What's it like in Old Town Veracruz?

Old Town Veracruz is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its historic landmarks. Make sure that you visit Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour as part of your Old Town Veracruz travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Old Town Veracruz?

Based on our traveller data, Gran Hotel Diligencias is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town Veracruz. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Veracruz Harbour, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Emporio Veracruz Hotel and Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz .

How many hotels are there in Old Town Veracruz?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Town Veracruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Veracruz area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Veracruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Town Veracruz.

What is there to do around this Veracruz neighbourhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Naval Historical Museum, Museo de la Ciudad de Veracruz or City Museum during your stay in Old Town Veracruz. Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Veracruz include Cascada el Encanto, Teatro de la Reforma and Centro Cultural Atarazanas. While you're out sightseeing in Veracruz, make sure that you visit other sights such as Fototeca or Parque Zamora.

How can I get around Old Town Veracruz and the greater Veracruz area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Veracruz Central Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.

Top 10 Old Town Veracruz Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Old Town Veracruz hotels

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1. Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Old Town Veracruz

Abril

RM374 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A swimming pool with a view of a white building with a dome, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

2. Gran Hotel Diligencias

Old Town Veracruz

Fernando Diaz

RM171 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

3. Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon

Old Town Veracruz

Adriana

RM351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance with arched windows.

4. Veracruz Centro Histórico

Old Town Veracruz

Jesse

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A swimming pool with a pergola, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

5. Hotel Baluarte

Old Town Veracruz

Martin

RM186 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An architectural corridor with arches and a balcony railing, leading to a building with a clock tower.

6. Holiday Inn Express Veracruz Centro Historico

Old Town Veracruz

Pablo

RM371 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea, two white plastic chairs, and a small table.

7. Hotel Royalty

Old Town Veracruz

Gustavo

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL MAR Y TIERRA" along a waterfront.

8. Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

Old Town Veracruz

Jesus Cutberto Arenas

RM194 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a round wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a small table with a telephone.

9. Hotel Meson del Mar

Old Town Veracruz

David

RM224 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hallway with a sign indicating an emergency exit, a door with a window, and a tiled floor.

10. Hotel Reforma

Old Town Veracruz

Daniel

RM83 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, palm trees lining the sidewalk, and a clear sky.

11. Hotel Oriente

Old Town Veracruz

Ian Michael

RM112 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with four beds arranged in a row, each with a pillow and a bedside table.

12. Hotel Santaner Veracruz Centro Historico

Old Town Veracruz

CARLOS

RM133 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

13. Hotel Posada del Carmen

Old Town Veracruz

Angel

RM145 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

14. Ruiz Milán Hotel

Old Town Veracruz

Daniel

RM190 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

15. EMS Hoteles Centro Histórico

Old Town Veracruz

MARIA H De La

RM187 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A long, well-lit hallway with tiled floors, a staircase on the left, and framed artwork on the walls.

16. Hotel Dorado Malecon & Playa

Old Town Veracruz

Ali

RM105 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A lobby with a reception desk, a green sofa, a chandelier, and a floral mural.

17. Hotel Trianon

Old Town Veracruz

Raymundo Alfaro alvarez

RM167 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a stone-patterned wall.

18. Hotel Meson del Barrio

Old Town Veracruz

Rachel

RM167 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a table with magazines, a potted plant, and a poster on the wall.

19. Hotel El Faro Veracruz

Old Town Veracruz

leandro

RM100 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a red accent wall.

20. Hotel Capri Playa

Old Town Veracruz

Fernando

RM116 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Old Town Veracruz

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emporio Veracruz Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,050 reviews	View
Veracruz Centro Histórico	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Hotel Baluarte	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Gran Hotel Diligencias	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,246 reviews	View
Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

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Malecon

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A waterfront promenade with a central plaza, a clock tower, and modern buildings.

Zona Centro

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Ignacio Zaragoza

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