Grana B&B
Colonial-meets-contemporary Mexican design. Earthy tones, handmade tiles, woven textiles, local ceramics, and plenty of plants. The famously Instagrammed turquoise-tiled kitchen with its communal table and traditional comal is the social heart of the place. Casual, warm, community-feel — not stuffy.
Request an upper-floor room with a balcony for street views — but note that rooms facing the street can get lively Friday and Saturday nights; the courtyard-facing rooms are quieter
Why It Matters
One MICHELIN Key recipient. One of the most-booked B&Bs in Oaxaca City. The daily Oaxacan breakfast — made from scratch by all-female local cooks on a traditional comal — consistently earns more praise than the rooms themselves. Also holds the Green Key sustainability certification from FEE.
Grana is an 18th-century colonial mansion turned into a 14-room B&B, sitting one block from the Santo Domingo church in Oaxaca's historic center. The name comes from 'grana cochinilla' — the pre-Hispanic dye extracted from cactus insects that was once Oaxaca's most valuable export — and that spirit of local pride runs through everything here. Three Mexican friends own and run it, and the result is somewhere between a well-curated boutique hotel and someone's actual home, with locally commissioned art and pottery at every turn.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Junior Suite
Faces the quiet, pebble-stoned Calle 5 de Mayo and looks out over the ex-convent of Santa Catalina de Siena — built by the same 15th-century engineer who built Santo Domingo. Smaller than the King Suite but with a genuine city view. Walk-in shower, no tub.
King · 24 sqm
King Suite
Bright upper-floor suites with the best address-level views in the house: leafy Labastida park trees out one window, a glimpse of Santo Domingo out another, and the San Felipe mountain as a backdrop. No bathtub, but a proper interior shower and WC. Luis Carbonell interior design.
King · 38 sqm
Large Double
Two separate rooms divided by a connecting door — each with its own Queen bed, work desk, and shower. Effectively functions as interconnected rooms, making this the best option for families, friends traveling together, or anyone who wants a bit of extra space and privacy without booking two separate rooms.
Two Queens · 32 sqm
Loft
Accessed via a hidden staircase — genuinely feels like a private escape from the rest of the property. Four different floor tile types divide the space into distinct zones: a bedroom with Queen bed, a living room with a vintage couch and large desk overlooking a sunny backyard, and a small modern kitchen. The most independent room in the house.
Queen · 37 sqm
Master Suite
The top room in the house. Divided into three sections: a main bedroom, a living room, and a generous bathroom. The bathtub sits openly in one corner of the bathroom — a dramatic polished red concrete basin. Views look out over the leafy Labastida park and the San Felipe mountain. Designed by Luis Carbonell.
King · 37 sqm
Standard
The entry-level room and, at 18 m², the most compact option in the house. That said, it faces the bright inner courtyard — the social core of Grana — and gets good natural light. Comes with all the same toiletries, TV, and safe as the larger rooms. Best value pick if the suites are out of budget.
Queen · 18 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The property has bikes available for guests to borrow free of charge. Good for exploring the historic center or riding out toward nearby artisanal villages.
The rooftop terrace comes alive at sunset with mezcalitas and small botanas (snacks) under string lights. Views of the surrounding mountains and Oaxacan rooftops. Informal, social atmosphere.
The intimate inner courtyard with its antique fountain and cantera stone columns can be used for private gatherings and special events. The property mentions it can accommodate special happenings year-round.
Yoga classes offered on the rooftop terrace several times a week, with views of the Sierra Norte mountains and surrounding Oaxacan rooftops. Schedule varies — confirm at check-in.
Staff provide curated local guides and hands-on help booking tours, dinner reservations, and day trips to artisanal villages in the Oaxacan valley. Bilingual team (Spanish/English).
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available throughout all areas of the property at no charge.
Kitchen is accessible to guests around the clock for coffee, tea, and light refreshments.
Rooftop with mountain views, hammocks, day beds, patio furniture, and string lights. Used for yoga in the morning and happy hour in the evenings.
Open-sky central courtyard with an antique fountain and hammocks strung between cantera stone columns. Garden of local plants and flowers. The social heart of the property.
Pets welcome with an additional fee of MXN 500 (taxes included) per pet per night.
Round-the-clock assistance from bilingual (Spanish/English) staff.
Evening turndown included as part of stay — noted by multiple guests as a thoughtful touch.
Holds the Green Key eco-label from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). Property uses refillable organic toiletries, biodegradable cleaning products, and sources local/organic breakfast ingredients.
No on-site parking — property is on a pedestrian street. Staff can direct guests to a nearby partnered parking garage. Contact hotel in advance.
Shuttle or transport to/from Oaxaca International Airport available on request.
A quiet room with handmade rugs and cushions, used for yoga sessions, reading, and resting. Separate from guest rooms.
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