10 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Tapalpa, Mexico - Updated 2024

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High up in Sierra Madre, in the central-western Mexican state of Jalisco, lies the magical mountain town of Tapalpa. Red roof tiles, adobe walls, and the sweet, honeysuckle-like fragrance of bougainvillea bombard the senses as you walk the streets of this quaint, little town. Only two hours away from Guadalajara by car, Tapalpa is a well-preserved, traditional Mexican town with steep, cobblestone streets, stunningly beautiful mountain views, and crisp mountain air. At the heart of the town lies its majestic main church and, in the central square, there are two more - Temple of San Antonio and Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Scroll down for the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Tapalpa, Mexico.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 08, 2024.

1. Gorgeous brick home in downtown Tapalpa (from USD 297)

Perfectly located in downtown Tapalpa, blocks from the main plaza, this gorgeous brick home is ideally situated for shopping and entertainment. Just a small walk from restaurants, cafeterias, cantina/bars, and shops but located at the top of a hill overlooking the beautiful town known affectionately as “Pueblo Mágico” or Magic Town this home is wonderfully equipped with plush furniture and a gigantic traditional Mexican kitchen. The home is perfect for a large family with one room equipped with four beds and a large master bedroom with a king bed.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
174 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 5 Beds 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we were also welcomed with fresh flowers on the table and a recommendation for a good restaurant
Cleanliness:
house was beautiful clean and very close to town
Host:
sylvia was very responsive to questions we had
silvia was a great host and very quick to respond to all of our questions
silvia is a great host and answers any questions you might have very promptly
firstly silvia was a fantastic host
the place is beautiful and functional and silvia our host could have not been more helpful and thoughtful
Location:
the location is outstanding
the house had a great location away from noise but close enough to walk to everything
a lovely house in a great location
the house is at a great location
silvias’ place is fantastic for a weekend with family or/and friends
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2. Monterra cabin with wonderful mountain views (from USD 138)

Located in the mountain forest, five minutes from Tapalpa, this listing features spectacular views and contemporary Mexican architecture. Sit back and relax, read a book by the fireplace, or soak in the scenery while grilling ribeyes on the terrace. Spend the day in Tapalpa soaking up the rich history of the town, cook an authentic Mexican meal in the unit’s fully equipped kitchen, and finish off your day by relaxing in the private whirlpool tub and snuggling with your significant other in the cozy king-size bed.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
96 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 3 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the cabin was comfortable and modern
Cleanliness:
the cabin are really nice and clean
Host:
the hosts are great and make sure your stay is as pleasant as possible
Location:
great location and very friendly staff
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3. Romantic cabin near Talpalpa town center (from USD 88)

Steps from the town center and grocery stores, bakeries, and shopping, this cabin is surrounded by amazing views. Spend your day in the town center learning about the rich history and time-tested traditions of the town. Stroll through a church that was built in the 1600s or try out the local cuisine in the town center. Wind down for the evening in the cabin’s private hot tub. Walk barefoot on the cool ceramic tile floor and prepare breakfast and coffee and watch the sunrise from the cabin’s terrace.

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Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
214 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beyond it being cozy & beautiful the cabin & it's surroundings were essentially silent at night
Host:
raul was very responsive to our questions and gave of good recommendations about restaurants and things to do
Location:
raúl’s place is a nice cabin on the edge of town
it was the perfect place for a few days of vacation
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4. Lovely guest flat with stunning view (from USD 48)

Close to Tapalpa, on a very quiet street, sits this quaint apartment that sports gorgeous, serene views of the main church chapel, Tapalpa town center, and surrounding hills and mountains. The floors are wood tile, the ceilings are vaulted, and the bathroom is clean and refreshing. There is a full bed as well as a futon, WIFI available throughout the listing, and a patio with a wonderful view. It’s a beautiful place to rest while spending your days exploring what this beautiful town has to offer.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
287 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
ruben’s place is great impeccably clean awesome location great host
Host:
great host as well
the host left a carafe a water to get us started which was nice
it was better this time he was a gracious host
Location:
this small studio is in a great location
great views and a short walk from the main square
i came back because ruben’s place is awesome
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5. Rustic home on large property (from USD 90)

This cabin is rustic, surrounded by beautiful countryside, and lying on an expansive, green property. As you step onto the cobbled stone patio, you get the feeling that you are being transported back in time. The walls are brick and adobe, the floors are ceramic tile, and the home is well-furnished with cozy, comfortable beds, and furniture. Spend days traipsing across the gorgeous countryside and spend evenings resting before the fireplace or having drinks on the pier overlooking a small lake.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
217 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 5 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it was really clean
lovely cabin very peaceful clean and the kitchen is well equipped
Host:
javier is a very responsive and gracious host
Location:
this cabin is a great place for a weekend get away
excellent place to forget about the city secure and with an excellent service and attendance from francisco
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6. Beautiful and sophisticated home with fireplace (from USD 124)

