Hotel Real de Chapala

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Tobolandia

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a thatched-roof structure and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Welcome to a spacious lobby area with a geometric patterned floor, wicker chairs, and a wooden bench, surrounded by potted plants and pillars.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, a painting above, and a sliding door to an outdoor area with a pool and sun lounger.
Relax in a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, dining table, and garden view.
Enjoy dining under a shaded roof with tables set amidst lush surroundings and a view of the pool.
On the shores of Lake Chapala, Hotel Real de Chapala offers a haven for relaxation. Unwind in the spa tub or lounge by the poolside bar with sun loungers nearby. The on-site restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner while an arcade/game room keeps everyone entertained.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room Standard with Lake View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Single Suite with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Standard with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Paseo del Prado 20, Fracc. La Floresta, Ajijic, JAL, 45920

What's nearby

  • Church of Ajijic - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ajijic Malecón - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Chula Vista Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Chapala Malecon - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Monte Coxala Spa - 12 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.) - 39 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Alex's Pasta Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Bar Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Black Coffee Gallery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Original Tony's Restaurant & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Donas Donuts Ajijic - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hotel Real de Chapala

When you stay at Hotel Real de Chapala, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Chapala and Monte Coxala Spa. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the Hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. Other features include a poolside bar, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 85 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 1 PM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

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Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 150 to 350 for adults and MXN 80 to 350 for children
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for MXN 400.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for MXN 400.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from February to December

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Hotel Real Chapala
Hotel Real de Chapala
Real de Chapala
Real De Chapala Ajijic
Real De Chapala Hotel Ajijic
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Real Chapala
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Real de Chapala offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Real de Chapala does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Real de Chapala?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Real de Chapala?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Real de Chapala?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Real de Chapala?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 1 PM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Real de Chapala and nearby?

Hotel Real de Chapala has a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Real de Chapala?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Real de Chapala like?

Hotel Real de Chapala is a short 17-minute walk from Lake Chapala and 17 minutes' walk from Ajijic Malecón.

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Hotel Real de Chapala Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
View
Restaurant
Lake
Location
Air conditioning
Food
Parking
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet was very good with many options and delicious. (6 reviews)
  • The pools were a highlight, described as lovely, amazing, terrific, wonderful, and very appreciated. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very pleased with our stay here.
1-night trip

10/10

Great old Mexican 5 star hotel in its day and still well kept up with great food too
1-night trip

10/10

It was great
1-night trip

10/10

This hotel was beautiful and quaint. Perfect for a quiet get away.
2-night trip

8/10

Stayed for 2 nights as part of a longer vacation in Mexico. The resort is nice but could use a refresh - it’s a bit dated. It is in a beautiful area and has a great view of Lake Chapala.
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice property with friendly staff and great views and pools.
1-night trip

10/10

Very comfortable and clean. The quietest hotel we have ever stayed at. Service at the bar is slow, when you can find it.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful lakeside hotel with an amazing view. Great buffet breakfast.

10/10

The hotel was a resort, with a beautiful view of the lake. Very well kept landscape. Friendly staff Quiet clean and safe. We had wonderful stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Definitely in our mind for coming again
1-night trip

10/10

Great patio facing the lake with 2 pools. Very quiet. 15-minute walk to restaurants
3-night trip

10/10

Excelente
1-night trip

10/10

Everything was great. The staff is friendly. The food was good.
3-night trip

10/10

The staff and area were wonderful.
3-night trip

8/10

Located in the best area of Ajijic. The view of the Lake is excellent!
1-night trip

10/10

Was part of the most beautiful wedding. This place is so beautiful and comfortable
2-night trip

6/10

Beautiful place but rooms are very old need upgrade.
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice place to stay, I wasn't feeling very well (stomach flu) sp the quiet helped and let me rest for another hour or two after checkout ...
1-night trip

10/10

Very friendly, hard-working staff. Area is safe and quiet.
3-night trip

10/10

A beautiful place to have relaxation and calm in front of the lake and very nice gardens
1-night trip

10/10

Surprising, for nature and quietness lovers
1-night trip

10/10

Pretty quiet,nice place to relax
1-night trip

10/10

Hotel is very well located. Fast check in and excellent service. Room was very good size and clean. Breakfast buffet was nice amd plenty.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent weekend stay with family, all was great, the warm pool and jacuzzi are very appreciated. All was great enjoying the view of the lake and mountains on this paradise location. Thanks !!
1-night trip

8/10

:)
3-night trip

10/10

It was a wonderful experience. I definitely will come back. Amazing job to the crew including housekeeping and special thanks to the night crew members around the pool area.
1-night trip