Little inconveniences and broken things. The doors to the balcony wouldn't close fully. Water leaked out of the shower. There was some noise from the street, but it wasn't too bad. Every time I entered or left the hotel, someone had to come and remove a padlock from the door.

The location. The overall level of comfort.

Stayed in July 2025

My dad did struggle a bit with the bath/shower combo so if someone has super limited mobility that is something to be aware of.

We were so happy that we found this place it was perfect. Excellent location about 1 block from the Zocalo, quiet at night, super kind and helpful staff, giant rooms with aircon, and had an amazing breakfast that changed every day. Could not have had a better experience.

Stayed in April 2025

Exceptional staff. Very kind and lovely to deal with.

Stayed in March 2025

They advertise a hot tub but with a water shortage that was not possible. Please booking.com remove that from the list of amenities. Also it’s true about the slippery nylon polyester sheets. It would be nice to have cotton. Minor things really as we slept like logs each night.

We loved this small bed and breakfast hotel. We chose it because it was close to the zocolo (main square) Both Veronica and Mara were exceptional hosts. Our breakfasts were delicious with a different entree each morning of our 8 days. Rooms were spotless. Veronica booked a tour for us, Ruta 1 which was a wonderful day away. We saw so much of nature, landscapes and culture. That is your best choice for a tour. Cost us $500 pesos plus entry of $220 pesos and includes an amazing buffet lunch. A full day on the road 8 am to 8 pm. Canadian the cost is around $60 for the whole day. Taxis are readily available outside the front door however they will book a car for you. Note that nights are quiet and you can get a good rest.

Stayed in February 2025

Sheets were very uncomfortable, not cotton. A/C didn’t really cool the room. Couldn’t keep courtyard door open because of bugs. 24/7 padlocks on all doors was a little disturbing- unable to get out quickly in emergency. Shower was always cold water.

Convenient location, nice room, lovely bathroom, view and doors to courtyard, excellent breakfasts, wonderful staff.

Stayed in January 2025

Internet was not good. The room was okay. AC made loud noises. Bathtub/shower spilled a lot of water out on the floor. Bedsheets were not cotton but polyester.

The staff and location were very good. We were the only people staying there so got more attention.

Stayed in October 2024

It can be a tiny bit noisy due to open courtyard but it stopped after 22.30

Very friendly staff, clean and I really appreciated the changes at breakfast because of dietary requirements Good location

Stayed in November 2024

Our room didn't have much outdoor light, and because of the location, the door to the street was always locked, so someone needed to unlock the door every time we departed.

The staff was very accommodating. For example, I needed a small desk for my computer work, and they brought in a table and chair. The breakfasts were excellent. The location is a block and a half from the Xocolo, the central square.

Stayed in March 2024

The front grill gate was always padlocked so you had to get a person to come out and unlock it.

Good furniture to be comfortable. Breakfast was good but too much food. Adjustments could be made.

Stayed in February 2024

The bathroom was beautiful and spacious , the only thing I would suggest is having a shower stall, rather than having to climb into the jacuzzi tub and out, For an elderly couple that would present a hazard.

The staff was very friendly and with my limited knowledge of the language, they were very helpful. They assisted me with finding transportation to out of the city and the airport. The rooms were very spacious and clean. The staff very pleasant and accommodating.

Stayed in October 2023

  the place is being remodeled very nice place to stay 

very clean and quiet

Stayed in June 2023

clean, big and beautiful room. big bathroom, great wifi. great location (really good) staff were the best bit! made us breaky fast everyday, very kind - went out of their way to help us with laundry etc! Fernando was the best!

Stayed in March 2023

I don't know why the front door is locked during the day, was kind of odd. It was a bit pricey but you're paying for a large space w/ a large bathroom.

The room is spacious and elegantly designed. The bed was very comfortable and we could sleep comfortably w/o noise and light. The location is only about a block from the Zocalo. The hot tub was awesome! It was so relaxing after a long day of walking. The staff was very kind and even prepared a nice breakfast display the next morning. What a nice touch!

Stayed in March 2023

nothing

The room was air conditioned and quite spacious, and the location was central to everything within walking distance.

