Chapala

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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

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 Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club.

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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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
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63, Ajijic, JAL
The price is HK$446 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
HK$446
HK$554 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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! (262 reviews)
Great place to stay at Ajijic
"Place is worth every dollar. If you like a calm and relaxing place its gotta be here at Ajijic"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the hotel but the beds were too firm / stiff / hard"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

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Hotel Real de Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890, Chapala, JAL
The price is HK$744 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
HK$744
HK$893 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (718 reviews)
"💖"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
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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.
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! (486 reviews)
"Loved everything."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 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 Ajijic Malecón ...
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.
ANANA Rancho San Rafael

ANANA Rancho San Rafael

3.5 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana, Ajijic, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
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

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

After visiting Church of Ajijic, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Church of Ajijic

Things to do

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

HK$742
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Enjoy Lake Chapala

Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara

HK$312
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chapala Ajijic Area Tour from Guadalajara
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

HK$1,639
per adult
Private Full-Day Trip to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara
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San Juan Cosala

San Juan Cosala

Jocotepec

Jocotepec