The Best Internet in Puerto Escondido
Internet in Puerto Escondido can be unreliable, especially in the rainy season, when storms take down power or a single provider. If you need to work, look for a place with two independent connections. At Casa Leah, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, every suite runs on 850 Mbps fiber with automatic Starlink backup and its own WiFi 6 access point.
What is internet like in Puerto Escondido?
Better than it was a few years ago. There are more options now, with fiber in some neighborhoods and Starlink dishes on a growing number of homes and hotels.
Still, this is a coastal town. Between May and October, storms can knock out power or a line, and when that happens most rentals and hotels simply go dark until service returns. If you have an important call that afternoon, it matters.
So the useful question is not only how fast the connection is. It is what happens when it fails.
What to ask before you book a stay for work
- Is there a second, independent connection, such as Starlink, and does it switch over automatically?
- Does the WiFi reach my room, or is the router at reception?
- Is the advertised speed shared by the whole building or per room?
- Is there backup power for the network?
- Is there a comfortable place to work: a table, air conditioning, quiet?
Casa Leah's network, in plain terms
We did not install a single router and hope for the best. We built the kind of network you would expect in a well-run office, so that a video call never depends on luck.
- 850 Mbps fiber as the primary connection.
- Starlink as backup, with automatic failover: if the fiber drops, the network moves to satellite on its own.
- A multi-WAN router (TP-Link Omada ER7206) managing both lines.
- Four managed PoE switches carrying data and power across the property.
- Nineteen WiFi 6 access points: a TP-Link EAP655 inside each of the fifteen suites, three outdoor EAP610 units for the pools and gardens, and one in the lobby.
- Centralized management, so the network is watched from a single console and problems are caught before you notice them.
What that means for your working day
| What you need | How it works at Casa Leah |
|---|---|
| Zoom, Meet or Teams calls | Stable at any hour, even with the house full |
| Large uploads | 850 Mbps fiber for video, design and code |
| A storm takes the fiber down | Starlink takes over by itself |
| Working outside the suite | Coverage at the pools, the gardens and the lobby |
| Neighbors streaming | Your suite has its own access point, so you are not competing for signal |
Where should digital nomads stay in Puerto Escondido?
Zicatela and Brisas de Zicatela suit most remote workers: coffee, food and the beach are all on foot, and you can close the laptop and be on the sand in a minute. Rinconada works well if you prefer a quieter setting.
In the end the neighborhood matters less than the place itself: a real backup, strong signal in your room, and somewhere comfortable to sit. A good café is fine for an hour. For a week of work, you need a base.
A suite that works as an office
Every suite has a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning and a 55" smart TV. Coffee is whenever you want it, lunch never requires leaving, and the door closes when you need to concentrate.
When it is time for a break, the hammock is waiting. The poolside bar serves coffee and breakfast from 8 to 11.
Housekeeping is daily, and reception is open from 7 am to 11 pm should anything need attention.
Who it is for
For people whose work lives on a connection and whose minds settle best near the sea: digital nomads, remote teams, founders, content creators and video editors. For long stays, and for working retreats that actually get things done.
- The 55" smart TV can serve as a second screen.
- A generous living room and air conditioning for cool, unhurried hours of work.
- A hammock for the breaks you are required to take.
- Reception from 7 am to 11 pm should anything be needed.
When to come to Puerto for remote work
November through April offers settled weather and a livelier social scene. September through November is green and quiet, ideal for deep work, and precisely when a backup connection earns its keep.
For stays of seven nights or more there is a weekly rate, with free cancellation up to ten days before arrival.
Small habits that help
- Keep mobile data as a third fallback; a local SIM can get you through.
- Schedule important calls for the morning, since storms tend to build in the afternoon.
- Bring a spare charger; short power cuts do happen in town.
- Take real breaks. The beach is 47 steps away.
FAQ
Is the internet good in Puerto Escondido?
It has improved, with fiber in some areas and Starlink in many places, but power and service cuts still happen in the rainy season. To work without worry, choose a stay with a backup connection that switches over automatically.
How fast is the internet at Casa Leah?
The primary connection is 850 Mbps fiber, with automatic Starlink backup. Each suite has its own WiFi 6 access point, so you are not sharing a single router with the whole building.
What happens if the internet goes down at Casa Leah?
If the fiber drops, the network fails over to Starlink on its own. You do not need to do anything and your call continues, which is why it holds up well in the rainy season too.
Is Puerto Escondido good for digital nomads?
Yes. There is excellent food, surf, an international community and nonstop flights to the United States. The key is choosing a stay with dependable internet and space to work, not just a bed.
Is there WiFi by the pool at Casa Leah?
Yes. Beyond the access point inside every suite, there is coverage at the pools, gardens and lobby, so you can work outside your room.
Is there a rate for longer stays?
Yes, a weekly rate for seven nights or more, with free cancellation up to ten days before arrival. You will find it when booking at casaleah.co/book.
