OTRO OAXACA, A MEMBER OF DESIGN HOTELS, Oaxaca

Otro Oaxaca, A Member Of Design Hotels - A contemporary 16-room retreat with rooftop pool, UNESCO-inspired architecture, and Santo Domingo Church views

Located directly across from Santo Domingo Church and its pedestrian plaza, this design-forward Oaxaca hotel features 16 serene guest rooms with concrete interiors accented by wood, suede, and metal finishes. A 30-foot swimming pool stretches along the limestone rooftop terrace, offering direct views of the church facade. Otro Oaxaca's architectural design draws inspiration from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mitla, incorporating a cross-shaped walkway, brick walls, and raw concrete elements. The property houses a ground-floor restaurant with tree-shaded dining, while the rooftop hosts a 24-person communal table for charcoal-grilled local dishes. Additional amenities include Otro Bar serving mezcal cocktails, a hybrid co-working space, and a ground-level patio. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from the Ethnobotanical Garden and Museum of Cultures, with Oaxaca International Airport located 6 miles away.

Pros

Architectural design incorporates indigenous Oaxacan textures and materials

Ground-floor bunker space hosts cultural events, film screenings, and live music

Chef Saúl Carranza's menu emphasizes fresh local ingredients and unexpected textures

Endemic green limestone floors and native flora create a peaceful rooftop atmosphere

Cons

10-kilometer distance from Oaxaca International Airport

Limited to 24 seats for rooftop communal dining experiences