Chapala

Travel Guide

A panorama of mountains and lake with the sunset as background. Clouds and blue sky with trees and colors
Boat in the water, scenery of mountains and sea. Feeling of grandeur, solitude.
Landscape of a pier over Lake Chapala during the sunset in Mexico
Amazing shot of the pelicans in the Chapala´s Lake. the lake is covered with fog and pelicans are resting on the watter, in the background there is a mountain and some clouds in the sky.
PHOTOGRAPHY WITH DRONE IN LAKE CHAPALA JALISCO MEXICO

Where to stay in Chapala

Life around the largest freshwater lake in Mexico, Lake Chapala

Ajijic Centro

Though Ajijic Centro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club.

Ajijic Centro
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Chapala Centro

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Chapala Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Chapala Malecon and Lake Chapala.

Chapala Centro
San Antonio Tlayacapan Church.

San Antonio Tlayacapan

While San Antonio Tlayacapan isn't home to many top sights, Chula Vista Country Club and Laguna Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Antonio Tlayacapan
Sunset over a lake with clouds and colors in the sky. A lake from Mexico named Chapala.

Riberas del Pilar

Though Riberas del Pilar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Chula Vista Country Club and Chapala Malecon.

Riberas del Pilar
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La Floresta

Though La Floresta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club.

La Floresta
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Los Sabinos

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Los Sabinos might not have many top sights, but Monte Coxala Spa and San Juan Cosala Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Sabinos
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890 Chapala JAL
The price is NT$2,763 per night from May 25 to May 26
NT$2,763
NT$3,343 total
May 25 - May 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (824 reviews)
"The room was quaint but great. Small and was what was needed for a quick stay in Chapala. Small random spots are a hit or miss. This hit the mark. Couldn't trate the food since we ate our. I would recommend this place for a quick easy get away."

Reviewed on 2026/5/18

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63 Ajijic JAL
The price is NT$2,165 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
NT$2,165
NT$2,620 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (361 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2026/5/18

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hotel Real de Chapala

Hotel Real de Chapala

3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20 Ajijic JAL
The price is NT$4,105 per night from May 22 to May 23
NT$4,105
NT$4,968 total
May 22 - May 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Todo súper, la pasamos muy bien como siempre, todo limpio, los chicos muy amables, el desayuno muy agradable, buena ubicación"

Reviewed on 2026/5/17

Hotel Real de 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
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (530 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 2026/5/15

Hotel Danza del Sol
Lirio, Ajijic

Lirio, Ajijic

3 out of 5
Ocampo 71 Ajijic JAL
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This hotel is better in person! We enjoyed swimming laps in the pool and relaxing in the hammock on the roof which was a magical place to watch the sun rise over the town and Lake Chapala. The room was clean, bed very comfortable. Only wished they had coffee in the room. They did allow us an early ..."

Reviewed on 2026/5/17

Lirio, Ajijic
CASA MAJA VILLAS CHAPALA

CASA MAJA VILLAS CHAPALA

3.5 out of 5
8888 Boulevard de riviera Chapala Jal.
Stay at this villa in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center and Chapala Malecon ...
CASA MAJA 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.

Popular places to visit

Ajijic Malecón

4.5/5(188 reviews)

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

4.5/5(27 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.

Chapala Malecon

Chula Vista Country Club

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Lomas de Chapala Country Club

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in San Nicolás de Ibarra at Lomas de Chapala Country Club. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Lomas de Chapala Country Club

Laguna Shopping Centre

4/5(1 review)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Laguna Shopping Centre during your trip to Ajijic. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Laguna Shopping Centre

Church of Ajijic

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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

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