Hacienda Los Laureles Spa, OaxacaHacienda Los Laureles Spa in Oaxaca, Mexico has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 11 hotels we score in Oaxaca. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Google 3.8. Rooms from about $237 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hacienda Los Laureles Spa is a five-star boutique hotel set within a renovated 18th-century estate. It is situated in an upscale residential neighbourhood of Oaxaca City, surrounded by gardens containing mango and cypress trees. The property suits travellers seeking quiet, offering a heated outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, and full spa services. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurants or enjoy the sun terrace. Rooms feature traditional elements such as exposed beams and include air conditioning and minibars. While the setting is peaceful, the hotel is located a short distance away from the main city centre.What stands out

Heated outdoor swimming pool

On-site spa and massage services

Traditional 18th-century architecture

Pet friendly accommodation

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Located away from the city centre

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