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Hostels near Cancun Archaeological Zone, CancĂșn

22 hostels in CancĂșn. Prices start from MEX$54 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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The Yellow Capsule

Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
8.3 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 100 min walking)
Best for:Solo Traveller

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-Capsule hotel experience in Cancun. -Capsule integrated with a TV, dimmer lights, USB charging and working table -Electronic key to access your capsule -Dedicated to bring high quality service ... more details

from MEX$176
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Mayan Monkey Hostel

Privacy Curtains
8.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 102 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty HostelCouples

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No credit cards accepted to pay for the booking. Cancellation policy: 72 h before arrival. Travelers who cancel less than 72 hours before check-in and no-shows will be charged 100% of the booking ... more details

from MEX$155
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Hostel Natura

Privacy Curtains
8.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 102 min walking)
Best for:Solo Traveller

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Very fast. A taxi wanted to charge me $14 used for a ride that cost me $0.71 usd & minutes on the bus. The buses also come right outside every 2-3 minutes (literally). The staff was extremely kind. ... more details

from MEX$203
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9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 107 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

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No curfew. Guests must be 18 years or older to stay in a shared dormitory. Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a family member or a legal guardian (18 years or older) in a private ... more details

from MEX$100
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9.3 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 112 min walking)
Best for:Capsule Hotels

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5 Planta baja Local 27-28 ... more details

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11.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 138 min walking)

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Taxes not included (16%) Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No special conditions" 
"The airport (Cancun International Airport) is 17 km from the Hostel." 
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from MEX$144
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Xungla Cancun

Free Breakfast
11.7 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 140 min walking)
Best for:Youth Hostel

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In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 14:00 to 22:00 . Ask about check in after 10pm Check out before 11:00 . Payment upon ... more details

from MEX$99
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12 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 144 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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mfort, good atmosphere and an authentic experience. Whether you're here to explore the city or relax after an adventurous day, we've got everything you need to make your stay enjoyable and memorable ... more details

from MEX$60
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12.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 145 min walking)
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And for those moments when work calls, our dedicated coworking area provides the ideal environment for productivity and inspiration. Equipped with high-speed internet and comfortable workstations, ... more details

from MEX$110
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12.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 145 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

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Common Spaces The common spaces are inside and an outside area. Within the inside area, which is next to the reception, there is the kitchen in which you can prepare your breakfast and also a ... more details

from MEX$107
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12.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 146 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

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You’re here to get drunk and have some of the best nights of your life. Staying with us means staying with a family of best friends day drinking on the beach or in our hammocks, and hitting Cancun’s ... more details

from MEX$101
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Mezcal Hostel

Privacy Curtains
12.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 146 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerCouples

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Fast wifi. Great restaurants nearby. Access to all the normal hostels, tours, and free activities. I'll be back!" 
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There are also free individual lockers in the rooms; bring your own padlock or ... more details

from MEX$166
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12.2 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 146 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerBeach Lovers Retreat

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Hope you enjoy your stay. Xtabentun Hostal - Terms & Conditions: Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of ... more details

from MEX$120
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12.2 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 147 min walking)

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Hostal Venado 28

Privacy Curtains
12.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 150 min walking)
Best for:Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

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In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 14:00 to 24:00 . Check out before 11:00 . Payment upon arrival by cash, credit & ... more details

from MEX$99
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12.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 150 min walking)
Best for:Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"Clean and neat but not warm and welcoming atmosphere - Location is perfect. Facilities are clean and new. Breakfast below average. Staffs would help when being asked up. It is a quite hostel, don't ... more details

from MEX$117
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12.6 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 151 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

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City Tax - 5% Credit card fee 3.6% Breakfast not included. General: Reception hours 7:00 to 22:00. No curfew. No pets allowed. Luggage storage until 15:00pm Guest are allowed to Stay at ... more details

from MEX$136
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12.6 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 151 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty Hostel

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The bathrooms are exceptionally clean as are the rooms. The rooms are super spacious and have lockers big enough to store decent-sized luggage, and there's also space to sit and hang towels. ... more details

from MEX$126
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12.7 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 152 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

