What's it like in Old Town Veracruz?

Old Town Veracruz is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its historic landmarks. Make sure that you visit Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour as part of your Old Town Veracruz travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Old Town Veracruz?

Based on our traveller data, Gran Hotel Diligencias is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town Veracruz. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Veracruz Harbour, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Emporio Veracruz Hotel and Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz .

How many hotels are there in Old Town Veracruz?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Town Veracruz to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Veracruz area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Veracruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Town Veracruz.

What is there to do around this Veracruz neighbourhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Naval Historical Museum, Museo de la Ciudad de Veracruz or City Museum during your stay in Old Town Veracruz. Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Veracruz include Cascada el Encanto, Teatro de la Reforma and Centro Cultural Atarazanas. While you're out sightseeing in Veracruz, make sure that you visit other sights such as Fototeca or Parque Zamora.

How can I get around Old Town Veracruz and the greater Veracruz area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Veracruz Central Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.

The Best Hotels in Old Town Veracruz, Veracruz - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Old Town Veracruz hotels

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1. Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Old Town Veracruz

Angel Adolfo

Rp1.680.284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a view of a white building with a dome, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

2. Gran Hotel Diligencias

Old Town Veracruz

Tatiana

Rp1.023.601 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance with arched windows.

3. Veracruz Centro Histórico

Old Town Veracruz

Jesse

Rp1.467.798 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

4. Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon

Old Town Veracruz

Adriana

Rp1.688.808 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with a pergola, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

5. Hotel Baluarte

Old Town Veracruz

Martin

Rp826.153 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL MAR Y TIERRA" along a waterfront.

6. Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

Old Town Veracruz

Alejandro Torres

Rp861.628 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An architectural corridor with arches and a balcony railing, leading to a building with a clock tower.

7. Holiday Inn Express Veracruz Centro Historico

Old Town Veracruz

Pablo

Rp1.660.700 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea, two white plastic chairs, and a small table.

8. Hotel Royalty

Old Town Veracruz

Gustavo

Rp1.159.936 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

9. EMS Hoteles Centro Histórico

Old Town Veracruz

mayte

Rp815.563 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A set of concrete stairs with a blue handrail, leading to a landing with a white ceiling and a visible light fixture.

10. Hotel Reforma

Old Town Veracruz

Daniel

Rp368.395 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

11. Ruiz Milán Hotel

Old Town Veracruz

Daniel

Rp983.705 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and an air conditioner.

12. Hotel Santaner Veracruz Centro Historico

Old Town Veracruz

CARLOS

Rp590.445 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, palm trees lining the sidewalk, and a clear sky.

13. Hotel Oriente

Old Town Veracruz

Ian Michael

Rp498.334 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A white building with a bell tower and dome, surrounded by other buildings.

14. Hotel Múcara

Old Town Veracruz

Merrill

Rp641.481 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a laptop on one table, and a stone wall with windows.

15. Hotel Meson del Mar

Old Town Veracruz

David

Rp877.372 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

16. Hotel Posada del Carmen

Old Town Veracruz

Angel

Rp692.791 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A lobby with a reception desk, a green sofa, a chandelier, and a floral mural.

17. Hotel Trianon

Old Town Veracruz

Raymundo Alfaro alvarez

Rp750.445 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A room with a black leather sofa, a small table with a lamp, a decorative vase, and a window with blinds.

18. Hotel Ulúa

Old Town Veracruz

James

Rp388.796 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A long, well-lit hallway with tiled floors, a staircase on the left, and framed artwork on the walls.

19. Hotel Dorado Malecon & Playa

Old Town Veracruz

Ali

Rp536.745 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a stone-patterned wall.

20. Hotel Meson del Barrio

Old Town Veracruz

Rachel

Rp742.156 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Old Town Veracruz

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emporio Veracruz Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,021 reviews	View
Veracruz Centro Histórico	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel Baluarte	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Gran Hotel Diligencias	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,240 reviews	View
Hotel Múcara	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 153 reviews	View

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