Charming Neighborhood of Jalatlaco. Two, One Bedroom Apartments . Apt #1

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 248.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Mountain view

Explore the area

Oaxaca, OAX

El Llano Park
7 min walk
Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
9 min walk
Santo Domingo Square
11 min walk
Oaxaca Intl. (OAX)
20 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Alma de mi Tierra offers 2 turn-key furnished apartments for rent that are attractively appointed and include a wide range of conveniences designed to meet the needs of vacationers to Oaxaca. The 2 apartments are next to each other and are a mirror image of each other. This listing and calendar is for Apartment #1.

This apartment has air conditioning in the bedroom and bathroom only for a comfortable nights rest.

Our apartments are centrally located in the heart of Oaxaca and just a 15 minute walk to the Zocolo. The Mercado de Merced with wonderful fruit, vegetables, and arm loads of fresh flowers, is just a short walk away! Our location provides convenient access to many Spanish language schools.

The property contains the apartments, our private home in the rear as well as Alma de Mi Tierra Cooking School.

Everyone shares the same access to the main street but each apartment has their own key to the main door as well as to the apartment. Our location also has a private rooftop terrace, beautiful plantings, and ample seating to enjoy the beautiful Oaxacan sunsets.

Our housekeeper is on property daily and comes to clean and change your linens once a week. Both innkeepers speak fluent English as well as Spanish and are always available in case you have any questions or problems.

Oaxaca offers an extraordinary array of concerts, live theater, lectures and famous art institutes. Classes are offered in painting, sculpture, weaving, dance, photography, and ceramics to name a few. There is a wonderful English language library nearby with a very large collection of books in English.

Rent with confidence knowing that you are located in a secure setting with the owners residing on the same property. With both of our furnished apartments we handle the details, including utilities, furniture, kitchen supplies and more -- so you can keep on track and focus on your priorities.
We also have a 3 month old English Bulldog by the name of Bella. She is up-to-date with her vaccines and is not a barker.

Property manager

William Frederick Gutierrez

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Outdoor space

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Hot tub

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Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oaxaca

Located in Oaxaca Centro, a neighbourhood in Oaxaca, this apartment is in the mountains. Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman and Exconvento de San Pablo are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pueblos Mancomunados and Temazcal Spa Maya. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Eduardo Vasconcelos or Auditorio Guelaguetza. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and ecotours nearby.

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Oaxaca, OAX

What's nearby

Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden - 9 min walk
Santo Domingo Square - 11 min walk
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman - 11 min walk
Zocalo Square - 18 min walk
Oaxaca Cathedral - 20 min walk

Getting around

Oaxaca Intl. (OAX) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tacos de Lechón - ‬5 min walk
‪El Biche Pobre - ‬5 min walk
‪Cocina Económica Isabel - ‬4 min walk
‪Santa Hierba - ‬4 min walk
‪Pannela - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Neighborhood of Jalatlaco. Two, One Bedroom Apartments . Apt #1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Neighborhood of Jalatlaco. Two, One Bedroom Apartments . Apt #1?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Neighborhood of Jalatlaco. Two, One Bedroom Apartments . Apt #1?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Neighborhood of Jalatlaco. Two, One Bedroom Apartments . Apt #1 located?

Located in Oaxaca Centro, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of El Llano Park and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman. Zocalo Square is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Byron L.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Oaxaca

This is the perfect place to stay in Oaxaca. The apartment has all the vibrant qualities of the city, but is at the same time quiet, secluded and comfortable. We’ve made our home away from home and plan to keep going back. Beautifully decorated, conveniently designed and just a short walk to the center of the lively barrio of Jalatlaco. Hosts William and Nora run a tight ship, and everything is fully functional. They are friendly, welcoming and available for all needs and questions.

