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Plaza Chapala Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star boutique hotel near Lake Chapala

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Garden
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A building with a central entrance, balconies with railings, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.
Reception
A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs with woven backs. A ceiling fan is visible above, and a large window provides natural light.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Francisco I. Madero 232, Centro, Chapala, JAL, 45900
  • Place, Chapala Malecon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crafts Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite 1

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a balcony with curtains.

Junior Suite 1

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

Master Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Estandar 3 | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Estandar 3

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and two windows with wooden frames.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Estandar Amplia 6

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a rug.

Estandar Amplia 6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden suite 7

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, a bench at the foot of the bed, a woven chair, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Garden suite 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Penthouse

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden Villa 9

A bedroom with a bed, a patterned bedspread, a wooden chair, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Garden Villa 9

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white and patterned pillows, a bedside table with a bottle and a glass, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Standard Garden

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a window.

Garden Master

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chapala

Chapala Centro stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Chapala Centro hotel, you'll find Lake Chapala and Chapala Malecon. Also, Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center is within 2 miles (3 km) and Chula Vista Country Club is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Chapala Malecon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crafts Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ajijic Malecón - 18 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Monte Coxala Spa - 40 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪café paris - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Arandas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beer Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪il giardino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fonda chapala's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Plaza Chapala Hotel

3.5-star boutique hotel near Lake Chapala
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily.

This 3.5-star Chapala hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Plaza Chapala Hotel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

This Chapala hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Plaza Chapala Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MXN 500.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: MXN 500.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Plaza Chapala Hotel Hotel
Plaza Chapala Hotel Chapala
Plaza Chapala Hotel Hotel Chapala

Frequently asked questions

How close is Plaza Chapala Hotel to the airport?

Plaza Chapala Hotel is 20.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Plaza Chapala Hotel?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plaza Chapala Hotel on Aug 1, 2026 start from $138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Plaza Chapala Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Plaza Chapala Hotel.

Does Plaza Chapala Hotel offer free breakfast?

Plaza Chapala Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Plaza Chapala Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Plaza Chapala Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Plaza Chapala Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Plaza Chapala Hotel have a pool?

Plaza Chapala Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Plaza Chapala Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Plaza Chapala Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Plaza Chapala Hotel to downtown Chapala?

Plaza Chapala Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Chapala.

Plaza Chapala Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 154 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent! The staff was very accommodating! The garden was lovely! The location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff, nice garden setting, good breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at Plaza Chapala Hotel! The location is two blocks to the Malecon, the rooms are nice and the breakfast was wonderful. I loved the garden! I drank my coffee and read a book there every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

redvers bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming atmosphere in the centre of the town.
Street front façade.
Panorama of back garden.
Patio/garden.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful grounds and great location

Plaza Chapala Hotel is in great location and is close to shopping, food and the city Centro. The grounds were lush and lovely and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constancio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yanet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and clean good staff, good security. Good breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location Great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place, everything you need right outside. Staff was super friendly, definitely recommended. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Luis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
They didn’t clean our room, very bad experience comeback from a wedding and found our room the same way we left, they didn’t make the bed and didn’t clean the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The downtown area and the pier were within walking distance. Very beautiful city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. Hotel is beautiful. Food was delicious. Love that everything is walking distances
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient. The garden is very pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Garden with hot tub was nice and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean comfortable hotel. Great manager and staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness and the staff. Also the food was excellent as well as the service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! We will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retreat on the Lake

Lovely quaint hotel in the heart of the strip. Delicious breakfast and lovely garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonder stay - We will be back soon!

Easy check in, very friendly service. Beautiful courtyard and good location. Breakfast was a nice bonus. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
No food or wine bottle permitted in room. The room was immediately behind area of check-in, so could hear all that noise. no outside window. Closet area smelled very moldy. That said it was a very good location and the breakfast was good and the room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Small friendly hotel

Small friendly hotel with super location. Near bus stop, taxi stand, lake, shopping, etc. If you stay here you don’t need to rent a car. Lovely rooms, super clean, nice breakfast included. You won’t regret your stay here!
Hotel entrance
Lake Chapala
Chapala cathedral
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property and the staff are extremely attentive and kind. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and helpful staff. I traveled alone but felt safe the entire time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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