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Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca

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Garden
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated for value
    Guests love how much they get for what they pay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Zócalo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Living area
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Oaxaca, OAX
  • Place, Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zócalo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oaxaca Intl. (OAX)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca

Well-appointed, sunny one bedroom apartment in the premiere walking district of Oaxaca - El Zocalo, Santo Domingo, restaurants, markets, shopping, museums , cafes and a hub for trips to Monte Alban, Mitla, the weekly markets, etc.

RENTAL FEATURES
- Fully equipped kitchenette with refrigerator, stove top, coffee maker, blender, pots, pans, dishes and utensils
- Living room with couch and chair
- Dining Room with table and chairs for three
- Sunny bedroom with queen bed, closet and floor fan
- Bathroom with shower, toilet and sink
The unit is on the second level, with southern-exposure and garden window, a semi-private seating area just outside the front door.

Includes once-a-week maid service and all linens.
We are always happy to answer any questions. Please let us know if you have any.

Keywords: apartment, Oaxaca, centro, historic, colonial, Santo Domingo, Zocalo, Monte Alban, Mitla, vacation, vacation rental, holiday, sunny, garden, safe

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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Children over 12 years old are welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check-in via appointment between 3pm and 8PM.
We happily provide drinking water for your arrival. Afterwards, we can assist the guest with additional purchases.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 162003vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Oaxaca

Located in Oaxaca, this apartment is in the city centre. Notable landmarks in the area include Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Monte Albán, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Auditorio Guelaguetza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Eduardo Vasconcelos or Venustiano Carranza Sports Complex. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Oaxaca, OAX

What's nearby

  • Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santo Domingo Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Llano Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zócalo - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Oaxaca Intl. (OAX) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Popular - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Mezcalerita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zandunga - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Del Carmen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nono Cafe - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Apartment in the Historic Center of Oaxaca located?

Located in Oaxaca Centro, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of House of Juarez Museum, Zócalo and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Graphic Arts Institute of Oaxaca and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

luis E R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice very welcoming. The location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
Thank you Enrique for your review. We hope to be your host again anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property !!!

Very popular area for walking, eating, and sightseeing,
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Location was great. Apartment was spacious and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2024
Thank you Steve and we hope you come back soon!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and secure property

This rental was perfect for my stay in Oaxaca! Met all my needs.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2023
Thank you Theresa for your nice words. We hope to have you again soon! It was a pleasure to have you.
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10/10 Excellent

Lex C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what I was looking for.

This place was perfect for my time in Oaxaca. The location was ideal for exploring the city and the house was cozy and so lovely. Most of all, Selene was amazing and so responsive to my questions and needs.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
Lex, thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure to have you and we hope you come back soon. We are glad that you enjoyed our place and hope you had a nice experience in Oaxaca. Hasta luego!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend stay

The apartment was clean, safe, and exactly as described. Adriana and her sister were very helpful and even arranged my transportation for a very early return to the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2022
Angie, We are glad to know that you enjoyed the apartment. It was a pleasure having you and we hope to see you soon in Oaxaca again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and conveniently located

Did a solo trip to Oaxaca City for a few days to explore the city’s food, culture and people. Adriana’s place is clean and conveniently located. The communication was clear and very responsive. Adriana’s place is a great value when compared to hotels in the area. I will likely stay at her place again when I return to Oaxaca.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2024
Thank you, Johann for your kind words! You are welcome anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

Fantastic Space in Excellent Location!

Adriana and her sister Selene’s place was absolute fantastic! I stayed 2 weeks and couldn’t have been happier, the apartment was impeccably clean, spacious, bright and airy, and the location was perfect! 1 block away from Santo Domingo Plaza, surrounded by fantastic restaurants, taco stands, wonderful markets, mezcal bars, and all shopping you could want. Plus, Selene was incredibly friendly and responsive, checking in with me every so often to make sure I was ok or didn’t need anything. After living there for 2 weeks I considered it my ‘home’ and will absolutely stay with them again next time I’m in Oaxaca. Gracias Selene, it was wonderful!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you very much Monica for your review. We are very happy to hear that you felt at home, that’s what we hope. Please come back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Connie h.