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

2 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy safe comfortable nook in the heart of a picturesque barrio

Comfortable private safe .william our host was able and willing to give friendly advice ,direction , and recommendations on what to see and do and how to get there.we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in oaxaca

Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy spot in Oaxaca

What a great place to stay! William and Nora are friendly and helpful hosts, giving great advice on nearby attractions. William arranged a great tour of Monte Albán for us. Nora’s cooking class was a highlight of our stay. Bella the bulldog is a sweetheart and will greet you in the courtyard. Beautiful courtyard filled with bright flowers and a rooftop terrace are available for your enjoyment. Lots of restaurants nearby and short walk to centro. We highly recommended and look forward to staying again.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

6 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Oaxaca!

'Had a wonderful time staying at William and Nora's apartment in Jalatlaco, Oaxaca! William is an excellent host and available to answer questions about the local neighborhood and the apartment. The apartment is very cozy and clean and the neighborhood is quiet. There are many wonderful restaurants very close by. We will be staying with them when we visit Oaxaca again!

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

16 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oaxaca Dream

William, Nora and Bella were superb! William was very helpful and friendly. We also took advantage of Nora's cooking class and thoroughly enjoyed learning about the market, the spices and new recipes.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorene H.

11 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful neighborhood and excellent accommodation.

Our apartment exceeded our expectations in every way. Super comfy king-size bed with high quality linens ensured our comfort every night for amazing sleeps. Located in one of the most colorful and interesting neighborhoods of Oaxaca City. Coffee shops, restaurants and art galleries everywhere. Wonderful hosts who are always nearby if you need anything. A super bonus, if you are a dog lover, is their beloved Bella. She loves to say hi and greet you with lots of tail wags. This apartment has everything you might need and more. A full kitchen with stove and oven. A safe, beautiful and comfortable place to call your home away from home.

Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy I., Houston, Texas

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the Jalataco neighborhood of Oaxaca

The apartment is perfectly placed to visit Centro and other neighborhoods. The jalataco neighborhood is filled with beautiful wall murals. It was fun walking around and discovering them. The apartment is a cozy place where we enjoyed using as our base to discover Oaxaca. There is also a wonderful rooftop terrace. It was the perfect spot to sit at the end of the day.

Stayed 24 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

3 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cozy apartment in Oaxaca

Loved staying here! The hosts are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The apartment is cozy and neat and there’s a great terrace to sit on and read, chat, or play games. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R., Fernie, BC Canada

28 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and wonderful

Beautiful property with a vibrant design mixed with comfort and privacy. We were able to walk to centro and further. Nora and William were gracious hosts and eager to answer all our questions. A must to do is onebof Nora's cooking classes.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Berkeley, CA

28 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay in barrio Jalatlaco, Oaxaca

This lovely little two-room flat was a wonderful base for our 4-week stay in Oaxaca. We particularly enjoyed the rooftop terrace. The bathroom is recently and elegantly remodeled. William, Nora (and Bella!) are wonderful hosts, with wide connections among the local arts and tourist support services. William was unfailingly ready with good advice about what to do, where to eat, and etc. Don't miss the chance to take a class or a tour with Nora! Jalatlaco is a terrific, walkable neighborhood with plenty of places to eat and a friendly market for food shopping. The amenities present in the flat didn't quite match those listed when we booked the apartment, and we were left unclear on things like whether or not we needed to buy our own toilet paper. Not a huge deal, and easily fixed. I do recommend that William and Nora spend an *evening* trying to dine, watch TV, work, or read in the lounge area. The cute little blue sofa is uncomfortable --the cushion literally slides out from under you, and there's no place to set a cup of coffee or glass of wine. The TV is set too high, and there's no light for reading. It would also be nice if one of the two lights hung over the table and if there were mosquito netting on the living room window to make the space usable at night. The inner lightwell porch makes the space lovely in the daytime. Would 100% stay there again --but bring a Poang chair to sit in!

Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

21 Nov 2022

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Superb spot in all ways

Gracious and informative host who goes out of his way to make you feel welcomed and comfortable. Gorgeous plantings throughout the Casa and on a fabulous terrace filled with plants and great views that you share with the one other apartment. Our block was beautiful—murals, flowers, immaculate and surprisingly quiet while just a block away it’s a wonderfully lively energetic place. Perfect location. Excellent wifi, immaculately clean.

