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El arca

2.5 star property
Hostal with 15 outdoor swimming pools, 4-minute walk to Zicatela Beach

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Front of property
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Explore the area

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Michoacán, 48, Puerto Escondido, OAX, 70934
  • Place, Zicatela Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Zicatela
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Zicatela Market
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Single Room, Pool View

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
2 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Puerto Escondido

At El arca you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Zicatela Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Zicatela Market. Highlights at this hostal include 15 outdoor swimming pools and 20 coffee shops/cafes. .This pet-friendly hostal offers free WiFi in public areas. Other amenities include a children's swimming pool and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Puerto Escondido hostal include Punta Zicatela and Carrizalillo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Zicatela Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Punta Zicatela - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Zicatela Market - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Commercial Walkway - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Carrizalillo Beach - 13 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atarraya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chicama - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malagua - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sommo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thai Garden - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El arca

Hostal with 15 outdoor swimming pools, 4-minute walk to Zicatela Beach
The 20 coffee shops/cafes are great spots to grab coffee. Public spaces have free WiFi. El arca offers its guests 15 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool.
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 20 coffee shops
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
El arca offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: MXN 150 to 250 for adults and MXN 100 to 200 for children
  • 20 coffee shops/cafes
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • 15 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily) (for a fee)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 27 February 2026 to 31 December 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately MXN 150 to 250 for adults and MXN 100 to 200 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts cash.

Property Registration Number 125478

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El arca ?

Yep, El arca is a short 4-minute walk from Zicatela Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at El arca ?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El arca on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$80.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El arca have a pool?

El arca has 15 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does El arca serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El arca ?

No, El arca does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El arca ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

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