Despite not being as common as in Europe, there are more and more hostels in Mexico, some with incredible services, good atmosphere, cleanliness and great quality. Here I present the list with the most recommended hostels in Mexico.
Travel tip. If you want to know what it’s like to stay in a hostel here you can see a video.
The Yak Lake House
I’ll start with one of my favorites, not only from Mexico but from around the world. And this hostel meets the highest quality standards. It is an alternative in Bacalar just 22 kilometers from Chetumal in the state of Quintana Roo. It has private and shared rooms, common areas such as kitchen, living room and without a doubt, the star place is its terrace overlooking the lagoon of the 7 colors of Bacalar. Travelers prefer it for its location, cleanliness and good atmosphere. More information and reservation here.
And if what you are looking for is more information to visit this magical town, Click here to consult the complete guide to visiting Bacalar.
Experience: I would stay here many times again!
A29 in Guanajuato
Located in the heart of Guanajuato, a 3-minute walk from the Juárez Theater and the Jardín de la Unión, this hostel takes the concept of “feeling at home” to another level. It is managed by a young couple who breaks the hostel concept in many ways but to give you much more. They have never stayed in a hostel, so their concept was to give A29 what they would like to receive on a trip: breakfast without schedules, towel and lock included, a lot of cleanliness in all areas and a very good atmosphere. Their prices start at 200 pesos per night, there are private and shared rooms and the best: it has a terrace overlooking the Pipila. For more information and to reserve click here.
Experience: I would stay here many times again!
Hostel Casa Pepe
Despite being one of the cheapest capitals in the world to visit, traveling to Mexico City can be more expensive than other places in the country. Therefore, finding a good hostel can be key. Casa Pepe has a privileged location in the city center, 3 minutes from the Zócalo and 5 minutes from the cathedral. This is a modern hostel highly rated by travelers for its good service, excellent location, cleanliness and very comfortable beds. There are beds from 280 Mexican pesos. More information and reservation here.
Hostel One Love
Just two minutes from the beach in Puerto Escondido, this hostel has a rustic but stylish feel. It is one of the favorites of travelers due to its location, cleanliness and decoration. It has private and shared rooms. AND You can see more information and book here.
The Catrina Hostel in San Miguel de Allende
For beds from 150 pesos per night with breakfast included, I wouldn’t say anything but about this accommodation. The rooms are clean, the breakfast is good and with the possibility of completing it with some dishes for an extra cost, very affordable, it has a terrace and seating area in the patio, and the staff is very friendly. It has private and shared rooms and is a 5-minute walk from the center of San Miguel de Allende and just a few steps from the Craft Market. More information and reservation here.
The Mermaid Hostel BEACH
Continuing with good beach hostels The Mermaid Hostel BEACH is located in the popular city of Cancun. It is one minute from the beach and has hammocks and sea views, which has made it a favorite among travelers. More information and reservation here.
Stay Chapultepec in Guadalajara
A hostel in the heart of Guadalajara, minutes from the Cathedral and Hospicio Cabañas. Travelers value it highly for its location. If you like More information and book click here.
Troncones Point Hostel
One minute from Troncones beach in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. Its location, cleanliness and services make it one of the favorite hostels in the country. It has private and shared rooms. You can find more information about this hostel here.
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Hostal La Isla
An excellent alternative in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas. A hostel with a terrace and mountain views. More information about the hostel here.
Hostal Amorcito Corazón
An option in Tulum with a privileged location: less than 4 kilometers from the archaeological site of Tulum and the beach and only 100 meters from the bus station. It has private and shared rooms, and common areas including a terrace with a pool. Among the points to improve is that the internet does not reach all rooms (but it does reach the common areas) and the consumption of alcohol is prohibited; Two points not to stop you from staying here but to consider them. More information and reservation here.
It is an excellent option if you are looking for something in the center, but if you want to stay on the beach here I leave you more alternatives. where to stay in Tulum.
Experience: Good experience, but I would review other options
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Beds Friends Hostel, Food & Music
An alternative to relax in Cozumel. The establishment offers many activities, something that travelers really like and which is why it is one of the favorites. More photos and information to book here.
