wangleixsh
September 9, 2024
We visited Oaxaca for a special birthday and chose Hotel Escondido based on its Design Hotels designation and location. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating and the location was great. Beds are very comfortable. The overall vibe is charming and chic. Sadly, form didn’t follow function in our rooms. Like the overall design, the lighting was very minimal throughout the room making it difficult to put on make-up or blow dry our hair. The space in the bathroom was extremely cozy. There are no hooks for towels or shelves for toiletries. And because the windows aren’t double-paned, the loud traffic from the intersecting busy streets and music from the hotel’s terrace as well as adjoining hotel terraces could be heard all night, making it difficult to get a good night’s rest. There were also property and room repairs taking place upon arrival and throughout our stay. One couple in our group had to change rooms because the hotel couldn’t get the wifi to work in their original room but then found that the air conditioner leaked in the new room. If you are a traveler who needs a quiet environment to sleep and space in your bathroom, other hotels in Oaxaca may better suit you.