I stayed here for almost three weeks in July, 2012. The hotel is basic, clean, and secure, with a medium comfort level. Bathroom worked well. I bought a comforter to soften the bed. The friendly room maid and front desk staff were exceptionally helpful, esp when I needed a wake-up and a cab at 4 am. The owner is frequently... More

A no frills place that is quiet, clean and safe, albeit a bit worn around the edges. I stayed in a hostel with a shared bath on a busy street and it was not apreciable less than this hotel. There's so much to do and so many nice places to hang out in Oaxaca that a glitzy hotel with all... More

We stayed here several nights over the holidays. This is a no frills hotel, and it could really use at least one frill to make it worth the price. The drains in the sink and shower drained so slow I was standing in a puddle of god knows what while taking a shower. Water pressure was poor as well. Also,... More

This is a basic hotel. All you need is here. Hot water between 6:00-10:00 am&pm. No deco on any walls, no TV. Could use a coat of paint and some repairs. Clean and good value for the money. Rooms are large. Most of all, it's peaceful and quiet. Some nightclub noise can be heard, however, it's not disrupting. I would... More

I booked two nights in the Hotel Principal through hostelbookers but, due to a change in travel plans, had to alter my reservation at the last minute to stay for only one night. The staff at the hotel were totally accommodating, and perfectly happy to amend my booking when I arrived at no extra cost. We were in Oaxaca during... More

I chose this hotel because the ratings on Tripadvisor sounded quite good. In fact this place is cheap for being so centrally located. The best thing to say is that it's quiet and that the receptionist was friendly. However, there are a many things to improve and I left the hotel quite angry. First of all, the white painting in... More

Hotel Principal in central Oaxaca city was a true gem for the price and location. Easy walking distance to so many attractions and sights and convenient booking of tours right at the front desk. The hotel is secure, locking their doors around midnight, although don't worry about getting back in, the buzzer at the door will alert staff to come... More

The Hotel Principal is wonderful; very old Mexico with friendly and accommodating staff. The rooms are simple and comfortable, always immaculately clean. The staff helps out in every way -- calling to have laundry picked up and delivered, making certain a taxi is there at 4:00a.m. for an early morning departure, holding a multi-day reservation with a check for one... More

We stayed at the Hotel Principal, Oaxaca for five nights and enjoyed it's excellent location, large, high-ceilinged rooms and reasonable price.