Your stay — Del carmen
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The Property — Del carmen
This three-star, 24-room hotel in Zapopan's historic centre has a functional, clean-lined aesthetic that leans toward business travellers and short-stay visitors. The lobby feels efficient rather than cosy: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few chairs under fluorescent light. Free WiFi and parking are solid perks for the price, but don't expect character or extras like a pool or restaurant.
Chronicles of Zapopan
Zapopan was founded in 1541 as a Franciscan mission and grew around the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Zapopan, whose venerated Virgin statue dates to the 16th century. The city's architecture mixes colonial churches with mid-20th-century blocks and modern corporate towers along Avenida Vallarta. It merged into Guadalajara's metropolitan sprawl but retains a distinct administrative and religious identity. Today it's known for the annual October Romeria pilgrimage drawing over a million visitors, and for its sprawling industrial and tech parks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Zapopan guide →Best months
November and March offer the driest weather and mildest temperatures (20-27°C), with fewer tourists than December. April is also good if you avoid Semana Santa crowds.
Peak / festival surge
October is peak due to the Romeria pilgrimage, when hotel prices can double and rooms book out weeks ahead. The Fiestas de Octubre also draw crowds for concerts and fairs.
Budget shoulder season
January and September are the best shoulder months: hotels often drop rates 20-30%, weather is still mainly dry, and tourist sites are quiet.
Weather & packing
Zapopan sits at 1,500m elevation, so July afternoons often bring brief but heavy thunderstorms. Pack a compact umbrella and a light jacket for sudden cool spells in the evening.
Live City Briefing — Zapopan
- The Guadalajara light-rail Line 3 extension to Zapopan remains under construction; expect delays and detours on Avenida Vallarta near the city centre through summer 2026.
- A new pedestrianised zone around Basílica de Zapopan opened in May 2026, with extended street-food stalls at weekends – worth a walk from the hotel.
- Zapopan's annual Carmen Fair (linked to the hotel's namesake church) runs 14-18 July 2026, blocking streets near Calle Carmen; check local road closures if arriving by car.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Del carmen, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the three-storey walk-up, and the courtyard side is quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or any side entrance, as they get foot traffic noise from the lobby and street. Also avoid rooms directly above the small bar or breakfast area if there is one.
Best views
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard: you'll likely see a small garden or patio, which is much nicer than the view of the busy street (Avenida del Carmen). If you're lucky, you might get a glimpse of the Basilica de Zapopan from a south-facing upper room.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (counting ground as floor 0) are the quietest, as they're above the street and lobby buzz but not too high to get wind noise or lift machinery vibrations.
🔊 Noise notes
Del Carmen is on a main road in central Zapopan, so expect traffic noise from taxis, buses, and motorbikes during the day. Late-night noise could come from nearby bars or restaurants. The hotel has no soundproofing data, so rooms on the street side will be significantly noisier.
Insider tips
1. Park in the hotel's own lot if available — street parking is tight and can be unsafe overnight. 2. Request a courtyard room at booking, not at check-in, as these are the most sought-after and usually just a few.
- 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 — Del carmen
Free Open WiFi in lobby and all rooms (up/down 10 Mbps, reliable for email/browsing but not streaming). One device per room; login by room number.
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs‑only sections.
Digital newsstand via web link to Reforma and El Informador at reception desk; no physical papers. Building has no notable heritage quirks (modern 1990s hotel).
Standard check-in 15:00–22:00. Late check‑out (until 13:00) MXN 300; after 13:00 full night charged. Early bag drop free from 10:00.
Free for arrival/departure day; secure luggage room by reception, key return by 21:30.
Step‑free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. One adapted room on ground floor with widened doors and grab bars. No accessible parking spaces on site.
On‑site uncovered parking MXN 80 per night (limited spaces, first‑come first‑served). Nearest public car park Estacionamiento Constitución, Calle Constitución 14, MXN 35/hour or MXN 150 overnight; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Zapopan hotel occupancy tax not applicable to 3-star properties.)
Deposit & card hold: A credit card guarantee covers the first night at booking; a refundable damage hold of MXN 500 is taken in cash or card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Francisco de Asís (223 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Templo de Aránzazu (285 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Templo de San Sebastian de Analco (694 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Templo de San Sebastián de Analco (716 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza de la Tecnología — 574 m · ~7 min walk
Jardín de San Francisco — 238 m · ~3 min walk
Museo de Cera Guadalajara — 844 m · ~11 min walk
Foro Independencia — 688 m · ~9 min walk
Campo Infantil — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 343 m · ~4 min walk
FARMACIAS DE SIMILARES GUADALAJARA 108 — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Oxxo — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Independencia — 178 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Mexican Peso, MXN
Use ATMs inside banks (e.g. Bancomer, Banamex) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux in tourist zones and the airport for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; American Express less common; contactless and mobile pay accepted in many places but carry cash for small vendors and street markets.
Restaurants: 10–15% service charge often included, but leave 10% extra if service is good. Taxis: round up the fare or give 10–20 pesos. Hotel staff: 20–50 pesos for bellhops, 50–100 pesos for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side café con leche from a fonda or coffee stand, around 20–30 MXN.
Comida corrida (set lunch) at a local fonda or market stall, 70–90 MXN including a main, rice, beans, and drink.
