Mazamitla Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town and municipality of the Mexican state of Jalisco, and popular resort destination for travelers
About Mazamitla
The town of Mazamitla was founded by the Aztecs in 1165, conquered by the Purhepecha 300 years later, and a century later, conquered by the Spanish conquistadors. It's a peaceful place today, with very little conquering going on, but a lot of cool mountain air and cool traditional vibes. About 8,000 people live in the town itself with another 3,000 or so in the outlying farms and villages that are part of the greater municipal area. The town is set in a mountainous area known as the Sierra del Tigre. Most of the landscape is pine forest hills. The highest mountain in the area is about 2800 meters (the two highest points are Cerro El Jackal and Cerro del Tigre). The climate is warm in the summer, but quite cool in fall, winter and spring. You'll want a jacket in the evening, which can get
Top Attractions in Mazamitla
Explore the best things to see and do in Mazamitla:
- ★Cascada el Salto
- ★Parroquia San Cristobal
- ★Plaza Municipal José Parres Arias
- ★Valle de Juarez
Where to Eat in Mazamitla
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Casa Alpina
- 🍴Casa Magna
- 🍴Posada Mazamitla
Where to Stay in Mazamitla
- 🏨Hotel Cabañas Colinas de los Ruiseñores
- 🏨Hotel El Lenador
- 🏨Hotel Huerta Real
- 🏨Monteverde
Mazamitla Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: