Top Hotels in El Fuerte
Top Restaurants in El Fuerte
Top 10 hotels in El Fuerte, Mexico
Discover the best hotels in El Fuerte, Pacific Coast including Hotel Posada del Hidalgo, Hotel El Fuerte, Hotel Torres Del Fuerte, Hotel Santa Elena, Posada Don Jose, Mansion Serrano Hotel, Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte, Mansion Serrano Hotel, Posada Casa Pascola, Hotel EL MILAGRO.
Restaurants in El Fuerte
1. Hotel Posada del Hidalgo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 395 reviews
Posada del Hidalgo is a beautiful colonial mansion. This attractive structure was built in 1890 by Don Rafael Almada, a wealthy and influential "alcalde" (mayor) who spent five years and 100,000 gold pesos on its construction. The wooden trim was made from 285 Canadian red pine beams. Don Rafael's mansion was the largest and most beautiful in El Fuerte. It was built just below the old fort, and has four layers of brick and adobe construction. The iron work was brought from Mazatlan.
Lovely hotel
Reviewed By Larksky15Lovely colonial hotel with gardens, pool and a rooftop bar. Rooms a good size, comfy beds and pillows. No opening window. Cockerels start crowing at 5am onwards so no need to set an alarm! Charged bottled water in the room $39 pesos. Enjoyed the free Zorro show even though we didn’t speak Spanish. Lovely courtyards. A short walk to the beautiful square.
2. Hotel El Fuerte
Overall Ratings
4 based on 97 reviews
Welcome to Hotel El Fuerte, your El Fuerte “home away from home.” Hotel El Fuerte aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. The rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. In addition, as a valued Hotel El Fuerte guest, you can enjoy a lounge that is available on-site. El Fuerte has plenty of Mexican restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like El Meson del General, Diligencias Restaurant, and Birrieria El Apoy, which are serving up some great dishes. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a history museum, such as Museo Fuerte Mirador. Hotel El Fuerte puts the best of El Fuerte at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Beautiful but showing its age
Reviewed By mcfcfan8Pros: Rooms big and comfortable Courtyard is gorgeous (attached) Pool area nice and relaxing (dubious cleanliness but it was 36 degrees c) Staff generally helpful (if you can locate them) - the new owner of the restaurant, Diego (I think), was very kind and informative Location is right next to the main square and less than a minute from the museum and malecon etc The much more expensive hotel located 30s away organised tours and does the Zorro show so you can just go there to sort out activities. They also allow use of their bigger pool as long as you buy something Aircon works and is essential Cons: The first room we were given had a ceiling that leaked water onto the socket my charger was plugged into as well as the bathroom leaking (this was during a rainstorm in the afternoon while we were napping) Rooms inconsistent as everything is so old so in our first room the fan didn’t work but in our second the lamp was missing - we much preferred room 2 to the initial one we had Generally very dark inside and windows covered and unreachable so there is no natural light in rooms Breakfast is absolutely awful, my girlfriend loves chilequiles and described them as the worst she has had in 2 years of living in Mexico. The eggs and coffee both cold and flavourless Hotel does not provide transport to and from El Fuerte town so you have to factor in 300$ for both legs to the station which is a complete rip off as it is a 10min drive each way
3. Hotel Torres Del Fuerte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
"Boutique Hacienda Hotel" An eclectic mix of casual glamour, luscious gardens, individually decorated rooms with class and understated elegance
Must stay if your Chepe train ride ends in El Fuerte
Reviewed By bigboy61455I stayed there because the hotel owner opened it to our Gate 1 guided tour during pandemic- now it seems open for booking via expedia as well. - Room: will mention later under tips. - Courtyard, garden decorations: top notch and probably the main reason to stay. Make sure that you take enough night photos while lights and decorations are on. Then during daytime enjoy "hacienda" upscale Mexican home with included western bar area, all interesting cacti and tress, birds and more. Cool guest area to hang out with antique from different countries as well (same area where wifi is available). - Restaurant is interestingly decorated with big painting and breakfast buffet is also good. Tips: VERY IMPORTANT - make sure to mention during booking whether you want to stay in a "classic (Victoria B&B) like room" or a "rustic" room. It was a shock to me as it was assigned to "rustic" room - where previous negative reviews are. Felt like you are in "maid quarter" or dungeon like a prisoner due to very unusual design including difficult to open doors with slanted metal door ledge. After a long train ride, I was in short fuse and did not take long to disappoint when I can not open bathroom easily or can not get hot water right away due to weird equipment. Later beauty of the courtyard sinks in and able to enjoy. It is an acquired taste but later found out that it was a newer guest house section (2 story cute house with beautiful trees around it) and each room has a separate heating or AC unit. I am even more impressed here with beautiful decoration than next hotel in Alamos where we all expect to see beautiful courtyard.
