Pug Seal Oaxaca

Hotels
9.4 (394 reviews)
212 Calle Porfirio Díaz RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro , Oaxaca City , mx

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful architecture
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Cons:
Noise disturbances
Issues with room privacy
Overpriced for the experience

Categories

Cleanliness
8.91
The hotel felt dark and damp, reducing the overall cleanliness perception.
Service
9.99
The staff were friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall service experience.
Location
9.92
Excellent location within walking distance of main attractions.
Room Quality
8.37
Ground floor room had noise issues and privacy concerns, impacting room quality.
Amenities
9.9
Great amenities including free snacks and a good breakfast.
Value for Money
8.36
Felt overpriced for the experience received compared to nearby hotels.
Food and Beverage
9.91
Breakfast was delicious, contributing positively to the food and beverage assessment.
Overall Experience
9.88
Overall a beautiful hotel with a few drawbacks, but a pleasant experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:13

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience the epitome of luxury at Pug Seal Oaxaca, located in the heart of Oaxaca City. Our 5-star hotel offers elegantly designed air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms.

Convenient Location

Situated just steps away from Santo Domingo Temple and Oaxaca Cathedral, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the historic district. With the city centre only 300 metres away and Monte Alban a short drive from the property, guests can easily immerse themselves in the rich culture and heritage of Oaxaca.

Personalized Service

At Pug Seal Oaxaca, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to our guests. Our multilingual staff is fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring that every aspect of your stay is seamless and enjoyable. Book your stay with us now and indulge in a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

"If you want a tax invoice, the hotel recommends paying directly to the property"

Standard and Deluxe room categories are located next to a lively urban area. On weekends, guests may experience ambient city sounds until late hours. For this reason, these room categories are not recommended for light sleepers.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 394 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.91
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 8.37
Amenities: 9.9
Value for Money: 8.36
Food and Beverage: 9.91
Overall Experience: 9.88
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Juan Pablo family_with_children es
9
Pros:

buena calidad general como todos los PUG SEAL. Bonito, bien decorado y bien situado. El desayuno es muy bueno y durante la estancia disfrutas de cafe y otras bebidas y dulces de cortesia. Buen servicio.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Margherita couple it
10
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Alejandra couple es
8
Pros:

Ubicación, ambiente y personal estupendos

Cons:

Para el precio que tiene es inconveniente que no ofrezca comida o cena

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Cesar couple mx
10
Pros:

Top aesthetics, generous breakfast, super friendly staff.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Wilfried couple cr
10
Der Aufenthalt war sehr besonders
Pros:

Ambiente und Personal

Cons:

Badewanne war nich komfortabel

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Diana couple co
9
2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Samuel couple us
1
Would have been better if she wasn’t there
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

As soon as i walked in i ran into a very rude woman working at the front desk after an 8 hour flight she tried to tell me that i could not bring my dog to this already dog friendly hotel. Then she had a disgusting attitude the remainder of the stay. I told her i want a full refund if i cannot bring my dog. Details were already discussed prior to my arrival about bringing my dog so they knew about it.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Ricardo couple mx
8
Pros:

Patio

Cons:

The room

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nick couple au
10
2026-01-18 via Nuitee
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Niobe couple de
10
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Taylor couple us
3
Good location, 100% not worth the price
Pros:

The building itself is beautiful and architecturally striking. The bellhop who brought our bags to the room was very kind and welcoming, which we appreciated

Cons:

The hotel felt very dark overall, and the marble interiors created a cold, damp feeling rather than a cozy atmosphere. Being on the ground floor significantly impacted our stay — we could hear people talking in the courtyard, loud kitchen noise early in the morning, and children running and shouting, which was especially disruptive. We were surprised to see children at the property, as it didn’t feel well suited to families.

Privacy was also an issue. Our room faced the courtyard, so we didn’t feel comfortable opening the windows since people could see directly inside. The bathroom window, although frosted, had a noticeable gap and also looked out onto the courtyard, further reducing privacy.

For the price we paid, we expected something exceptional, but unfortunately the experience didn’t meet that standard for us. Other hotels in the area that we stayed in were far better and cost us 20% of this stay.

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
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Roshni couple us
10
2025-12-27 via Nuitee
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Emine couple de
9
Tolle Lage und Architektur
Pros:

Tolle Lage, sehr zentral aber dennoch vom Chaos der Altstadt entfernt, viele Sehenswürdigkeiten in Laufnähe, kostenlose Softdrinks, Kaffee, Tee, Früchte und kleine Snacks, sehr hilfsbereites Personal, gutes Frühstück, tolle Architektur im Kolonialstil mit einem schönen Innenhof und Brunnen

Cons:

Die Entlüftung der Dusche und des Zimmers könnte besser sein. Die Standardzimmer im EG sind zum Innenhof orientiert, haben kein Fenster und nur kleine Öffnungen in der Tür als Fensterersatz, dadurch wirkte unser Zimmer etwas dunkel, kein Kleiderschrank im Zimmer sondern eine offene Kleiderstange.

2025-12-27 via Nuitee
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Noura solo_traveller ae
10
Pros:

The bed and everything!

Cons:

Nothing!

2025-12-26 via Nuitee
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Diyan solo_traveller bg
10
2025-12-25 via Nuitee
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littleboat couple gb
7
Potentially great stay if not for late-night music
Pros:

The hotel interior is beautiful, the staff were very accommodating and friendly, and the breakfast was delicious. The location is excellent, within walking distance of all the main spots in Oaxaca city.

Cons:

Unfortunately, our second night was very disruptive due to loud music from the bar behind the hotel, which continued until around 4am. The noise was severe enough to make sleep impossible. While we understand this was outside the hotel’s control, it appears to be a known issue, as ear plugs were provided. Had this been communicated in advance, we would have requested a different room or booked elsewhere.

2025-12-24 via Nuitee
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Omar couple nl
9
2025-12-20 via Nuitee
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joseph couple us
10
A marvelous experience from the moment we walked through the door.
Pros:

Everything about Pug Seal exceeded our expectations. This was a surprise for my partner for a special occasion and he loved it.

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2025-12-15 via Nuitee
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Jennyadamsfreelance solo_traveller us
8
Crumbling, colorful plaster, afternoon pastries and a friendly staff
Pros:

This place has unique charm. The restored building from the 1800s shows a beautiful patina, a central atrium with a fountain and sculptures and colorful rooms that are incredibly spacious. it's right in the heart of Centro, but not on a loud main drag. They provide sodas and water and coffee for free and a cute honor bar, with beers, wine and kombucha for purchase. The staff is friendly and on the desk 24/7

Cons:

The whole experience was lovely and seamless. No issues. It is a higher price for the city, but I think the output reflects the cost. If you are looking to really immerse yourself in a hotel moment, this is a great choice

2025-12-12 via Nuitee
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Philip couple de
10
Pros:

Great all around!!

2025-12-04 via Nuitee