Guadalajara Jalisco, Mexico Travel Guide
Budget-friendly, offering dorm beds and private rooms. Communal spaces are common, popular with solo travelers and backpackers seeking social interaction. Gathered in the Historic Center and Colonia Americana.
Simple, clean, and comfortable private rooms. Many are family-run, presenting a personal touch and good value.
Includes international chain hotels (e.g., Marriott, Hilton Garden Inn, Fiesta Americana) and independent boutique hotels. These offer a wider range of amenities like on-site restaurants and gyms.
High-end international chains plus premium boutique properties provide premium services, concierge assistance, gourmet dining, and top-tier amenities like spas and large pools. Found in Providencia, Zapopan, or select Historic Center areas.
Beautifully restored colonial mansions and Art Deco buildings in Colonia Americana or the Historic Center operate as charming boutique hotels. They blend traditional architecture with modern comforts, offering a special stay.
Some traditional Mexican haciendas (large estates) outside the immediate city limits are now luxury hotels or event venues.
Platforms like VRBO present a large variety of apartments, houses, and private rooms. Holiday rentals are popular in neighborhoods such as Americana, Lafayette, and Providencia, providing more space, privacy, and often kitchen facilities.
Spanish language schools arrange homestays for students, offering deep cultural immersion. Community-based tourism initiatives, with stays directly with local families, are more common in rural areas outside the city.
Each area has a distinct character, amenities, and proximity to attractions.
Walkable to all main historical attractions, with direct Mi Tren access.
Americana/Lafayette is easy to walk to Chapultepec, has good bus connections, and is a short ride to the Historic Center. Providencia/Zapopan are best accessed by ride-sharing or Mi Tren Line 3, being close to modern amenities but requiring transport for historic sites.
Smart booking strategies secure preferred accommodation at a good price.
Explore platforms like Agoda for strong Asian presence in bookings.
For IHG properties, use IHG Hotels for direct bookings and loyalty benefits.
For budget-friendly hostels and social stays, Hostelworld is a specialist resource.
Here are some top picks for different budget levels and traveler types, along with properties holding cultural or historical significance.
Approximate daily rates: $250 - $900 MXN
Approximate daily rates: $1,200 - $3,000 MXN
Approximate daily rates: $2,500 - $6,000+ MXN
Larger branded hotels like the Riu Plaza Guadalajara or the Hyatt Regency Andares include amenities like pools and offer larger family rooms. Apartment rentals through Booking.com or VRBO present more space and kitchen facilities.
Hostels in the Americana/Chapultepec area offer great chances to meet other travelers. Stylish hotels in walkable, lively areas such as Americana balance comfort and easy access to social venues.
Apartments are ideal for extended stays, providing a more home-like environment with kitchens. Some hotels in Providencia or Zapopan cater to longer stays with extended-stay suites.
Staying here places you in a beautifully preserved historic building, offering a direct link to Guadalajara’s past in the heart of the city.
This property has an unique experience within a meticulously restored colonial mansion, offering charm and a personalized approach to service.
If you prefer after-dark activities and cafes, Americana is a good choice.
If you seek quiet and luxury, Providencia is a better fit.
Explore and book properties directly on IHG Hotels.
Discover accommodation options with Agoda.
For budget-friendly stays, consider Hostelworld.