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Byron L.

6 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Home Away from Home in Oaxaca

We had a wonderful stay at the Gutierrez-Valencia home. Elegant, clean, quiet and with location-location-location. We came to know and love the barrio of Jalatlaco, a quintessential neighborhood of Oaxaca. William was a great, professional host who was a friendly but hardly intrusive presence on the property. His "mascot" Bella, an English bulldog, was his friendly cohort and projected a fitting image of the place--secure, observant, protective. We would always stay at William and Nora's apartment, one of the just two there. We are already planning our return in 2023. Thanks to William, Nora--and Bella for making our long stay in Oaxaca so memorable!

Stayed 24 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Jo W.

7 Apr 2022

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Oaxaca Nest

My stay in this sweet little apartment was all that was expected. William & Nora were wonderful hosts assisting in Taxi and covid testing. I loved the rooftop terrace and spent most mornings there. The neighborhood is perfect, low traffic, authentic and safe. All was good and I was most grateful.

Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

1 Feb 2022

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A Wonderful Place for a January Get Away!

We wish we could have stayed longer than a month at this pretty, perfectly located place. Our hosts were welcoming, responsive and helpful, and our apartment perfectly suited our needs, with lots of thought given to design elements, including storage, light, and travelers' needs. VERY comfortable bed. Apartment was decorated with lovely Oaxacan folk art and William, the hosts', excellent photographs. Other highlights - Nora, W's wife is a world class teaching artist - and her Oaxacan cooking class was fun and beyond delicious. The rooftop garden was our happy place, and spectacularly rimmed with gorgeous potted succulents. Hummingbirds visited morning and evening. Lots of restaurants and cafes nearby, and Mercado de Merced, a traditional market, is just a few blocks away. Be sure to have quesillo on your shopping list! Centro and other neighborhoods were easy walks. A wonderful place in all ways, and we'll look forward to returning.

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yero R.

29 Dec 2021

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Fabulous!

William and Noras place is a little slice of heaven in the perfectly located vibrant Jalatlaco neighborhood. This place is perfect, don’t miss it!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L., Vancouver, B.C. Canada

26 Apr 2020

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A Short Stay

This property is one of the nicest that I have rented in Oaxaca. The host, William and Nora were friendly and helpful. The apartment was decorated with art and colourful objects. Unfortunately, my stay was cut short by the covid19 pandemic. What was supposed to be a 4 week stay became a 4 day stay.When this is over, I would like to stay at this apartment for a longer time.

Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Victoria, BC

6 Jan 2020

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Great way to spend Christmas

We spent 3 weeks here over Christmas and New Year and thoroughly enjoyed our time in Oaxaca. Hosts William and Nora were most accommodating and we partook of Nora's cooking class and expertise as a group tour leader. The accommodation was as described, clean and comfortable and we particularly enjoyed the shaded rooftop terrace as a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Stayed 22 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie H.

29 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Apartment in Barrio Jalatlaco

We love this neighborhood, the beautiful patios, convenient location, and welcoming hosts. We have lived in various neighborhoods in Oaxaca over the years but Jalatlaco is our absolute favorite. We were very comfortable here for our 3 week stay!

Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

18 Mar 2019

Superb Experience!!

We spent two weeks with William and Nora in this lovely apartment and enjoyed every minute of the experience. The apartment is well situated in a charming neighborhood and is an easy 15 to 20 minute walk to Centro, the Zocolo, museums, markets, and restaurants. The apartment is thoughtfully furnished and comfortable. We felt very much at home and look forward to returning for another stay. We attended one of Nora's cooking classes (delicious mole and tamales dolce), went with Nora on her Street Food walking tour, and retained her to guide us through Mitla and Yagul. Aside from being a charming hostess, Nora is an accomplished chef and a very knowledgeable (and licenced) guide to the historical and cultural sites of the area. William is a gifted photographer with a keen eye for capturing the essence of the Oaxacan Valley. We had many interesting discussions about his work. All in all, this was one of those experiences that we anxiously look forward to repeating.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

3 Mar 2019

Lovely spacious apartment with beautiful courtyard and rooftop garden in great neighborhood.

