Cancun is a world-class destination in the Mexican Caribbean, at the very tip of the Yucatán Peninsula. Everyone has heard about the city’s warm weather, white sand beaches and nightlife, and it’s all true. Cancun meets all expectations. Having a fun time in the sunny city is guaranteed, but knowing where to stay can make an enormous difference. Here are the best hostels in Cancun.
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from $18.95 |
8.8 |
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from $27.65 |
8.7 |
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from $21.20 |
8.7 |
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Nomads Hotel Hostel & Rooftop Pool from $20.47 |
8.5 |
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from $17.89 |
8.5 |
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from $16.60 |
8.5 |
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from $19.80 |
8.3 |
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Let us talk about prices. Here is a graph showing you average prices for a bed in a dorm and for a private room. Simply mouse-over to see rates for each month.
Prices can vary a lot, especially on high-season, weekends, and special holidays such as New Years Eve.
Cancun is a relatively young city, founded in the 1970s to become Mexico’s most important touristic destination. Today, Cancun is home to almost 900,000 people and receives over 20 million tourists annually.
The average temperature in summer is 84°F, and the winters are mild, as low as 68°F. It’s no surprise Cancun receives visitors all year, although rains are frequent in late summer and fall, during the hurricane season, between June 1 and November 30. Hurricanes are not a problem every year.
Cancun is just an hour away from Playa del Carmen and minutes away by ferry from Isla Mujeres. Still, you can stay in the city and have a great time without moving around much.
Cancun is a large city. The touristic area, or “Zona Turística,” also known as Cancun Island, stretches thin for 14 miles (ca. 23 km) between the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupté Lagune. This is the best place to stay in Cancun, but it is also the most expensive area.
Downtown Cancun, a proper urban area, is less expensive and a short ride from the beaches along the tourist area. The farther you are from the coast, the fewer tourists you’ll see, so stay close to the coast for the best experience.
As for the food, Cancun is home to thousands of restaurants, from small eateries to high-end restaurants. The first is more frequent in Downtown Cancun, and the latter is expected in the tourist area.
Cancun is a major tourist destination with a world-class International Airport, receiving dozens of flights from all corners of the earth. There’s a big chance you’ll arrive in Cancun on one of these flights, since most neighboring major cities are hours away.
Cancun is a fabulous destination, but it’s still a big city with big city problems. Follow these tips to make the most of your trip.
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This is the overall best rated hostel in Cancún. The overall rating is 8.8. You cannot go wrong here.
It is your safest bet in case you are not sure which hostel to pick.
The price for a dorm at Caleta Hostel starts from $18.95.
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