Chapala

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A panorama of mountains and lake with the sunset as background. Clouds and blue sky with trees and colors
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
Beautiful Lake of Chapala in 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 Chula Vista Country Club and Monte Coxala Spa.

Ajijic Centro
San Antonio Tlayacapan Church.

San Antonio Tlayacapan

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

San Antonio Tlayacapan
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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
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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 Chula Vista Country Club and Chapala Malecon.

La Floresta
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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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
Hotel Real de Chapala

Hotel Real de Chapala

3 out of 5
Paseo del Prado 20 Ajijic JAL
$141 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$171 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and 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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
The room and bathroom were very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Great amenities and beautiful property. Excellent customer service at the front desk and by phone.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Hotel Real de Chapala
Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala 8890 Chapala JAL
$83 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$101 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (787 reviews)
Todo en general

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Memora Hotel & Villas Chapala
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Independencia 63 Ajijic JAL
$69 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$85 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and 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! (321 reviews)
El personal muy amable, todo muy limpio y un ambiente seguro y confortable

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (508 reviews)
I love the Hotel Danza Del Sol. It is the second time I stayed there when visiting. Lovely gardens, great, full breakfasts, wonderful, friendly, helpful staff. Very clean. It is a bit of a walk, or a short bus ride to plaza and malecon.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Hotel Danza del Sol
ANANA Rancho San Rafael

ANANA Rancho San Rafael

3.5 out of 5
43 Hermenegildo Galeana Ajijic JAL
Stay at this villa in Chapala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón are located nearby.
ANANA Rancho San Rafael
Ajijic Centro with lake view rooftop terrace, AC and walkable

Ajijic Centro with lake view rooftop terrace, AC and walkable

Ajijic Jal.
Stay at this vacation home in Chapala. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monte Coxala Spa and Ajijic Malecón ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
We really liked the look of the house. Very Mexican and walkable to lots of shopping and restaurants. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was great to have. The upstairs rooftop was a great place to sit and enjoy the scenery. Beds were comfortable as well. Well furnished kitchen.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Ajijic Centro with lake view rooftop terrace, AC and walkable
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 Chapala

4.4
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Easy to walk. We had some great food and found the locals welcoming.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Spent more time in Ajijic and liked that town.

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