GUIDE OF OAXACA FOR DECEMBER 2024
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From a former convent that is now a 5-star hotel in the historic center, to a calm and pleasant house where what you will not miss is to rest. Here are some suggestions of hotels in Oaxaca for this December (2023).
The hotels presented here are only suggestions, there are many more good hotels according to your budget throughout the city, also check availability. Planning your trip can be a tedious task, why not leave it to the experts? Contact us.
HIGH BUDGET: FROM 2,000 MEXICAN PESOS
QUINTA REAL OAXACA:This hotel won the traveller’s choice 2023 by tripadvisor, has an excellent location in the heart of the historic center and 2 blocks from many attractions of the center and restaurants, this hotel was the convent of Santa Catalina de Siena. All security measures are being taken and it has various services and gardens.
In this hotel they will also speak english.
CASA DE SIERRA AZUL: This is an excellent option if you are someone looking for something sustainable, cultural and also if you come with a pet. The location of this hotel, is also in the center, near many tourist attractions and with diverse services, this hotel does not have a swimming pool but it does have the sanitary measures and a restaurant with delicious Oaxacan food.
The languages spoken in this hotel are Spanish and English.
MARIALICIA SUITES: Also winner of traveller´s choice 2023 by Tripadvisor. This hotel is going to receive you with all the necessary measures for your health. It has various kinds of habitations, it is perfect for families and has services to satisfy your needs.
AVERAGE BUDGET: FROM 900 TO 2,000 MEXICAN PESOS
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BOUTIQUE HOTEL PARADOR SAN MIGUEL: This hotel has won the Traveller´s choice 2023. It´s the most expensive of those we will mention with a medium budget, but it is a good hotel, with an excellent location and pillows with Oaxacan embroidery.
If you don’t want to go out in the morning you can have breakfast in the hotel restaurant, and enjoy the sunset in the terrace.
HOTEL CON CORAZÓN: Winner of the Traveller´s choice 2023, this hotel has very good reviews, nice bedrooms, a pretty close to the centro location and a pacific environment, this hotel can offer you various services that are going to make your visit a great experience.
LOW BUDGET: FROM 500 TO 1,000 MEXICAN PESOS
The Fortín Plaza Hotel may have a room at this price.
CASONA OAXACA HOTEL: It is quite close to downtown, has different services, and nice rooms, they gave him the traveler’s choice award, prices start at 700 Mexican pesos.
NACIONAL OAXACA HOTEL: It is located near the Benito Juarez market and the tourist walkway, is a small hotel in a not so privileged area but is very cheap with prices from 500 Mexican pesos approximately.
RESTAURANTS
The restaurants mentioned here are just some of the delicious restaurants in the city, walking around the city or asking you can find other restaurants according to your budget. Get to know oaxacan gastronomy with us: Contact us.
HIGH BUDGET
CASA OAXACA RESTAURANT: One of the best restaurants in the city, located almost in front of the Ethno-Botanical Garden, with delicious food by chef Alejandro Ruiz, who combines contemporary food with the best traditional Oaxacan food.
PITIONA: Located very close to the temple of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Pitiona restaurant is the signature cuisine of Chef José Manuel Bolaños, with delicious food and an excellent location.
OAXACALIFORNIA: This restaurant is not located in the center of Oaxaca, but the access is very easy, and you will be able to taste a delicious food combining the best of the sea of BAJA CALIFORNIA and the traditional food of Oaxaca.
AVERAGE BUDGET:
EXPENDIO TRADICIÓN: Located in Murguía Street, almost next to the Quinta Real Hotel. This restaurant has exquisite food and mezcal.
EL QUINQUE: A good fusion restaurant, located 4 blocks from the Metropolitan Cathedral, where you can taste Oaxacan and international food.
LOW BUDGET:
BOULENC: The perfect combination of cheap, nice and tasty, you will find it here, Boulenc is a contemporary food restaurant located in the street of Porfirio Diaz, in the historical center.
CASA TAVICHE: This restaurant has Latin, Mexican and is ideal for vegetarians, is located on Avenida Miguel Hidalgo.
COFFEE SHOPS
Something that you can’t miss in Oaxaca is a cafe to enjoy a calm afternoon with your couple or friends. In this guide of December 2023, I will leave you my favourites of this year, I hope you also enjoy them.
As restaurants and hotels these are just suggestions and you will need to check the availability.
