Co404 is a beautiful place! I’ve spent over a month here, and it brings together a wonderful community of people from all over the world. There are weekly activities and lovely spaces to focus and work, relax, or spend time together. I’ve made so many wonderful connections during my stay, and the owners are kind and attentive to the community’s needs. I’d definitely recommend staying here if you’re a traveler looking for community and want to experience all the beauty Oaxaca has to offer :)
Absolutely do NOT stay here. The door doesn't work (was locked outside at 2am for 45 minutes), bathrooms are disgusting, volunteers know nothing, volunteers hog all the amenities, loud construction at coworking space, and no staff around.
Can’t say enough good things about this place. The way they foster community and fun here while also providing a space to focus and work is unparalleled. Everyone here extends their stay or comes back, which is a testament to how great this place is. Furthermore, despite being largely outside, I didn’t see a bug during my two week stay. Co404 made my time in Oaxaca and I can’t wait to check out their other locations.
I recommend the dorms. Comfy, reasonably private and dark (but if you're sleeping right next to the door, bring a mask because whenever someone opens the door the light will shine right on you).
Coworking space is decent, large and not so many distractions. Kitchen is well-equipped (and free coffee). Community is always a plus at co404. Stay a week and you're guaranteed to make friends!
I’ve been there twice already and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s well-located, affordable, comfortable, it has excellent wifi, a big kitchen and efficient working spaces. But, the best thing about this place is the community. They put in great effort so that everyone feels welcome and organise activities to encourage connections. I highly recommend this place for solo travellers or people who are working while they’re travelling!
The only regret I have about staying at Co404 Oaxaca is that I wish I could have stayed longer. The hospitality was warm and accommodating. The location couldn't be better. The co-working space allowed me to do my day job in a relaxed yet professional environment. The room was comfortable. The common space was perfect. There were yoga, dance, cooking and exercise classes offered by the staff, guests and volunteers. And the best part was the people I met there. Everyone was super cool. Will be back.
co404 is a very well-designed and well-maintained space. Everything is exceptionally clean, and the layout strikes a nice balance between community and privacy. The large communal table is great for conversations and feels much more natural than many smaller tables, while there’s still enough room to work or relax on your own. I also met some interesting people during my stay.
A few things could be improved. Some kitchen items, especially the pans, could be replaced more regularly. The room also got quite cold at times (in December), which felt a bit disappointing given the price. Additionally, the community felt somewhat homogeneous and a bit disconnected from local life in Oaxaca - more collaboration or interaction with locals could make the experience feel more grounded.
Overall, a solid place with a lot of positives and clear potential.
I had so so much fun living here for 11 days... and am already plotting my return. I arrived after a long stressful travel to 20 amazing people welcoming me into a family dinner, and immediately felt at home. co404 does a great job of creating a homey community and making everyone feel included. If anything, I am hesitant to leave a comment because I want to gatekeep this place so it never changes. Love love love and miss it already. Oaxaca was a dream.
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