Nice hostels in Cancun
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Guest favorite
Mayan Monkey Cancun - Social Hotel (Adults Only)
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
The Mandala Beach Club is fairly close to this hostel, while Cancun airport is 25 km away. The Cancun hostel is situated just 5 minutes' walk from The City, 4.2 km from such business sites as the Scenic Tower Cancun.
Families can have quality time by visiting the Interactive Aquarium Cancun, which is 2.7 km away.
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
The Mandala Beach Club is fairly close to this hostel, while Cancun airport is 25 km away. The Cancun hostel is situated just 5 minutes' walk from The City, 4.2 km from such business sites as the Scenic Tower Cancun.
Families can have quality time by visiting the Interactive Aquarium Cancun, which is 2.7 km away.
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
- Bar/ Lounge area
The Ceviche Square is a few moments from this hostel, while Isla Mujeres airport is 20 km away. The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market can be reached only 1.6 km from the Cancun hostel.
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving hostel invites sports fans to visit the Beto Avila Stadium, which is 20 minutes' stroll away.
Some of the private bathrooms also include a shower and a toilet, along with comforts like hairdryers and towels.
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
- Bar/ Lounge area
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving
The Ceviche Square is a few moments from this hostel, while Isla Mujeres airport is 20 km away. The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market can be reached only 1.6 km from the Cancun hostel.
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving hostel invites sports fans to visit the Beto Avila Stadium, which is 20 minutes' stroll away.
Some of the private bathrooms also include a shower and a toilet, along with comforts like hairdryers and towels.
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Top location
The Boat House Cancun
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located approximately a 25-minute walk from the Urbano Kabah Park, this hostel is also in a popular area of Cancun. The Boat House Cancun hostel is in the vicinity of the Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market.
The Cancun accommodation boasts location only 600 m from the paved Las Palapas City Park.
The Boat House Cancun
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Boat House Cancun
Located approximately a 25-minute walk from the Urbano Kabah Park, this hostel is also in a popular area of Cancun. The Boat House Cancun hostel is in the vicinity of the Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market.
The Cancun accommodation boasts location only 600 m from the paved Las Palapas City Park.
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market is within reach of this hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Ceviche Square, which is 750 metres away. The architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church is also situated 7 minutes' walk away.
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool is located within a 700-metre distance of the paved Las Palapas City Park.
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool
The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market is within reach of this hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the Ceviche Square, which is 750 metres away. The architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church is also situated 7 minutes' walk away.
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool is located within a 700-metre distance of the paved Las Palapas City Park.
Naranjo Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Found approximately a 10-minute ride from the Urbano Kabah Park, the Cancun hostel is only 1.1 km from worship locations like the architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church. The hostel is situated nearly 25 minutes on foot from Puerto Cancun Marina Town Center.
The accommodation is conveniently located within reach of the Tulum Avenue.
Naranjo Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Naranjo Hostel
Found approximately a 10-minute ride from the Urbano Kabah Park, the Cancun hostel is only 1.1 km from worship locations like the architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church. The hostel is situated nearly 25 minutes on foot from Puerto Cancun Marina Town Center.
The accommodation is conveniently located within reach of the Tulum Avenue.
Nomads Hotel & Rooftop Pool Cancun
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
Guests of the hostel can discover the Tulum Avenue, located a mere 1.2 km away, or visit sports venues like the Beto Avila Stadium, which is 3 km away. There is the Arrecifes within 25 minutes' walk of this Cancun hostel.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church, situated a short way from the Cancun accommodation.
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
Guests of the hostel can discover the Tulum Avenue, located a mere 1.2 km away, or visit sports venues like the Beto Avila Stadium, which is 3 km away. There is the Arrecifes within 25 minutes' walk of this Cancun hostel.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the architecturally significant Cristo Rey Church, situated a short way from the Cancun accommodation.
Ahava Hostal Boutique
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market is 1.8 km from the hostel, while Andres Quintana Roo Olympic Stadium is about 25 minutes' walk away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that this Cancun hostel is 4.8 km from Playa Langosta Public Beach.
The Beto Avila Stadium is around a 20-minute walk from the Cancun accommodation.
Ahava Hostal Boutique
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Ahava Hostal Boutique
The Long-running Mercado 28 Flea Market is 1.8 km from the hostel, while Andres Quintana Roo Olympic Stadium is about 25 minutes' walk away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that this Cancun hostel is 4.8 km from Playa Langosta Public Beach.
The Beto Avila Stadium is around a 20-minute walk from the Cancun accommodation.
