Hostels in Playa del Carmen
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Fast facts
Sleep easy, armed with the stuff that's good to know before you go.| Cheapest month | May |
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| Most expensive month | July |
| Top rated by travelers | Mini Rooms by Illusion, AED 162 |
| Cheapest bed found | Tres Mundos Hostel, AED 108 |
Why choose a hostel in Playa del Carmen?
It’s budget-friendly
Hostels in Playa del Carmen are a fraction of the price of hotels – as little as AED 108 per night. Why not save on accommodation, so you can spend more on the things in Playa del Carmen that really matter — like delicious food and sightseeing? Most hostels have kitchens and laundry rooms too, so you can cook meals and wash clothes for yourself just like you do at home.
It’s flexible
In some of the larger hostels in Playa del Carmen, you can book one night on very short notice, or decide to extend via the hostel’s reception desk if you’ve fallen in love with Playa del Carmen. It’s not uncommon for some backpackers to live in hostels for months.
You’ll make friends
Solo travelers opt for cheap hostels in Playa del Carmen so they can make friends to party or explore with. Spend an hour or two in a dorm room, hostel bar, or common area. You’ll get the kinds of tips and advice you’d never find in a private apartment or hotel. There could also even be pub crawls, communal dinners, and special organized events!
You’ll immerse yourself in Playa del Carmen
You’ll never find out where to get the cheapest beer in town if you sit alone in your hotel room. Hostels give you the chance to exchange tips and advice about Playa del Carmen with other travelers. Some hostels in Playa del Carmen even offer free guidebooks and walking tours, and the staff are more open with local tips, too.
You can kick back
Hostels are relaxed places, and often feel much more comfortable than hotels. You can kick back on the sofa all day with new friends and cook and eat your own meals communally. A true home away from home!