Great location

We stayed in Casa Camille for 10 nights and could not have asked for a better place. We were able to walk everywhere. It is located on Garcia Vigil which was blocked off from traffic during the Day of the Dead festival so slit of parades went down the street. Because the apartment in in the back of the building and off the street is was quite. The only thing is if you are a late sleeper then you may not like the church bells ( directly across the narrow street) rings every morning at 6:30. We are not late sleepers so did not bother us. To be honest the church bells ring all over town so may be hard to get away from them. The apartment was very clean and the provided drinking water for you. We would definitely stay there again if we ever hi back.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Hola C & L, Thank you for your review. We hope you had a great time in Oaxaca and in our apartment. Looking forward to have you in the future. Adriana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gus S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location…!

We loved the location; walking distance to downtown, art galleries, restaurants , bars and everything else that the city has to offer; clean, safe and very quiet. The apartment in located close to some bars and restaurants but you can not hear anything, the unit was built on the back of the house so, no noise at all. The host was very accommodating to all your needs and profe. I would stay there again for my next visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oja R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, very quiet, and so close to everything!

I had the best time in this gem of an apartment. Spacious, serene, safe, and so close to everything wonderful. I will stay here every time I visit Oaxaca! Gracias Selene y Adriana!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have you and it would be great to have you again and again!
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10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Wonderful Experience

I have to say we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Adriana's apartment. Bright...airy...clean...great location. Adriana and others were very responsive and helped us out on many occasions. We would stay there again w/out hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you Jon for your kind words. We hope you enjoyed Oaxaca! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Clean ,convenient and spacious

Thank you for your attention our needs. I will definitely recommend you appartment to all our friends. Regards, Liz
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you Liz and Greg for staying with us.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Fantastic place situated in prime location

This place is clean, comfortable, secure - wonderful place to enjoy some time in Oaxaca. Walking distance to everything in town. Always felt safe and secure. Very nice owner, her sister manager, and cleaning lady. Recommend this to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you Michael. It was a pleasure having you and your wife. We hope we can see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

We found everything as stated in the description

We would like to say how much we enjoyed our 2-month stay at Casita Camila and what a wonderful experience to be in Oaxaca during Guelaguetza. The apartment location was ideal, being in the heart of the celebration, plus being equi-distant from the upscale Reforma district and the historic Zocalo. Our apartment was completely outfitted and very comfortable. We never lacked for hot water; we couldn't have asked for better towels and bed linens, the mattress was just right and the apartments are very secure. We don't believe there is anywhere in the center of Oaxaca city that one isn't awakened early by church bells with 18 churches in that area but it's part of the charm. Again thanks for an excellent stay and we will recommend Casa Camila to those we know will be visiting Oaxaca. , R & N Davies Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
R&N, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a nice review about our Casita! We are really happy to know that you enjoyed the apartment. We hope to see you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Central location , clean, comfortable & affordable

After excellent pre arrival communication with Adriana we arrived to find everything just as in the VRBO photos and description. Then upstairs one bedroom apartment is full of natural light, spacious and the kitchen is well equipped for a short or long term stay. The queen bed is comfortable with nice linens. The bathroom has a large shower with plenty of hot water. The setting is off the street, entered thru a small gift shop, safe, secure and quiet. Selene, the on site manager is friendly, helpful and responsive. Rosi cleans twice a week and changes the sheets and towels. There's an excellent laundry a few blocks away, across from a local “Farmers market” with excellent fresh produce, tamales, tortillas, mole, salsas, chicken and pork butchers snd pretty cut flowers. All the major churches , museums, and sights are within walking distance. To visit the outlying craft villages we took a tour with En Via, a micro lending non profit that has empowered 300 indigenous women to start their own business. We also took a tour with the Oaxaca Lending Librsry, a friendly group of ex pats happy to share their local knowledge. It was a wonderful 16 day visit and we plan to return next year to this beautiful city.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Hola J&E, Thank you very much for your kind words! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed places in the city and places out of the city. We hope to see you again in your next visit to Oaxaca! Adriana
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8/10 Good

stephen h.

