Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel in Tlaquepaque

In the Heart of Mexico’s Historic Artist Community Near Guadalajara

Feb 28, 2009 Jennifer Huber

The Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel is a favorite with North American and European travelers visiting the artist community of Tlaquepaque, Mexico, near Guadalajara.

The community of San Pedro Tlaquepaque (commonly referred as Tlaquepaque) is a vibrant blend of chic fine art galleries, boutiques overflowing with colorful handicrafts and jewelry, home furnishing shops, and mouthwatering restaurants. Music spills onto the main thoroughfares making it seem everyday is a festival. Tlaquepaque is a community dedicated to preserving its culture and history yet feeds the creativity of modern artists.

Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel: Steps Away from the Heart of Tlaquepaque

Tlaquepaque’s main shopping and gallery area centers around Calle Independencia . Quinta Don Jose Hotel rests on this edge making it literally steps away. The hotel’s lobby, bar, and restaurant are accented with colorful modern treasures from the local artisan community such as sculptures and paintings. Ladies should be sure to visit the women's bathroom around the corner from the bar. Take time to appreciate the artistic design with skulls painted in the sink and look up at the ceiling for the metal work.

The hotel is a collection of 15 rooms simply, yet comfortably appointed for the North American and European traveler with television, private bathroom, and water cooler amply supplied with water. The front desk staff along with owners Arturo and Estella Magaña speak English and are helpful in assisting guests with their requests. For those travelers who need to stay connected while visiting Mexico, the Quinta Don Jose offers a community computer with free Internet access.

The outdoor breakfast area is a peaceful setting and perfect for easing into the day. Every so often the hotel’s resident cat shares the patio. Grab a poolside siesta or escape the Mexican heat in the outdoor pool and don’t forget Happy Hour between 5 and 6 p.m. It’s a chance to meet up with other hotel guests and grab a deal with two-for-one drinks. Order a Mexican-style pizza for dinner or head to the restaurant for Mexican or Italian cuisine.

Must-See Tlaquepaque Galleries

If time is limited when visiting Tlaquepaque, be sure to visit these three galleries. Many shops and galleries are closed Mondays.

Galería Rodo Padilla - Ceramic sculptures and bronze originals depicting exaggeratedly shaped Mexican men and women in lovable settings (Calle Independencia 129).
Galería Sergio Bustamante - Whimsical sculptures and paintings, some which can be described as a new age Alice in Wonderland (Calle Independencia 238).
Museo Regional de la Ceramica (Regional Ceramics Museum) – Housed in a 19th century building, the collection represents work from local and regional artists, look at the detail in the Popular Mexican Miniatures (Calle Independencia 237).

Things to See Near Tlaquepaque

Small tours led by a knowledgeable local are offered to Quinta Don Jose guests for a fee. Group size is limited and trips include journeys to Tequila for tequila sampling, Guadalajara City for a history tour, and Lake Chapala, a popular retirement area for Americans and Canadians. Advance reservations required.

Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel: Minutes from Guadalajara

The Guadalajara International Airport is less than 30 minutes away and a complimentary airport shuttle is provided for guests staying at least three nights. Room rates range between $75 for a single and $150 for the master suite. Poolside suites run between $110 and $145. All prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change.

Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel, Calle Reforma No. 139, Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico 45500, Mexico Tel/Fax: 52 (33) 3635-7522, U.S./Canada Toll Free: 1-866-629-3753

Quinta Don Jose Boutique Hotel’s hospitality, affordable rates, service, and location make it perfect for North Americans and Europeans looking to immerse in the Mexican culture during the day and surround themselves with modern comforts in a secure setting at night.

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Quinta Don Jose Hotel's Resident Cat	Quinta Don Jose Hotel Courtyard	Comfortable Suite at the Quinta Don Jose Hotel
Mexican Miniatures, Museo Regional de la Ceramica