Chapala

Travel Guide

A lake surrounded by mountains, a small island, and residential buildings.
A sailboat on a calm lake with a mountainous backdrop.
A sunset over a lake with mountains in the background and a wooden pier leading to a dock.
A large group of pelicans by a calm lake with mountains in the background.
Two small boats on a rocky shore by a river.

Where to stay in Chapala

Find the best Chapala 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 Laguna Shopping Centre and Chula Vista Country Club.

Chapala Centro

If you're spending some time in Chapala Centro, Chapala Malecon and Lake Chapala are top sights worth seeing.

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 Laguna Shopping Centre.

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.

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.

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63 Ajijic JAL
The price is S$83 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
S$83
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"It was one of the most beautiful properties I have ever stayed at. The only thing is the bed, which was the worse bed I've ever slept on. As long as they change the bed to a harder one instead of what they have right now it would be perfect."

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2026

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890 Chapala JAL
The price is S$132 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
S$132
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (842 reviews)
"Very welcoming and well equipped. Would recommend it to anyone! Gated hotel gave extra piece of mind when it came to security. Views were amazing!! And the restaurant at the top of the hotel was just as amazing! Great food and great views"

Reviewed on 9 Jul, 2026

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Hotel Villas Ajijic

Hotel Villas Ajijic

2.5 out of 5
Linda Vista #14 Ajijic JAL
The price is S$83 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
S$83
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Monte ...
8/10 Very good! (367 reviews)
"Great place! Breakfast was a plus as we went about our day after! Would definitely like to stay here on our next visit!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2026

Hotel Villas Ajijic
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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 family-friendly aparthotel in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (536 reviews)
"Okay poorly maintained"

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2026

Hotel Danza del Sol
Lirio, Ajijic

Lirio, Ajijic

3 out of 5
Ocampo 71 Ajijic JAL
Stay at this apartment in Chapala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Noisy neighbour throughout the night {midnight to 5:30am}. There is not a lot of sound suppression between the rooms"

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2026

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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Chapala Malecon and Chula Vista Country Club are located ...
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.

Stay near popular Chapala attractions

Ajijic Malecón

9.0/10 (975 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.
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Things to do

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara

S$103
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Chapala Lake & Ajijic tour from Guadalajara
Mural Art and the Muralist Movement in Mexico

Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico

S$65
per adult
Walking Tour Experience in Ajijic Mexico
CHAPALA

Tour al Rancho Vicente Fernandez, Chapala y Tlaquepaque

S$258
per adult
Tour al Rancho Vicente Fernandez, Chapala y Tlaquepaque
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A coastal town with a large lake, surrounded by green hills and mountains.

Ajijic

A rural landscape with a clear sky, distant mountains, and scattered trees.

Zapotlán del Rey