Enjoyed our stay

We stayed at Casa Camila for five nights during a recent visit to Oaxaca. It is extremely well located on Calle Vigil--a short walk to the Zocolo and well situated for the many nearby excellent places to east in the 500 and 600 blocks of Vigil. The Sanchez Pascuas food market is just a couple of blocks away. Apartments are well built and maintained with plenty of room for two people. Most importantly, the off street inner courtyard location provided a lot of peace ad quiet. And the apartments are good value for money.
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10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

We stayed for 10 nights in the second floor 'Otono' apartment. It was super clean and nicely furnished. Although we didn't cook any meals the kitchen appeared to be stocked well enough to do so. Drinking water was provided. It has plenty of natural light and big windows to let a nice breeze in, it never felt hot. The bed was very comfortable and the bedroom has a nice size closet. There was plenty of hot water and good water pressure in the shower. The wifi is fast and has a good signal, the router is right outside the front door. The location is perfect. It is directly across the street from the Iglesia Carmen Alto which made it very easy to tell the taxi driver to take you to the church instead of giving a street address. The only down side was when the stool was flushed there was a sewer odor but we told them about it when we left and they were going to call a plumber so I would assume that is no longer a problem. All in all an excellent value for the money.
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10/10 Excellent

Prue R.

A month in Oaxaca

I was lucky enough to stay in three of the Casita camilla apartments during my month in Oaxaca I found them to be even nicer than the photos and particularly loved their simplicity,Each day arriving home with my purchases , the apartment started to be transformed into my own little Oaxaca,,All three apartments had their own charm. To step off Garcia Vigil street through the solid door into the shop of beautiful local artefacts , through the next locked door to the calmness of the apartments and garden area meant coming home each day from the colourful alive Oaxaca was a safe clean oasis.Well equipped , cleaned by Rosi x 2 per week , and greeted by Selene as you leave or arrive home , a welcome addition to what the apartments provide,.I loved having a blender to make fruit smoothies from daily fresh fruit at the market around the corner, to have a coffee machine , to have constant hot water , and to have a very comfortable bed . I was lucky enough to meet Adriana whom I had dealt with by Internet and she is delightfully gracious and helpful as was Her husband John. I had been recommended the apartments by another New Zealand friend and am so happy to have followed her recommendation,Central Oaxaca , a few steps from wonderful restaurants and St Domingo plaza and a gentle stroll to the Zocalo...and then home to your safe haven..what more could one want.!!,Thankyou Casita Camilla for a wonderful month of rich Oaxacan hospitality,
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4/10 Poor

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The location is excellent, very central for all of historic Oaxaca. Also, felt very safe. While the apartment was basically clean do not expect it to look like the pictures in the review. When I think of Mexico I think of bright colours and the apartment is all drab browns and tans, no pictures on the living room walls, no carpet under the coffee table and very worn out bedding and towels. Bedding was changed once a week and only one bath towel and hand towel allowed. I asked for a second bath towel as I have very thick hair - didn't get it. The kitchen is poorly equipped. The only knife other than the 4 table knives was a 10" bread knife - try peeling fruit with that! Rosie, who cleans, doesn't speak English and when Selena came (once) while I was there she whipped through and I didn't know who she was until after she was gone.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
We have updated all photos to represent current conditions in the apartments. We have also changed out all sheets and towels and have added addition utensils in the kitchen, including additional knives. Selene operates the shop in front of the apartments and is present most days. And as the guest mentioned, Rosi is present in the apartments most days. We are also accessible through phone and internet.
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6/10 Okay

