Chapala Travel Guide

Tourist 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

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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Villa Nova

While Villa Nova isn't home to many top sights, Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Villa Nova
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
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! (712 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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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 AU$122 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$122
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (248 reviews)
"Buen lugar para descansar."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 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
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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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 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! (477 reviews)
"This place was huge and quiet"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 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 25 Jul. 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 10 Feb. 2025

Casita colorida in Ajijic Centro
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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

You can find out about the history of Ajijic with a trip to Church of Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Church of Ajijic

Activities

Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

AU$61
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

AU$145
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
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