What is Downtown Guadalajara like?

Downtown Guadalajara is a historic neighborhood known for its major shopping area and stunning cathedral. Be sure to check out Plaza de Armas and Degollado Theater as part of your Downtown Guadalajara travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Guadalajara?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Plaza Genova Centro is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Guadalajara. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Guadalajara Cathedral, and it offers a restaurant and free valet parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Dali Ejecutivo and Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Guadalajara area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Guadalajara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 185 Downtown Guadalajara hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Guadalajara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Guadalajara.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Guadalajara?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Guadalajara, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Guadalajara?

Palacio de Gobierno, Templo de San Agustin, and Rincon del Diablo are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Guadalajara. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Plaza de Armas and Degollado Theater are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Guadalajara include Biblioteca Iberoamericana Octavio Paz, Las Nueve Esquinas, and Guadalajara Wax Museum. When you're sightseeing in Guadalajara, Guadalajara Plaza and Plaza de la Liberacion are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Guadalajara and the greater Guadalajara area?

If you want to see more of the city, Plaza Universidad Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Guadalajara Centro Station and Independencia Station.

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A spacious interior with high ceilings, arched columns, and a balcony overlooking the courtyard.

1. Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

Downtown Guadalajara

Nelida

￥14,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

2. Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Downtown Guadalajara

Luis

￥9,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a historic building with a dome.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

Downtown Guadalajara

John

￥15,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, a reception area, and a DALL Hotel Plaza sign.

4. Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Downtown Guadalajara

Adriana Magdalena Dorado

￥7,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area with armchairs and a sofa.

5. Hotel Real Maestranza

Downtown Guadalajara

Claudia

￥10,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

6. Hotel Portobelo

Downtown Guadalajara

Francisca

￥9,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor dining area with green chairs and tables, a bar with a TV, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

7. Origen 438 Luxury Boutique Hotel

Downtown Guadalajara

Salvador

￥17,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, potted plants, and a glass entrance.

8. Hotel Totem Guadalajara

Downtown Guadalajara

Robert

￥7,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

9. One Guadalajara Centro Histórico

Downtown Guadalajara

Jose

￥13,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Outdoor wooden tables with glasses of milk and various drinks, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a church spire.

10. Hotel Fenix

Downtown Guadalajara

Alexandra

￥13,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, arched windows, and a central doorway.

11. Hotel De Mendoza

Downtown Guadalajara

Earl

￥12,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A historic building with a dome and bell tower, surrounded by trees and a courtyard.

12. Hotel Aranzazú Eco

Downtown Guadalajara

Janeth

￥11,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A rooftop pool area with a view of the city, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

13. Best Western Plus Gran Hotel Centro Historico

Downtown Guadalajara

SERGIOSAUL

￥8,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A multi-level atrium with balconies, potted plants, and seating areas.

14. Hotel Don Quijote Plaza

Downtown Guadalajara

Aracely

￥5,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a decorative structure with blue lighting.

15. Six Hotel Guadalajara Degollado

Downtown Guadalajara

Alejandro

￥7,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a telephone, and a vase with flowers.

16. Hotel Casino Plaza

Downtown Guadalajara

HARVEY

￥9,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. Hotel Real de Castilla

Downtown Guadalajara

belem

￥6,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hallway with columns, a wooden door, and a chandelier.

18. San Francisco Plaza Hotel

Downtown Guadalajara

FERNANDO

￥9,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern lobby with a polished marble floor, a seating area with sofas, and a large glass window offering a view of the street.

19. Hotel Universo Guadalajara

Downtown Guadalajara

Dulce Beatriz

￥7,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a staircase.

20. HVH by Yaxché

Downtown Guadalajara

Maria

￥8,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Guadalajara

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Origen 438 Luxury Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 579 reviews	View
Hotel Real Maestranza	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,349 reviews	View
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,192 reviews	View
Hotel Aló Degollado	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
Hotel Portobelo	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,029 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Guadalajara

Find the best Downtown Guadalajara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Guadalajara

A classical columned structure with a dome, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Guadalajara Centro

Double spires of the neo-Gothic cathedral rise above the central plaza beside a glorious rotunda and a majestic theater in this preserved historic district.

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A historic building with a central dome and arched walkways.

Colonia Americana

While you're in Colonia Americana, take in top sights like Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento or Avienda Chapultepec, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

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

Zona Expo

Travelers come to Zona Expo for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Plaza del Sol and Galleries Theater while you're in town.

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

Providencia

Providencia is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Punto Sao Paulo Shopping Center and Midtown Jalisco while in the area.

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

Zona Minerva

Travelers come to Zona Minerva for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

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Top Downtown Guadalajara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was Great the only thing is the water smell really bad but we knew is a problem in Guadalajara in some zones!!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

10/10 Excellent

"Have stayed here before. I was treated like a respected returning guest. Room was excellent with a very clean bathroom. Bathroom floor and shower stall is non-slip. Perfect for someone with a disability. This is my go to hotel in Guadalajara."

Best Western Plus Gran Hotel Centro Historico

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was so friendly! And the service was amazing. Although the reviews I've seen for this property were poor, my experience was actually great! I didn't see anything out of the ordinary. I would definitely book again if I'm out in the area again 😊"

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Our top choices for Downtown Guadalajara hotels

1. Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core

2. Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

4. Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

5. Hotel Real Maestranza

6. Hotel Portobelo

7. Origen 438 Luxury Boutique Hotel

8. Hotel Totem Guadalajara

9. One Guadalajara Centro Histórico

10. Hotel Fenix

11. Hotel De Mendoza

12. Hotel Aranzazú Eco

13. Best Western Plus Gran Hotel Centro Historico

14. Hotel Don Quijote Plaza

15. Six Hotel Guadalajara Degollado

16. Hotel Casino Plaza

17. Hotel Real de Castilla

18. San Francisco Plaza Hotel

19. Hotel Universo Guadalajara

20. HVH by Yaxché

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Where to stay in Downtown Guadalajara

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Providencia

Zona Minerva

Top Downtown Guadalajara Hotel Reviews

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

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