftop with a view.
Casita colorida in Ajijic Centro

Casita colorida in Ajijic Centro

Ajijic
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Church of Ajijic are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (18 reviews)
If you want to enjoy tranquility this is the place to be
"Its a very peaceful place very close to everything we will come back"

Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2025

Casita colorida in Ajijic Centro
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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

4/5(30 reviews)

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

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

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

Church of Ajijic

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Things to do

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

CA $131
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

CA $55
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

CA $289
per adult
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
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