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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Guadalajara
26 stays · 18 aparthotels and 8 serviced apartments · from €86/night
Guadalajara is the capital of Jalisco, with a metropolitan area of more than five million people according to Wikipedia, and many visitors stay for work or study rather than a long weekend. Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Guadalajara suit that kind of trip: a kitchen and laundry make a month easier, a separate living area helps if you are working remotely, and families get more space than a standard hotel room. Our guide explains what an aparthotel is.
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Where to stay in Guadalajara
Centro Histórico
- first-time visitors
- sightseeing
- culture
The historic downtown core has colonial architecture, the cathedral and, a little to the east, the Hospicio Cabañas. Wikivoyage says light rail Line 2 runs west to east through the Centro Histórico. It is the most convenient base for a first visit.
Stays in or near Centro Histórico
- Casa 8 · about 600 m away
- Casa 3 Pilares Downtown Luxury · about 700 m away
- Mesón San Felipe · about 500 m away
- Casa 8 · about 600 m away
Colonia Americana
- cafés
- long stays
- walking
Colonia Americana is west of downtown, according to Wikivoyage. It is a good choice if you want a neighbourhood base close to the centre, with a more residential feel than the historic core.
Stays in or near Colonia Americana
- Morada Living · about 700 m away
- Casa 8 · about 1 km away
- Casa 3 Pilares Downtown Luxury · about 1 km away
- Casa 8 · about 1 km away
Chapultepec and Providencia
- business travel
- shopping
- long stays
Wikivoyage describes Chapultepec and Providencia as shopping and residential areas. They lie to the west and north-west of downtown and suit visitors who prefer a residential setting over the colonial core.
Stays in or near Chapultepec and Providencia
- Staybridge Suites - Guadalajara Novena by IHG · about 1 km away
- Suites BQ · about 900 m away
- Tribu Sonata · about 900 m away
- Urban Circunvalación · about 1.1 km away
Zapopan
- business travel
- families
- universities
Zapopan is the north-western suburb, described by Wikivoyage as featuring universities, shopping malls and the Bosque Los Colomos park. Light rail Line 3 runs diagonally from Zapopan in the north-west to Tlaquepaque in the south-east.
Tlaquepaque
- crafts
- day trips
- couples
Tlaquepaque is renowned for pottery and handicrafts, and Wikivoyage places it about 30 minutes by car south-east of the centre. Neighbouring Tonalá holds street markets on Thursdays and Sundays, according to the same source.
Getting around Guadalajara
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) is about 18 km south of the city along the Guadalajara–Chapala highway, according to Wikivoyage. Check current ground transport options on the airport's website before you travel, as services and operators change.
SITEUR operates the metropolitan network, which it describes as seven trunk lines, four of them rail and three bus rapid transit, serving the Guadalajara metropolitan area. Services are branded Mi Tren for rail and Mi Macro for BRT, and SITEUR lists fare cards named Mi Movilidad, Mi Pasaje and Univiaje. Its site gives Lines 1, 2 and 3 operating daily from 5:00 to 23:00, and Line 4 from 4:50 to 23:00; confirm times before relying on them. Wikivoyage notes that Mi Macro Periférico is a 42 km arc.
Living in Guadalajara for longer
Wikivoyage names the Mercado San Juan de Dios in the centre and Mercado Libertad in the north-east among the main markets, and tianguis street markets operate in the suburbs, including Tonalá on Thursdays and Sundays.
For a month-long stay, Colonia Americana, Chapultepec and Providencia are the residential-feeling districts with rail or bus rapid transit nearby. Anyone planning a longer move can read our notes on serviced apartments for relocation.
When to visit Guadalajara
Wikipedia describes a humid subtropical climate (Cwa) with dry, warm winters and wet, mildly hot summers, and says July is the wettest month and that daytime highs peak in May at around 33 °C. Wikivoyage's climate chart shows the rain concentrated from June to September and monthly temperatures of roughly 11 to 32 °C across the year, with December to February the coolest months.
On 12 October a pilgrimage of up to a million people travels from the Cathedral of Guadalajara to the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan, according to Wikivoyage. The Feria Internacional del Libro, the largest book fair in the Americas according to Wikipedia, runs from 28 November to 6 December in 2026 at Expo Guadalajara.
The city is strongly associated with tequila and mariachi music, and its historic centre includes the cathedral and the UNESCO World Heritage site Hospicio Cabañas. Neighbourhoods differ in feel, from the colonial centre to the shopping and residential districts to the west. For other places in the country see Puerto Vallarta and Mexico City.
Long-stay tips for Guadalajara
Of the 26 properties here, 6 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 6 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 12 include some form of housekeeping and 11 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
21 properties list a full kitchen and 5 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 45 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Guadalajara
We checked prices for 5 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €86 per night, the median €90 and the highest €141. The cheapest at that time was European Life Style Executive Suites. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
Aparthotel brands in Guadalajara
Several aparthotel brands operate here, including Staybridge Suites (2) and Candlewood Suites (1).
Other cities in Mexico
Travelling further? See aparthotels in Mexico City, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Isla Mujeres, Mérida and Oaxaca City.
| Price per night (from) | Properties |
|---|---|
| €80–€99 | 3 |
| €100–€119 | 1 |
| €140–€159 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Guadalajara?
The Centro Histórico is the easiest base for sights. Colonia Americana, Providencia and Chapultepec are good for a residential feel, and Zapopan suits business and university visits in the north.
How far is Guadalajara airport from the city?
Wikivoyage gives the airport as about 18 km south of the city along the Guadalajara–Chapala highway.
Does Guadalajara have a metro or light rail?
Yes. SITEUR runs the Mi Tren light rail lines and the Mi Macro bus rapid transit lines, and describes the network as seven trunk lines.
When is the rainy season in Guadalajara?
Wikivoyage's climate chart shows rain concentrated from June to September, and Wikipedia says July is the wettest month.
When is the Guadalajara book fair?
The Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara runs from 28 November to 6 December in 2026 at Expo Guadalajara.
How many aparthotels are there in Guadalajara?
We currently list 26 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Guadalajara.
How much does an aparthotel in Guadalajara cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €86 to €141 per night, with a median of €90.
Do aparthotels in Guadalajara have kitchens?
26 of the 26 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
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