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Hostal Central Oaxaca features accommodation situated 1.1 km from the centre of Oaxaca City and offers a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a tour desk, and currency exchange for guests. Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Monte Alban is 6.4 km from Hostal Central Oaxaca, while Mitla is 47 km from the property. Oaxaca International Airport is 7 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pierre
    France France
    I liked everything, this is by far one of the best place, if not the best I have ever stayed. The staff is amazing, they are always ready to help, and it’s so easy to meet people there, there is a very friendly atmosphere, it felt like a family...
  • Mr
    Germany Germany
    One of the best hostels we ever stayed in. The private room is very comfy, the staff are super nice and helpful and the breakfast is just amazing! Also there are lots of different (and free) activities to do every day.
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    Most amazing breakfast ever! Best staff, best atmosphere. Feels like home away from home :)
  • Eun
    Austria Austria
    The hostal activities were very comprehensive and fun, capturing the core of Oaxaca. I was greeted by the friendliest staff and joined the mezcal tasting, followed by a memelas cooking class the next day. I was pointed to check out a local market...
  • Niklas
    Germany Germany
    The atmosphere you feel once you enter the hostel. Staff / volunteers try to make the best out of your stay. Daily free events you can participate in. Do I still have to mention the breakfast? Thanks 👍
  • Elisabetta
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Best hostel I’ve ever been to . Central location , clean , with GREAT breakfast different each day and different activities organised by the hostel every day : walking tour , cocktail night , cooking class, pizza night , movie night exc . People...
  • Madeleine
    Germany Germany
    Breakfast was amazing, the staff was very lovely and we enjoyed the common spaces (kitchen, court yard) a lot. It's a very social hostal, so it is perfect for meeting people. We had a single room with bath room, which was very big and spacious.
  • Charlieh94
    Australia Australia
    Such a great stay! Bed was comfy, no bunks and spacious room. Breakfast each morning was unbelievable, and they happily cater to diatery needs (vegan/vego etc). There were included activities every night - mole and mezcal tasting, cocktails, ...
  • Andrew
    Canada Canada
    nothing bad to say about this hostel, its been my favourite out of 20 or so hostels across the Americas. The breakfast is incredible, the rooms are amazingly priced, and its the perfect size to get to know everyone well. It felt like such a great...
  • Graham
    India India
    Wonderful staff, comfortable, hospitable, helpful, amazing breakfast

Managed by Hostal Central

Company review score: 9.7Based on 154 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

With everything you'd need to relax in your own home, our Hostal makes it easy to base yourself in Oaxaca while keeping it cheap and chic. The Hostal is a renovated luxury house turned a relaxed and happening meeting point for travellers seeking to stretch their budget and enjoy their stay in Oaxaca. Our shared areas and services include: an outdoor Oaxacan' garden and fountain that's perfect for meeting other guests, a dining area with cutlery where our breakfast is served daily, a shared kitchen and fridge stocked and ready with cooking stations and appliances, a TV room with movies, music and on screen Youtube, a rooftop hammock area for playing guitars, books for exchange, Orthopaedic mattresses, a luggage holding area, lockers per guest, 24 hour hot water, security cameras, 24 door access with key, tour and information services and bilingual staff ready at your service. We offer free Fiber Optic High Speed Internet suitable for video conferencing, home office work and uploading. As well as free outgoing International Calls during business hours so you can call home and friends while in Oaxaca (certain time restrictions apply).

Neighbourhood information

At just two blocks away from a World Heritage 16th Century architectural wonder and across the street from a traditional Oaxacan market and park, the experience of life in Oaxaca becomes very palpable while living here. Close by: coffee shops, small food vendors, drop off laundry services, collectivo cab services running to any little town around and off course the biggest market in the state the renowned Central de Abastos market. Bars and museums are also at walking distance.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hostal Central Oaxaca
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Car hire
  • Currency exchange

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
Hostal Central Oaxaca takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using American Express, Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hostal Central Oaxaca in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hostal Central Oaxaca

  • Hostal Central Oaxaca is 1,050 yards from the centre of Oaxaca City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hostal Central Oaxaca include:

    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Double
    • Single
    • Quadruple
  • Check-in at Hostal Central Oaxaca is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hostal Central Oaxaca offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Pub crawls
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class
    • Happy hour
    • Movie nights
    • Bike tours
  • The prices at Hostal Central Oaxaca may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.