Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide

Guadalajara

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A historic building with columns and arches, surrounded by green benches and a fountain.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a yellow taxi, and people walking in a plaza.
A classical building with columns and a central archway, surrounded by a fountain and greenery.

Stay near popular Downtown Guadalajara attractions

A large cathedral with two tall spires and a dome, surrounded by trees and streetlights.

Guadalajara Cathedral

9.6/10 (11,510 reviews)
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
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Things to do

Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

Rp1.365.416
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo
Picture 3 for Activity Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour

Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour

Rp796.758
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour
Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour

Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour

Rp686.860
per adult
Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Rp1.274.616
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
Picture 27 for Activity Guadalajara: Lake Chapala and Ajijic Day Trip with Boat Trip

Guadalajara: Lake Chapala and Ajijic Day Trip with Boat Trip

Rp863.481
per adult
Guadalajara: Lake Chapala and Ajijic Day Trip with Boat Trip
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

Rp784.983
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Guadalajara

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp900.211 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
Rp900.211
Rp1.089.258 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,147 reviews)
"I’d recommend this hotel, helpful staff & clean rooms."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp794.193 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
Rp794.193
Rp960.974 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,494 reviews)
"I’ve stayed in this hotel before and had a beautiful room. This time I was give a room on the 2nd floor and it was not the cleanest, the hallway was dark and the room smelled very humid. Staff was nice. The AC took like 2 hours to cool the room"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Portobelo

Hotel Portobelo

4 out of 5
Av Juarez No. 687 Col Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp1.081.739 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.081.739
Rp1.308.904 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,048 reviews)
"Great nice hotel walking safety"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hotel Portobelo
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

3.5 out of 5
Ave Corona 243 Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp1.303.449 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp1.303.449
Rp1.577.173 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

3.5 out of 5
Colon 73 Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp1.506.231 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.506.231
Rp1.822.540 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
Hotel De Mendoza

Hotel De Mendoza

3.5 out of 5
Venustiano Carranza No 16 Guadalajara JAL
The price is Rp1.055.919 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.055.919
Rp1.277.662 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,569 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hotel De Mendoza
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Where to stay in Downtown Guadalajara

Find the best Downtown Guadalajara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Guadalajara Centro

Architecture, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Guadalajara Centro. Make a stop by Plaza de Armas or Degollado Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Guadalajara Centro Station to get around town.

A historic building with a central dome and arched walkways.

Colonia Americana

If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

A circular water fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a road with vehicles.

Providencia

Providencia is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Punto Sao Paulo Shopping Center or Midtown Jalisco.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Expo Forestal.

Zona Expo

Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater.

A brightly lit archway with arches and columns, illuminated in red and white.

Zona Minerva

Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide