Title: Casa Monarca Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2631&destination=Oaxaca%2C+Oaxaca%2C+Mexico&selected=117861791&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Casa Monarca ## Photo gallery for Casa Monarca ![Exterior - Casa Monarca (Oaxaca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117870000/117861800/117861791/e3b10db2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bathroom - Casa Monarca (Oaxaca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117870000/117861800/117861791/95b70289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Casa Monarca (Oaxaca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117870000/117861800/117861791/8bcde342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Casa Monarca (Oaxaca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117870000/117861800/117861791/59aa1810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Casa Monarca (Oaxaca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117870000/117861800/117861791/6d84c314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Zócalo, Casa Monarca has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 5.6 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 2 - Apr 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 3 - Apr 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=117861791&PinnedHotelID=117861791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Basic Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Oaxaca travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oaxaca.dx2631) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C17.06659%2C-96.72992&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=96bapVkTCP-RS2wznvtAN52W6QA=) 111 Niño Artillero Faldas del Fortin, Oaxaca, Oax., 68068 ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view of Auditorio Guelaguetza on a hillside (Fortine Hill) above the city of Oaxaca in Mexico.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6194599/da29be85-ab80-465d-a031-e44ebf5638a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Auditorio Guelaguetza 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Aerial views of the Ex-convent of Santo Domingo in the City of Oaxaca, Mexico, the roofs are reddish and there is an ethnobotanical garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158290/f91dbc10-57a6-4df0-b7cc-2f2f0f42c7e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Oaxaca, Scenic old city streets and colorful colonial buildings in historic city center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295528/81046a39-8b2c-4bb0-8a1d-ad95ba8af32c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zócalo 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Beautiful view of Santo Domingo Old Monastery in Oaxaca, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6299754/3f839893-c268-48c0-a749-24a6e277e4d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oaxaca Cathedral 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Église Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Oaxaca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158282/88ccdfa7-f4ef-4b76-877d-d3f859573d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Oaxaca Intl. (OAX) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Punta Cabras 5 min walk - Oaxaca Brewing Company 5 min walk - Humar 5 min walk - Caracol Púrpura Café 3 min walk - Viajero Oaxaca Rooftop Bar 5 min walk ## About this property ### Casa Monarca Hotel near Zócalo Located close to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Casa Monarca has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 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No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - Virtual front desk ### Accessibility - No lift ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa Monarca pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Casa Monarca? ### What time is check-in at Casa Monarca? ### What time is check-out at Casa Monarca? ### Where is Casa Monarca located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Casa Monarca Reviews 5.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### José Heriberto 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Todo bien La habitación estaba limpia y en orden. Todo bien, de acuerdo a lo que decía la publicación ##### José Heriberto Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ana 11 Jul 2025 Disliked: Amenities Nunca se comunicaron ni mandaron información de la propiedad y tuve que buscar otro lugar donde dormir ##### Ana Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### erika 4 Jul 2025 Disliked: Amenities nunca contestaron, despues de pagar tuve que pagar en ptro lugar otra vez ##### erika Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josue 17 Aug 2025 ##### Josue Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotel Escondido, Puerto Escondido, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Escondido-Hotels-Hotel-Escondido-Adult-Only.h6677682.Hotel-Information) > - [Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kantenah-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Colonial-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2802513.Hotel-Information) > - [Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Royalton-Splash-Riviera-Cancun.h78626183.Hotel-Information) > - 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