Hotel Frances

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Interior
Interior
Exterior
Junior Suite | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Maestranza No. 35, Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL, 44100
  • Place, Guadalajara Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Degollado Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avienda Chapultepec
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room Standard

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Suite

  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Grand Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Elite Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Single Room Standard

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room Standard

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

Quadruple Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Guadalajara

Located in Downtown Guadalajara, Hotel Frances is next to Guadalajara Cathedral and Plaza de la Liberacion. This 65-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, concierge services, and limo/town car service.

What's nearby

  • Guadalajara Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Degollado Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de Armas - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Teatro Diana - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Avienda Chapultepec - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Plaza Universidad Station - 5 min walk
  • Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Chata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piso Siete - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Boutique Degollado - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantina La Fuente - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Frances

Colonial hotel with bars and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Hotel Frances enjoy features like refrigerator in a common area, a meeting room, and a terrace. For transportation, you can make use of a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for MXN 350 per vehicle, as well as limo/town car service. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a banquet hall.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find digital TV. Desks, free toiletries, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: MXN 170 to 170 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Molino Rojo

Things to do

  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1610
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MXN 170 to 170 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 350 per vehicle

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Frances?

Hotel Frances provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Frances?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Frances on Oct 28, 2025 start from $48.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Hotel Frances?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Guadalajara, just steps from Guadalajara Cathedral and Degollado Theater, and within a short walk of Plaza de Armas. You'll also find Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Frances?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel Frances feature a casino?

No, Hotel Frances doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Frances?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Frances?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, a restaurant, and proposal/romance packages.

Does Hotel Frances have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private spa tubs.

Does Hotel Frances have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Frances serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at El Molino Rojo.

Will Hotel Frances allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Frances.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Frances?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel Frances?

The closest major airport to Hotel Frances is Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL), which is 12.2 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Frances?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Frances.

Hotel Frances Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1003 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building does have some great historical features but it still was has cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bathroom to old smells like sewage in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregorio

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort

Extremely dated.

Amazing beautiful dated building, still needs furniture upgrades from its time to preserve the originality and modern comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had to ask the cleaning staff to service the room the floor was dirty, I lost my first night due to a flight cancellation and upon my arrival to the second night it was humid and floors dirty. In other words no one was there the night before to have cause the floors to be dirty no air was circulating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosalba

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bien todo el personal miy amable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

abel

Traveled with family
No me gustò la comodidad del cuarto
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Las Vegas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Reynil

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was terrible. Water barely work. Black mold and shower sucked
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Noemi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onofre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Polite employees and very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical property in the historic district. Wonderful experience. The hotel staff are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a chitty room on the 3rd floor, unlike the original charming 2nd. and 3rd floor rooms. Both over-priced and well-worn!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated, needs new lobby furniture

I was supposed to stay here on Monday 4-13-25, but it was so chaotic. Also very dated and dirty furniture in lobby, I really didn't want to go and see the room. Seemed dangerous with so many people coming and going with no visible security
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Baňo no sirvia. Servicio.de resepcion pesimo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Excellent location and very cool hotel built in 1610.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ESTEBAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Chee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025