Hostels in Cancun

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Cheapest monthApril
Most expensive monthJanuary
Top rated by travelersNomads Hotel, Hostel & Rooftop Pool Cancun, P4,108
Cheapest bed foundLas Palmas Hostal - Hostel, P2,234

Finding cheap hotels in Cancun: FAQs

According to our pricing calendar data, you can score the cheapest bed in April.

No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Cancun are full of digital nomads and tourists of all ages.

Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cozy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travelers over 30.

Since you’ll be surrounded by likeminded travelers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Cancun. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around, and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid.

Most major Cancun hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.

Yes! Hostels in Cancun generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Cancun. Not only can you get a bed for as little as P2,234 per night, you can also cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.

Other backpackers rated Las Palmas Hostal - Hostel and The Boat House Cancun as the best hostels in central Cancun for value, cleanliness, and comfort.