Chapala Centro Travel Guide

Chapala

A coastal cityscape with a prominent church, a marina with boats, and a bridge connecting to an island.

Stay near popular Chapala Centro attractions

Chapala Malecon

9.2/10 (255 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

£60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

£81
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Mural Art and the Muralist Movement in Mexico

Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico

£37
per adult
Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico
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Top hotels in Chapala Centro

Plaza Chapala Hotel

Plaza Chapala Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Francisco I. Madero 232 Chapala JAL
The price is £93 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£93
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country ...
9/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
"very good location, love it"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Plaza Chapala Hotel
Casa Vida Bella

Casa Vida Bella

3 out of 5
31 Acapulco Chapala Centro Chapala JAL
The price is £45 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
£45
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club are located ...
8/10 Very good! (35 reviews)
"Excelente 👌 estancia me encanto el lugar limpio y muy tranquilo"

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Casa Vida Bella
Hotel Villa San Francisco

Hotel Villa San Francisco

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Ramón Corona #16 Chapala JAL
Stay at this spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club ...
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Hotel Villa San Francisco
Casa Hidalgo Hideaway

Casa Hidalgo Hideaway

Chapala Jalisco
The price is £102 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£102
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Chapala. Enjoy balconies, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas Chapala and Chapala Malecon ...
4/10 (1 review)
"Place was near the center of Chapala. House could have been better for what was paid. We paid too much for little ammenteties. No hot water for shower as well as low pressure. Loud noises every night. Multiple items broken; sink knobs, towel racks, shower heads. TV hardly worked with little channel/stream ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Casa Hidalgo Hideaway
Nice small apartment with fast WiFi in Chapala

Nice small apartment with fast WiFi in Chapala

Chapala Jal.
The price is £78 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£78
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"I love this apartment smack in the middle of the town where you can walk to the Plaza for breakfast/lunch or dinner the church is close the Malecón is also walking distance honestly you can’t need a car if you stay here but in case you do the host will offer an exclusive parking for a medium SUV ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Nice small apartment with fast WiFi in Chapala
Hangar Inn Guadalajara Aeropuerto

Hangar Inn Guadalajara Aeropuerto

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara - Chapala 200 Tlajomulco de Zúñiga JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £73 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
£73
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hangar Inn Guadalajara Aeropuerto
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Where to stay in Chapala Centro

Find the best Chapala Centro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a marina, mountains in the background, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A church with a bell tower, blue and white decorations, and a stone archway.

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.

A river with a stone bridge, a statue, and a boat.

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.

A sunset over a calm lake with mountains in the background.

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.

A sunset over a calm lake with mountains in the background.

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 Centro Travel Guide

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