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Trotamundo Oaxaca Hostel is set in Oaxaca City, 1.9 km from Santo Domingo Temple and 13 km from Tule Tree. The property is around 5.8 km from Monte Alban, 47 km from Mitla and 1.7 km from Oaxaca Cathedral. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Moises is a very kind, generous and accommodating host, it is very clean and comfortable, you are given a towel and soap and there is water and coffee

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9.2
Wonderful
218 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Set in Oaxaca City, within 7.5 km of Monte Alban and 46 km of Mitla, Yabanhi Hostel features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers a tour desk, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests.

The owners are really friendly and helpful with any kind of practical needs. The hostel is close to the historic center. We received fresh towels every day and the room was cleaned perfectly. We really enjoyed our stay and would return in a minute!

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9
Wonderful
438 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

Ideally set in the centre of Oaxaca City, Hostal Nordés features free WiFi, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 7.2 km from Monte Alban, 47 km from Mitla and 700 metres from Oaxaca Cathedral. The accommodation provides a concierge service, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

At the hostel, the rooms are fitted with a desk. All rooms at Hostal Nordés are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen.

The room was great and the terrace was a plus

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8.6
Excellent
1,929 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

Set in Oaxaca City and with Monte Alban reachable within 7.1 km, Hostal Andaina offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. Boasting barbecue facilities, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 600 metres from Oaxaca Cathedral and around 1.1 km from Santo Domingo Temple. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

It is very clean both in the room and the public area. And there are lots of spaces in common areas. Every single staff is so kind and helpful. I paid the same price where I would get a bed elsewhere but I got a very decent single room.

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8.3
Very Good
1,495 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Located in Oaxaca's historic centre and just 300 metres from Santo Domingo Church, Hostal de las Américas features free WiFi in all areas and a furnished terrace.

The rooms come with a reading lamp, fan, individual lockers and an en suite bathroom. Continental breakfast is included and features coffee, fruit and toast.

free breakfast with eggs that’s amazing! also the room was clean and the location is superb.

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8.1
Very Good
1,174 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Located in Oaxaca City, 11 km from Monte Alban, Casa EL Mundo provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 46 km from Mitla and 2.6 km from Santo Domingo Temple, the property features a bar and barbecue facilities. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

The owner couple Jasper and Mary are amazing. Clean room, useful information, rooftop terrace.

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8.3
Very Good
331 reviews
Price from
$21
per night

Iguana Hostel Oaxaca features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Oaxaca City. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 8.1 km from Monte Alban.

Really great place. It's for everyone. They have a bar and music till 11 if that's for you. They also have space downstairs where people will read and chill. A great breakfast and daily events Staff were great too

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8.3
Very Good
291 reviews
Price from
$11.22
per night

Offering an outdoor dining area, a small garden and balconies with seating area, Casa de Don Pablo Hostel is located 5 minutes’ walk from Oaxaca main square. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Casa de Don Pablo Hostel is 2 minutes’ walk from El Pochote Organic Market and 5 minutes’ walk from San Agustin Church. Oaxaca International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere from the staff. The breakfast was hearty and filling and represents excellent value for money. We stayed in a private room with private bathroom and it was very high quality considering the price (heavily discounted as last minute booking through booking.com) . The staff were happy to keep our backpacks for 3 nights with no extra charge while we were in Pueblos Mancomunados. Would stay again if I was in Oaxaca.

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8.1
Very Good
571 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Located in central Oaxaca, Azul Cielo Hostel offers complimentary breakfast and free WiFi connection. There is concierge service available.

Santo Domingo Square and cathedral is 6 minutes’ drive from Azul Cielo Hostel and Oaxaca International Airport can be reached in a 30-minute drive.

Super comfortable, clean beds. Lockers. Shower and bathroom was always clean. A little rack around the corner to dry towel etc. the staff were super friendly and able to help out with anything. I took a night bus so I was able hangout/shower leave my bags for the day and they booked me a taxi. Would stay again if I was in Oaxaca city.

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8.6
Excellent
649 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Maka Hostel is set in the centre of Oaxaca City, 7.4 km from Monte Alban. Located around 45 km from Mitla, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1 km away from Oaxaca Cathedral. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

Great hostel with excellent facilities and laid-back vibe! Perfect place to stay if visiting Oaxaca!

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8.5
Very Good
38 reviews
Price from
$23.91
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Hostal Nordés
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,929 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Oaxaca City, Hostal Nordés has free WiFi, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

    A very convenient location in the centre of Oaxaca

  • Hostal de Las Américas
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,174 reviews

    Located in Oaxaca's historic center and just 984 feet from Santo Domingo Church, Hostal de las Américas features free WiFi in all areas and a furnished terrace.

    location, good breakfast, amazing and friendly staff.

  • Iguana Hostel Oaxaca
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 291 reviews

    Iguana Hostel Oaxaca features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Oaxaca City.

    Friendly staff. Nice bar on the terrace. Ok breakfast

  • Azul Cielo Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 648 reviews

    Located in central Oaxaca, Azul Cielo Hostel offers complimentary breakfast and free WiFi connection. There is concierge service available.

