Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Guadalajara Centro Historico
Address: Av. Juarez : 211, Guadalajara, Jalisco, 44100, Mexico
Telephone: 52-33-35601200x651
Rating: 4.3

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Where to stay, eat and explore in Guadalajara

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Guadalajara blends historic plazas, architecture and lively markets with a modern, sprawling metropolitan area. From the historic center and trendy Colonia Americana to Tlaquepaque's artisan streets and the western neighborhoods of Zapopan, Guadalajara offers a variety of places to stay and explore.

Travel Tips for Guadalajara

Plan around the weather: Guadalajara has a generally mild climate, with warm, rainy summers and cooler, drier winters. July and August often bring afternoon showers, making mornings a good time for outdoor sightseeing.

Consider October carefully: Fiestas de Octubre brings concerts, cultural events and large crowds across the city. Book accommodations and plan transportation ahead if you're visiting during the festival.

Wear comfortable shoes: Many of the historic center's major attractions are within walking distance, making Centro Histórico easy to explore on foot.

Try regional specialties: Make time for Guadalajara classics including torta ahogada, birria, carne en su jugo and jericalla.

Allow extra time for traffic: Guadalajara is spread out, and travel times between neighborhoods can vary significantly during busy periods.
Explore beyond downtown: Tlaquepaque, Zapopan and Tonalá each offer a different perspective on the Guadalajara metropolitan area.

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Most visitors arrive through Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), located southeast of the city. Taxis and rideshare services provide direct connections from the airport to downtown, Tlaquepaque and neighborhoods across the metropolitan area. Airport buses are another option for travelers looking for public transportation.

Carretera a Chapala connects the airport with Guadalajara and passes through Tlaquepaque on the way toward the city. If you're staying in the historic center, many major attractions are close enough to reach on foot.

For longer journeys, Guadalajara's Mi Tren light rail system provides a useful alternative to driving. Public transportation also serves major avenues and neighborhoods, while taxis and ride-share services offer more flexibility when traveling between areas. Traffic can be heavy, particularly around major commercial corridors and during peak commuting hours, so allow extra time for cross-city journeys.

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Guadalajara's neighborhoods offer distinctly different experiences, so the best area depends on your itinerary.

Centro Histórico is a natural choice for first-time visitors interested in history, architecture and culture. Staying downtown puts Guadalajara Cathedral, major plazas, museums and Mercado Libertad within easy reach. It's particularly convenient for travelers who want to spend much of their trip sightseeing on foot.

Colonia Americana and Chapultepec offer a more contemporary experience, with restaurants, cafés, bars and nightlife concentrated around Avenida Chapultepec and surrounding streets. The area works well for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with Guadalajara's modern dining and entertainment scene.

The central-west neighborhoods around Avenida México and Avenida Pablo Neruda provide access to restaurants, shopping and business districts while remaining within reach of downtown. These areas can suit travelers looking for a more residential setting.

Expo Guadalajara and the Avenida Mariano Otero corridor are convenient for convention and business travelers. The area has strong connections to major avenues and is positioned several miles southwest of the historic center.

Zapopan offers a quieter base away from the busiest downtown streets. Families and travelers seeking a more residential atmosphere may prefer this part of the metropolitan area, which also has shopping, restaurants and cultural attractions of its own.

Tlaquepaque and the airport corridor make sense for travelers prioritizing airport access or wanting to explore the city's artisan traditions. Tlaquepaque's historic streets, galleries and craft shops make it more than simply a convenient location.

Area

Best For

Distance / Access

IHG Brand Presence

Centro Histórico

First-time sightseeing, culture, and history

Heart of the city

Holiday Inn

Central-west avenues (Av. Pablo Neruda, Av. México)

Central stays outside the downtown core

About 2.8 to 2.9 mi from downtown

voco, Staybridge Suites

Expo Guadalajara corridor

Convention and business travel

3 to 4 mi from downtown, along Av. Mariano Otero

InterContinental, voco, Hotel Indigo, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites

Zapopan

Families and quieter stays

4.4 to 4.6 mi from downtown

Holiday Inn, Candlewood Suites, avid hotels

Colonia Americana / Chapultepec

Nightlife and trendy evenings

Within central Guadalajara

Hotel Indigo

Airport corridor / Tlaquepaque

Quick airport access

6 to 7 mi from downtown, on Carretera a Chapala

avid hotels, Holiday Inn Express

Compare pet-friendly hotels in Guadalajara and hotels with pools in Guadalajara, or browse the dedicated pages for Zapopan hotels and Tlaquepaque hotels nearby.

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Start in Centro Histórico, where Guadalajara Cathedral overlooks the city's central plazas. The historic district brings together architecture, museums, public spaces and some of Guadalajara's most recognizable landmarks.

Nearby, the Instituto Cultural Cabañas, also known as Hospicio Cabañas, is one of the city's major cultural attractions. The former hospital complex is particularly notable for its murals and distinctive architecture.

For a glimpse of everyday commerce, visit Mercado Libertad, commonly known as San Juan de Dios Market. One of Latin America's largest indoor markets, it is a lively place to browse food, crafts, clothing and other goods.

Music is another essential part of Guadalajara's identity. Plaza de los Mariachis connects the city with the mariachi tradition and is especially atmospheric in the evening.

Families have plenty of options beyond the historic center. Guadalajara Zoo and Selva Mágica amusement park can fill a full day, while Tlaquepaque offers an easy combination of crafts, shopping and sightseeing. Sports fans can also check the calendar for events at Akron Stadium.

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Guadalajara's food scene combines traditional Jalisco cooking with contemporary restaurants, cafés and bars. Markets are a good place to begin exploring local flavors, particularly if you want to sample several dishes in one visit.

Don't leave without trying a torta ahogada, a crusty sandwich traditionally filled with pork and served with a chile-based sauce. Birria, the region's famous slow-cooked meat dish, is another essential. Other local specialties include carne en su jugo, a savory dish combining beef with its cooking juices and beans, and jericalla, a baked custard dessert associated with Guadalajara.

For a more atmospheric evening, head toward Plaza de los Mariachis, where food, drinks and live mariachi music come together. Colonia Americana and the Chapultepec area provide another side of the city's dining scene, with restaurants, coffee shops and nightlife catering to contemporary tastes.

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Guadalajara makes a convenient base for exploring several destinations across Jalisco.

Tlaquepaque is one of the easiest additions to a Guadalajara itinerary. Its pedestrian-friendly historic center is known for traditional crafts, galleries, ceramics and colorful architecture. It's close enough to visit for an afternoon or evening.

Tonalá is another strong choice for travelers interested in Mexican arts and crafts. The town is particularly known for pottery, ceramics and traditional handicrafts, with markets and workshops offering opportunities to browse locally made goods.

Zapopan provides a different perspective on the metropolitan area, centered around the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and surrounded by shopping, restaurants and residential neighborhoods.

For a longer day trip, Tapalpa offers a change of scenery with a mountain setting, pine forests and a slower pace. It is well suited to travelers who want to combine their Guadalajara visit with time in the countryside.

Guadalajara hotel information
IHG hotels in Guadalajara	17
Total IHG hotel rooms in Guadalajara	2,647
Guadalajara hotel price range	$122.02–$215.10 USD per night
Total Guadalajara hotel reviews	11,669
IHG Guadalajara hotels average review rating	4.41

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Area Attractions
- Akron Stadium

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