Title: Vallarta Poniente Travel Guide: Best of Vallarta Poniente, Guadalajara Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Vallarta Poniente](https://expedia.co.uk/Vallarta-Poniente-Hotels.d553248635975357447.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Guadalajara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Guadalajara.d1295.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Guadalajara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Guadalajara.d1295.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Vallarta Poniente Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vallarta-Poniente.d553248635975357447.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vallarta Poniente Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vallarta-Poniente.d553248635975357447.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vallarta Poniente Travel Guide ## Guadalajara ## Visit Vallarta Poniente Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Guadalajara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Guadalajara.dx1295) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Guadalajara_ExpoGuadalajara_6075748_4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075748/23a2416f-1991-4812-98ef-4344e7233c9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Expo Guadalajara During your trip, find out what's happening in Expo Guadalajara, a top convention centre in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Expo-Guadalajara-Zona-Expo.d6075748.Attraction) ![Auditorio Telmex on a cloudy day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12114/14dabc1d-25c3-4de9-ac82-168f909a1e68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Telmex Auditorium You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Telmex-Auditorium-Guadalajara.d553248621532629872.Attraction) ![View of Cozumel tower in Central square, Quintana Roo, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250417/225b4305-baf6-4be1-a773-867e9cd3844a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza del Sol 4/5(3 reviews) During your visit to Zapopan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza del Sol. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Del-Sol-Zona-Expo.d6250417.Attraction) ![Metropolitan Cathedral showing night scenes, a church or cathedral and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075704/834b8bc2-394d-4b7d-b0d8-57820d7218c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guadalajara Cathedral 5/5(1 review) With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guadalajara-Cathedral-Downtown-Guadalajara.d6075704.Attraction) ![Basilica de Zapopan featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075686/51a85802-023c-4c49-8860-9a4b522bf180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Basilica de Zapopan 4/5(2 reviews) This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basilica-De-Zapopan-Centro-Zapopan.d6075686.Attraction) ![Guadalajara_ZoologicoGuadalajara_6075688_3](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075688/d3db9b98-5ae3-44c6-b64c-13262522c3c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zoologico Guadalajara Visit the native and exotic animals who call Zoologico Guadalajara home during your travels in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zoologico-Guadalajara-Guadalajara.d6075688.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46591400/b337969e-aad7-4b54-9df1-0254b51963e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos £58 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-in-tequila-with-tasting-and-party-in-cantaritos.a46591400.activity-details) ![Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48248455/69434e91-eb61-4680-a458-e430dc0f6b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura £38 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mazamitla-tour-from-guadalajara-visiting-mundo-aventura.a48248455.activity-details) ![From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48355301/f13b2070-47a3-447e-8299-64c5ddc307e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-guadalajara-to-chapala-lake-funny-and-cultural-tour.a48355301.activity-details) ![Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47358489/867eff21-5d58-4923-94ad-b2b9677a68d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara £42 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/complete-tour-on-the-tequila-route-from-guadalajara.a47358489.activity-details) ![From Guadalajara: Tequila town and CANTARITOS EL GÜERO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47846920/b53cc9b5-1c61-4932-b9e0-264530e479f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Guadalajara: Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-guadalajara-tequila-town-and-cantaritos-el-guero.a47846920.activity-details) ![Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524682/9ac472a7-a2ab-4420-87a2-1c67f9551351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour £34 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guadalajara-mexican-charro-and-charreada-cultural-tour.a4524682.activity-details) [See all activities in Guadalajara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Guadalajara.d1295.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Vallarta Poniente ![Fiesta Americana Guadalajara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15700/15644/3d5386f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fiesta Americana Guadalajara Calle Aurelio Aceves 225 Guadalajara JAL £89 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,045 reviews) Everything Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=15644&PinnedHotelID=15644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4297400/4297366/20e5460a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara Av. Lopez Mateos 830 Col. Chapalita Guadalajara JAL £109 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,233 reviews) Staff was very helpful and nice Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=4297366&PinnedHotelID=4297366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) ![Hotel Dali Ejecutivo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3730000/3725100/3725028/84618e17_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Dali Ejecutivo Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro Guadalajara JAL Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,587 reviews) All of the above Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3725028&PinnedHotelID=3725028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3725028&PinnedHotelID=3725028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) ![Hotel Velvet Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20155900/20155809/ce9af8b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Velvet Plaza Avenida Vallarta 2477 Guadalajara JAL £53 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,632 reviews) Everything from above Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=20155809&PinnedHotelID=20155809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) ![Hotel Antré Chapultepec](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102920000/102919300/102919295/1d15c5fd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Antré Chapultepec 1390 Avenida Ignacio L Vallarta Guadalajara Jalisco £56 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,462 reviews) Clean room, fitness center clean and well maintained, friendly staff. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=102919295&PinnedHotelID=102919295&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) ![Plaza Diana Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894900/894823/a9f2b43b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plaza Diana Hotel Av Circunv Agustin Yanez 2760 Guadalajara JAL £55 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,865 reviews) Excelente ubicación, habitaciones remodeladas. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=894823&PinnedHotelID=894823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975357447) [See all 1,406 properties in Vallarta Poniente](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975357447) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Guadalajara-Chapalita.dx6244738) ![Guadalajara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399228/e3905f05-3e12-494b-b112-0c47ac103371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jardines del Bosque When in Jardines del Bosque, you can plan a visit to Minerva Roundabout and Applicant Service Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guadalajara-Jardines-Del-Bosque.dx871865850838274048) ![#church #guadalajara #mexico #gothic #architecture #guadalajara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051264/4a4380d7-5517-4647-bc8e-17fb2eacf60d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Minerva Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zona-Minerva.dx6336265) ![Guadalajara_ExpoGuadalajara_6075748_4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075748/23a2416f-1991-4812-98ef-4344e7233c9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Expo 4/5(2 area reviews) Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guadalajara-Zona-Expo.dx553248635939576046) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248629416565286/b38e8ac5-f511-4ffc-9c60-f06dcb59c45e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lafayette 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing. 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