Your stay — Apple Inn
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The Property — Apple Inn
Apple Inn is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star on the edge of Chihuahua’s historic centre. The lobby feels like a 1990s business hotel that’s been kept shipshape: dark leather sofas, a polite receptionist, and a faint smell of floor polish. It suits independent travellers who want a reliable, clean room within walking distance of the cathedral and museums, without the frills — or the price tag — of the bigger chain hotels.
Chronicles of Chihuahua
Founded in 1709 as a mining and cattle outpost, Chihuahua grew wealthy on silver and later became the provisional capital of Mexico during the 1864-67 French intervention. Its grid of colonial mansions and neoclassical public buildings, like the pink cantera stone Government Palace, reflect that 19th-century prosperity. Today the city is a functional administrative and industrial hub, but its real draw is as the launchpad for the Copper Canyon railway and a repository of Pancho Villa’s revolutionary legacy. Culturally, it’s a northern frontier city with a strong cowboy identity, proud of its distinctive music and grilled beef.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chihuahua guide →Best months
October through November: clear skies, daytime highs around 26°C, and low tourist density since the summer rains have passed and winter crowds haven't started.
Peak / festival surge
Late July and August are the busiest, with Mexican families on school holidays and the Festival Internacional Chihuahua (arts and music) filling hotel rooms. Expect rates at Apple Inn to jump 20–30% and book out two weeks in advance.
Budget shoulder season
March–April and September–October are the sweet spots: cooler than midsummer, fewer visitors, and hotel prices drop to low-season levels. You'll get daytime temps in the low 20s °C and empty museums.
Weather & packing
Chihuahua is dry high-altitude desert — nights cool sharply even in July, often dropping below 15°C. Pack layers: a light fleece or jacket for after sunset, plus a sun hat and sunscreen for the fierce daytime UV.
Live City Briefing — Chihuahua
- The new Bus Rapid Transit line on Avenida Independencia is still in final testing; expect lane closures and detours near the city centre until late August 2026.
- Several blocks of Calle Libertad, the historic pedestrian street, have reopened after pavement upgrades — easier walking between the cathedral and the Museum of the Mexican Revolution.
- The summer monsoon has been active: afternoon downpours can flood low-lying intersections for 30–40 minutes — keep a small umbrella or poncho handy if walking after 3pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apple Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These upper floors are quieter than lower ones and the courtyard orientation minimises traffic noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the 1st or 2nd floor, especially those with a street-facing window. Chihuahua's main avenues carry heavy truck traffic and overnight delivery noise; lower floors get the worst of it. Also skip rooms near the lift on any floor — the lift motor hum is audible.
Best views
The best view here is from a courtyard-facing room on the 5th floor — you overlook the inner patios of neighbouring buildings, with a sliver of the distant Sierra Madre if the smog lifts. Street-facing rooms just see a busy road and petrol station.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 (top floor) are the quietest at this 3-star hotel. Fewer footfall corridors above you and more distance from street level.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main avenue in Chihuahua's commercial district, so expect traffic noise from 7am–9pm weekdays, occasionally later on Fridays. Saturday nights can bring revving engines outside bars two blocks south. The lift shaft runs through the centre of the building — avoid rooms adjacent to it on any floor.
Insider tips
1. Parking: The hotel has a small private lot behind the building (ask at check-in). Spaces fill by 6pm, so arrive early or you'll be on the street (overnight parking is safe but dusty). 2. Request a courtyard-facing room at booking — the receptionist can usually swap you if you ask politely at check-in, but calling beforehand is safer.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Apple Inn
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approximately 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming and video calls); no login or time limit—just accept terms
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; a few local physical newspapers available in the lobby (El Heraldo de Chihuahua, El Diario)
Check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop allowed from 12:00 (subject to luggage storage availability). Late check-out until 13:00 costs $200 MXN; after 13:00 charged as full night
Stored at front desk at no extra cost when space permits; call ahead to confirm availability on busy days
Step-free main entrance with ramp; lift accessible; all public areas and rooms on ground floor are wheelchair accessible; no special room modifications (e.g., roll-in showers) listed
Free on-site parking (uncovered first-come, first-served for about 30 cars; no valet). Nearby public parking at Estacionamiento Eloy Cabral (Calzada Eloy, 1 block east) costs $40 MXN per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no additional city or tourist tax imposed in Chihuahua at this time)
Deposit & card hold: One night advance deposit required to guarantee reservation; a refundable incidental hold of $500 MXN per night at check-in (credit or debit card only)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Catedral San Pedro (154 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: San Judas Tadeo (712 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Capilla San Lorenzo (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Cajero BBA — 545 m · ~7 min walk
Oxxo — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Mexican Peso, MXN
Use ATMs from major banks like Banamex or BBVA for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist hotspots as they give poor rates.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common in chain stores but smaller shops and market stalls prefer cash.
