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Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca

2.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful escape from the bustling streets of Oaxaca Centro at this quiet property just steps from the action

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Esencia Hostel Terminal Oaxaca provides a welcome retreat from Oaxaca Centro's vibrant energy. Guests connect to in-room WiFi while enjoying the calm of this smoke-free environment, creating a perfect balance between exploration and relaxation.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

The current price is ₩57,750
₩68,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Down comforters, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Down comforters, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Down comforters, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Oaxaca Centro, a neighborhood in Oaxaca, is home to Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca. Notable landmarks in the area include Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Monte Albán, 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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Los Pirus 117, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA , Barrio de Jalatlaco, Oaxaca, OAX, 68000

What's nearby

  • 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
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Église Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Oaxaca
    Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santo Domingo Square
    Santo Domingo Square
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oaxaca, Scenic old city streets and colorful colonial buildings in historic city center
    Zócalo
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • El Llano Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Oaxaca Intl. Airport
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Asador Bacanora
    2 min walk
  • El Colibri
    3 min walk
  • Blasón
    3 min walk
  • Yegole
    2 min walk
  • Pisa Pizza
    3 min walk

About this property

Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca

  • Hostel near Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
  • Close to Zócalo and Auditorio Guelaguetza, Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca have amenities such as WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Property Registration Number INA151120728

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca on Jun 13, 2026 start from ₩57,750, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca located?

Located in Oaxaca Centro, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of El Llano Park and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Zócalo 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

Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

4.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location immediately across from the ADO bus terminal in Oaxaca. Unfortunately, that’s the only real positive for this stay. After receiving a message saying check in was at 2pm, on arriving we were then told to come back after 3.15. When we did come back - the EFTPOS terminal was “out of order” so had to pay cash instead. The staff were very polite and seemed nice, and are onsite all hours overnight. The room is quite large, however hadn’t been cleaned. There were hairs on the pillow and some maybe crumbs in the bed? The showers had no hot water and limited water pressure, but had supplied body wash which was nice. Given the state of the cleanliness, we decided to leave without staying the night. Would recommend spending your money elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
yes, everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hostel is very basic, just rooms and bathrooms, but very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Garik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the bathroom needs much improvement
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Disliked: Room comfort
La habitación en general siempre estuvo limpia, la recepción y todo, el personal es cordial, lo normal! El hostal es muy pequeño, está en una zona muy accesible, sin embargo los baños estaban pésimos, hasta parecía que tenían una ley de NO LIMPIAR LOS BAÑOS, las regaderas y los inodoros tenían sarro de años!! Solo colocaban pastillas aromatizantes para que no oliera mal pero, estaban asquerosos, los inodoros sin tapa, las regaderas con sarro y tierra, los espejos muy sucios, el papel de baño tenías que tomarlo de recepción donde lo tenían divido por cuadritos, de verdad si mejorarán ese aspecto sería excelente! No incluye desayuno
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Romane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Le personnel était tres gentil et la localisation assez bonne mais les sanitaires étaient tres rudimentaires, les douches et les toilettes ne se fermaient pas a clé et pas toujours propre.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ADRIAN

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Bien para una noche

No está mal. Los dormitorios tienen colchones en buen estado y sábanas limpias, pero le faltan cosas como repisas para poner el celular, contactos, ganchos, sillas, etc. El gran reto son los baños, están viejos y les falta igual un lugar donde poner tus cosas, tu ropa, en fin, que sea cómodo para bañarte y cambiarte. La ubicación es muy buena y el personal se esfuerza por recibirte bien. Es una buena opción por si necesitas un lugar “solo para dormir”
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

CARLOS GARCIA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy pobre en su equipamiento y algo sucia.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGEL CLISERIO

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

Todo bien

No tuve problemas, todo bien. Bueno, quizás falte un refrigerador en el lobby para meter las cervezas.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bien solo que estoy en espera de mi factura
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malú

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

El mejor hostal, bueno, muy bonito y súper barato

Dude en reservar ya que había leído malas reseñas. Pero fue todo lo contrario, en realidad es muy limpio, tranquilo y cómodo. Fui a la guelaguetza y pude dejar mi carro frente a la entrada, tienen todo con cámaras y lei que se quejaban por que no hay nadie en recepción, realmente para mi no fue importante y lo sentí como un airb&b. Todo es por claves para entrar. Solo es cuestión de comunicarse días antes para que te las proporcionen y acordar tu llegada. Definitivamente lo recomiendo por el precio es excelente. Junto hay una tienda donde venden de todo y a precios bajos, así como lugares ricos para comer. La terminal de autobuses en frente y la zona muy segura a todas horas del día.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres

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

Yale On the Road!

Muy grata la estancia
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy amables.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Wendy coral

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vivek

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022