Bajas Cactus Hostel
If you thought it was impossible to find good, cheap accommodation in Los Cabos, you have to check out the Bajas Cactus Hostel. Located 12 minutes from the beach, it is in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. According to travelers, it is their favorite in the city for its good atmosphere and excellent prices. More information and reservation here.
Hostel Cancun Natura
A second alternative in Cancun, right in the hotel zone and just 6 minutes from the beach. Therefore, just a few steps away you will have restaurants, bars and many entertainment options. Its privileged location makes it very popular, so it is advisable to book in advance. More information and reservation click here.
Hostal Montalvo
An alternative in the heart of San Luis Potosí, a few steps from the Plaza de Armas and in the historic center. Travelers recommend it for the location and good service of the staff. More photos and information on their Facebook page.
El Petate Hostel
An alternative in the center of Querétaro with private and shared rooms. The location, the comfort of its rooms and the attention of the staff are the three characteristics most valued by travelers. More information and reservation here.
Gente de Más Hostel
It has a privileged location, right in the center of the city of Puebla. Travelers highly value the originality of its decoration. . More information and reservation here.
San Ildefonso House
And for those looking for good and cheap accommodation in Mexico City, there is Casa San Ildefonso, located right in front of the museum of the same name, in the heart of the historic center of the city. Travelers recommend it as “nice, quiet and safe.” More information here.
Mayan Monkey Hostel Cabo in Los Cabos
Although Los Cabos is home to some of the most expensive hotels in Mexico, there are also good hostel options. From 220 MXN (12 USD), you can find a bed in the Mayan Monkey Hostel Cabo, located in the marina of Cabo San Lucas. It offers shared and private rooms and has a swimming pool. More information and reservation here.
Ikali in Monterey
Ratings above 9 make this hostel worthy of appearing on the list, in addition to a very good location (right in the Old Town a few steps from the Macroplaza) and cleanliness. However, in my experience it has a big point to improve and that is the training of the staff and the limited hours of the reception (don’t even think about arriving before 10 am). But why am I adding it to the list if my experience wasn’t the best? Because apart from those details, the hostel is good and above all it is one of the few alternatives that we can find in the city of Monterrey, so if your budget is economical, consider it. More information here.
Extra option. Nomads Hostel
Are you traveling to Merida? You are lucky because you will find a good alternative. This is the Nómadas Hostel, located just 5 blocks from the main square of the city. It has undoubtedly become one of the highlights for having one of the best pools when we talk about hostels, so if this is a priority for you, this is your hostel. However, the rest of its services are quite memorable, from the shared rooms that have a fairly old real estate, to the breakfast that is far from being one of the best.
Even so, travelers prefer it for its good atmosphere and its many free activities, such as yoga or cooking classes. More information and reservation here.
Experience: I would look for other options.
Hostel search engine by location
Above we have presented our selection of favorites, but many more states have very good hostels and on the map below you can find the best ones. Click on the one you are interested in to see photos and more information.
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How do I select hostels?
In addition to choosing hostels based on my experience, at we manually review the most recommended and best rated hostels on major websites such as Booking, HostelBookers and also Facebook. This way, you don’t waste time comparing, we tell you which ones are best located, with better cleanliness and safety rates. No hostel has paid to be on the list nor have they given me discounts or free nights for including it. This is how I ensure experiences are real.
Why aren’t they the cheapest in each city?
I seek to offer the best quality-price ratio, and in many cases the cheapest is not. There are hostels that at first glance may seem more expensive, but in reality you will end up paying less because they come with more services included, such as: towels, lock, luggage storage, breakfast, bottle of water…
You also have to consider that we take the location of the accommodation into account, since this will allow you to save a lot of money on transportation (if you stay near the train station or the main attractions of the city you can often walk) and you will optimize your time.
What is it like to stay in a hostel?
If you have doubts about whether staying in a hostel may be unsafe or you have no idea what to expect, here is everything you need to know. about hostels in Mexico.
Are any missing?
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