Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Cancún
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Cancún to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Downtown
Search hostels in DowntownXtabentun Hostal
Alcatraces 33, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Selina Cancun Downtown
Av. Tulum nº 75, Sm. 22, Mz. 26, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Nomads Party Hotel & Hostel
Calle Claveles 12, 14 y 16, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
The Boat House Cancun
Alcatraces SM22 MZ13 LT61, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Cheap hotels in Cancún
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Cancún
Naranjo Hostel
12 Granada, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Xtabentun Hostal
Alcatraces 33, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Madre Tierra Hotel & Coworking
Av. Hidalgo 311, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico
Hostal Casa MX Centro
República de Uruguay 90 Int. 01, Mexico City, Mexico City Federal District, Mexico
The Boat House Cancun
Alcatraces SM22 MZ13 LT61, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Get the best value hostel in Cancún
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Xtabentun Hostal
Alcatraces 33, Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Hostal Casa MX Centro
República de Uruguay 90 Int. 01, Mexico City, Mexico City Federal District, Mexico
Madre Tierra Hotel & Coworking
Av. Hidalgo 311, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico
Che Holbox Hostel & Bar Adults Only
Calle Carito x Hernan Cortez, Holbox, Quintana Roo, Mexico
momondo's favourite hostels in Cancún
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When to book a hostel in Cancún
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Cancún
| Cheapest day of week | Wednesday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Saturday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| £6 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| £47 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Cancún
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What is the average length of a stay in a Cancún hostel?
Past guests of hostels in Cancún have typically stayed in the city for 7 days. A 7-days stay at a Cancún hostel usually costs £186.
Are Cancún hostels a better deal than Cancún hotels?
Typically, a hostel in Cancún costs £27/night. Hostel prices are 84% less expensive than 2 star hotels, 77% less expensive than 3 star hotels, and 84% less expensive than 4 star hotels. Based on this data, staying at a hostel would be more ideal than 2 star, 3 star or 4 star accommodations if you’re looking to save some money on your Cancún trip.
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Cancún?
momondo users who have stayed at hostels in Cancún have rated them, on average, a 7.7 out of 10. Hostels are typically rated higher than 2-star (7.5) and 3-star (7.5) hotels in Cancún. Those looking for a comfortable stay for cheap in Cancún should consider staying at a hostel instead of a 2-star (7.5) or 3-star (7.5) hotel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Cancún?
The number of operators available for hotels in Cancún is 4,215 as of April 2025.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Cancún?
Prices for hotels in Cancún are updated daily.