Casa Angel Hostel, Oaxaca

We stayed there for four nights during the new year. The location is really good and near the centre of town and the breakfast is included which is nice (but we also paid quite a lot so would expect it). The room was clean but the beds were not very comfortable and cushions were rock solid. Unfortunately we had a room on the top floor and could hear everything on the rooftop. They put really loud music from 7-11pm every night so if you want to rest I would suggest not booking at this place. The service is okay - nothing special. However it’s a great place to meet people if you’re travelling alone.

We loved it here!! Had such a fun time. Everyone is so friendly it’s easy to meet people. Loads of activities. Sad that they changed burrito night to burgers (why not all local food?!). So we skipped that but stayed for happy hour (amazing cocktails half price) and salsa class. Ended up having a big night out with others from the hostel. So much fun. Also did yoga in the morning which was great. Breakfast is generous - choose from pancakes or eggs, plus yoghurt, fruit, granola etc. great location about 5 mins to the cathedral. Loads of cafes and bars around!

The staff was very helpful and friendly! The breakfast was great. The bathrooms were nice and clean. Our rooms were very basic, but ok value for the price. The rooftop is lively and you can find all the Australian and European backpackers. We did the suggested food tour and it was a great way to explore the best street food of Oaxaca. I totally recommend going out in Oaxaca instead of staying in the hostel all night, just ask the staff for the best places to go out.

On paper, this youth hotel is great but once there, we were really disappointed: - staff is not so welcoming though they propose nice activities on the evening - private room is clean but too noisy and too brightly at night (because blinds only consist of a white sheet layer - cf. Photo with video), so don’t forget your ear plugs and be prepared for perpetual noise - location is really great: it is close to inner center and to Mount Fortrin (amazing panoramic view) - breakfast is great value for its price: there is a buffet but with industrial products

20 years staying with these delightful heartwarming people. Mexican market 1 block away makes it so convenient to shop. Well designed hostel with private rooms available and beautiful girls in abundance. Oaxaca has charm.

🛀”An Ode to the Bathroom” 🧼 Bathrooms can be great, If you follow rules, But can leave one irate, If designed by fools, However, in this case, It must have been a god, Who deigned to make the toilet place, These numerous, perfect little pods, Bolt action locks! Not those metal nipple knobs, Which open when you turn, leaving one, Unsure and insecure, Showers made for two! That’s right, me and you, Perhaps a little spicy, But there’s a drought ya heard? And waters getting pricey, A bench to place your things, A counter for your rings, A lighting system beams, Acoustics, so one can sing, This hostel is a boon, But I thought it better, For you to read this letter, My ode, to the bathroom.

This hostel is great! It is spacious yet cozy with 24 hour security. It is a social hostel with lots of activities and tours. The staff is local, friendly, and very knowledgeable.

A great choice if you’re looking for a social hostel experience. Nice rooftop for meeting other travellers over a drink. Hostel displays that it’s been named the best in Central America for 2024 but I’d argue it’s not even the best I’ve stayed in in Mexico, never mind Central America. Rooms are a little rough and ready and staff were amenable but service nothing to write home about.

Note: I did NOT stay here, although I made friends who did and they liked it a lot, and said the AC was great, bathrooms were nice, etc. I came to the rooftop twice and absolutely loved it. Fabulous vibe, cheap drinks (50 pesos for cocktails during happy hour and 15 pesos for beers) that were pretty decent, fun activities, great space (lots of seating), etc. Very very friendly staff. All of the bartenders were lovely as were the people running the activities (mezcal tasting one night and salsa dancing the next). Would definitely stay here when I come back to Oaxaca city.

Stayed 6 days and probably wouldn't return due to sound issues. The good: Awesome location and something to do everyday. I really enjoyed rooftop morning yoga and my walking tour which went to the highest point overlooking the city! I stayed in the Deluxe 6 bed and the curtain blocks out most of the light. My locker was spacious and in general- the room was well designed! There was a little patio to sit on outside of the room, showers were usually open, and the room had floor lighting to avoid waking others in the night -- a fan and even AC! The rooftop was designed with outdoor "beds" that you could hang out on and there are a couple long tables which are a great place to meet people. Downstairs, the kitchen is nice and free breakfast each morning was a huge plus! Awesome that they offer cheap connections to buses south (Escondido etc) and you can easily book them up front. Hostel staff is friendly and helpful. The bad: The rooftop was extremely loud most nights, at least in the deluxe room (perhaps because of the patio area with no roof it lets in more sound). I felt like no one in my room really enjoyed how loud the rooftop was even early most nights with blaring music. I found the noise really disorienting as the deluxe rooms are marketed as a "restful" area, and although we wanted fresh air most nights we would close the patio door to block out some of the noise. The rooftop food was pretty passable - wouldn't recommend the burgers.

We stayed in Casa Angel for about five days. Staff: Staff was very helpful and accommodating. We changed our reservations about three times without difficulty (to go to Puerto Escondido). Amenities: Rooms, bathrooms and common areas were very clean. They offer free breakfast or charge 40 pesos if you aren't staying there. You can leave your stuff in a locked room; it's about 10 pesos a night. They also offered tours which we took advantaged of; probably can get a better deal somewhere else but we were too lazy. There's a lovely terrace with a good view and you can play your own music (with an aux cord) Location: walkable to everything. There's a market, convenience stores (to buy snacks, water and alcohol) and street food within two blocks. Taxis are about 40 pesos from anywhere in town. Not sure what the other hostels in the area offered but we had guests from other hostels hanging out in the common rooms. I took a star off for the super slow WIFI and the overpriced tours/shuttle services.

My cousin and I decided to Watch Donaji la Leyenda,spend the night at Casa Angel,then check out in the morning,leave our things in their storage and watch the Guelaguetza. It was the perfect spot to stay at! The stair entrance to El cerro del fortin was literally a five minute walk from the hostel. And the walk up the very steep stairs took 5/7 minutes. Thus,making it the perfect distance for a safe late-night walk for us ladies. Santo Domingo,El Zocalo and the whole enchilada is a 7-10 minute walk. Walk across the street and there you will find a washing service for your dirty clothes. Rooms: Bring a lock! They gave us sheets and towels have to be reented. The room we had was for three and it was a good size but stuffy! Luckily there is a fan. Bathrooms: Has two showers and 1 toilet Very clean. Wifi is privided. Breakfast is from 8am-10pm

Great hostel to stay. Really clean. Friendly staff. Close to Oaxaca downtown (walking distance). Nice terrace.