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The 10 Best Hostels in Cancún, Mexico

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Conveniently situated in the centre of Cancún, Naranjo Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.2 km from Puerto Juarez Beach, 3.3 km from Beto Avila Stadium and 12 km from Cancun Underwater Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests.

The hostel is looked after by a lady and her son, both of whom are warm and welcoming. They gave me towels for the shower and were accomodating with my needs ; the place was clean and cozy and the beds confortable enough and they provide fitered water. Located in a good neighborhood I arrived at midnight and felt safe. The Bus terminal is close-by which makes it easy to travel. For the price and the last minute availability I have to say it was over my expectations - I recommend this place.

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9.4
Superb
47 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Situated in Cancún, 200 metres from Playa Chac Mool, Mayan Monkey Cancun features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Everything was great! Location was perfect near Chacmool beach and some best restaurants in town. Room was clean with good lighting. Bed and pillow were very comfortable. And they had different activities at lounge every day!

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8.5
Very good
5,893 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Our Hostel offers an innovative design, affordable and flexible accommodations with an outstanding cleanliness! All our rooms come with comfy wooden beds, air condition and includes free WíFi. Our dorm bunk beds are equipped with privacy curtains, plugs and reading lamps, en-suite bathroom, private shower, toilet facilities and lockers for your belongings.

amazing staff, clean rooms, nice rooftop with swimming pool

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8.3
Very good
2,670 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Xtabentun Hostal is in a prime location in Cancún, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 11 km from Cancun Underwater Museum, 14 km from La Isla Shopping Mall and 11 km from Cancun Convention Center. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Cancun Bus Station.

You can play darts at the hostel.

The ladies @the reception,they're all doing a great job !

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8.1
Very good
368 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Cancún, The Boat House Cancun offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from Cancun Government Palace.

At the hostel all rooms have bed linen and towels.

Loved the stay. Felt welcome as soon as I arrived. Walk to central Cancun in 5 minutes, and catch the r2 to the beach around the corner. Very laid back family vibe. Share smiles and chats over a delicious pancake breakfast! Thanks for a great stay :)

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8
Very good
304 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Ideally set in the centre of Cancún, Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities are a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

Very good hosteland safe too. Clean rooms with good bed. Kitchen and roof top area is very good. I cooked my vegan for the entire 10 days. For travel and other amenities it's very near. Soriano, oxxo, 7-eleven, Mexican food, ado bus stop, R1 bus stop, playa express bus stop...everything is in 300 metro distance. Worth for the money. Good socializing experience with lot of back packers, long time traveller's

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8.2
Very good
450 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Attractively located in Cancún, Venado 28 features air-conditioned rooms, a garden and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.4 km from Cristo Rey Church, 1.2 km from Cancun Culture Center and 1.1 km from Parque las Palapas. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

At the hostel, rooms include a patio. Venado 28 offers some rooms with pool views, and rooms come with a terrace. The rooms have bed linen.

The space was large with a pool and kitchen, had comfy hammocks to chill out in on the patio, close to some great shopping near mercado 28. Chill vibes. Bed was comfy with privacy curtains. I loved that they had lockers to put your stuff when you are walking around town.

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7.9
Good
341 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Boasting a garden and a terrace, Xungla Cancún is ideally situated in the centre of Cancún, 1.1 km from Beto Avila Stadium. The property is around 10 km from Cancun Underwater Museum, 14 km from La Isla Shopping Mall and 10 km from Cancun Convention Center. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Cancun Government Palace, Cancun Bus Station and Cristo Rey Church. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 17 km from Xungla Cancún.

Friendly staff and good vibes. I will stay again while I return

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7.8
Good
224 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Well located in Cancún, La Luz Hostal Cancun provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 10 km from Cancun Underwater Museum, 14 km from La Isla Shopping Mall and 1.2 km from Cristo Rey Church. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

At the hostel, each room has a patio. Guest rooms at La Luz Hostal Cancun are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

I was able to socialize with other guests. it was a fun experience as a solo traveler. I met someone from Europe.

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7.1
Good
665 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated in Cancún, less than 1 km from Mujeres Beach, Punta Sam features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is around 9.3 km from Cancun Bus Station, 11 km from Cancun Government Palace and 12 km from Beto Avila Stadium. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available.

