In the heart of Oaxaca, Happy Express Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a serene garden and cozy coffee shop. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind on the charming terrace near Zocalo Square and Oaxaca Cathedral. Laundry facilities, tour assistance, luggage storage are just some of the perks that guests have appreciated.
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Oaxaca Intl. Airport - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Tacos Roy - 3 min walk
Restaurante Casa Hidalgo - 3 min walk
Carniceria El Torito - 4 min walk
La Terraza del Rey de Oros - 4 min walk
Taquería Chefinita - 3 min walk
About this property
Happy Express Hotel
Happy Express Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Zócalo and Benito Juarez Market. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Offsite parking within 100 ft (MXN 300 per night), from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Street parking available
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fenced yard
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Griddle
Toaster
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Local maps
Fees & policies
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs MXN 300 per night (100 ft away; open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Happy Express Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Happy Express Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Happy Express Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Happy Express Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Happy Express Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Happy Express Hotel and nearby?
Happy Express Hotel has a garden.
Does Happy Express Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around Happy Express Hotel like?
Happy Express Hotel is in Oaxaca Centro, a short 5-minute walk from Zócalo and 15 minutes' walk from Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán.
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Reviews
Happy Express Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The air conditioning worked well in the rooms. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Is good place to stay bery clean and close to all mercados and restaurants
candy
candy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Comfortable stay and nice location.
Tomohide
Tomohide, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Nice and clean close to everything easy walking
Quiet, comfortable bed and pillows
MIRIAM
MIRIAM, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 15, 2025
Excellent location
JORGE
JORGE, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
I found the location to be excellent, everything was very close and within walking distance.
Maria Del Carmen Romero de
Maria Del Carmen Romero de, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Excellent price for close proximity to Zocalo.
Joel
Joel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Great places to stay at clean rooms and close to everything
Miguelina
Miguelina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Perfectly situated for walking tourism in Oaxaca.
philip
philip, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2024
Good clean hotel
Antolin
Antolin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
Comfortable bed, great shower, quiet a/c and great staff! We will stay here next time!
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Is nice and clean
CLAUDIA
CLAUDIA, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2024
Good place and friendly
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Sweet place to stay. Staff very nice and i loved the inner courtyard.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
The housekeeper was very nice and she keep our room always super clean!!
Edgar
Edgar, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 12, 2025
Nice place near the Centro with climatisation and a cute garden. It really isn’t chic or anything like that, but it was perfect for one night stay after a very long plane trip!
Anne-Sophie
Anne-Sophie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2024
The lady at the front desk was really nice and helpful. Also the hotel was really nice and clean plus has ac
Sonia
Sonia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
500 hundred meters (two blocks) away from downtown center! Great to stay for families with children
Cesar
Cesar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Small clean perfect price ,close to all features down town .
Claudio
Claudio, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 10, 2026
You get what you pay for, and that’s not a bad thing. Room and hotel were clean, service was great, location is fantastic. Walls and doors are paper thing, so expect to hear most of what’s happening outside in the patio throughout the day - if you’re a napper, don’t expect much. TV didn’t work but I didn’t bother asking for it to be fixed as I didn’t need it. No safe in the room, which was a little strange. Wifi is not great, but it’s good for basic surfing.
Nice and quiet at night with no issues.
Armand
Armand, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Friendly people
Good air conditioning
Good television,bathroom,
Great outdoor patio
Great and prompt service
Good beds
Judith
Judith, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Staff are friendly, rooms and rooms are very cleaned. A walkable distance to the zocalo
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2024
Staff was excellent. they were willing to help and very hospitalible
Edward
Edward, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
Room was very small. But adaquate for a short stay. Bed was hard as a concrete block. But that's every hotel in Mexico. They like their firm mattresses. Good value for the money. Staff was nice. I'd stay again.
Irvin
Irvin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Loved staying at the Happy Express. The staff was excellent and very helpful and friendly. Rooms are nice and clean and beds are on the harder side which I like. AC works well and you get woken up by a lot of birds that come to the courtyard. We'll be back!
Daniela
Daniela, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2025
This is a great, simple option for travelers. The room was comfortable, had TV and AC, and was clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful, and quick. My only wish would be to have a bedside lamp in the room - the only option was the full overhead or a super dim bulb above the bed not bright enough for anything.