Search Cheap Cancun Hostels

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the entertainment venues and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like snorkelling.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel - Located within a 5-minute walk of West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Mezcal Boutique Hotel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Nomads Hotel & Rooftop pool - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Caleta Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as 15 outdoor pools. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Nílu Cancun Zona Hotelera by Selina - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cancun Convention Center. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Cancun, one of Expedia's 16 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Cancun are June, September, October and August, with each month seeing an average of 190 mm of rainfall.

Overall, Cancun is known for its beaches, restaurants and snorkelling. Top attractions include Delfines Beach and Moon Palace Golf Club. Get out into nature with places such as Las Palapas Park, Las Perlas Beach and Playa Tortugas. Cultural attractions include Xbalamqué Theater, Teatro de Cancún and Teatro Alamos.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Cancun on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.), located 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from the city centre. Another option is Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.), located 45.2 mi (72.8 km) away.