CAFÉ BLASÓN
Enjoy the coffee of various heights of the oaxacan and mexican mountains in drinks like the frappé or the cappuccino. This café’s have a calm atmosphere to enjoy with friends or your couple. It’s one of my favourite coffee shops of Oaxaca, and one that you should try to relax in your trip.
Find your favourite Blasón coffee shop.
PANNELA PANADERÍA DE BARRIO
Located in the Magical Jalatlaco District, Pannela is a cafe and bread store that has innovated drinks like frappe’s to give you more oaxacan flavors. If you come to this place don’t miss an horchata or tejate frappé with a “chocolatin” (chocolate bread).
CARNABY STREET
Con un estilo moderno este café está en el segundo piso de Plaza San Jerónimo, muy cerca de la Iglesia de Santo Domingo, y aunque platillos oaxaqueños no encontrarás, seguro que te la pasas muy bien.
With a very modern style, this café is located in the second floor of San Jerónimo Plaza, very close to the Church of Santo Domingo. You won’t find oaxacan dishes but I’m sure you will have a great time.
PLACES AND ACTIVITIES FOR DECEMBER 2024 IN OAXACA
Oaxaca is full of places with a christmas vibe in December, places where you will live incredible things that you will remember forever. Find the perfect combo of places for you with me: contact me.
TAKE A WALK IN THE HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN
En diciembre el Centro Histórico se llena de luces y decoraciones navideñas, dando un ambiente increíble. En tu paseo podrías comprar alguna bebida en los café’s que te mencioné o un delicioso esquite.
During december the Historical Downtown covers itself with lights and christmas decorations, giving a great atmosphere. In your walk you can buy a drink in one of the cafe’s I mentioned or enjoy a delicious esquite in the street.
VISIT THE JALATLACO DISTRICT
Jalatlaco was declared a Magical District recently, and during december it gets dressed with the christmas theme but with the mexican style. This District is full of places to enjoy a drink. It also haves the stoned streets with colorful facades and christmas decorations that will make you fall in love and you’ll want to return a thousand times.
VISIT THE MAGICAL MITLA VILLAGE
En el Pueblo Mágico de Mitla sube al “tren” decorado con luces navideñas para recorrer las calles que estarán llenas de luces navideñas, decoraciones, lugares para cenar y una vibra mágica que te encantará. Si sabes patinar sobre hielo, no te olvides de ir a patinar.
In the Magical Town of Mitla (Pueblo Mágico de Mitla) you can go in a “train” around the town full of christmas lights, decorations, places to have dinner and a magical vibe that you will love. If you know how to ice skate you can do it in the ice rink there.
EL TULE
Visit the widest tree in the world, enjoy the local gastronomy in the gastronomic market or one of its restaurants and at the end don’t forget to enjoy a delicious snow. If you visit at night, the town looks amazing with Christmas decorations, and it’s on your way if you visit Mitla.
VISIT THE ZOCALO AND THE CATHEDRAL
With Christmas vibes, and decorations of many lights, take a stroll through Oaxaca’s Zócalo, and its Cathedral, enjoy a tamale or an esquite, and feel Christmas approaching.
EVENTS
RADISHES NIGHT
The Night of the Radishes is a unique and enchanting tradition in Oaxaca, Mexico. It takes place on December 23rd and celebrates the artistry of carving radishes into intricate sculptures.
The tradition originated during the colonial period and has since become an annual event. Local artisans showcase their radish sculptures in the main square of Oaxaca, attracting thousands of visitors. The sculptures depict scenes from oaxacan folklore, religious events, and historical figures.
The governor gives a price for the best sculptures of the night. You can see the preparations of the event starting in the morning, and you can visit the expositions in the night, you can’t miss this event if you visit Oaxaca in december.
EL LLANO FAIR
At the “Llano” Park this year there will be activities specially for kids and/or families, like the ice rink, snow gotcha and much more, if you have free time or if you live in Oaxaca take a look in the Llano Park this december.
VIRGIN OF GUADALUPE FESTIVITY
The Guadalupe Festivity, also known as the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, is a significant event in Mexico. It is celebrated annually on December 12th to honor the Virgin Mary, who appeared to a local peasant named Juan Diego in 1531.
The festivities are filled with colorful processions, religious ceremonies, and traditional cultural performances. Pilgrims visit the Basílica Menor de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad, a beautiful church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and indulge in traditional Mexican food sold by street vendors. The celebration also includes cultural events showcasing Oaxacan traditions, such as music, dance, and traditional costumes.
The Guadalupe Festivity in Oaxaca is a time for people to come together, express their devotion, and celebrate their shared heritage.
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