    The staff were so lovely and treated us really specially.

  • Los Nardos Hostel -pet friendly-
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 103 reviews

    Located in Oaxaca City, 6.5 miles from Monte Alban, Los Nardos Hostel -pet friendly- has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Chilled hotel, great staff, great location, nice kitchen

  • Hierba De Conejo Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 291 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hierba De Conejo Hostel is located in the Oaxaca Historic Center district in Oaxaca de Juárez, 984 feet from Downtown Oaxaca de Juarez.

    My partner got sick, and they were amazingly helpful.

  • Yabanhi Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 438 reviews

    Located in Oaxaca City, Yabanhi Hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

    Great location, very helpful staff, very quiet area.

  • Casa EL Mundo
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 331 reviews

    Located in Oaxaca City, 6.7 miles from Monte Alban, Casa EL Mundo provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    perfect Budget option, clean, well located, friendly staff and cozy style.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Oaxaca City

  • Hostal Oaxaca Magic
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 75 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Hostal Oaxaca Magic is located in the center of Oaxaca City, 4.9 miles from Monte Alban.

    La limpieza y el respeto por los tiempos de descanso.

  • Hostal Andaina
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,495 reviews

    Located in Oaxaca City and with Monte Alban reachable within 4.4 miles, Hostal Andaina has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    Rooftop views. Spacious room. Friendly staff. Great location

  • Casa de Don Pablo Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 570 reviews

    Offering an outdoor dining area, a small garden and balconies with seating area, Casa de Don Pablo Hostel is located 5 minutes’ walk from Oaxaca main square. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

    Everything there is perfect!!! Especially the bed!!!

  • Bokatrip El Llano
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 51 reviews

    Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Bokatrip El Llano is located in Oaxaca City, 28 miles from Mitla and a 15-minute walk from Oaxaca Cathedral.

    O quarto é espaçoso, a cama é confortável, estava limpo.

  • Macondo Hostel Terminal Oaxaca
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 208 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Oaxaca City, Macondo Hostel Terminal Oaxaca has free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Las habitaciones son muy cómodas y la atención muy buena

  • SoLuna Female only hostel

    Located in the center of Oaxaca City, 4.1 miles from Monte Alban, SoLuna Female only hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

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Hostels that guests love in Oaxaca City

  • Avg. price/night: $205.15
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,009 reviews
    We loved everything about this hotel, the super friendly staff, the nice courtyard, the beautiful rooms and modern bathroom, the great location. You can walk everywhere, we always felt safe and cared for. We really recommend this place and if we come back to Oaxaca we will definitely stay here again!
    Nina
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 188 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've ever stayed at.
    Ramirez
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $56.90
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,174 reviews
    I liked everything at this hostel, the hostel is close to everything and I felt safe in the area. The only downside for me was that breakfast was being served quiet late considering the start of the tours. Other than that, it's all great and I would come back.
    Gabriela
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $60.45
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,929 reviews
    Nice and friendly staff (not english speaking but made use of translation apps) who let me wait when I arrived early and waiting for a night bus after check out. The hostel is very well located close to the main square within short walk of all the main sights. It feels very safe with a key issues to guests for the front door. The reception area has free coffee, water, biscuits and fruits for breakfast. The room was well appointed with hot water and wifi. Lovely roof terrace for relaxing in the evening too.
    Katherine
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 438 reviews
    Cute and very clean little hostel. Friendly staff members. I felt safe as there was always someone around at the reception when I stayed there. And it was very quiet (I barely even saw other guests). The neighborhood is within walking distance of the main points of interest in town.
    odon3298
    Solo traveler
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 38 reviews
    I think it was the best hostel I’ve done in Mexico. The facilities are just great. The place is well thought and pretty. The staff is so friendly and creates a unique experience. Thank you all ! Some great activities are offered.
    Mathias
    Solo traveler
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 38 reviews
    This hostel is one of my favourite hostels I’ve stayed at. Such a social vibe with plenty of opportunities to meet new people and explore Oaxaca. It felt super safe and always very clean and the volunteers are the kindest humans ever!!
    Saoirse
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.32
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 446 reviews
    Great location, a few blocks from the centre, but do not walk around after 11/12pm, good to ask for a taxi number at the reception and use it even for a short ride if coming back late at night. Staff is very helpful and attentive, pays attention to safety. Nice, basic rooftop to chill. Great choice for travelers looking for private suite that like peace and quiet. It’s not a hostel if one’s looking some social interactions.
    Paulina
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 188 reviews
    One of the best hostels i stayed during my 3months travel. Tons of activites, very social atmosphere, normal beds instead of bunk beds etc
    Michal
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $60.45
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,929 reviews
    Clean, quiet, great location, comfy bed, hot shower, free decent coffee and drinking water Helpful staff, kind and friendly Felt super safe and welcome here 80 pesos in a yellow taxi from bus station, so easy AMAZING price (same as a hostel bed)
    Charley
    Solo traveler

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