Tip 10–15% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave 20–50 MXN for hotel housekeeping per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side café coffee or a simple café de olla from a market stall costs around 20–35 MXN.
A comida corrida (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a small local eatery runs about 50–80 MXN.
A main dish like a torta or plate of enchiladas at a casual spot costs 70–120 MXN.
Head to markets like Mercado Libertad or the central plaza for tacos, gorditas, and elotes from stalls; look for busy carts with locals queued up.
Budget supermarket chains include Soriana, Bodega Aurrerá, and Walmart Express.
For affordable clothing, visit Coppel, Del Sol, or the sprawling Tianguis outdoor market on weekends.
Minibuses (colectivos) cost 8–10 MXN per ride; from the airport, take the Ruta 2 bus or a colectivo for about 20–30 MXN instead of taxis.
Eat at mercado food stalls for cheap, authentic meals; use local bus routes rather than taxis; buy bottled water in bulk at a supermarket, not at convenience stores.
Good to know — Chihuahua
Type A/B · 127V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ MX$17.54 · MXN
Emergency Contacts
ChihuahuaFor tourists, the state tourist police can be reached at 01 800 508 0948. For non-urgent tourist help, call 01 614 429 3300.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chihuahua, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apple Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cajero BBA — 545 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Aeropuerto bus stop (outside terminal) → Calle Libertad, two blocks from Mansion Tarahumara
💡 Buses are worn but safe. Sit near the driver. You'll need a prepaid card from a corner shop (Oxxo sells them). Cash is rarely taken on board.
General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) → Mansion Tarahumara, Zona Centro
💡 Agree the fare before getting in and pay in pesos. Official airport taxis charge a flat rate—ignore anyone offering a deal inside the terminal.
Plaza de Armas, 5-minute walk from Mansion Tarahumara → Loop through Centro Histórico
💡 Not an airport option—this is for sightseeing. Buy tickets outside the Cathedral. The tram gives a decent overview of the city’s colonial architecture, but skip it if you're short on time.
Anywhere in Chihuahua city → Mansion Tarahumara, Calle Juárez 601
💡 Uber and DiDi are often cheaper than street taxis for short hops. Set the pickup pin exactly at the hotel entrance—drivers get confused by narrow one-way streets around the Zócalo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apple Inn?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from the street). These upper floors are quieter than lower ones and the courtyard orientation minimises traffic noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apple Inn?
Avoid any room on the 1st or 2nd floor, especially those with a street-facing window. Chihuahua's main avenues carry heavy truck traffic and overnight delivery noise; lower floors get the worst of it. Also skip rooms near the lift on any floor — the lift motor hum is audible.
Is Apple Inn noisy?
The hotel sits on a main avenue in Chihuahua's commercial district, so expect traffic noise from 7am–9pm weekdays, occasionally later on Fridays. Saturday nights can bring revving engines outside bars two blocks south. The lift shaft runs through the centre of the building — avoid rooms adjacent to it on any floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Apple Inn?
The best view here is from a courtyard-facing room on the 5th floor — you overlook the inner patios of neighbouring buildings, with a sliver of the distant Sierra Madre if the smog lifts. Street-facing rooms just see a busy road and petrol station.
What are insider tips for staying at Apple Inn?
1. Parking: The hotel has a small private lot behind the building (ask at check-in). Spaces fill by 6pm, so arrive early or you'll be on the street (overnight parking is safe but dusty). 2. Request a courtyard-facing room at booking — the receptionist can usually swap you if you ask politely at check-in, but calling beforehand is safer.
What time is check-in at Apple Inn?
Check-in at Apple Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apple Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approximately 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming and video calls); no login or time limit—just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apple Inn?
None (no additional city or tourist tax imposed in Chihuahua at this time)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apple Inn?
A comida corrida (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a small local eatery runs about 50–80 MXN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apple Inn?
Minibuses (colectivos) cost 8–10 MXN per ride; from the airport, take the Ruta 2 bus or a colectivo for about 20–30 MXN instead of taxis.
When is the best time to visit Chihuahua?
October through November: clear skies, daytime highs around 26°C, and low tourist density since the summer rains have passed and winter crowds haven't started.
Top Attractions in Chihuahua
💡 Go in the late afternoon when locals gather—there's often live music or dance classes near the main gazebo. The paddle boats cost around 20 pesos for 20 minutes.
💡 The cathedral is free to enter, but dress modestly. On weekend evenings, the plaza fills with families and street food stalls selling elotes and churros.
💡 Admission is cheap (roughly 30 pesos), but Tuesday afternoons are sometimes free—check their Facebook page before going.
💡 Entry is about 50 pesos. Bring small bills—they often don't have change for large notes. The guided tour (in Spanish) is included and adds context to Villa's eccentricities.
💡 Entry is around 60 pesos, and the guided tour takes about an hour. Wear sturdy shoes; it's damp and uneven. Go early to avoid crowds—it's popular with school groups on weekday mornings.