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Breakfast not included. General: 24 hour Reception. Only over 18 years old. To register, you must present identity documents that prove the person who is staying." 
"At the airport you must ... more details

from MEX$128
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Casa Seloria

Free Breakfast
12.8 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 153 min walking)

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Check out before 12.00 Payment upon arrival by cash Taxes included (16%) Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No curfew No pets allowed" 
"Located 15 km from CancĂșn ... more details

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16.4 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 197 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerBeach Lovers Retreat

Calle 126-A, Smza 236 Manzana 5, Local 5 ... more details

from MEX$271
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18.9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 227 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

Calle ItzĂĄ Privada Mopan #43 Edificio #6, Privadas Sacbe SM 249, MZ 135 LT3. ... more details

from MEX$173

Hotels in CancĂșn

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1.3 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 16 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

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Cancun Plaza - Best Beach is an aparthotel that has a bar, a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, a nice infinity pool and terrace with views to the beautiful beach and sea. All the rooms are ... more details

from MEX$1,256
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7.8 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 94 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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Check in from 15.00 to 23.00 Check out before 11.00 Payment upon arrival by cash, credit and debit cards Taxes included Breakfast included (depending on the selected rate) General: 24 ... more details

from MEX$360
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9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 108 min walking)

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from MEX$561
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9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 108 min walking)
Best for:Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

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14% Taxes are not included in the rates. Once you reserve, if canceled deposit is NON refundable. If your reservation is noshow you will be charge for 1 night. Once you reserve, if canceled 48 hrs ... more details

from MEX$3,436
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9.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 109 min walking)
Best for:Solo TravellerBeach Lovers RetreatCapsule Hotels

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No curfew No pets allowed. Children allowed: 11 to 17 years old. Smoking is allowed in designated areas." 
"Nestled along Boulevard Kukulcan at km 8.5." 
Km 8.5 Boulevard Kukulcan ... more details

from MEX$187
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9.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 113 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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A small intimate hotel, located on Cancun's waterway connecting the beautiful Laguna Nichupte and the Bahia de Mujeres. The hotel is newly renovated. This hotel is located near to the Plaza ... more details

from MEX$544
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10.1 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 121 min walking)
Best for:Digital Nomads

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*Non smoking rooms *No pets allowed **A guarantee deposit of $50 USD will be charged at the time of check-in for all reservations. In the case of any damages/theft of the room, the deposit will ... more details

from MEX$238
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Soberanis Hotel

Free Breakfast
11.9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 143 min walking)
Best for:Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

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People at the airport would not tell me where the bus stop was located. It is across the street from the main terminal between Executive and Budget car rental. It costs 40 pesos or $5 US. This place ... more details

from MEX$367
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12.2 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 146 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

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15 usd per person per night. Taxes not included - 21% (16% IVA + 5% ISH) Not included 1 USD per person per night - 'Guest Service Fee' General: 24 hour Reception. Please note that all our ... more details

from MEX$580
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12.3 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 147 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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00 to 04.00 Check out before 11.00 Payment upon arrival by cash ,credit and debit card Taxes included Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No special conditions" 
"Cancun ... more details

from MEX$832
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12.4 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 148 min walking)

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Breakfast not included. General: No curfew No pets allowed. No children allowed. Non smoking." 
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Continue on México 307 for approximately 16 km. Take the exit toward Av. Uxmal and continue ... more details

from MEX$882
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Hotel Plaza Kokai

Free Breakfast
12.4 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 149 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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Enjoy the traditional breakfast or a delicious lunch or dinner. We also offer a complete Executive menu. Nauti Bar Open Monday to Satuday from 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Is the perfect place to ... more details

from MEX$782
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12.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 150 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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The Ramada Cancun City Hotel offers four meeting rooms with a capacity of up to 150 attendees. We are able to supply audiovisual and computerized equipment as well as trained personnel. Let us help ... more details

from MEX$807
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12.7 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 152 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

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At the hotel, all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Guests at Hotel Laurel Cancun Centro can enjoy an American ... more details

from MEX$388
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Casa Laurel

Free Breakfast
12.7 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 153 min walking)

