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Hotel Frances

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Guadalajara Cathedral

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In the heart of Guadalajara, Hotel Frances offers a tranquil retreat with a rooftop terrace and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services. Enjoy top-notch concierge services, tour assistance, and limo transportation - all backed by helpful staff that previous guests have raved about.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Refrigerator in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is $52
$63 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19

Room options

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Standard Room | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

  • 26 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Suite

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Grand Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Grand Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Elite Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Elite Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room Standard

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room Standard

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Maestranza No. 35, Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL, 44100

What's nearby

  • Guadalajara Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Degollado Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Guadalajara Wax Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palacio de Gobierno - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) - 44 min drive
  • Guadalajara Centro Station - 3 min walk
  • Plaza Universidad Station - 4 min walk
  • San Juan de Dios Station - 7 min walk
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Chata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Boutique Degollado - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Piso Siete - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cantina La Fuente - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Frances

Hotel Frances puts you just a 5-minute drive from Guadalajara Cathedral and Avienda Chapultepec. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out El Molino Rojo, which serves breakfast and lunch. This Colonial hotel is also within a short drive of Applicant Service Center and Minerva Roundabout. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Guadalajara Centro Station is 3 minutes and Plaza Universidad Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 65 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
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Parking

    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–noon
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1610
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

El Molino Rojo - This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 170 to 170 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MXN 350 per vehicle
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Frances Guadalajara
Frances Hotel
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Hotel Frances Guadalajara
Frances Hotel Guadalajara
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Hotel Frances Guadalajara
Hotel Frances Hotel Guadalajara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Frances offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Frances 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Frances?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Frances?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is MXN 350 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Frances?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Frances?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Majestic Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Frances and nearby?

Hotel Frances has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Frances?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, El Molino Rojo.

What's the area around Hotel Frances like?

Hotel Frances is in Downtown Guadalajara, a short 3-minute walk from Guadalajara Centro Station and 2 minutes' walk from Degollado Theater.

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Reviews

Hotel Frances Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Elevator
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and staff was nice.
Veronica, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff very very attentive and looked free us well.
Taken from the rooftop terraza
Frank, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. At the centro and also close to the train. Very clean and comfortable room. The staff were extremely nice and friendly.
Raul, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was amazing in this historic hotel. The staff was super friendly and made us feel welcomed and at home. The amenities and the cleanliness was excellent as well. I will definitely be returning soon.
Angela, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location! Great service
Elizabeth M., 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The building does have some great historical features but it still was has cozy.
Diego, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay… it was comfortable and entertaining… can’t wait to come back!!!
Timothy, 5-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Staff were very nice and provided great service. Room space was very small specially the bathroom and shower. Towels were very thin. Elevator was out of service multiple times.
Luis F., 12-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was good, its an old building so dont expect perfection, staff is very friendly, this trip was tough because of all the construction around, but we made the best of it. Will be back next year.
Jaime, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love the ambiance and history, convenient location to everything.
Rick, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I like the proximity of this hotel to shopping and museums.
Adriana, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, perfe t location, friendly staff, very happy to have choosen this hotel
Jose, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The hotel is beautiful and clean. What you’d expect for a historical building. However, it was listed as having an elevator. When we arrived we were told that the elevator has not been working for almost 3 weeks since they are waiting for a part that is coming in from Italy. I had my 83 year old mother and handicapped brother going up and down the stairs for two days. Not sure if this is Expedias fault for not updating the listing or the hotel’s.
Arminda, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Polite employees and very helpful
Onofre, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff, like that they had entertainment on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Rooms need updating. Would of rather had a shower than a tub.
Eldibrando, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Historical property in the historic district. Wonderful experience. The hotel staff are amazing!
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Stayed here many times. It was good in the past. Unattended and poorly staffed.
Jorge, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

great location. would pick a larger room next time that is NOT on the street. Pretty noisy.
Lola, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing! Welcoming and helpful. The beds need to be updated tho. They are clean but the mattress is hard.
KARINA, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

The water and electricity cut off on the middle of the night around 9pm and didn’t turn on until 2am luckily we needed to go to sleep to catch a flight. The staff is very accommodating The only elevator doesn’t work and the 3rd floor is very loud with AC noises and cathedral bells every hour. This is the oldest hotel in Guadalajara and it shows.
Nancy, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

We honestly opted to move to another hotel without complaining. There is the process of remodeling and I hope once it’s completed there will no longer be issues with the AC. This is not a reflection of the staff as they tried to make us feel comfortable
Noemi, 7-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Great location (Centro) well, it is the oldest hotel in the city and built in 1600’s. Hard beds, bad Wi-Fi, remotes for TV & Air 2 ft from the wall😛 No heating, lots of noise in the evening. Till 10 or 11pm No early siestas 😝 2 of the 3 nights events in the lobby. No refrigerator. For takeouts. But inexpensive. (Under$50) Just my point of view Platinum member (Expedia)
Abel, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The front staff where very friendly and helpful. Make sure you ask for your car well before your ready to leave it takes about a half hour to get your car..I had room 308 on the penthouse floor it was goo, except for what appeared to be black mold on the cieling all along the one side. The shower floor was not to clean and the drain is plugged. The view on the ph floor is great facing the cathedral. All and all it is a decent stay. Beds and pillows are harder than I like. Location is a 10 however.
Howard, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Guadalajara stay

Hotel was nice but wouldn’t stay again. The hotel is located near some clubs and bars so there was loud music till about midnight. The elevator was nice but old and unreliable. The mattress was very hard but luckily with 4 large winter blankets provided by the hotel, It was bearable. The bathroom had open windows which let mosquitos in. I woke up with bites on my arms hands and face. I will say the place was clean. The staff was friendly and helped with my hard mattress solution. But there is a double tree and holiday in 2 blocks away. Should have stayed there.
4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Here's a polished and more professional version of your review while keeping your voice and experience intact: --- The hotel is definitely older, but that’s part of its charm and character. We enjoyed our stay—staff were friendly and helpful throughout. Check-in was a bit slow, but we were eventually taken care of. One of the best parts is the location: just a short walk to the cathedral and many major tourist attractions, with two fantastic cafés on either side of the hotel Cafe Arte and Chai (best breakfast). It’s truly a convenient base for exploring the area. The hotel also offers helpful services like organizing tours to other areas Tequila, Tlaquepaque, Tonola etc, airport transfers, and other arrangements as needed. In the evenings, they host entertainment such as mariachi, tribute bands, and live music. We attended each event and had a great time relaxing with a few drinks. Cleanliness could use some improvement, but it was generally acceptable. We visited in July, and it was extremely hot with a noticeable mosquito presence—both indoors and out—so we recommend bringing bug spray. This isn’t really a hotel issue, just something to be aware of when visiting during the summer. Overall, a pleasant and memorable stay with a lot of local flavor.
Krystal, 4-night trip