Hostels in Oaxaca City, Mexico

30 hostels available. Prices start from $6.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Oaxaca City

Hostal Central

Col. Centro
Free Breakfast
Youth Hostel
"…Common Spaces The first room in the hostel has very cool walls painted with signatures and pictures of all the guests who have stayed there. There are a few more rooms where you can hang out … More

HI - Oaxaca - Hostel Paulina

Colonia Centro
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel
"…Also, a group of Mexican students (very young) for some reason all wanted to take pictures with me (ha ha ha). My only complaint was that the first night there were some rather young kids staying … More

Casa Angel Youth Hostel

Colonia Centro
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…From the airport, you can get a taxi or shared collectivo bus, which will take you a little longer. The hostel is well signposted from the street and you can see it's rooftop bar from the road. … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Reception hours 13:00 to 23:00. After this time, the guest will have to notify the time of their entry in advance. Children are not accepted, nor young people under 17 years of age. Pets are … More

Maka Mx

Centro
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"Would definitly recommend! - Super helpful staff and social people! The rooftop has a really nice layout, including an open kitchen, where breakfast is held every morning. We felt super welcomed … More
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Check-in: from 14:00 to 23:00. Check out before 11:00. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit & debit cards. This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival. Taxes not included in … More

Azul Cielo Hostel


Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…You also have the option to enjoy the comfortable couches next to kitchen and watch some TV or read some provided books or just listen to the music, which is playing all day. Since the rooms are … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…Access to a kitchen Check-in from 3:00 pm to 7pm, if you will arrive after 8pm you need to contact us to receive the information to access your key. Wi-fi Lockers Rooftop terrace in the … More

Iguana Hostel Oaxaca

Centro
Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"With an excellent location; plenty of information on what to do and see in Oaxaca; and a fun, welcoming atmosphere, Iguana Hostel Oaxaca is a great base for exploring the main things that Oaxaca … More
Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…No curfew. Breakfast not included. Reception Hours 24 hrs We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age. Nonsmoking inside, only in outdoor areas." …"…There is a wooden sign that … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 24h before arrival. Check in from 12:00. Check out before 12:00. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit card or debit card. This property may pre-authorise your card … More

Cielo Rojo Hostel Oaxaca

Centro
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…It’s quite small, which means you get to know people quickly. However, if you arrive late and your priority is a decent sleep then you’re not likely to benefit from the best quality shut-eye here … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…- Bikes - luggage storage - free drinkable water and coffee - free lockers in the rooms - Oaxaca information - use of computer with internet - free use of the BBQ grill We are in Avenue … More

Confetti Pool Club


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel
"…Mitla has caves with prehistoric paintings, and an artisan market featuring local crafts and textiles. Confetti Dorm has a triple-stacked bunk bed and 2 additional individual beds. The bunk … More

Selina Oaxaca

Colonia Centro
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The city’s colonial past leads to interesting art, culture, museums, and tours. There aren’t enough hours in the day to see – and taste – everything Oaxaca has to offer. Stay in our … More

Hostal De Las Américas

Col. Centro
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…- Wooden beds - Reading lights for all beds - Hotel gift breakfast - Kitchen (traditional market 3 blocks away!) - Free Wi-Fi connection and computers. - Tour booking service (Monte … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Cancellation Policy : 24 hours advance notice. Cash , credit and debit cards payment accepted on arrival. Check-in time from 12:00. Check-out time : 13:00. Breakfast not included. Taxes … More
Youth Hostel
"…Check out before 11:00 . Payment upon arrival by cash only. Taxes included Breakfast not included. General: Reception hours 08:00 - 23:00. No pets allowed. We do not accept customers … More
Youth Hostel
"…00 to 23.00 Check out before 12.00 Payment upon arrival by cash, credit and debit card Taxes included Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No curfew No pets allowed … More

Casa de Don Pablo Hostel

Centro
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…There is a courtyard, onto which all of the rooms in the hostel open; this is the major common space where people meet and hang out. This is also where they serve breakfast in the morning. The … More

Hostels in Oaxaca City, Mexico

30 hostels available. Prices start from $12.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Oaxaca City (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Oaxaca City.

Guess what? Oaxaca City is also named and spelled Oaxaca de Juárez - It is the same destination. Goodbye confusion.

Oaxaca de Juárez is a relatively small city for Mexican standards, but it has a lot of activity going on! 

Although most travelers get to Oaxaca by bus on their way from other Mexican cities, you can also travel here by plane. The local airport connects the city mostly to Mexico City, the so-called "DF" ("Distrito Federal," or Federal District). The city center is small and you can get around most touristic areas downtown by foot. There are also buses and "collectivos" (small vans that provide shared transportation) that can take you inexpensively to most nearby areas in the city's greater area, as well as the neighboring towns. 

While in Oaxaca, dig in into some local culture, as artistic and cultural events seem to take place here a lot -- you will often see the posters and flyers for exhibitions, movie screenings, and art competitions on cafes' notice boards! The local specialty when it comes to food is "alambre," which can be a combination of meats or vegetables served with a bunch of flour tortillas for you to make your own roll. And in true Mexican style, this comes topped with a really big amount of melted cheese!

Accommodation is found mainly around the downtown area, the "zocalo," where most touristic activity is concentrated. Oaxaca de Juárez hostels and guesthouses are plentiful, as are cafes, restaurants, bars, and even internet cafes to keep you connected!

Oaxaca is also the ideal city to base yourself to explore nearby tourist attractions such as Hierve el Agua (the impressive petrified cascades) and Monte Alban (archeological ruins dating back to Aztec times).

Written by local enthusiast for Oaxaca City hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Oaxaca City hostels zararock

Oaxaca City Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Oaxaca City, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 30
Average dorm price $20
Average private room price $61
Cheapest hostel in Oaxaca City Hostal Xitla with $12.5
Party hostels in Oaxaca City Casa Angel Youth Hostel (15 in total)
Most Oaxaca City hostels are located in Centro, Colonia Centro, Col. Centro
Average rating of all hostels 6.9

FAQ about Oaxaca City Hostels

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