Luxury Oceanfront 3 BR Penthouse - BeachN°001
Jalisco, Mexico
Sea viewGymAir conditioning
From $295 per night
Photo by Amar PreciadoJalisco, in western Mexico, pairs the cultural energy of Guadalajara with Sierra Madre highlands, tequila country and Pacific shores. Renting one of our luxury villas in Jalisco gives you private pools, space and discreet concierge support, an elegant base from which to explore the birthplace of mariachi and tequila.
- Private-pool villas within reach of Guadalajara and the Sierra Madre
- Birthplace of tequila and mariachi, with UNESCO-listed agave landscapes
- Celebrated cuisine: birria, tortas ahogadas and regional specialities
- Festivals including the International Mariachi Festival and Festival Cultural de Mayo
- Concierge service and direct booking with Smiling House
Known forTequila, mariachi music, Guadalajara culture and Pacific coastline
Best time to visitNovember to May, the dry season with warm, clear days
Nearest airportGuadalajara International Airport (GDL)
Ideal forCouples, culturally curious travellers, families and groups
Oceanfront 3 BR Condo with Private Beach - PoolsN°002
Jalisco, Mexico
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Jalisco, Mexico
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Jalisco, Mexico
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Jalisco, Mexico
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Jalisco, Mexico
Sea viewGymAir conditioning
From $194 per night
42homes available
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Jalisco in pictures
Events not to miss in Jalisco
- Late August to early September
International Mariachi and Charrería Festival
Guadalajara, the birthplace of mariachi, hosts the world's largest celebration of the genre, with galas, parades and charrería horsemanship. Jalisco culture at full strength.
- October
Fiestas de Octubre
A month-long festival in Guadalajara mixing concerts, fairground life, gastronomy and regional traditions. One of Mexico's biggest annual celebrations.
- November
Festival Gourmet International, Puerto Vallarta
Visiting chefs partner with the resort town's leading kitchens for ten days of menus, tastings and dinners. A fixture of the Vallarta food calendar since 1995.
- Late November to mid December
Feria Nacional del Tequila
The town of Tequila, amid its UNESCO-listed agave landscape, celebrates the national spirit with distillery events, charreadas and fireworks.
Jalisco through the seasons
- Winter (December – March)
Dry-season sun and humpback whales
Peak season on the Costalegre and in Punta Mita brings warm, rain-free days while humpback whales calve in Banderas Bay. Book whale-watching charters through your concierge.
- Spring (April – May)
Hot, golden beach weeks
The driest, warmest stretch of beach weather before the rains, with calm seas for sailing and diving. Villa terraces earn long, late sunsets.
- Summer (June – September)
The green season and surf swells
Afternoon rains turn the Sierra Madre lush and bring the Pacific surf season. Mornings are bright, and villa rates are at their gentlest.
- Autumn (October – November)
Festivals and the return of the dry season
Guadalajara's Fiestas de Octubre and Vallarta's gourmet festival bookend the transition to dry-season sunshine. An excellent window for food-led stays.
The Area
Set in western Mexico, Jalisco is a state of striking contrasts, from the cosmopolitan boulevards of Guadalajara, its capital, to the agave fields around the town of Tequila and the pine-clad ridges of the Sierra Madre. The state carries a deep cultural heritage and is widely regarded as the cradle of much that the world considers quintessentially Mexican. Colonial towns, lakeside retreats around Lake Chapala and a long Pacific coastline give the region remarkable range. A luxury villa here places you between vibrant city life and tranquil countryside, with the freedom to move between cultural immersion and quiet escape at your own pace.
Things to Do
Explore Guadalajara's historic centre, its cathedral and the muralled Hospicio Cabañas, then browse craft and silver in nearby Tlaquepaque and Tonalá. The UNESCO-listed agave landscape around the town of Tequila invites distillery tours and tastings at the source of the world-famous spirit. The Sierra Madre rewards hikers and riders with cool highland air, while Lake Chapala offers gentle days by the water. Cultural travellers can trace the roots of mariachi, charrería and folkloric dance, all of which were shaped in this part of Mexico. Concierge can arrange private guides, tastings and tailored excursions throughout your stay.
Dining and Nightlife
Jalisco's cuisine is among the most celebrated in Mexico. Seek out birria, the rich spiced stew of goat or beef, and tortas ahogadas, the drowned sandwiches synonymous with Guadalajara, alongside refined tasting menus and lively street-food stalls. Tequila, distilled within the state, anchors the drinks scene from agave purists to inventive cocktail bars. After dark, Guadalajara comes alive: mariachi serenades in Plaza de los Mariachis, rooftop lounges, contemporary clubs and intimate cantinas. Your villa's concierge can secure tables at sought-after restaurants and arrange private chefs or tequila tastings at home.
When to Visit
The most comfortable window runs from November to May, the dry season, when days are warm and skies reliably clear across both the highlands and the coast. The rainy season, roughly June to October, brings lush green landscapes and dramatic afternoon storms that usually clear by evening. Cultural timing matters too: the International Mariachi Festival each September fills Guadalajara with concerts and parades, while the Festival Cultural de Mayo celebrates the arts in spring. Booking a luxury villa well ahead is wise around these signature events and over the busy winter months.
Getting There
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) is the principal gateway, connecting Jalisco to major cities across Mexico, the United States and beyond. From the terminal, most villas in and around Guadalajara, Tequila and the Lake Chapala area are within a comfortable drive. For coastal stays, Puerto Vallarta serves the state's Pacific shore. Renting a villa rather than basing yourself in a hotel gives you room to spread out and a private retreat to return to. Concierge can coordinate private airport transfers, car hire and a driver, so your arrival is seamless from the moment you land.