Welcome back to Mexzine.
This week, we delve into Mexico’s most architecturally striking private residences. Brutalist concrete monoliths by Ludwig Godefroy, cliff-hanging sanctuaries that hover over the Pacific, and hidden courtyards in Oaxaca.
And the best part? Every single one of these stays comes in at a starting rate of under $1,000 per night.
These properties are not just places to crash. These structures are examples of masterful craftsmanship, and there are truly no limits within design. You can book these beauties through CasitaMX—and no, we don’t get a cent of commission if you reserve one.
- Brandon Berkson, Publisher & Editor
The Best Vacation Rentals Under $1,000 Per Night
Casa Hezbo (Puerto Escondido Collection)
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 Bathrooms // From $350 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
Conceptualized by French architect Ludwig Godefroy, this Brutalist retreat in La Punta integrates concrete structures with tropical greenery and features a private dipping pool. The two-story home features fully enclosed, air-conditioned suites and a central lounge encouraging natural airflow. Guests can gather on the rooftop terrace for evening drinks while watching the sun dip over the nearby Pacific coastline.
La Extraviada (Cliffside Villa in Mazunte)
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 3 beds // 2 Bathrooms // From $600 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Huatulco International Airport (HUX) or Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
Ivan Esqueda Martinez and Gala Sánchez-Renero Labelle of EM Estudio envisioned this cliffside sanctuary cascading down the hillsides directly overlooking Mermejita Beach, so that’s what they designed. Using local materials and floor-to-ceiling openings that catch the sea breezes, the structure reveals its terraced spaces gradually as you descend its steps. The centerpiece is a pavilion that opens to a 45 foot infinity pool, framing unobstructed sunset views over the ocean.
Casa Volta (Designer Home near Casa Wabi on Oaxaca’s cost)
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 Bathrooms // From $300 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
Ambrosi Etchegaray arranged the refuge in a simple line, alternating three open courtyards with three vaulted brick pavilions. Just 300 ft from the ocean, near Casa Wabi, water elements quietly flow through the property, mirroring the surrounding coastal environment. The sleeping quarters are enclosed behind rustic cane-and-wood doors, while the central living area opens entirely to the elements.
Casavo (Brutalist Home in Puerto Escondido)
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 1 Bathroom // From $350 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
This radical Brutalist residence, designed by Ludwig Godefroy, features a conventional inside-out layout, with the open garden serving as the main living room. The intention behind eliminating exterior glass and windows is to strip the architecture back to its raw structural essentials—boundary walls and open mezzanines. The air moves freely through the uninhibited footprint, day and night, offering an unfiltered connection to nature.
Casa del Sapo (Brutalist Home in Playa Zapotengo)
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 Bathrooms // From $350 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Huatulco International Airport (HUX)
Designed by Espacio 18 Arquitectura, this striking concrete residence is positioned on a secluded cliff ledge overlooking Zapotengo Beach and its neighboring lagoon. The home features expansive sliding doors leading to the private infinity pool terrace and engineered angles that direct sea winds through the living spaces while framing the dramatic sea views.
Casona Caimán (Home in La Barra)
16 guests // 5 bedrooms // 8 beds // 6 Bathrooms // From $450 USD/Night
Closest Airport: Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
Situated in the quiet residential neighborhood of La Barra, this spacious estate was constructed by Bloqe Arquitectura, a Mexico City-based architecture studio, using regional Oaxacan coastal materials and an avant-garde aesthetic. The open communal areas wrap around a swimming pool—an ideal setting for large families or groups. All five suites feature dedicated air conditioning, and the home is within easy walking distance of the beach and minutes from La Punta.
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