Patzcuaro

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Church and Monastery of Saint Catherine of Siena, Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico
Church and Monastery of Saint Catherine of Siena, Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico
Aerial shot taken from an ultra-light aircraft of the lake Patzcuaro in the state of Michoacan, Mexico. The island in the middle is called Janitzio, and is the theater of amazing indigenous festivitie
A small town in the state of Michoacán.

The town is very different from others in the region. There's a small hill where you have a beautiful view on the town and the lake.
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Where to stay in Patzcuaro

A small town in the state of Michoacán.

The town is very different from others in the region. There's a small hill where you have a beautiful view on the town and the lake.

Patzcuaro Centro

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Patzcuaro Centro, Plaza Vasco de Quiroga and Nuestra Senora de la Salud Basilica are top sights worth seeing.

Patzcuaro Centro
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La Querenda

Though La Querenda might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Estribo and Nuestra Senora de la Salud Basilica.

La Querenda
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Colimillas

Though Colimillas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Vasco de Quiroga and Nuestra Senora de la Salud Basilica.

Colimillas
Pescadores locales en Janitzio, Pátzcuaro, Michoacán

Del Cristo

While Del Cristo isn't home to many top sights, Nuestra Senora de la Salud Basilica and El Estribo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Del Cristo
Hotel La Parroquia

Hotel La Parroquia

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Gertrudis Bocanegra #24 Patzcuaro MICH
Stay at this hotel in Patzcuaro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Gertrudis Bocanegra Square and Nuestra Senora ...
8/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
A very beautiful hotel with a central location. The staff were helpful and courteous.

Reviewed on 2025/12/11

Hotel La Parroquia
Best Western Plus Posada de Don Vasco

Best Western Plus Posada de Don Vasco

4 out of 5
Av. Lazaro Cardenas 450 Patzcuaro MICH
The price is NT$2,894 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$2,894
NT$3,444 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Patzcuaro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
the accommodations were beautiful and comfortable. The service and staff were excellent

Reviewed on 2026/1/21

Best Western Plus Posada de Don Vasco
Hotel Mansion Iturbe

Hotel Mansion Iturbe

3.5 out of 5
Portal Morelos 59 Patzcuaro MICH
The price is NT$3,695 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
NT$3,695
NT$4,397 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Patzcuaro. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
From beginning to end, the stay was very enjoyable. The front desk, servers at the restaurant, and other staff were attentive and cordial. The food and drinks were delicious. The rooms are big and gprgeous. 100% recommend!

Reviewed on 2025/12/27

Hotel Mansion Iturbe
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.
Hermosa cabaña 6 pax a 10 min Patzcuaro

Hermosa cabaña 6 pax a 10 min Patzcuaro

2 out of 5
Carr. A Morelia 41 Patzcuaro MICH
Stay at this cottage in Patzcuaro. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions El Estribo and Gertrudis Bocanegra Square are located nearby.
Hermosa cabaña 6 pax a 10 min Patzcuaro
Sandunga Lago Tzintzuntzan

Sandunga Lago Tzintzuntzan

2 out of 5
Av. Lázaro Cárdenas Ojo de Agua Tzintzuntzan MICH
Stay at this cabin in Tzintzuntzan. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attraction Franciscan Convent of Santa Ana Old Museum is located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Great little cottage for the weekend away

Reviewed on 2025/12/15

Sandunga Lago Tzintzuntzan
Cozy Apartment in the City of Morelia

Cozy Apartment in the City of Morelia

3 out of 5
Avenida Paseo Campo Nubes Morelia MICH
Stay at this apartment in Morelia. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Estadio Morelos and ...
Cozy Apartment in the City of Morelia
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.

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Reviews of Patzcuaro

4.9
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great weather, location, people, food, shopping, hospitality. Was great that not too many tourists were in town. I really enjoyed the local atmosphere and Mexican way

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

My wife & I are planning another trip to Patzcuaro for a long term rental in 2021. Porque no? w/ such beautiful people, food, pueblo & culture...it's a home run! Muy Bien*

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Charming and lots of things to explore in the area. Loved the Shambhala meditation center in town, Werma. Open meditation Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Staff are very welcoming.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Got in last night, Can’t wait to go to Bookstore , and of course shopping, Today we explore Pátzcuaro

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A must see during the Christmas Holidays

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Can be a bit crowded, especially around the Holidays, which there seems to be one for something every week! We are hoping to move there when we retire. Great community of Ex-Pats and locals.

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