– Region: Oaxaca — Sierra Norte (Santa Catarina Lachatao, Pueblos Mancomunados, 2,100m)
– Elevation: 2100
– GPS Coordinates: 17.204° N, 96.568° W
– Access Difficulty: T2 — 3–4hr hike from Cuajimoloyas on Camino Real trail (or van from Oaxaca)
– Opening Season: Year-round
– Winter Room: – Number of Beds: 15 – Showers: Yes — basic shower
– Drinking Water: Yes — piped (limited) – Meals & food: Full board (family kitchen — Oaxacan food)
– Mobile Signal: No – Payment Methods: Cash — MXN 250–500/night + meals | book via Expediciones Sierra Norte or direct
– Reservation Link: Click here to make a reservation
– Short Description: Lachatao — the most atmospheric Pueblos Mancomunados village. Perched above a valley with 15th-century colonial church. Traditional Zapotec community life. Temazcal (traditional steam bath) experience available. Good birdwatching. The Camino Real between Lachatao and Cuajimoloyas follows an ancient Zapotec trading path used for centuries.
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