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The 10 Best Hostels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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This accommodation is a 5-minute walk from the beach. This hostel is a 10-minute walk from the beach. In addition, Alme Hostel offers free Wi-Fi in all areas and is located 5 minutes' walk from Playa del Carmen's main square and 200 meters from a bus stop.

I Really liked this hotel! The staff was so nice! It was spacious and clean. My bed was very comfortable and had what I needed (sockets etc). The showers were kept clean and were also spacious. The kitchen area was nice and the big room had lalot of comfortable seating and desk areas if you needed to work. The internet was outstanding. The staff was very attentive. Also they had an early morning guy that was super on top of things and unlocked the doors to let me go to a very early meetup. He was very nice.

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8.1
Very good
227 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Located in the city center, it features a large 24-hour reception ready for your arrival. Hostel Che Playa Hostel & Bar Adults Onlyhas 10 bedrooms with A/C, Wi-Fi and lockers as well as a modern, fully equipped kitchen and all the facilities that make a difference.The dormitory rooms offer air conditioning, linen and fan. The shared bathrooms also come with a bath or shower. At Hostel Che you will find a 24-hour front desk, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge and luggage storage.

Amazing hostal! Thank you to Wanda, you're a lovely person ❤️

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8.1
Very good
950 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Sayab is situated in Playa del Carmen, 200 metres from 28 de Julio Square and 400 metres from ADO International Bus Station. The hostel has a barbecue and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a drink at the snack bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Centrally located, the staff was excellent and easy to talk to.

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8.8
Fabulous
12 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Conveniently set in the centre of Playa del Carmen, Wabi Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. The hostel features family rooms.

Roof terrace was excellent, also location very convenient.

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7.3
Good
1,818 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Ideally located in Playa del Carmen, Reina Roja Hostal offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Situated conveniently in the Centro district, this hostel provides a terrace, as well as an indoor pool. Private parking is available on site.

I liked the location, it is near 5th avenue and so many restaurant and markets, also the wifi connection it is good, the AC inside the room is perfect

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6.6
Review score
196 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

The units in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. Red Panda Hostal offers some rooms that have pool views, and the rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower. All rooms feature bed linen.

Popular points of interest near Red Panda Hostal include Playacar Beach, ADO International Bus Station and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 34 km from the hostel.

I stayed in a private room. The room is spacious, well equipped and very clean. Swimming pool and common area was also very good and clean.

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7.9
Good
356 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated conveniently in the centre of Playa del Carmen, Grand Hostal Playa offers free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set less than 1 km from Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, 3 km from Church of Guadalupe and 47 km from Xel Ha. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

At the hostel, all rooms come with a balcony with pool view. The units feature bed linen.

Nice quiet room,,perfect temperture,,for sleeping,,,sraff great and friendly,,,,pool ,lounge chairs , ,few mins from ocean,,and 5th ave ,good kitchen plenty space to cook,and utilities,,cant beat price as well,,,

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7.4
Good
206 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Ideally set in Playa del Carmen, We playa Hotel-Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 700 metres from Playa del Carmen Beach and 1.3 km from Playacar Beach, the property provides a terrace and a bar. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Cleanliness. I liked playing pool. Roommates were friendly and had the same sleeping schedule. Breakfast was decent and reasonably priced.

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6.9
Review score
360 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

3B | Boutique Hostel

A place where digital nomads can find a haven. We are the perfect combination between style, design, location and hospitality. If you are looking for a different place in Playa del Carmen, this is it.

Great staff, location, morning coffee and pool area :)

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7.4
Good
963 reviews
Price from
£19
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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  • Avg. price/night: £75.16
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,455 reviews
    Great Location between 5th & 10th Avenue. Despite being in the heart of town the sound proofing was incredible! The room was beautiful and very comfortable. The staff were just great, super friendly, we will definitely book again later this year.
    ErwinEwers
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £53.36
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 690 reviews
    Great location and everything needed for a longer stay. I felt very comfortable and safe staying here.
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £113.05
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 385 reviews
    Great location close to the town and beaches but very private, safe and comfortable
    Kathryn
    People with friends
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,024 reviews
    It's very central, right off 5th Avenue so close to shops restaurants and the beach. It's basic and clean and ok for the price. Breakfast included is a bonus. I choose here as a cheap stayover when I arrive too late for the last ferry to Cozumel.
    Christina
    Family with young children
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 312 reviews
    Great location literally a minutes walk away from the quiet end of 5th Avenue and Playa 88 (lovely quiet beach) friendly staff, decent breakfast and lunch included in the price at a restaurant across the road, room includes air con and safety deposit box.
    SUSAN
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.29
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 86 reviews
    Perfect house for a family on a budget as house needs a bit of updating very good for safety. Very Secure gated community. Very easy to communicate with the host. You need a car. We absolutely loved Playa del Carmen great small town with a beach, loads of entertainment cenotes nearby. Xcaret Park. 5th Ave. Loads of perfect places to eat. El Fuego restaurant in Playa Del Carmen unbelievably good and cheap. You might need to que for 15 min or so before getting a table but really worth it.
    Aina
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £71.59
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 26 reviews
    The staff the responses to my request were attended to straight away and this made my stay very relaxed and enjoyable. The place is a budget hotel but that said it is run with a family vibe with a professional tenacity. The food is great. The place is secure and safe. Its right next to the beach which can smell and hear. For me I like 5 star but these places have a soul and you feel like a local. Something unique that a 5 star hotel doesn't have
    Steve
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £39.63
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 595 reviews
    Nothing, I would not recommend anyone to stay here. The facilities are awful. It's like a cheap hostel for x5 the price
    Nicolas Recalde
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £74.07
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 950 reviews
    hostel is in a good location, close to the beach and also got some nice restaurants nearby. if you’re a solo Traveller it’s great, Che is always offering tours or other activities so it’s easy to meet new people. also the staff is very friendly. especially Noe has helped me out a lot :-)
    A
    Anna
    Solo traveller
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 15 reviews
    Beautiful and spacey appartment - two big bedrooms, nice big living area and kitchen. The pool upstairs is nice. we used the extra bed in the living room which was really comfortable for a sofabed. good communication with vacasa. Great location in a safe and quiet area just a few blocks from tourist centro Next door is one of the best breakfast places ever
    Lykke
    Solo traveller

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