Wonderful staff! I very much enjoyed my stay at El Secreto... trustworthy, prompt and polite. Very…read moreclean and all the food was both tasty and beautiful. They even cooked plain eggs for my little girls who aren't into spicy food yet. Very accommodating. I would absolutely stay there again.

This is truly an exceptional hotel, in the best possible location. It occupies the renovated…read morebuilding of a 16th Century monastery. It is a good representative of the way historic remains would be transformed in elegant luxury hotels, best represented by the Spanish paradores. Exuberant landscaping, elegant antiques, local crafts, and modern mechanical systems and artworks combined to produce a sense of uniqueness difficult to beat. The swimming pool, surrounded by renascent facades is just lavish. Spending time here feels like being obscenely privileged. Rooms are a pleasure to be in. High ceilings, elegant big marble pieces classed bathrooms, king beds. They occupy the old cells of the monks, in a luxury renovated way. Breakfast is exceptional. Try to taste everything. From here you can walk anywhere, and the staff could not be more friendly.

We did not stay in the hotel; but did explore the beautiful ground and ancient buildings. A very…read moreinspiring, very old and very historical building. It is most likely the best hotel in Oaxaca, is very expensive and very well guarded and secure. Built like a castle, it actually was a convent, there are many dining or activity rooms, a pool, fantastic landscaping, flowers and shrubbery. Even at night these areas are tastefully lighted and accented. Quite a place to see. And if there is a wedding reception or some other event planned, the staff will have the room appropriately decked-out. We ate two wonderful lunches here, at tables under the columned arched areas alongside the buildings but facing out on the landscaping. One occasion as on a Sunday and there was a very well-dressed and formal mariachi quartet. Not with sombreros, but in very nice tan suits. They were very courteous, moved about unobtrusively and were not loudly banging out the music as you might be familiar with at less classy facilities. This group was as classy as the building. Menu was interesting and offered some samplers. One that I tried was of three moles, those complicated sauces that Oaxaca is known for. There was a different mole for a pork, beef and chicken dish. Served with tortillas it was nice as well as interesting. But be prepared for a formal, dignified, yet cold and distant waiter. And it took forever on both occasions to get service. Plan on a two hour lunch, for example. And prices are high, much higher than you will find in the area. But then again, there are not that many ancient convents that have been preserved, are there?

During a recent visit to Oaxaca, I tripped on an even sidewalk & required medical care including…read morethe use of a wheel chair. The staff was extremely kind & helpful...arranged room service so I could eat. This is my third time to stay in this hotel & I highly recommend for location, service & onsite restaurant. There help following my accident was a life saver

Charming hotel/restaurant…read more You don't have to stay here to enjoy their rooftop café which is what we did. We came by for breakfast one day since it was really close to our Airbnb. The rooftop is beautiful and filled with gorgeous plants. The Croque Madame was excellent and the nut bread was delicious. Desayuno perfecto! Not sure if they serve other meals here as well but I wouldn't doubt it. Stay here or swing by for a meal. It's lovely.

This was one of the best, cheapest hotels to stay in. Very clean and the receptionist all speak…read morefluent English. They were super helpful and I booked them through airbnb. They accommodated us, I wanted to come early morning but leave around midnight so that we can catch the bus. So I didn't want to stay overnight but I wanted an early check in. Laundry costs a little bit, they can do it in the morning or mid to late afternoon. It's so close to the ado bus station but also within the mile to downtown, so you don't get smothered by everyone and everything being loud, perfect place. Five of us with three beds and one bathroom. Make sure toilet paper goes in the trash or don't take a super massive dump, my friend denied doing both and, Yea.

Amazingly wonderful place! Daniel, the manager, is wonderful and does all that he can to make…read morecertain each guest's experience is above average. Location cannot be beat and the included breakfasts are fantastic. I will definitely be back!!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE. I had the great pleasure of joining a dear friend at La Betulia this July '21…read more Centrally located to downtown and charming Oaxacan streets filled with shops, cafes, shops, restos. Now all I am doing is dreaming of going back. We stayed in the two bedroom apartment which was so beautifully designed and spacious. I loved the morning fresh breakfasts that included a hot Oaxacan meal, always Mexican bread, fruit, granola, yogurt, coffee and tea. All Included in the stay. Daniel, the concierge is fantastic! He really knows everything and is so professional and helpful. The whole team is great! Daniel helped us coordinate our daily tours to neighboring towns and introduced us to some great taxi drivers and tour guides. I appreciated the quiet of the place. I see people mentioning they brought their children but when we were there it seemed to be adult only which we appreciated as it was also a working vacation for us. There are few places I leave with the desire to return right away. This is one of them! Especially if Daniel is still there!