Tacos de canasta or gorditas from a street cart, 40–60 MXN for 3–4 tacos.
The area around the Zapopan parish and the central market (Mercado de Abastos) has numerous taco stalls and antojito stands; in the evenings, Av. Hidalgo has several options.
Soriana, Chedraui, and Walmart are common; local markets (tianguis) on Tuesdays or Saturdays often have cheaper produce.
Mercado de Abastos or the Plaza del Sol mall area offer budget clothing stores; street vendors along Av. Patria sell basic apparel at low prices.
City buses (Mi Macro Calzada or regular routes) cost 9.50 MXN; a 30-day transport card (Tarjeta de prepago) costs about 200 MXN. From Guadalajara airport, take the airport bus (30 MXN) to Central Camionera, then a local bus to Zapopan (additional 9.50 MXN); avoid taxis costing over 200 MXN.
Eat at market fondas instead of tourist restaurants; use the prepago transport card for bus discounts; avoid buying water at convenience stores—refill your bottle at your hotel or a known safe tap (ask locals).
Good to know — Zapopan
Type A/B · 127V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ MX$17.52 · MXN
Emergency Contacts
ZapopanFor all emergencies in Zapopan, dial 911. For non-urgent police, call 33-3836-0090. The tourist assistance line is 078 from anywhere in Mexico. Local hospitals: Hospital Ángeles del Carmen (33-3834-3000); Hospital Puerta de Hierro (33-3669-0400).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Zapopan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Del carmen
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 343 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · FARMACIAS DE SIMILARES GUADALAJARA 108 — 241 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) → Casa del Retoño B&B, Zapopan
💡 Pre-book at the official airport taxi stand inside arrivals. Avoid unlicensed drivers offering lower fares outside the terminal.
Anywhere in Zapopan or GDL → Casa del Retoño B&B
💡 From the airport, an Uber costs around 300–400 MXN (usually cheaper than official taxis). Always confirm the license plate and driver name before getting in.
Periférico Norte station (nearest line) → Casa del Retoño B&B
💡 The bus stops at Periférico Norte and Avenida Patria. From there, it's a 10-minute walk. Use the prepaid card and tap on/off.
Central de Autobuses station → Zapopan Centro station
💡 Take the airport bus to Central de Autobuses first (20 mins, cheap). Line 3 runs mostly elevated with good views. Get off at Zapopan Centro, then 15 mins walk north-east to the B&B.
About Zapopan
Wikipedia ↗
Zapopan (Latin American Spanish pronunciation: [saˈpopan]) is a city and municipality located in the Mexican state of Jalisco. It is part of the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area. Zapopan is the most populous municipality in the state of Jalisco. Zapopan is notable for the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Del carmen?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the three-storey walk-up, and the courtyard side is quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Del carmen?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or any side entrance, as they get foot traffic noise from the lobby and street. Also avoid rooms directly above the small bar or breakfast area if there is one.
Is Del carmen noisy?
Del Carmen is on a main road in central Zapopan, so expect traffic noise from taxis, buses, and motorbikes during the day. Late-night noise could come from nearby bars or restaurants. The hotel has no soundproofing data, so rooms on the street side will be significantly noisier.
Which rooms have the best views at Del carmen?
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard: you'll likely see a small garden or patio, which is much nicer than the view of the busy street (Avenida del Carmen). If you're lucky, you might get a glimpse of the Basilica de Zapopan from a south-facing upper room.
What are insider tips for staying at Del carmen?
1. Park in the hotel's own lot if available — street parking is tight and can be unsafe overnight. 2. Request a courtyard room at booking, not at check-in, as these are the most sought-after and usually just a few.
What time is check-in at Del carmen?
Check-in at Del carmen is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Del carmen have Wi-Fi?
Free Open WiFi in lobby and all rooms (up/down 10 Mbps, reliable for email/browsing but not streaming). One device per room; login by room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Del carmen?
None (Zapopan hotel occupancy tax not applicable to 3-star properties.)
Where can I eat cheaply near Del carmen?
Comida corrida (set lunch) at a local fonda or market stall, 70–90 MXN including a main, rice, beans, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Del carmen?
City buses (Mi Macro Calzada or regular routes) cost 9.50 MXN; a 30-day transport card (Tarjeta de prepago) costs about 200 MXN. From Guadalajara airport, take the airport bus (30 MXN) to Central Camionera, then a local bus to Zapopan (additional 9.50 MXN); avoid taxis costing over 200 MXN.
When is the best time to visit Zapopan?
November and March offer the driest weather and mildest temperatures (20-27°C), with fewer tourists than December. April is also good if you avoid Semana Santa crowds.
Top Attractions in Zapopan
💡 Come on a Sunday morning when the square hosts a free dance class (folklorico) and vendors sell cheap local snacks.
💡 Free entry every day, not just Sundays. Check their website for free guided tours in English on the first Saturday of the month.
💡 Visit between 11am and 2pm for the freshest fruit and to see the torta-making action. BYO small bills for stalls.
💡 Arrive before 10am to see the small museum (free) inside the basilica, which opens only until 1pm.
💡 Rent a bike at the park entrance for 20 pesos per hour; the lake loop is 5km and mostly shaded.