Chapala

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A panorama of mountains and lake with the sunset as background. Clouds and blue sky with trees and colors
Boat in the water, scenery of mountains and sea. Feeling of grandeur, solitude.
Landscape of a pier over Lake Chapala during the sunset in Mexico
Amazing shot of the pelicans in the Chapala´s Lake. the lake is covered with fog and pelicans are resting on the watter, in the background there is a mountain and some clouds in the sky.
PHOTOGRAPHY WITH DRONE IN LAKE CHAPALA JALISCO MEXICO

Where to stay in Chapala

Life around the largest freshwater lake in Mexico, Lake Chapala

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 Chula Vista Country Club and Monte Coxala Spa.

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
San Antonio Tlayacapan Church.

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 Chapala Malecon.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
Sunset over a lake with clouds and colors in the sky. A lake from Mexico named Chapala.

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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La Floresta

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

La Floresta
Sunset over a lake with clouds and colors in the sky. A lake from Mexico named Chapala.

Chapala Haciendas

While Chapala Haciendas isn't home to many top sights, Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club 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 RM337 per night from 10 May to 11 May
RM337
RM408 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (819 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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 RM271 per night from 29 May to 30 May
RM271
RM328 total
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (352 reviews)
We enjoyed the location for walking to places. The property is very pretty and our room had a nice lake view.

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hotel Real de Chapala

Hotel Real de Chapala

3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20 Ajijic JAL
The price is RM574 per night from 29 May to 30 May
RM574
RM694 total
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
I liked this hotel. The scenery of the lake and swimming pools/outdoor areas are spectacular and the meals are first class. Very much an upscale setting and worthy of a corporate event. The staff was very friendly and super accommodating for a couple of changes I needed. The hotel is very well kept ...

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Hotel Real de Chapala
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Hotel Danza del Sol

Hotel Danza del Sol

3 out of 5
Zaragoza #165 Ajijic JAL
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (529 reviews)
Very relaxing hotel. Staff very friendly.

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Hotel Danza del Sol
Lirio, Ajijic

Lirio, Ajijic

3 out of 5
Ocampo 71 Ajijic JAL
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Excelente

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Lirio, Ajijic
ANANA Rancho San Rafael

ANANA Rancho San Rafael

3.5 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana Ajijic JAL
Stay at this villa in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located nearby.
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
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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

Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center during your stay in Chapala. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center

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

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

Lomas de Chapala Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in San Nicolás de Ibarra at Lomas de Chapala Country Club. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Lomas de Chapala Country Club

Things to do

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

RM376
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

RM349
per adult
Full Day at Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
CHAPALA

Tour al Rancho Vicente Fernandez, Chapala y Tlaquepaque

RM605
per adult
Tour al Rancho Vicente Fernandez, Chapala y Tlaquepaque
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic

RM909
per traveller
Private Tour Tonala Chapala Vicente Fernandez and Ajijic
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

RM830
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

RM1,143
per adult
Private Tour to Finca Estramancia Vineyard and the Chapala Riviera
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A panorama of mountains and lake with the sunset as background. Clouds and blue sky with trees and colors

Ajijic