Location. Positioned five kilometers from Miguel Hidalgo Airport and near shopping centers selling typical Mexican ceramics, El Tapatio Hotel and Resort stands nine kilometers from downtown Guadalajara, Mexico. The hotel is three kilometers from Tlaquepaque and 40 kilometers from Chapala Lake. Hotel Features. This Mexican colonial style resort offers dining options that include Los Laureles that prepares Mexican and international fare, and El Meson del Chef, where international gourmet specialties are served. Sunset Bar provides panoramic views while Bar Chapala offers poolside service. A business center offers fax, photocopy and print services, and five multi purpose function rooms accommodate events. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Recreational amenities include running tracks, clay tennis courts, a game room, a volleyball court and a health club equipped with fitness equipment. An outdoor pool provides refreshing relaxation, and a children's pool accommodates young swimmers. Front desk staff offer guest and concierge services 24 hours a day. Guestrooms. The two story El Tapatio Hotel and Resort offers 122 European plan guestrooms in traditional Mexican style with beamed ceilings, pastel color schemes and furnished balconies. Rooms afford views of the garden and pool, or the city. Room are equipped with cable television and direct dial telephones. Coffeemakers are included. Windows open to tropical breezes. Wireless Internet access is available. Expert Tip. Hotel staff can arrange transportation to nearby Tlaquepaque. The trip is well worth the time to witness street performers and traveling musicians entertaining in the plazas and parks. Boutique arts and crafts shops offer bronze sculptures, blown glass vases and embroidered cloth.