Hotel Frances

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Guadalajara Cathedral

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Interior
Exterior
Interior
Junior Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Maestranza No. 35, Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL, 44100
  • Place, Guadalajara Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de Armas
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Degollado Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Standard

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Suite

  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Grand Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Elite Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Single Room Standard

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room Standard

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

Quadruple Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Guadalajara

City center stay.With a stay at this Downtown Guadalajara hotel, you'll be steps from Guadalajara Cathedral and Guadalajara Wax Museum. Plaza de la Liberacion and Plaza de Armas are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Guadalajara Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de Armas - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Degollado Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza Tapatia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Magno Centro Joyero - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Plaza Universidad Station - 5 min walk
  • Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Chata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piso Siete - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Boutique Degollado - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantina La Fuente - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Frances

3-star Colonial hotel near Guadalajara Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A meeting room and limo/town car service are available.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel Frances. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

  • 1 building
  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1610
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel Frances offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: MXN 170 to 170 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Piano

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Frances

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MXN 170 to 170 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 350 per vehicle

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Frances to the airport?

Hotel Frances is 12.2 mi (31-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 Hotel Frances?

As of Nov 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Frances on Dec 24, 2025 start from $51.49, excluding 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 Hotel Frances have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Frances offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MXN 350 per vehicle.

Does Hotel Frances offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Frances, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between MXN 170 and 170 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Hotel Frances?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Majestic Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Frances?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Frances?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Frances have a pool?

Hotel Frances does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Frances have a restaurant?

Hotel Frances is home to El Molino Rojo, which features brunch.

Does Hotel Frances have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Frances to downtown Guadalajara?

Hotel Frances is 0.1 mi away from Guadalajara.