Xalapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lake with a dock, surrounded by trees and a pink building.
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.
A wooden dock extending over calm water with boats docked, surrounded by a clear sky and buildings in the background.
A church with red domes and a bell tower.
A densely populated cityscape with colorful buildings under a cloudy sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Xalapa

Find the best Xalapa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.

Xalapa Centro

If you're spending some time in Xalapa Centro, Palacio de Gobierno and Palacio Municipal are top sights worth seeing.

3 de Mayo

While there might not be top attractions in 3 de Mayo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like State Theatre and Palacio de Gobierno.

Zona Universitaria

While visiting Zona Universitaria, you might make a stop by sights like Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos.

Mártires de Chicago

While Mártires de Chicago isn't home to many top sights, Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos are some notable places to visit nearby.

Obrero Campesina

While Obrero Campesina may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX) and State Theatre.

HB Xalapa

HB Xalapa

3.5 out of 5
Av. Lazaro Cardenas No. 9 Xalapa VER
The price is AU$98 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$98
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (780 reviews)
"Very convenient business Hotel. Practical, comfortable."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

HB Xalapa
Hotel María Victoria

Hotel María Victoria

3 out of 5
Zaragoza No. 6 Xalapa VER
The price is AU$43 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$43
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel María Victoria
Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara

Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara

3.5 out of 5
Av. Ruiz Cortines 912 Xalapa VER
The price is AU$108 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$108
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX) ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (657 reviews)
"La alberca el fria friaaaaaaaaaaaa, la comida es SUPER MALA y cara, puedes comer en todos lados que es increible, pero en el hotel NO!!!! en la noche si te da sed o hambre, no puedes comprar NADA y no te mandan NADA... las cobijas están rotas... la verdad no me gustó."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Gamma by Fiesta Americana Xalapa Nubara
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Hotel Posada Del Parque

Hotel Posada Del Parque

3 out of 5
Calle Miguel Palacios #7 Xalapa VER
Stay at this aparthotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pinacoteca Diego Rivera and Diego Rivera ...
Hotel Posada Del Parque
Loft with panoramic views of all of Xalapa

Loft with panoramic views of all of Xalapa

Xalapa-Enríquez Ver.
Stay at this apartment in Xalapa. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Macuiltepetl Ecological Park and Cave of Orchids are located nearby.
4.8/10 (3 reviews)
"There was zero communication with the host. Had to escalate with VRBO /Expedia to get a refund. This place is a complete scam. AVOID IT!"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Loft with panoramic views of all of Xalapa
Villas Tecuanpan Xalapa

Villas Tecuanpan Xalapa

Xalapa VER
Stay at this apartment in Xalapa. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker, air conditioning and a hot tub. Popular attractions IMAC Xalapa and Club Hípico Xalapa are located ...
Villas Tecuanpan Xalapa
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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.

Stay near popular Xalapa attractions

Xalapa Cathedral

9.0/10 (305 reviews)
Xalapa Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Xalapa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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Activities

Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec

Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec

AU$145
per adult
Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec
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