Cancún hostels

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Best Cancún hostels

Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cancún

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Cancún with confidence.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Cancún?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Cancún, with an average nightly price of C$ 18/night. The highest prices are found on Monday, with average rates at C$ 99/night.

How early should you book a hostel in Cancún?

Book at least 71 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cancún hostel.

How much is a Cancún hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

March
December
C$ 74
C$ 87
Cheapest month to stay with an average 59% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 118% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cancún hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Cancún, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Cancún in March and July.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Cancún if you stay on a Wednesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Monday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 71 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cancún hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in Cancún found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 91, while the most expensive was C$ 122.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cancún

  • What are the best hostels near Puerto Cancun?

    Puerto Cancun is a popular area in Cancún and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Hotel & Hostel Casa de Luz Cancun or Mango Hostel for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Puerto Cancun.

  • How much is a hostel in Cancún for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Cancún in the last 3 hours was C$ 40 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was C$ 81. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is C$ 40.

  • How much is a hostel in Cancún for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Cancún hostel for this weekend for as low as C$ 35. Users have also found 3 star hotels from C$ 101 and 4-star plus hotels from C$ 79.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Cancún?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Cancún is C$ 98 compared to C$ 389 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cancún?

Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Cancún by showing you the exact location of each hostel.