Hotel Review: Grana B&B

For a hotel that is consistently listed as a recommended place to stay in Oaxaca City, Grana B&B feels like a hidden gem. From the outside, you wouldn’t even know it was there. A nondescript door with a small sign is the only indication of the hotel. But while it looks modest from the outside, stepping inside transports you into the very essence of Oaxaca. This hotel doesn’t skimp on the details that take a stay from ordinary to extraordinary. Keep reading to learn more.

Check-in – ★★★★☆

Staff during check-in were polite and efficient. Our questions were answered and the staff were very flexible with accommodating our requests. It gave me the impression that no request would be too big or too small. We were shown around the main areas of the hotel and given 2 free drink tickets to enjoy during our stay.

Prior to check-in the hotel was very responsive to email and even provided a detailed list of their top recommendations for what to do and where to eat within the city. It proved to be highly useful as we visited a few of their recommendations and were not disappointed!

Location – ★★★★★

The location of this hotel can not be beat. Located in the heart of Centro, you are never more than a 10 minute walk from all of the main attractions. A 3 minute walk gets you to Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Museum of Cultures of Oaxaca, Santo Domingo, Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca and Museo De La Filatelia MUFI. Within a 10 minute walk, you can be at the zocalo, Museo Textil de Oaxaca, Callejón San Pablo, Mercado Benito Juárez and Mercado 20 de Noviembre. There is an incredible selection of restaurants, bars and cafes within a short walking distance of the hotel as well. Because you are in the centre of town, the area does feel fairly safe. You truly cannot pick a better location in the City of Oaxaca.

Rooms – ★★★★☆

There are many different rooms to choose from at Grana B&B. We booked a Junior Suite for 2 nights. The Junior Suites look out onto the street 5 de Mayo. It is my understanding that all rooms will also have windows looking out into the inner courtyard as well. The rooms looking out onto the street can be a bit noisy, however, the hotel provides complimentary ear plugs.

The room itself was beautifully designed and decorated, incorporating many personal touches that you don’t normally see in other hotel rooms. For example, they provide hats and straw bags to use while exploring the streets of Oaxaca. Our room was quite large with lots of space and a comfortable king sized bed. The bathroom was a good size as well and had a walk-in shower and a storage area that included shelving, hangers and the safe. The hotel provides fresh water daily, but coffee and tea are served in the kitchen. Other room amenities included bathrobes, slippers, air conditioning, high quality toiletries, TV and desk workstation. Clearly a lot of thought has been put into these rooms as the hotel cares deeply about the guest experience.

Quality of Sleep – ★★★★☆

The bed struck that just-right balance, slightly firm, yet inviting, with crisp, high-quality linens and soft pillows that made it easy to settle in for the night. As I am a very light sleeper, the main issue I had was noise. There was a lot of noise coming from the street that made it hard to fall asleep. Because the doors and windows facing the inner courtyard aren’t fully sealed, noise from returning guests carries easily into the room. Luckily the guests we had at the time of our stay were mostly quiet and respectful, so this didn’t prove to be too much of an issue. While we were on the main floor, there was no sound transfer from the adjoining room or the room above. Next time I stay here, I will opt for an inner room that does not have a window facing the street for a more quiet experience.

Service – ★★★★☆

The customer service here is friendly, courteous and they’re happy to help with any request. On the day of our check-out we had a full-day tour from 6am-6pm, which meant we needed to leave our luggage behind for the entire day. The staff gladly took our bags and made it seem like it was no trouble at all, which we really appreciated.

Food / Drink Quality: ★★★★★

The breakfast served at Grana B&B was absolutely divine. Your order is taken the night before and they have a menu of regular items with a special that changes daily. I wish I had stayed longer just to be able to try everything on the menu as it all looked so tempting. Breakfast is served in the courtyard with fresh juices and fruit.

Learn more about Grana B&B through their google reviews and website.