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Hotel Parador De Alcala

A colonial-style stay in the heart of Oaxaca's historic centre, steps from the Zocalo and its lively pedestrian streets.

  • Rooftop pool with views
  • Central location near Zocalo
  • Rated 8.9 by 538 guests
8.9 Great 538 reviews Booking.com 8.9 · 538 reviews

About

Hotel Parador De Alcala

Hotel Parador De Alcala sits on Macedonio Alcala street in Oaxaca's historic centre, a short walk from the Zocalo and its surrounding attractions. The property blends colonial character with modern comforts, offering air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea and coffee facilities.

Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or by the rooftop pool, which comes with sun loungers and a shallow end. Dining options include an on-site restaurant, snack bar, and in-room breakfast, while practical touches like a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and paid airport shuttle round out the stay.

  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Exceptional location near the Zocalo — Guests consistently praise the hotel's central position, making it easy to explore Oaxaca's main plaza, cathedrals, shops, and restaurants on foot.
  • Rooftop pool with views — The rooftop pool and sun terrace offer a relaxing retreat with views over the city, frequently mentioned as a highlight.
  • High guest ratings across the board — With an overall rating of 8.9 from 538 reviews, the hotel scores particularly well for rooms, service, and staff.
  • Generous breakfast with local variety — Breakfast receives frequent praise for its variety, including local coffee, fresh fruit, eggs, and pancakes, served in-room or at the restaurant.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Some standard rooms lack windows — The Standard Double Room is explicitly windowless, which may not suit guests who prefer natural light.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, a limitation for travellers with animals.
  • Parking not listed — No on-site parking is mentioned in the data, so guests arriving by car may need to arrange external parking.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double Room without window

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Classic Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Superior King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Air conditioning

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Double Room Two Double Beds

  • 2 Double beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Suite Balcony

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe deposit box
  • No smoking on site
  • Key card access
  • Security
  • Fire extinguishers

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • In-room breakfast
  • Packed lunches
  • Coffee shop
  • Welcome drink

Pool & Wellness

  • Rooftop pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Solarium
  • Public Bath
  • Fitness centre

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Alarm clock

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Cots

Accessibility & Business

  • Wheelchair access
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.9
Great 538 reviews

Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 538 reviews

Booking.com · 8.9 · 538 reviews
8.9Verified guest

“The location was perfect for exploring the main sights, and the rooftop pool was a great bonus. Staff were excellent.”

8.9Verified guest

“Our double room had very comfortable beds. Breakfast offered plenty of choices—local coffee, waffles, pancakes, fruit, and eggs. Perfect spot in Oaxaca, a short walk to the old colonial palace and the Zocalo, where most people gather.”

8.9Verified guest

“Everything was great, though a few staff members seemed busy. The upper-floor rooms felt modern and functional—I really liked them.”

8.9Verified guest

“Central location made it easy to get to attractions, shops, and restaurants. The rooftop pool was relaxing after a long day, and breakfast had a fantastic range of fresh, tasty options. Staff were wonderful.”

8.9Verified guest

“Unbeatable location in a quiet area, close to the Zocalo, cathedrals, restaurants, shops, and art museums, plus a main pedestrian street. For coffee or tea, try Cafe Brujula nearby. Breakfast was amazing with a huge variety of excellent food.”

8.9Verified guest

“The hotel is spotlessly clean and reasonably spacious. Staff are top-notch, and the location near the best restaurants is quiet and hard to beat.”

04 — Location

Getting around Oaxaca

The property sits in Oaxaca.

Zocalo & historic centre: The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from the Zocalo, Oaxaca's main plaza, where locals and visitors gather. The area is also close to cathedrals, art museums, and the pedestrian street Macedonio Alcala.

Macedonio Alcala, 301, Col. Centro, Oaxaca, Oaxaca, 6800, Mexico

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
18 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Does the hotel have a rooftop pool?

Yes, the hotel features a rooftop pool with sun loungers, a shallow end, and pool views.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Parador De Alcala?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is parking available on site?

The hotel does not list parking facilities; guests may need to arrange parking nearby. We recommend contacting the hotel for guidance.

Does the hotel offer airport transportation?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle service is available. You can arrange it through the 24-hour front desk.

The bottom line

For travellers who want to be in the middle of Oaxaca's historic energy, Hotel Parador De Alcala delivers a comfortable, well-reviewed base with a rooftop pool and strong breakfast. The windowless standard room and lack of pets/parking are worth weighing, but the location and guest satisfaction make it a solid choice.

8.9Overall, a reliable central pick with high guest ratings.

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