4. Hotel Santa Elena
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
A hotel in keeping with our colonial city, a building full of history known as the Alto de los Orrantia, one of the emblematic families in the history of Mexico
A classic Mexican Hotel
Reviewed By Dave MHotel Santa Elena, in the heart of El Fuerte, is one of those classic iconic Mexican places to stay. It’s actually an old house of the area, renovated into a series of rooms around an interior courtyard. Think high ceilings in the rooms, a single window to the street in a 1-2 foot thick brick or adobe wall. Add in a bathroom with plenty of hot water, great air conditioning and even a closet where you can hang your clothes, and you’ve got a perfect place to rest up before or after a trip on El Chepe. But the hotel comes with a couple of caveats. The rooms up front nearest the town square can be noisy, so ask for a room in the back. There are also no elevators if you get an upstairs room. And, if you are paying with a credit card, as opposed to pesos, you’ll pay a steep uncharge for that privilege. There are lots of food options nearby and even a restaurant connected to the hotel, so you’re covered there. The mercado is only a couple of blocks away, and in El Fuerte, that means some great birria and great tacos are always nearby. Would I stay here again? Of course, because it’s safe, centrally located and a great value.
5. Posada Don Jose
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
See why so many travelers make Posada Don Jose their guest house of choice when visiting El Fuerte. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a mosquito net, and you can stay connected during your stay as Posada Don Jose offers guests free wifi. The guest house features baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Travelers looking to enjoy some shrimp can head to El Meson del General. Otherwise, you may want to check out a steakhouse such as Diligencias Restaurant. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Museo Fuerte Mirador (0.2 mi) and Palacio Municipal (0.2 mi), which are all within walking distance of the guest house. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Posada Don Jose as you experience all of the things El Fuerte has to offer.
El mejor lugar en el Fuerte
Reviewed By cartayenSon recámaras independientes con todo lo necesario, muy limpias y cómodas, el precio es muy bueno comparado con los otros hoteles del pueblo, como tip si vienes del Chepe, reserva antes para que puedan ir por ti a la estación ya que el centro no es cerca
6. Mansion Serrano Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Mansion Serrano Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting El Fuerte, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a minibar and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the small hotel. Mansion Serrano Hotel features room service and baggage storage, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and a lounge. If you are driving to Mansion Serrano Hotel, there is free private parking available nearby. While in El Fuerte be sure to experience local shrimp favorites at El Meson del General. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Palacio Municipal (0.3 mi) and Museo Fuerte Mirador (0.3 mi), which are some popular El Fuerte attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the small hotel. Enjoy your stay in El Fuerte!
Not to be trusted
Reviewed By ItcanbedoneWe had a booking for a quad room made through Booking.com. We booked a quad room as it has a fridge. When we arrived we were given a triple room with no fridge. We showed him the booking a and he asked why we needed a quad room when we were only 2 people. We told him we wanted the fridge. He told us he didn't have a quad room to give us so we said we're leaving. He didn't care.
7. Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
See why so many travelers make Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte their small hotel of choice when visiting El Fuerte. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a budget friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage while staying at Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte. In addition, Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte offers an on-site restaurant, which will help make your El Fuerte trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular El Fuerte shrimp restaurant such as El Meson del General, which is a short distance from Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Palacio Municipal (0.3 mi) or Museo Fuerte Mirador (0.3 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. At Hacienda ST Cruz EL Fuerte, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to El Fuerte.
Short and curly hairs in my bed!
Reviewed By mike MThis was a bad, bad experience. We are not picky people, generally, and even less when we've paid in advance. But I'd rather pay twice for a night stay in a town than share my bed with the hairs of another person. It was foul. Stains on the sheets and no fitted sheet to keep your body off the old, stained mattress and it was a no brainer. Time to find a new hotel.
8. Mansion Serrano Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Mansion Serrano Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting El Fuerte, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a minibar and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the small hotel. Mansion Serrano Hotel features room service and baggage storage, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and a lounge. If you are driving to Mansion Serrano Hotel, there is free private parking available nearby. While in El Fuerte be sure to experience local shrimp favorites at El Meson del General. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Palacio Municipal (0.3 mi) and Museo Fuerte Mirador (0.3 mi), which are some popular El Fuerte attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the small hotel. Enjoy your stay in El Fuerte!
Not to be trusted
Reviewed By ItcanbedoneWe had a booking for a quad room made through Booking.com. We booked a quad room as it has a fridge. When we arrived we were given a triple room with no fridge. We showed him the booking a and he asked why we needed a quad room when we were only 2 people. We told him we wanted the fridge. He told us he didn't have a quad room to give us so we said we're leaving. He didn't care.
9. Posada Casa Pascola
10. Hotel EL MILAGRO
