Casa Carmen Xólotl
Five-star stays in Oaxaca City, with a terrace and the city at your door
A place to stay in Oaxaca City
Casa Carmen Xólotl is a five-star hotel in Oaxaca City, rated 9.7/10 across 32 guest reviews. It has five room categories — from a Standard Double to suite options with private terraces — each fitted with a king bed, minibar, coffee machine, and electric kettle. The hotel runs breakfast, room service, and a tour desk, and arranges an airport shuttle for arrivals and departures. A sun deck and terrace with outdoor furniture give guests a place to sit above the city, with landmark views on offer from select rooms.
Is this stay right for you?
A polished, well-staffed five-star hotel in Oaxaca City with genuine suite-level comfort, organized activities, and attentive logistics from arrival onward.
Best for
- Couples wanting a king-bed suite with a private terrace
- Travellers who want cultural tours and cooking classes arranged on-site
- Guests arriving by air who want a straight transfer
- Anyone prioritising comfort and a strong location score
Less suited to
- Budget travellers — rates start at $452
- Guests who need interconnecting rooms for families
- Those seeking a large-pool or spa property
Terraces and landmark views
A sun deck and terrace with outdoor furniture sit above the street level, and certain rooms carry landmark views of Oaxaca City. It is one of the more visually distinctive aspects of staying here rather than at a lower-floor city hotel.
Room design and in-room kit
Every room has a king bed, minibar, coffee machine, electric kettle, flat-screen TV with streaming, bathrobe, slippers, and free toiletries. The suite categories add private terraces, giving outdoor space without sharing the main deck.
Cultural programming on the ground
The tour desk coordinates cooking classes, local culture tours, and bike tours — all bookable through the hotel. Temporary art galleries are accessible off-site. For guests who want structure around Oaxaca's food and craft scene, this is a practical starting point.
What sets it apart
Inside Casa Carmen Xólotl
Amenities at Casa Carmen Xólotl
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Landmark view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
On the map
5 sights nearby, the closest being Jardín Carbajal at 70 m; the nearest station, Transjuar, is 480 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Jardín Carbajalpark70 m
- Acueducto de Oaxacahistoric site80 m
- Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmánplace of worship450 m
- Subterráneosgallery810 m
- Catedral de Oaxacaplace of worship930 m
Getting around
- Transjuarstation480 m
- Central de Autobuses Oaxaca ADO OCCbus station680 m
Distances measured in a straight line from the property · map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
With 32 reviews and a score of 9.7/10, Casa Carmen Xólotl scores well across comfort and location. Guests consistently flag the location as a strength. The relatively small review count means patterns are still forming, but the high overall rating suggests few guests leave disappointed.
- Staff9.7
- Facilities9.7
- Cleanliness9.5
- Comfort9.8
- Value For Money9.1
- Location9.8
- Free Wifi10
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.8
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 2 · average 7.5
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
No reviews fall within this score range.
This is a summary of reviews left by guests on Booking partner sites.
Things to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Casa Carmen Xólotl?
The hotel is in Oaxaca City, Mexico. Location is one of the top-rated aspects among guests, and the property has landmark views from select rooms and its terrace.
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Yes. An airport shuttle is available. Contact the hotel directly to arrange timing around your flight, as this service is listed as a signature feature of the property.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Whether it is included in your rate depends on the booking option selected — check at the time of reservation.
What room types are available?
There are five categories: Standard Double Room, Junior Suite, Junior Suite with Terrace, Deluxe Suite, and Suite with Terrace. All have one king bed. Terrace options add private outdoor space.
What is the starting price?
Rates start from $452. Prices vary by room category and travel dates, so check current availability for the most accurate figure.
Can the hotel arrange local tours or classes?
Yes. The tour desk organizes cooking classes, local culture tours, and bike tours, each for an additional charge. Off-site temporary art galleries are also accessible through the hotel.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and is listed among the most-cited guest highlights.
Does the hotel have room service?
Yes, room service is available. All rooms also have a minibar, coffee machine, and electric kettle for in-room convenience.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
All rooms have a single king bed. The hotel does not list interconnecting rooms or family-specific configurations in its current room categories, so it is better suited to couples or solo travellers.
How is the hotel rated?
Casa Carmen Xólotl has a guest rating of 9.7/10 across 32 reviews. Comfort and location are the most frequently noted strengths.