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Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca

Villa with an indoor pool, 6-minute walk to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.
  • Place, Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Zócalo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oaxaca Intl. (OAX)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca

Enjoy a luxurious stay at this beautiful home, reimagined by architect Jorge Quintanar Castillo in the heart of Oaxaca de Juárez. The villa is constructed around a central patio and garden, curated by the landscape architect who tends to the Jardín Etnobotanico, which lies just across the street. A short walk to the Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán and all of the central historic district, the villa is the perfect base to explore Oaxaca.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Oaxaca

Located in Oaxaca, this villa is in the city centre. Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca and Museum of Oaxacan Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Andador de Macedonia Alcala. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Eduardo Vasconcelos or Auditorio Guelaguetza. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.

What's nearby

  • Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santo Domingo Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oaxaca Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zócalo - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oaxaca Intl. (OAX) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Mezcalerita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Del Carmen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mezcaloteca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Casa del Tío Güero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Del Elfo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dream Garden Villa in the Heart of Oaxaca located?

Located in Oaxaca Centro, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Zócalo is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan D.

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

Wonderful home from home

A very special place to relax and enjoy all the local cultural attractions.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice but not again

The location was excellent and quiet. The space was beautiful though the pictures were slightly deceiving in size. There is a wonderful mother and daughter that are caretakers. They are there from 8 AM to 3 PM EVERY week day. We asked them to arrive no earlier than 10 AM, which they obliged. It did feel like we had chaperones in the house while they were there but they were very nice. Late the first night the house alarm went off multiple times, which was, as the host noted, very loud and disruptive. White towels were provided which were easily lightly soiled. We were informed that if they couldn’t be cleaned with the house laundry they would be sent out to be commercially cleaned. If they were unable to be cleaned then we would be charged for them. We were told there would be make up remover’s in the bathrooms, but our bathroom had none. Savvy lodgings we have stayed at in the past usually have a black face cloth for just this problem. The fourth evening the house ran out of water. It is on a cistern. It was not until early in the evening the next day that it was refilled and we had water again…after almost 24hrs. With the various inconveniences, we asked if the owner would consider comping a bottle of Mezcal that was provided with the house. In the end, we were told that we would not be charged for the towels that were ‘soiled’, but I still felt the inconveniences, for what we paid for the lodging, were disproportionate. We will look elsewhere next time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Gorgeous house in a fantastic location

Five of us spent a week in this truly beautiful, comfortable house - two couples and a single adult. The house is beautifully laid out on multiple levels, with terraces, art and plantings everywhere. We didn't cook, but the kitchen is nicely designed. Easy walking distance to the main cathedral/Oaxacan culture museum, restaurants, shopping, and it overlooks the Botanic Gardens. Other enhancements include a sweet dog-like cat, daily (weekday) cleaning service, and a good sound system linked to audio streaming (thank you Alexa!). There was lots of drinking water on hand, and the lovely housekeepers kept the handblown beakers in each bedroom filled.This property is not ideal for someone with mobility challenges. Although there is a bedroom on the ground floor, it's a step down and then up to the bathroom (the owners may rectify this). There are lots of lovely/comfortable spaces to hang out in on the ground floor, but other bedrooms, vistas and terraces are up stairs. The very attractive small pool is difficult to get in and out of, though this too could be addressed fairly easily.A few small drawbacks: shower water flow is pretty minimal (a general Oaxacan City challenge) and takes time to heat up. There is a double security system, which is great, but it's a bit nervous-making to have to punch in a 4-digit code to exit (what if there were an emergency?) Extra beds in 2 rooms, make those spaces a bit tight. Small things aside though, this is a spectacular property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa Almaviva was even more spectacular in person than we could have imagined. Aside from a magical layout with great amenities (a bathroom attached to every room, a soundsystem and a house cat, to name a few) the house was spotless and extremely centrally located. The rental did require aupstay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

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

Oaxaca Dream Villa

Our stay here was nothing short of perfect! Great location, gorgeous spaces, whimsical art work, stunning terraces dotted with extraordinary succulents all meticulously maintained by a gracious and unobtrusive household staff. Highly recommend this spot if you want to be close to everything while having a tranquil oasis to return to each day. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasi H.

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

Great property

The only thing (for me personally because I’m always warm) I wish there had been a/c. Other than that we lived our stay…perfect location overlooking the botanical gardens..great water pressure for showers..plenty of hot h2o. Warm welcome from Todd the owner. Nothing negative at all to say about our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D., Stoughton WI

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

Brilliant house

Delightful, architectural marvel filled with succulents and so close to the center.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Oaxaca Magic!

The cactus garden house is incredible! Felt like we were staying in an issue of Architectural Digest. Everything we needed and more. Loved the rooftop views and plants. The location is superb and there is a very modern mall with shops, a grocery store, and restaurants 2 blocks away. We loved our time in this home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre D.

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

Oaxaca magic

Central location was walking distance to everything. House features and beauty is even better in real life. Host Todd was attentive and personable throughout our stay. This is an amazing find and comes highly recommended. Andre D.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing house and location

We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Almaviva! The house is absolutely gorgeous, and very comfortable for our family of five to enjoy Christmas in Oaxaca.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta A.

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

Beautiful space and centrally located

It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S.

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

Great Oaxacan Stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Todd Wiener

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English, Spanish
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