Chapala

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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

While Ajijic Centro 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 Chula Vista Country Club.

Ajijic Centro
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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 Chula Vista Country Club and Laguna Shopping Centre.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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La Floresta

La Floresta might not have many top sights, but Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Floresta
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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 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
Hotel Real de Chapala

Hotel Real de Chapala

3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Muy familiar, limpios, se esmeran en recepción, el único detalle es... el restaurante, los meseros deficientes, no atienden, ni siquiera haay servilletas en la mesas. muy buena la comida y las personas que atienden el bufette son muy amables. capaciten a los meseros"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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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 RM345 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
RM345
RM413 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (724 reviews)
"💖"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 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 RM293 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
RM293
RM352 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (268 reviews)
Great place to stay at Ajijic
"Place is worth every dollar. If you like a calm and relaxing place its gotta be here at Ajijic"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 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! (491 reviews)
"Amazing hotel in Ajijic, It’s about 55 away from Guadalajata airport with no traffic. Easy check in, great WiFi, hot water and comfortable bed. Beautiful gardens and it looks like an hacienda."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hotel Danza del Sol
ANANA Rancho San Rafael

ANANA Rancho San Rafael

3.5 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana, Ajijic, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
Large Ajijic 2 Bedroom Retreat With Modern Amenities & Centrally Located

Large Ajijic 2 Bedroom Retreat With Modern Amenities & Centrally Located

2 out of 5
Chapala
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Chula Vista Country Club are located nearby.
Large Ajijic 2 Bedroom Retreat With Modern Amenities & Centrally Located
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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 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

Church of Ajijic

After visiting Church of Ajijic, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in 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

RM402
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

RM973
per traveller
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic
Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

RM169
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

RM272
per adult
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

RM889
per adult
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera

Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera

RM1,087
per adult
Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera
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Ajijic

Ajijic