Great location, some issues for improvement

As other reviewers noted, the location is perfect. The price is reasonable and email communication with Adriana for arranging the rental was efficient. Other people staying in the complex were super helpful and friendly. However, in the interest of honesty, we need to point out some areas for improvement for the Sol apartment that we rented for a week. 1) better arrangements for checking in and getting the key. Waited over an hour, then had to go phone before someone showed up. Fortunately, other people staying there had a phone number to give us and kindly let us into the front area to wait after checking that we had email confirmation and were bona fide guests. 2) better housecleaning -- the bottoms of our sandals have never been so black and the tiny bath mat in the bathroom was stained and smelly -- we had to put it elsewhere, otherwise the bathroom would have been too stinky. 3) large red ants crawling in the bedroom area and stairs -- fortunately, weren't bitten but killed many. 4) only one outlet in the bedroom so if the very loud fan was on, cannot have the bedside light on. 5) wi-fi signal was very poor. 6) dangerous outlet for fridge -- over the gas stove! No other available outlet. For a short stay, it was ok, but presumably the other units are better, given the reviews and return customers.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
We appreciate and welcome the client's comments. We do take them seriously and will review and address all concerns. We do attempt to provide excellent service, amenities and wish to be proactive to all concerns. We only wish we had heard from the client during their stay. We wish to welcome the client back so we can show what we truly offer.
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10/10 Excellent

Truly Lovely Place

We want to join the chorus of other good reviews and say that Casa Camila is an absolutely lovely place! For the past four or five years, this has been our home base in Oaxaca. It is quiet, super clean, and a great location for exploring the city. Adriana and Selene do a wonderful job with managing the apartments - and Rosi, the housekeeper, is as sweet as can be. On the one hand, we don't want this secret to get out; on the other, Adriana and Selene need to be recognized for their stellar efforts in creating such a comfortable and safe place in downtown Oaxaca. Note: If you want to party hard, this is not your place. If you want a quiet getaway in an ideal location in Oaxaca, this is it.
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10/10 Excellent

A great Oaxaca choice

We have stayed at Casita Camila for four or five years now -- it's always wonderful to get there. The people are friendly; the rooms clean and well-furnished, and the location is the best you could ask for: six or eight blocks from the center of town, close to good restaurants, yet quiet at night when you need it. Management and staff have always been kind, friendly, and accommodating. Couldn't recommend it more highly.
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10/10 Excellent

Location could not be better

We had a fabulous time and could walk out the door of our completely comfortable accommodations and be in the thick of things in Oaxaca. And back any time without losing the pace. And the best street food in the city is directly across from the front door!
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10/10 Excellent

Best value in town: Unbeatable location at a great price!

We spent the month of September in Oaxaca and stayed at Casa Camila the entire time. We felt extremely lucky to have found this vrbo rental. The price was reasonable, the apartment was spotless and well-attended to by the delightful and helpful lady who kept it that way with her twice-a-week cleaning schedule, and most of all, the location was not just good, it was outstanding. It seems that almost all of the most popular restaurants are situated within a few blocks of Casa Camila. My husband popped down to the bakery most mornings to pick up a freshly baked loaf of ciabatta..(all of 13 pesos!) In the evenings, we would saunter over to Santo Domingo Plaza.,,maybe a two minute stroll..and see what adventure awaited us..there was always something exciting to see or participate in ..or buy! We also spent plenty of time at the Zocalo and the Alameda. If you are music-lovers, you will find it everywhere, especially off the Santo Domingo Plaza and around the Zocalo. Dance ( like the incredible Danzon), concerts, famous performers, along with the mariachis and marimbas and marching bands. There are two close-by hospitals and plenty of well-stocked farmacias nearby. A wonderful apartment arrangement, a wonderful location and a wonderful and exciting city to enjoy!. We would happily come back to Casa Camila for future visits.

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