Cancun Underwater Museum is 20 km from the hostel, while La Isla Shopping Mall is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 27 km from Punta Sam.

walking distance to ferry to Isla Mujures

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7.3
Good
624 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Nomads Hotel, Hostel & Rooftop Pool Cancun
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,670 reviews

    Welcome to Nomads Experience a beautiful city property which features a rooftop pool with a huge Bar, a cozy hangout area where you can enjoy the sunset surrounded by people from all over the world...

    amazing hostal. amazing location, people and clean!!

  • Xtabentun Hostal
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 368 reviews

    Xtabentun Hostal is in a prime location in Cancún, and features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a bar.

    Loved the pool and lounge area!! Perfect place to relax!

  • Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 450 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Cancún, Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

    Perfect location, very friendly and helpful staff, nice and tidy rooms

  • Departamento zona centro y turistica de Cancún 02B

    Well located in Cancún, Departamento zona centro y turistica de Cancún 02B provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden and free WiFi.

  • Punta Sam
    Budget options available
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 624 reviews

    Situated in Cancún, less than 1 km from Mujeres Beach, Punta Sam features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    It's close to the beach, The staff were helpful

  • Large Penthouse on Lagoon, fantastic views, across from beach
    4.3
    Scored 4.3
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Cancún, 200 metres from Tortuga Beach, Large Penthouse on Lagoon, fantastic views, across from beach provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and...

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Cancún

  • Naranjo Hostel
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Cancún, Naranjo Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Excelente ambiente, muy buena energía de la gente y atención

  • Mayan Monkey Cancun
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,893 reviews

    Situated in Cancún, 200 metres from Playa Chac Mool, Mayan Monkey Cancun features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    such good breakfast, nice environment, super clean

  • The Boat House Cancun
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 304 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Cancún, The Boat House Cancun offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Staff very nice Good location and very save area 👍

  • Venado 28
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 341 reviews

    Attractively located in Cancún, Venado 28 features air-conditioned rooms, a garden and free WiFi.

    Coin cuisine sympa pour se poser, avec des hamacs.

  • Xungla Cancún
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 224 reviews

    Boasting a garden and a terrace, Xungla Cancún is ideally situated in the centre of Cancún, 1.1 km from Beto Avila Stadium.

    Location is good. Some of the receptionists were nice and friendly

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Hostels that guests love in Cancún

  • Avg. price/night: £137.59
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,277 reviews
    Great location if you want to be next to the airport. The property is closed so your car (if you rent) remains in a safe place. They open every time you need to go out or come back. The place is quiet and the garden with the pool is very welcoming.
    Dam0207
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.41
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,670 reviews
    Really well run hostel. Located close to ADO bus station in downtown Cancun. Dormitory rooms are well organised for individual privacy. Cool rooftop bar area, pool and early morning yoga.
    Richard
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £73.41
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,670 reviews
    It's the best hostel I've ever been to! The rooms are very tidy and always clean, in the kitchen you have everything you need to cook and the staff is super friendly. There is breakfast, the supermarket is not far away as is the bus stop from which you can go to wonderful beaches. I met a lot of new friends here and had the best parties during Spring Break. I can only recommend everyone to come here!
    Jessy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £73.41
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,670 reviews
    Great location and clean and modern felt very safe and good communal kitchen area.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £85.61
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,908 reviews
    Social aspect was amazing. Rooftop bar and regular activities allow you to easily meet new people and have a great time. Walking tour with Carlos, hostel beach days and beach parties at Coco Bongo were some of the cool things we did. Also very spacious and comfortable, which made the experience even better. Easily one of the best hostels I've stayed at and would 100% recommend.
    Sean
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.43
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 423 reviews
    If you are a budget traveller like me or you are looking for best hostel experience with the best host, this is the place. Robert and Moshai, both the guys are amazing 👍
    Rahim
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £231.39
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,893 reviews
    nice vibe, easy to meet new people. feels safe and comfortable! one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at.
    Ellen
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £66.26
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,640 reviews
    We were only Here for 1 night due to a late arrival in Cancun. Our next stop was Valladolid. This hostel was a perfect little oasis before carrying on. Walking distance to market in the morning and ADO bus stop. Really good (and cheap) food on the same street as property. Quiet, beautiful pool, very friendly staff and felt very safe.
    Morgan
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 88 reviews
    great location - close to the beach and easy to reach other parts of the city (we travelled by bus because of big size of the family - fast, cheap and safe)
    Alexey
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £73.41
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,670 reviews
    Definitely the best Hostel in Cancun if you’re traveling as a solo traveller. Great location and facilities! Everyone was super nice - especially Ana Paula who is awesome and always took us around to the beach to have a good time!
    Nico
    Solo traveller

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