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Great deal
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Private beach
Rancho House
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
Rancho House
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
Rancho House
Hostel Humanity - Puerto Morelos
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hotel is located approximately a 5-minute walk from Palacio Municipal de Puerto Morelos and not far from the Sanctuary of Hope. Also, Humanity - Puerto Morelos hostel is 2.9 km from such natural sights as the Beach Club.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the Parish of San José Obrero, situated around 10 minutes' drive from the Puerto Morelos hostel.
Hostel Humanity - Puerto Morelos
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hostel Humanity - Puerto Morelos
The hotel is located approximately a 5-minute walk from Palacio Municipal de Puerto Morelos and not far from the Sanctuary of Hope. Also, Humanity - Puerto Morelos hostel is 2.9 km from such natural sights as the Beach Club.
Among the notable religious landmarks close by is the Parish of San José Obrero, situated around 10 minutes' drive from the Puerto Morelos hostel.
Casa Universo Holbox
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Guests may find Holbox Beach located just 0.8 km from this hostel, while the Balam Art On Feathers is about 200 metres away. Also, the Isla Holbox hostel is 2.1 km from such natural sights as the great sunset Punta Cocos Beach.
Casa Universo Holbox hostel is situated 2.2 km from the Punta Coco Beach and in the immediate vicinity of the Holbox Island.
Casa Universo Holbox
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Casa Universo Holbox
Guests may find Holbox Beach located just 0.8 km from this hostel, while the Balam Art On Feathers is about 200 metres away. Also, the Isla Holbox hostel is 2.1 km from such natural sights as the great sunset Punta Cocos Beach.
Casa Universo Holbox hostel is situated 2.2 km from the Punta Coco Beach and in the immediate vicinity of the Holbox Island.
Kin Hostal And Camping
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Kin Hostal And Camping
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Kin Hostal And Camping
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Beach access
Barco Verde Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
The Punta Mosquito is merely 1.1 km from this Isla Holbox hostel, while Passion Island is 2.5 km away. In addition, the Balam Art On Feathers is located 400 metres away.
In proximity to Barco Verde hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the great sunset Punta Cocos Beach, which is 2.9 km away.
Barco Verde Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
Barco Verde Hostel
The Punta Mosquito is merely 1.1 km from this Isla Holbox hostel, while Passion Island is 2.5 km away. In addition, the Balam Art On Feathers is located 400 metres away.
In proximity to Barco Verde hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the great sunset Punta Cocos Beach, which is 2.9 km away.
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Beach access
Tribu Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel is also located 2.2 km from the Punta Coco Beach.
This Isla Holbox hostel is only 150 metres from the Holbox Refuge and steps away from Holbox Beach.
Tribu Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Tribu Hostel
The hostel is also located 2.2 km from the Punta Coco Beach.
This Isla Holbox hostel is only 150 metres from the Holbox Refuge and steps away from Holbox Beach.
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Best-rated
Suut Hostal Boutique
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Rooftop pool
The Kool Beach Club is located a 19-minute walk from the hostel and the Quinta Avenida is around 2 km away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Carwash Cenote (2.5 km) and the Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall (1.5 km) for visitors to explore.
The ME Dive Center is a mere 350 metres away, and Grand Riviera Casino, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
There are private bathrooms at Suut Hostal Boutique with a shower for a more comfortable stay.
Suut Hostal Boutique
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Rooftop pool
Suut Hostal Boutique
The Kool Beach Club is located a 19-minute walk from the hostel and the Quinta Avenida is around 2 km away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Carwash Cenote (2.5 km) and the Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall (1.5 km) for visitors to explore.
The ME Dive Center is a mere 350 metres away, and Grand Riviera Casino, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
There are private bathrooms at Suut Hostal Boutique with a shower for a more comfortable stay.
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Private beach
We Playa Hotel - Adults Only
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Guests may find Carwash Cenote situated 2.4 km away and the Coco Bongo, which is only a 6-minute walk from the hostel.
We Playa Hotel - Adults Only
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
We Playa Hotel - Adults Only
Guests may find Carwash Cenote situated 2.4 km away and the Coco Bongo, which is only a 6-minute walk from the hostel.
Hostel Auikyani
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The Cozumel hostel is just 1.1 km from Parque Quintana Roo and 550 metres from such cultural venues as the local history Museum of Cozumel. There is the Archaeological Park within reach of the Cozumel property.
Auikyani hostel offers proximity to the Chankanaab Adventure Beach Park, located around 300 metres away.
