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Selina Oaxaca

2.0 star property
Immerse in Oaxaca's cultural richness at this centrally located hostel where local flavors await at the restaurant and historic landmarks beckon nearby.

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Selina Oaxaca in Oaxaca Centro offers a vibrant base with practical amenities. Guests can browse the library, handle laundry, or unwind at the bar. The hostel provides in-room WiFi, luggage storage for early arrivals, and arranges local tours to maximize the Oaxaca experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room (King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Compact Room, Private Bathroom

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

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Loft | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Oaxaca, Selina Oaxaca is in the city center. Notable landmarks in the area include Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Oaxaca Cathedral, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Auditorio Guelaguetza. Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Panuelito Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Oaxaca travel guide
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Calle 5 de Mayo #217, Colonia Centro, Oaxaca, OAX, 68000

What's nearby

  • Santo Domingo Square
    Santo Domingo Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Église Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Oaxaca
    Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Aerial views of the Ex-convent of Santo Domingo in the City of Oaxaca, Mexico, the roofs are reddish and there is an ethnobotanical garden
    Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oaxaca, Scenic old city streets and colorful colonial buildings in historic city center
    Zócalo
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beautiful view of Santo Domingo Old Monastery in Oaxaca, Mexico
    Oaxaca Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Oaxaca Intl. Airport
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pan : AM
    2 min walk
  • Sabina Sabe
    1 min walk
  • Voces de Copal
    2 min walk
  • Black Coffee Gallery by Al Alimón
    2 min walk
  • Casa Mayordomo
    1 min walk

About this property

Selina Oaxaca

  • Hostel near Zócalo
  • Close to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Oaxaca Cathedral, Selina Oaxaca provides a library, laundry facilities, and a bar. In addition to a business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Selina Oaxaca boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: MXN 300 for adults and MXN 250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of MXN 450 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Selina Oaxaca pet-friendly?

Yes, Selina Oaxaca allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 66 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay and a fee of MXN 450 per pet, per day. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Selina Oaxaca?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Selina Oaxaca?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Selina Oaxaca located?

Located in Oaxaca Centro, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Andador de Macedonia Alcala, Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, and Zócalo. Oaxaca Cathedral and Auditorio Guelaguetza are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Selina Oaxaca Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 113 reviews

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

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to book a room for one night before driving to Puerto Escondido. Selina was conveniently located two blocks from our previous stay and one block from the car rental. It’s also a great location in el centro. I was a little nervous based on reviews and the fact it’s a hostel, but everything was great! Very nice front desk staff. They stored our luggage for a few hours until check-in. We booked the Loft room for 3 people and it was perfect. It had one king bed and one queen at opposite ends of the room. Great amenities and consistent, hot water - better than some hotels I’ve stayed in! All in all, pleasantly surprised and happy with our stay. We even decided to book again for our last night in town!
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. Onsite breakfast convenient Wed r rt
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Friendly staff. Very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is simple but has everything you need. Very comfortable and the AC is great after walking around in the heat all day. The internet isn’t fast enough for a video call but hopefully you didn’t come to Oaxaca to do a bunch of work. Staff is very responsive and friendly. Located close enough to el Zocalo and many restaurants. It can be a little noisy on the weekends but honestly, we were so tired after a full day of Oaxacan heat that we didn’t mind.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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