El Diablo y la Sandía (Boca del Monte)

Oaxaca City


This newer branch of the established B&B El Diablo y la Sandía has eight very white rooms set around a wide terracotta hued courtyard with colorful plants, plus two roof terraces, contemporary-styled solar-heated bathrooms (two rooms share), and slightly more understated Oaxacan artesanías decor than the original Libres branch. But everything is still infused with the same impeccable taste of the owner.

Boca del Monte also offers the same delicious breakfasts, welcoming atmosphere, helpful Oaxaca information and postbreakfast kitchen use as the original branch.


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