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About
Located in the Historical Center of Guadalajara, Hotel Frances offers a terrace with panoramic views of the city. Free Wi-Fi and free public parking are available. The rooms at the Frances have a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Some of the rooms feature a private balcony. On-site Restaurant Molino Rojo offers buffet breakfast and lunch. It serves mainly Mexican food. A la carte service is available for dinner. Teatro Degollado is 328 feet from Hotel Frances. San Juan de Dios market is within walking distance. Guadalajara’s Cathedral, the Regional museum and Wax museum are in the immediate vicinity of the property. Guadalajara International Airport is a 35 minutes’ drive from Hotel Frances.
317 Reviews
What Guests Say
- “Location ( perfect) the fact that it is the oldest hotel in Guadalajara and still looks good”
- “Customer service and staff members are great.”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Quadruple Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Junior Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Deluxe Queen Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Family Studio
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Family Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Standard Double Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Two-Bedroom Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
1/4Standard Triple Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Presidential Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Complimentary drinking water
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What Guests Loved
Based on 317 reviews
Pros +
- Location ( perfect) the fact that it is the oldest hotel in Guadalajara and still looks good
- Location
- Customer service and staff members are great.
Cons -
- It didn't have AC and the restrooms were very poor kept
- If u want oldest hotel with lots of history: ok AC was pitiful. I won't go back
- Too loud, no privacy since you can hear everything other guests are talking in a room close to yours. We got a room that smelly weird, we asked for another room and it took over 20 minutes for us and the hotel staff to open the door of the second room.
Location ( perfect) the fact that it is the oldest hotel in Guadalajara and still looks good
It didn't have AC and the restrooms were very poor kept
Location
If u want oldest hotel with lots of history: ok AC was pitiful. I won't go back
Customer service and staff members are great.
Too loud, no privacy since you can hear everything other guests are talking in a room close to yours. We got a room that smelly weird, we asked for another room and it took over 20 minutes for us and the hotel staff to open the door of the second room.
Good location
Room was awfully perfumed (which remained for two days) I told staff I wanted to switch rooms and they could do nothing about it. Halls after midnight will turn off lights which will make the old hotel even creepier. Front desk didn't even have a pen
IT needs up grade BIG TIME. The electric plug is directly over the bathroom sink which shares space with the shower! It is a bout a 2 star at best and definitely not the 5 star advertised. The most unique thing doubt it was that it was built in 1610!
Condition and cleanliness or lack of
Location
Location, location, location is excellent. Near plaza de Armas, the cathedral and government building. The room was quite spacious with very comfortable beds and pillows. The AC worked perfectly by keeping the room at a comfortable temperature. The wifi worked well throughout the building which allowed the TV to access Netflix, etc.
This centuries old building is charming however, it is in dire need of updates. Our room was spacious and comfortable but it lacked electric outlets, 2 in the room. The bathroom was by far the most disliked. It was quite dated and rustic, in that the tub was unsightly, I wore my flip flops in the shower because the tub appeared dingy and unclean. It is in dire need of upgrading/remodeling.
Very respectful and very helpful staff.
Internet was very bad but attempts to fix issue was 100% success
Location. Bar on top floor was nice but 4 floors up and elevator not working, nor was it being worked on.
The elevator was broken and we were on the 3rd floor. The ceiling light in the bathroom was flickering like a dico light. We were there 4 days and no attempt was made to fix anything. We were given 2 small bottles of drinking water. When we asked for more we were told they only give water the first day of our stay. To have more we had to pay for it.
Location
Elevator not working. Room card keys had to be recharged 5 times. Leaky faucets. Dangerous bathtub. Poor hallway lighting. Indifferent front desk. Had to walk up 4 flights of stairs with no working elevator. Submitted complaint and refund request. Only one electrical outlet in entire room.
Very central, in the part of the old city. Beautiful roof top. Very nice view of the city from this point. Bar on the top floor. Mariachi events on Saturdays. Beautiful old paintings hanging on the walls. Full of history. The water fountain on the lobby is very charming.
Bed needs replacement, bathroom was missing water holders, no fridge, painting in the bathroom ceiling needs to be fixed, also in some parts of the bedroom. Better lighting to put makeup on or a closer one. Safebox did not work. Note: this could be only this bedroom. I don't know the conditions of the others. Find for yourself if you are curious. But I hope this hotel can address the simple ones so it is a more enjoyable stay for everyone.
It was close to everything.
Management/ receptionist sucked. Their attitude was terrible. Not once did they smile. Cleaning ladies and the guy who took our bags was great. Props to them.
Location was excellent. Steps to the Cathedral.
Uber couldn’t seem to find it or at least drivers didn’t want to navigate to it given all the road construction.
Location. Staff. Rooftop bar. Price.
Not enough plug ins. A bit of a musty smell. No elevator.
Charming hotel in a great location
The elevator didn't work The hotel needs updating
Location and historical value of hotel
Needa renovation , the first room they gave me couldn’r loxk the door
Architecture, location
Mariachi music on rooftop until 2 am.
Ir was in the middle of everything. Great location. Beautiful chandelier . Mariachi Friday was amazing
They need to update their mattresses. The room size was too small. The elevator wasn't working so we took our luggage in the stairs.
Delicious breakfast buffet,live music on the rooftop bar. Within walking distance of everything ✨️ great location. Great and friendly staff ?
Maybe the locations wasn’t super bad and it’s historical
But definitely not a comfortable stay , they gave us two small beds when it’s 4 of us . I slept very uncomfortable with my kids on one bed . And the room was just a horrible set up . It wasn’t even the room we booked. Also I don’t have fotos but I have a video
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 12:00 PM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Location
Maestranza, 35, Guadalajara
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