Quinta Real Oaxaca occupies the former Convent of Santa Catalina de Siena, a 16th-century religious complex on 5 de Mayo Street in the Centro Historico of Oaxaca de Juárez, inside the city's UNESCO World Heritage core and a short walk from the Zócalo and the Templo de Santo Domingo. Vaulted stone corridors, cloistered courtyards, and a chapel-turned-event-space preserve the building's colonial history, while the guest rooms and suites are updated with modern comforts including deluxe rooms, master suites, and a presidential suite. The hotel's outdoor pool and sun deck sit within one of the original convent courtyards, and an on-site spa offers treatments drawing on regional ingredients such as chocolate and mezcal. The fine-dining restaurant serves Oaxacan and international cuisine under stone arches, complemented by 24-hour room service and valet parking. As part of the Camino Real group, the hotel is oriented toward travelers seeking a landmark heritage stay with full-service amenities, and its ballrooms and courtyards also host weddings and business events, giving the property a dual leisure-and-business character.
Room types
- deluxe room
- master suite
- presidential suite
Amenities
- former 16th-century convent
- outdoor pool
- sun deck
- valet parking
- 24-hour room service
- on-site spa
- fine dining restaurant
Location
5 de Mayo 300, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca
17.0645, -96.7233 View on map
Highlights
- Housed in the restored 16th-century Convent of Santa Catalina de Siena
- Outdoor pool and sun deck set within a colonial courtyard
- On-site spa with treatments using regional ingredients like cacao and mezcal
- Fine-dining restaurant under original stone arches, steps from the Zócalo
Tips for visiting
- Request a room away from the courtyard event space if visiting during wedding season
- The spa books up on weekends, so reserve treatments a day or two in advance
- Valet parking is useful given the narrow one-way streets of the Centro Historico
- Walk the property's historic corridors and chapel even if not staying in the courtyard-facing rooms
When to visit
The courtyard pool and gardens are most enjoyable in the dry season from October to April, when afternoon temperatures in the Centro Historico are milder.
Accessibility
As a converted colonial convent, the property has uneven stone flooring and stepped courtyards in some areas; travelers with mobility needs should request ground-floor rooms and confirm accessible routes when booking.
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Frequently asked questions
What was Quinta Real Oaxaca's building originally used for?
The hotel occupies the former Convent of Santa Catalina de Siena, a 16th-century convent building that has been preserved as part of Oaxaca's UNESCO-listed historic center.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool and sun deck are set within one of the original convent courtyards.
How close is the hotel to the Zócalo?
The property is roughly a five-minute walk from the Zócalo and the Templo de Santo Domingo in the Centro Historico.