What is Downtown Guadalajara like?

Downtown Guadalajara is an historic neighbourhood known for its major shopping area and stunning cathedral. Make sure that you visit Plaza de Armas and Degollado Theater as part of your Downtown Guadalajara travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Guadalajara?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Plaza Genova Centro is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Guadalajara. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Guadalajara Cathedral, and it offers a restaurant and free valet parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Dali Ejecutivo and Hotel Portobelo .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Guadalajara area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Guadalajara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 200 Downtown Guadalajara hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Guadalajara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown Guadalajara.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Guadalajara?

Palacio de Gobierno, Templo de San Agustin and Rincon del Diablo are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Guadalajara. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Plaza de Armas and Degollado Theater are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Guadalajara include Biblioteca Iberoamericana Octavio Paz, Las Nueve Esquinas and Guadalajara Wax Museum. When you're sightseeing in Guadalajara, Guadalajara Plaza and Plaza de la Liberacion are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Guadalajara and the greater Guadalajara area?

If you want to see more of the city, Plaza Universidad Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Guadalajara Centro Station and Independencia Station.

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a historic building with a dome.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

Downtown Guadalajara

Jose

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious interior with high ceilings, arched columns, and a balcony overlooking the courtyard.

2. Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

Downtown Guadalajara

Alexandra

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area with armchairs and a sofa.

3. Hotel Real Maestranza

Downtown Guadalajara

Claudia

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

4. One Guadalajara Centro Histórico

Downtown Guadalajara

Rosmay Carolina

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

5. Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Downtown Guadalajara

Luis

RM249 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor dining area with green chairs and tables, a bar with a TV, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

6. Origen 438 Luxury Boutique Hotel

Downtown Guadalajara

Eduardo

RM381 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a hanging light fixture.

7. Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

Downtown Guadalajara

Teresa

RM316 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, a reception area, and a DALL Hotel Plaza sign.

8. Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Downtown Guadalajara

Adriana Magdalena Dorado

RM203 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A rooftop pool with a view of a historic tower, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

9. Hotel Santiago de Compostela

Downtown Guadalajara

Juan Ramon

RM224 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

10. Hotel Portobelo

Downtown Guadalajara

JAVIER

RM247 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Outdoor wooden tables with glasses of milk and various drinks, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a church spire.

11. Hotel Fenix

Downtown Guadalajara

Rafael

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, arched windows, and a central doorway.

12. Hotel De Mendoza

Downtown Guadalajara

Earl

RM334 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A restaurant with large windows, black wicker chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

13. Hotel Aló Degollado

Downtown Guadalajara

Ayleen

RM228 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a decorative structure with blue lighting.

14. Six Hotel Guadalajara Degollado

Downtown Guadalajara

Eliseo

RM173 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a large decorative centerpiece resembling a dragon.

15. Aranzazu Centro Historico Guadalajara

Downtown Guadalajara

Anthony

RM347 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, potted plants, and a glass entrance.

16. Hotel Totem Guadalajara

Downtown Guadalajara

Robert

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A lobby with a fountain, red and grey seating, and a chandelier.

17. Hotel Frances

Downtown Guadalajara

Jose

RM248 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a decorative lantern, and a view of the building's interior.

18. Palpatio Hotel Boutique

Downtown Guadalajara

cesar

RM395 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a large TV, and a potted plant.

19. Hotel Alcalà Centro

Downtown Guadalajara

Jonue

RM175 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a telephone, and a vase with flowers.

20. Hotel Casino Plaza

Downtown Guadalajara

HARVEY

RM272 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Guadalajara

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Origen 438 Luxury Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 602 reviews	View
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,213 reviews	View
Hotel Real Maestranza	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,328 reviews	View
Hotel Aló Degollado	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 350 reviews	View
Hotel Portobelo	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,032 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Guadalajara

Find the best Downtown Guadalajara areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A classical columned structure with a dome, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Guadalajara Centro

Double spires of the neo-Gothic cathedral rise above the central plaza beside a glorious rotunda and a majestic theater in this preserved historic district.

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Colonia Americana

If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

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Zona Expo

Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater.

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A circular water fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a road with vehicles.

Providencia

Providencia is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Punto Sao Paulo Shopping Center or Midtown Jalisco.

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A brightly lit archway with arches and columns, illuminated in red and white.

Zona Minerva

Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

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