Updated: 2026
Mexico — 6 Hotels Curated
Under $150/nightFinding a great hotel in Oaxaca under $150 per night is easier than you think. We've curated 6 hand-picked budget-to-value properties that deliver genuine quality at this price point — ideal for budget travellers, short city breaks, and families looking to stretch their travel budget without sacrificing comfort. Every hotel on this list has been selected for its location, guest ratings, and value for money in 2026.
Hand-curated for quality and value. Updated 2026.
Historic Centre
A Oaxacan gem: a colonial house with a roof garden of extraordinary plantings, a small pool, and rooms that showcase the region's indigenous textile traditions in every soft furnishing and tile. The breakfast includes the house's own mole negro and is served in a sun-drenched...
Mitla Valley
A rural retreat in the Mitla Valley near the extraordinary Zapotec ruins, with comfortable casitas in a cactus garden, a pool, and a restaurant using exclusively local valley ingredients. The daily excursions to the mezcal distilleries, the weaving villages, and the archaeological sites are the...
Historic Centre
A lovely small B&B in a colonial house a few blocks from the Zócalo, Azul Cielo has well-appointed rooms with locally sourced furnishings, a small pool, and a breakfast of fresh churros, Oaxacan cheese, and chocolate that is the highlight of many guests' stay. Exceptional...
Historic Centre
An established budget-friendly hostal that has been welcoming travelers to Oaxaca for decades, offering simple but characterful rooms in a colonial building and a staff team who are encyclopaedic about the market circuit, the mezcal bars, and the artisan villages. One of the best-value sleeps...
Historic Centre
A boutique hotel in a narrow colonial lane near the Mercado 20 de Noviembre, with rooms that celebrate Oaxacan weaving, pottery, and alebrije traditions. The owner is a passionate advocate for the local artisan economy and will guide you personally to the workshops and cooperatives...
Historic Centre
A colonial townhouse with an exceptionally beautiful arcaded courtyard and a rooftop terrace with views of Monte Albán on clear mornings. The rooms are comfortable and well-maintained, the mezcal collection in the bar is serious, and the proximity to the Zócalo means the city's best...
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Yes — the hotels on this page all fall within the Under $150/night range and offer genuine quality at this price point. You can expect clean, comfortable rooms with reliable amenities. In many cities, the budget-to-value segment represents excellent value, especially when you choose properties in well-connected neighborhoods.
At this price range in Oaxaca, you'll typically find well-maintained rooms, helpful staff, and good transport links. Many budget-to-value hotels include breakfast options, free WiFi, and easy access to the main sights. The properties listed here have been selected for their quality-to-price ratio specifically.
The hotels on this page are spread across Oaxaca's most visitor-friendly neighborhoods. Each listing includes the neighborhood name so you can match your location preferences. Staying slightly outside the main tourist center often unlocks better rates while keeping you close to transit.
Absolutely. The best-value properties in any city sell out quickly, especially during peak season and local events. Booking 3-6 weeks in advance for Oaxaca is generally recommended to secure the best rates at these budget-to-value properties.
Every hotel on Hotelier's Choice is hand-curated based on guest review scores, location quality, value for money, and overall reliability. We only list properties with consistently strong ratings and verified quality at the listed price tier.