The city of Santiago de la Monclova, Mexico or Monclova as it’s commonly known, is rich in history that dates back more than 430 years. In the Mexican state of Coahuila, Monclova’s population of 200,000 makes it the third biggest city in the state.

If you are looking to go on a budget vacation to Mexico, Monclova is definitely a destination you should consider. Not only does Monclova offer a lot of history and activities in the area, the hotels within the city are very reasonably priced. For less than $80 per night, you can get a spotless room that is sizeable enough to hold your whole family.

Four Points by Sheraton Monclova comes highly recommended and is located in a very good part of town. If you stay at this hotel, you will be within walking distance to a number of restaurants and outdoor shopping malls.

Fiesta Inn Monclova and Hotel Royal Inn are two other options in Monclova. Each of these two hotels is cheaper than Four Points by Sheraton Monclova, however the rooms and the customer service are comparable.

When you are in the city, there are a number of must-see attractions. Pape Museum Library and El Polvorin Museum are both worth a visit if you want to learn more about the history of the area. There is also a meteorological observatory in town that is one of the largest in the state. Main square, the local zoo and the various parks in the area are other attractions you should check out if you visit Monclova.

Four Points by Sheraton Monclova

Fiesta Inn Monclova