William and Nora are wonderful hosts. Nora's cooking lesson with a trip to local market was very informative and fun and delicious. William had excellent advice on everything from dentists to swimming pools to gyms to laundry, as well as local restaurants and sites to see. The neighborhood is delightful with interesting restaurants, coffee shops, murals, a church, cobblestones and it is close enough to great market, zocalo and Santa Dominigo Church. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Dec 2018

Charming apartment, tranquil neighborhood

We really enjoyed our time in this cozy, quiet, clean, and prettily decorated apartment. It was a relaxing place to come home to, to read, cook, or have a glass of wine on the roof terrace, and was just a 20 min. walk from the center of town. William, our host, was cordial, responsive and helpful, directing us to restaurants, a good laundry service and the nearest market. His wife, Nora, runs a great cooking school, Alma de mi Tierra, from their house next door, and taught us to make a delicious Oaxacan meal. She is also a licensed guide and specialist in textiles, and helped us select a beautiful hand loomed rug on our tour. We plan to return and stay here again.

Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Cate L., Glenwood Springs, CO

5 Nov 2018

Charming, quiet and easy

Lucky to land this quiet kitchenette during dias de los muertos 2018. The historic Jalatlaco neighborhood is charming. The hosts are beyond knowledgeable, guide extra special tours and teach cooking classes right here. We spent every early morning reading on the terazza and felt really safe walking home from the zocalo late at night. We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Oaxaca. Thanks so much Will and Nora!

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sheriann L.

29 Oct 2018

Excellent choice!

My daughter and I spent 9 lovely days at this property. The apartment is cozy; everything works as it should and the Wifi is excellent. The exterior area is beautifully landscaped and quiet. We cooked occasionally with vegetables and staples that we bought at the nearby Merced Market. William and Nora, the owners, were very helpful with tips about local attractions and were kind enough to book a taxi for us that arrived on time, for our very early return flight. I would happily return here on a future trip to Oaxaca.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ted S., Atlanta, Georgia

6 Nov 2017

Friendly host, property as advertised

We spent five weeks here and found the apartment to be just what we wanted. It was quiet and comfortable. We especially enjoyed the rooftop deck in the evenings. Our host, William was extremely helpful prior to our arrival. We had planned to spend a week in Mexico City before visiting Oaxaca but a major earthquake forced us to go to Oaxaca a week early. William managed to find accommodations for us very nearby. William is an American who has lived with his wife in her hometown of Oaxaca for many years so they proved to be a great source of advice for everything from restaurants to where to get our laundry done. This was a very good experience and we would stay here again, were we to return to Oaxaca.

Stayed 37 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mimi S.

11 Apr 2017

Loved staying with Nora and William

Our 1 bedroom apartment was beautiful and comfortable. We loved being able to cook, and took a class with Nora at her cooking school. The apartment was located close to La Marced Market, and a short walk to downtown – its close to everything ! Oaxaca is a beautiful city with a lot to see and do and close to other market towns. We loved being there - we have booked for March of 2018 ! A faulous place a great vacation and the rooftop deck is beautiful !

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2017

About the host

Hosted by William Frederick Gutierrez

My wife Nora was born and raised just 5 blocks away and I am from Queens, NYC with roots on my fathers side from the Oaxaca valley. Nora was brought up with guest in her home where her parents hosted students throughout the year. In 1994 my wife and I tuned that into one of the family's B&B while at the same time started renting out our two apartments for the first time.

What makes this property unique

What sets us apart is that we reside on site, so your location is very safe and we're here to assist you in any way while at the same time respecting your privacy. Bilingual