El Arenal Holidays

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Your El Arenal Holiday

When you book an El Arenal holiday package, you can kick back and enjoy your escape to the fullest. Discover the best things about this lively city knowing that all your travel needs have been organised before you go. Fill your trip to El Arenal with tours of some of its most popular attractions. First up? Make a beeline for Parque Mirador Dr. Atl. Whatever your travel plans or the size of your budget, organising a tailored El Arenal holiday is simple with Expedia.

El Arenal Holiday

El Arenal Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Mexican pesos
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)
Population
11,600
Max Temp Winter
27ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Forest of the Spring, Jose Cuervo® & Agave Fields and Guachimontones Archaelogical Site

Our pick of the best El Arenal Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
5 out of 5
Av. Lopez Mateos 830 Col. Chapalita, Guadalajara, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$199 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$199
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (3,852 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$54 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$54
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,357 reviews)
"Hotel is old but served its purpose. We were on the 5th floor facing the street at first and the vehicles didn’t let us sleep. In the morning the construction started right on top of our room. Went and asked for a different room and they switched us right away. The other room was better."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Antré Chapultepec
Hotel Antré Chapultepec
3.5 out of 5
1390 Avenida Ignacio L Vallarta, Guadalajara, Jalisco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$94 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$94
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,807 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Hotel Antré Chapultepec
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What to do in El Arenal

Vip Tequila Experience

Vip Tequila Experience

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vip Tequila Experience
Full Day Guided Tour of Tequila and Amatitan with Tasting

Full Day Guided Tour of Tequila and Amatitan with Tasting

AU$65
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full Day Guided Tour of Tequila and Amatitan with Tasting
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

AU$115
per adult
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an El Arenal holiday package cost?
You can grab a holiday package to this popular destination on Expedia. However, how much your holiday to El Arenal costs will depend on the length of stay, hotel choice and season.
What are the cheapest months to go to El Arenal?
If you're hoping to snag a cheap El Arenal holiday package, consider planning a trip in August, September and October. You're likely to find lower prices on accommodation and flights during these months --- perfect for a budget-friendly getaway.
How many days is enough for El Arenal?
Typically, a handful of days is enough to see the top attractions during your El Arenal holiday. But if you prefer to have more time to rest or go on day tours, consider extending your itinerary.
How to find the best El Arenal package deals?
Use Expedia's filter tool to help you find some tempting El Arenal package deals. When you start your search, simply set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your trip for midweek, or browse for El Arenal package deals in the off-season. Play around with your travel dates and you may score even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to lock in your holiday package as early as possible.
Is it cheaper to book an El Arenal holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could score you significant savings when compared to booking hotels and flights individually. Better still, you can customise your El Arenal trip to fit your exact needs. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Browse our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to El Arenal?
Score incredible bargains by booking your flights ahead of time with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your thing, grab one of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment El Arenal escape.
How to plan a trip to El Arenal?

  1. Pick the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, favourite season and the type of weather you enjoy can all impact your decision on when to go to El Arenal.
  2. Budget wisely: As well as the price of your accommodation, you should factor in other expenses too. These include food, flights and transportation. Also, put aside some extra funds for unexpected expenses that could crop up during your trip to El Arenal.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on El Arenal, you can figure out the ideal length of your holiday. Create a draft itinerary and give yourself enough time for all the things you want to do.
  4. Bundle your hotel and flights: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to find an El Arenal holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.