Selina Oaxaca

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
Reception
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Calle 5 de Mayo #217, Colonia Centro, Oaxaca, OAX, 68000
  • Place, Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zócalo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oaxaca Intl. (OAX)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room (King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Compact Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Loft

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Selina Oaxaca

Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a business center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a library and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.
Selina Oaxaca offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. This Oaxaca hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Selina Oaxaca, you're just a quick walk from Zócalo. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes yoga classes
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Zócalo and 3 minutes by foot from Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business center on site.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Selina Oaxaca.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Oaxaca hostel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to noon.
Selina Oaxaca has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: MXN 300 for adults and MXN 250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: MXN 450 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 66 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 300 for adults and MXN 250 for children
  • Pet deposit: MXN 1000 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 450 per pet, per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Selina Oaxaca Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 118 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome staff and amenities! Fantastic location as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and staff was always friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostal is in perfect location in historic center.

This hostal is one of the best-kept "secrets" in Oaxaca. Apart from being located perfectly in between the historic Santo Domingo Church and the Zocalo, the staff was super friendly. There's also a popular coffee shop connected directly to the hostal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just stayed here as a solo female traveler and I can’t recommend it enough! Perfect location, great hostel and friendly/helpful staff. Cannot wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel

Stayed here before, this time was good too, would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gisela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente svs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graciela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from the Zocalo
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building was beautiful and the staff amazing ✨
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Selina was great. I was looking for something affordable and decent, but also accessible to the centro. The rooms were decent, and always clean. I would definitely book them again next time I visit Oaxaca.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Su-Lin Laschelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! It has such a cute and authentic feel. The staff were incredibly lovely and accommodating. The rooms are spacious with cold AC, and the location is very walkable with lots of shops and restaurants nearby. One night, the club next door was a bit loud, but they provide earplugs (which we didn’t end up needing). Parking is limited in the area, but you really don’t need a car in this location. There’s also a nice coworking space. We would definitely stay here again and were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was helpful and nice to talk to. We loved having the breakfast and coffee options right down our room. The bar is also a great option. Very walkable to the andador and the other great sites within 5 minutes walk. Sabina Sabe is just a few steps away as well as other restaurant options. The place is clean and well kept. The only downside is the beds are super hard, and for a person who is used to a Tempurpedic bed, this was like sleeping on the floor. If you don’t mind a hard bed, this is a great option, because it’s on a perfect location, great price, with a restaurant and bar on site.
Beautiful courtyard
Chilaquiles for breakfast
View To the outdoor
Beautiful Murals
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dritjon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice place, sociable, great front desk staff, close to Zocalo and the restaurants. Close to Mercado Vente de Noviembre. I spent 4 good and relaxing nights there. I recommend this place if you want to get a not expensive hotel and where everything is near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ibe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay at Selina in Oaxaca! The room was comfortable, and the atmosphere and views from the roof were lovely. The central location made exploring the city a breeze. David at the reception was friendly and incredibly helpful, providing fantastic recommendations for the Christmas period. I highly recommend Selina to anyone visiting Oaxaca!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. It was convenient to be able to get breakfast at the adjoining bar/ restaurant. Things were lively and noisy till 10 p.m., then very quiet all night. Close to SO many neutral and fun things to do and see! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of town, which is nice! But very loud with no insulation and old windows. Nice for a night or two, but sleeping was disturbed. Excellent breakfast and coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked the compact room and didn’t realize just how small it would be, with a shared bathroom. Personally, I wouldn’t choose that room again due to the size and the shared bathroom. However, aside from that, my stay was very good the place felt safe and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, rooms are huge, modern space with shared kitchen and coworking space. It s a very loud courtyard and the bar plays music loud. Things get quiet after 11pm so just don’t expect quiet before that. Breakfast is great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super nice staff

As an older guy I was surprised that the room I was assigned was “co-ed”. Roomies are all super respectful of each others privacy! No issues at all. I really like this place. Near Centro and lots of other shopping opportunities. Would recommend to all!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Selina Oaxaca. Cokowking was perfect until Thursday when Wifi wouldn't properly work. The terrace was closed due to construction. We would have loved to be advised before realizing it. Otherwise, would recommend :)
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel

The hotel has a great location, one block from the main pedestrian street. The rooftop bar has a great view and you can meet people from around the world, yes around the world, I had the opportunity to meet people from Madrid, Switzerland, and London. I arrive early to the hotel and they were able to save my backpack. They have lockers in case that you have your lock if not they can sell you one. The staff so friendly, the security guard open the door and was really friendly. I had to work one day and I reserved the office to work. And trust me the internet is really fast. Definitely, I'll stay again. Thank you Selina. P.d. as a guest, they give you a bracelet, i still have it the design is so cute 😜
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Average

Not a good experience...the "security guard" is completely unhinged - absolutely mad behaviours by said individual. At around 11pm the night of my arrival, he came galloping over to me at a workspace as if I was implementing a global meltdown and frantically started relocating me to another place. The following morning I was up at 6:45am and minding my own business when my phone for literally seconds started playing a YouTube video full volume. Within a few more seconds before I could mute it, the same guy comes charging over (it's not that early....almost 7am in a hostel?) and literally looses his mind! I've nevrr experienced behaviours like this by staff...this guy in particular treats the place like it's his own personal echo chamber and that it's a privilege for you to be there! Aside from the above, the place is really nice, so the latter is a shame and the desk staff were friendly. The room, however, had no windows and though fine, wasn't as good as other Selinas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La localización es inmejorable. Lo único que diría es que deberían mantener la puerta que conecta con el bar-restaurante de al lado cerrada. Hay veces que se pone ruidoso por la música y uno no quiere oír tanto ruido.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Amenities
El tipo de habitación, huéspedes de fiesta hasta casi las 3 de la mañana, no dejaron dormir
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026