Guadalajara Western Central Highlands, Mexico Travel Guide
Budget-friendly, offering dorm beds and private rooms. Communal spaces are common, popular with solo travelers and backpackers seeking social interaction. Concentrated 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 fitness centers.
High-end international chains and upscale 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 distinctive stay.
Some traditional Mexican haciendas (large estates) outside the immediate city limits are now luxury hotels or event venues.
Platforms like VRBO present a wide selection of apartments, houses, and private rooms. Vacation 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 walkable 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 chain 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 present excellent opportunities to meet other travelers. Boutique hotels in walkable, lively neighborhoods like Americana balance comfort and easy access to social venues.
Apartments are ideal for extended stays, offering 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 connection 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 nightlife 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.