Stayed in March 2023

Everything. The room it is gorgeous and massive. The bathroom with the bathtub :) And then Fernando our hosts. Such a lovely guy. Very friendly and accommodating. Location is perfect too. Just next to the Zócalo but also to the markets. Thanks again for letting us to check-in at 8 am and preparing breakfast for us! :) Don't hesitate and stay at Marhialja Hotel.!

Stayed in December 2022

Breakfast was simple but tasty and convenient. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The A/C wasn't working and they immediately addressed it and provided us with a fan and offered an additional night free of charge. The front desk person even helped me get my laundry done - he called around and found an express service and delivered and picked it up for me. I was thrilled with how hospitable, thoughtful, and friendly everyone was.

Stayed in November 2022

The water pressure was very, very low. Not just one day but for the whole week that we were there. And the shower bath was constructed in such a way that after your shower, you had to use your towels to soak up all the water that came out of the tub. Not too mention getting in and out was tough on a non-usage Jacuzzi tub where you had to take your shower. Otherwise, the room was very nice and large and of course Netflix on the TV was the best.

The location of the property was perfect was walking distance to all the activities plus the Zocalo and all the Beautiful museums easy to get back to the room. Plus, the room was so insulated that you could not barely hear the outside world - plus.

Stayed in January 2025

I didn’t like the fact that I feel victim of bait and switch advertising. The property boasts whirlpool tub and shows it prominently in the fotos. However upon arrival we discovered there was no water to the tub. This was not mentioned when we booked or when we checked in. We had just been on a 12 drive to reach Oaxaca and the whirlpool tub was highly anticipated. Well, that dream was gone in an instant when the ask agent said we they don’t work and have not worked in some time. If they don’t work don’t advertise them as an amenity. That is false advertising and not fair to the renter!

The property is beautiful and meticulously maintained. The room was very comfortable. The bathroom was a challenge with entry and exist of the bathtub being an issue. You have to step up and then a long step down into the tub over the edge of the jetted tub. He exist was more challenging when the tile is wet.

Stayed in April 2024

Hotel entrance was locked throughout. Had to rattle a wrought iron gate and wait to be heard before the staff would unlock a cheap locker-type lock to let us in. Asked for a key to the lock but was refused. When we first arrived the desk clerk did not want to unlock the wrought iron door and admit us. I pleaded that "tenemos una reservation, my nombre is David, etc, My wife waved a printed itinerary of our trip with the hotel name on it, Still denied entry. A neighbor joined us and spoke with the fearful desk clerk (a fifteen-year old girl) and finally we were admitted. We were assigned a room described as having a courtyard view. The courtyard was a parking lot with cars parked closely to our ground floor window. We asked for and received a better room which proved large and comfortable but had no window. Locked in below without a window above equals high fire danger. There are only three rooms at this hotel We stayed four nights with no other guests in evidence.

size of room, tasty breakfast

Stayed in February 2024

Breakfasts were just okay, asked for yogurt after being served it once, but never had it again. Other guests bought avocados for toast and had it served to me as well. Chairs were uncomfortable, for dining not relaxing in room.

Close to Zocalo and other city sights. Large room, pretty quiet given location close to busy area. Bathtub as shown, lots of hot water.

Stayed in February 2024

the breakfast was below every expectation. made in a microwave, and extremely watery coffee. the price was very high compared to the services the gate was closed all the time, so you need to ask for entrance or leaving phones ringing during the night that no one answered. doubt about if people were there at night in case of an emergence.

The location was fine

Stayed in January 2024

Absolutely no ambience! No courtyard/ communal area; breakfast area is right outside bedrooms , fortunately we were the only guests so it wasn’t noisy in the mornings. No eggs or yogurt at breakfast - we had to eat out! Close to Zocalo but not a great street to be staying in . Over-priced for what was offered ; would not recommend

Big bedroom and bathroom with tub, comfortable bed, reasonably quiet

Stayed in January 2024

due to central location there is noise from the street and if you are a light sleeper that could be a problem. The bathroom has a tub which makes it a little complicated to just take a shower because you have to get into this tub/ jacuzzi by going up a step or two

lovely small hotel with very large wonderful rooms. Breakfast and staff are amazing!

Stayed in November 2023

Breakfast was subpar ( microwaved food) and the shower was hard to access. We called it the tub of death. A soaker tub with a step on outside that made for a huge step down into a wet slippery tub—- what could go wrong?

The staff and location were stellar

Stayed in November 2023