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General: No curfew Pets are allowed. Children allowed: 1 to 12 years old. Non smoking." 
"By taxi." 
MZA 05 LTE 34, Calle Laurel 23, 77500 ... more details

from MEX$264
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12.9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 154 min walking)
Best for:Family-Friendly Hostel

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Additional amenities include a washing machine, minibar, and TV. Book & Sleep Cancun Policy and Condition: Cancellation Policy: 3 days before arrival.In case of a late cancellation or No Show ... more details

from MEX$416
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12.9 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 155 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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You'll appreciate the hotel location, near Cancun's most important Mexican handicrafts market. The Beach is only two miles away and complementary public beach and shopping mall shuttle service ... more details

from MEX$1,007
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13.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 162 min walking)
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Enjoy traditional Mexican food in our Restaurant Bar 'La Hija de Villa': - Delicious food - 100% family atmosphere - Televisions - Wireless Internet - Games and snacks - ... more details

from MEX$860
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13.5 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 162 min walking)
Best for:Family-Friendly Hostel

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Breakfast included. No curfew. Pet friendly. Non smoking." 
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From the bus station you can take a taxi or one of the mini-busses who stops at the main street. We also provide a service to get ... more details

from MEX$501
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13.7 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 164 min walking)
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Av. LĂłpez Portillo # 70, esquina Av. Bonampak ... more details

from MEX$677
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Hotel Del Sol

Free Breakfast
14.6 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 175 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

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Likewise, the helpful services of our hotel do little to stop you from relaxing inside all day during your stay. During the day take a sunbath at Hotel Del Sol roof sundeck with a spectacular ... more details

from MEX$972

Apartments in CancĂșn

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12.2 km from Cancun Archaeological Zone (≈ 146 min walking)

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Please shoot us an email with your estimated time of arrival, otherwise we won't be able to guarantee your reservation. Check out before 11.00 We accept cash, credit/debit cards, and online ... more details

from MEX$188

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Get to know Cancun Archaeological Zone

Hostels Near Cancun Archaeological Zone

The Cancun Archaeological Zone is a hidden gem for travelers who want a break from the resort-heavy side of the city. Home to ancient Mayan ruins like El Rey and El Meco, this district offers a fascinating glimpse into pre-Columbian history without requiring a long trip to Chichén Itzá or Tulum. Staying in hostels near Cancun Archaeological Zone means easy access to these sites, beautiful natural scenery, and a quieter atmosphere compared to the bustling Hotel Zone.

Why Stay Near Cancun Archaeological Zone?

Backpackers looking for more than just beaches and nightlife will find this district an ideal base.

  • Close to historic ruins: Explore Mayan structures without the crowds of larger sites.
  • Less touristy: Experience a quieter side of Cancun with local eateries and open green spaces.
  • Easy transport options: Quick access to buses and colectivos for getting around.
  • Budget-friendly stays: More affordable accommodations compared to the beachfront areas.

Transportation

Getting to and around the Cancun Archaeological Zone is easy, even for budget travelers.

  • R-1 and R-2 buses: Frequent and cheap, these buses connect you to downtown and the Hotel Zone.
  • Colectivos: Shared vans that provide an affordable way to explore beyond Cancun.
  • Bike rentals: Some hostels rent bikes, making short-distance trips more convenient.

Evergreen Highlights

Timeless attractions near the Cancun Archaeological Zone include:

  • El Rey Ruins: A compact but fascinating Mayan site, home to dozens of iguanas.
  • El Meco Ruins: Less visited but historically significant, offering a peaceful setting.
  • Nichupté Lagoon: A great spot for kayaking and wildlife watching.

Cultural Tips

For a deeper experience in this district, keep these cultural insights in mind:

  • Respect the ruins: Climbing on structures is not allowed, but walking through them is a memorable experience.
  • Try local food: Skip chain restaurants and eat at small family-run spots nearby.
  • Sun protection is a must: The ruins have little shade, so wear a hat and sunscreen.

Final Thoughts

Staying in hostels near Cancun Archaeological Zone is perfect for backpackers wanting to mix history, culture, and affordability. With easy transport, quieter surroundings, and fascinating Mayan ruins nearby, this area offers a refreshing change from the typical Cancún experience.

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