Overlooking the hills and fields of Tapalpa, this getaway is ideal for couples. Enjoy a romantic dinner before a roaring fire or order up a relaxing massage from your private terrace. Take romantic walks through the natural landscape surrounding the home and rest peacefully in the evening – finishing your day in the home’s spacious and cozy bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto a beautiful scene of rolling green hills. There is a seating area in the bedroom and a patio directly outside where you can have drinks before sunset or coffee at sunrise.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
96 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire loft 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
bety is a great host she will help with anything
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7. Sprawling four-bedroom cabin retreat (from USD 249)

Steps from the town center, this one-of-a-kind home features three chimneys, a grill, a wooden oven, a large yard, and an outdoor fireplace. Cook a delicious meal in the cabin’s traditional Mexican kitchen which overlooks a garden with a barbecue pit and wood-burning oven and then, enjoy serene views and after-dinner drinks from the balcony of the upper room terrace. Steps away from the home, take a walk in the forest, a horseback ride, or simply visit one of many tourist attractions in the magical town of Tapalpa.

TAPALPA, Jal., Mexico
196 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible
Entire cabin 6 Beds 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
easy access wifi hot water traditional look you will enjoy each one of the rooms
Cleanliness:
cabin was as described clean and the hosts responded to our inquiries in a timely fashion
Host:
the staff checked in on us once during our stay to make sure we had firewood and everything else
gustavo was very responsive and the people maintaining the cabin were also very friendly
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8. Efficient, modern flat in town center (from USD 80)

Nestled in the center of the town among local grocery stores, shops, and services, this gorgeous Jalisco pad is just meters from the esplanade and main church. Visit the mysterious and captivating landmark, Las Piedrotas, located just 2.7 mi (4.5 km) from the listing. Grill some steaks on the patio, taking in the peaceful view, or cook a delicious meal in the home’s fully equipped, modern kitchen. Finish off your day with drinks on the terrace or snuggle up and watch television in one of the unit’s cozy beds.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
148 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it is compact clean & modern with a nice outdoor seating area
the home is very clean with very comfortable furnishings
Location:
it is very close to downtown easy to walk and explore talpapa
awesome location and very modern if that’s what you’re interested in
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9. New adobe and stone home with an amazing view (from USD 174)

Located in Los Espinos, a 15-minute drive from Tapalpa, this gorgeous adobe and stone home features some amazing mountain views. Relax with coffee on the cabin’s wood deck and watch the sunrise over the mountains before taking a long mountain bike ride, strolling through the garden, or spending the day in the magical town of Tapalpa. After all that rigorous fun, you can prepare a delicious meal in this cabin’s beautiful and spacious kitchen, adorned with modern appliances and splashed with sunlight. Have dinner on the patio on a live-edge table that seats six and then you can finish off your day snuggling up in one of the home’s cozy beds.

Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
121 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cottage 8 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the cabin its brand new with everything extremely clean and comfy
Host:
host: sofía its and excellent host
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10. Authentic Mexican house with terrace grill

Set on a hill, just blocks from the beautiful city of Tapalpa, this home is with walking distance from everything in the town of Jalisco and yet sits in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. The home is a two-bedroom but is furnished with five beds making it an ideal place to bring the family. The architecture and adornments are authentic, rustic Mexican, and offer a warm, rich environment in which to rest. There is a terrace with a beautiful view and a built-in barbecue grill for entertaining the family, and there’s an indoor fireplace and a bar for relaxing evenings indoors.

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Tapalpa, Jalisco, Mexico
130 reviews  
Entire cottage 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable for 4 adults and 2 dogs
the house was lovely with wonderful decorations inside there aren't really 8 beds though
Cleanliness:
the house is beautiful and clean and in a perfect location
very clean and close to stores and restaurants
Host:
karla was very kind flexible and easy to communicate with
great host very friendly and profesional súper helpful would totally recommend and stay there again
it's very family friendly rustic and a great value for a night in this beautiful home
Location:
the location is easy walk to centro
the location is good too
the location of the house is great
the walk to town is very easy
house was spectacular very nice location and house
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Head for the mountains of Mexico

Jalisco has enough rich history, cathedrals, and landmarks to keep you entertained for a long time. Whenever you are visiting, remember to check this list of the best Airbnb rentals in Jalisco, Mexico.

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