Hostel Auikyani
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Hostel Auikyani
The Cozumel hostel is just 1.1 km from Parque Quintana Roo and 550 metres from such cultural venues as the local history Museum of Cozumel. There is the Archaeological Park within reach of the Cozumel property.
Auikyani hostel offers proximity to the Chankanaab Adventure Beach Park, located around 300 metres away.
Sayab
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
The Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall is 1.4 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the 3D Museum of Wonders, which is a mere 13 minutes' walk away.
Sayab
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Sayab
The Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall is 1.4 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the 3D Museum of Wonders, which is a mere 13 minutes' walk away.
Casa Samay
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Full body massage
- Terrace
The hostel is around a 10-minute ride from the Mexican cultural Discover Mexico Park Cozumel and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Coral Reefs Monument. The Cozumel hostel is situated 2.2 km from the Paradise Reef.
Casa Samay hostel offers access to the Corpus Christi, which is merely 650 metres away.
Casa Samay
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Full body massage
- Terrace
Casa Samay
The hostel is around a 10-minute ride from the Mexican cultural Discover Mexico Park Cozumel and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Coral Reefs Monument. The Cozumel hostel is situated 2.2 km from the Paradise Reef.
Casa Samay hostel offers access to the Corpus Christi, which is merely 650 metres away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Cancun, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Mayan Monkey Cancun - Social Hotel (Adults Only) |
8.7 / 10 (3640 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
| Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving |
8.6 / 10 (348 Reviews) |
From 11$ | |
| The Boat House Cancun |
8.0 / 10 (910 Reviews) |
From 5$ | |
| Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool |
8.0 / 10 (816 Reviews) |
From 14$ | |
| Naranjo Hostel |
7.6 / 10 (308 Reviews) |
From 15$ |
More accommodations in Cancun
Frequently Asked Questions
What budget-friendly hostels are near beaches in Cancun?
Casa Samay and Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool are both near popular beaches like Playa Tortugas. Enjoy sunbathing and swimming just a short walk from your accommodation.
Arrive at the beach before 9 am to secure a good spot and enjoy the quieter morning hours.
Which hostels in Cancun are good for socializing with other travelers?
Tribu Hostel and Mayan Monkey Cancun - Social Hotel are known for their vibrant social atmosphere. They offer communal spaces and activities that encourage meeting new people.
Join the hostel's organized events, usually in the evenings, to interact with fellow travelers and make friends.
Where can I find affordable hostels in downtown Cancun?
Ahava Hostal Boutique and Naranjo Hostel are located in downtown Cancun. They provide budget-friendly rates with easy access to local shops and eateries.
Explore local restaurants around Avenida Tulum for affordable meals and authentic local cuisine under $5.
What are some budget options for hostels in Cancun near the city center?
Digital Nomads Hotel & Coliving and Hostel Humanity - Puerto Morelos are both centrally located. They provide a base for exploring the city's attractions and nightlife.
Visit the nearest public bus station for around $1 rides to upscale shopping or popular tourist spots.
Which Cancun hostels come with breakfast included?
Nomads Hotel & Rooftop Pool Cancun and We Playa Hotel - Adults Only offer breakfast as part of your stay. Start your day with a meal before heading out to explore.
Take advantage of buffet breakfasts, usually served until 10 am, for a hearty start before daily adventures.
Are there any hostels in Cancun with pools?
Caleta Hostel Rooftop & Pool and Mayan Monkey Cancun - Social Hotel both feature pools. Relax by the water during hot afternoons.
Visit the pool area during weekdays for a more relaxed atmosphere, avoiding crowded weekends.
Which hostels have unique themes or designs in Cancun?
Suut Hostal Boutique and Barco Verde Hostel offer unique designs and artistic themes. These hostels provide a distinct atmosphere that enhances your stay.
Take photos in creative spaces during early mornings for better lighting and fewer interruptions.
What unique local experiences can I enjoy while staying in Cancun?
Visit the colorful markets like Mercado 28 for arts, crafts, and local foods. Taste authentic Mexican dishes and shop for handmade souvenirs.
Go early to Mercado 28 to avoid crowds and find the best deals on local crafts and snacks.
How can I travel cheaply around Cancun?
Buses are an affordable way to get around Cancun, with routes connecting major areas. A ticket costs about $1 and buses run frequently.
Use local buses instead of taxis, especially for short trips; they are less than half the price.
What cultural events should I not miss in Cancun?
The Cancun Jazz Festival in November is a must-see, featuring local and international musicians. It's a great way to enjoy culture while meeting locals.
Arrive early for the best choice of seating, as popular artists draw larger crowds.
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