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Our top choices for Mexico City hostels

A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall with a neon sign, and a wooden floor.

1. Hotel Virreyes México

Hotel Virreyes México
2.0 star property
Historic Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful. There were plenty of close by stores and transportation"
United States
Evelyn
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Virreyes México
A historic building with domes and towers, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

2. Hostel Mundo Joven

Hostel Mundo Joven
2.0 star property
Historic Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Excellent location, breakfast was good. Definitely worth the price!"
United States
Eulalia
The price is £24
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hostel Mundo Joven
A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a kitchenette.

3. Escandon Suites by Escajal Room

Escandon Suites by Escajal Room
2.0 star property
Miguel Hidalgo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Great for solo traveling "
United States
Shivani
The price is £33
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Escandon Suites by Escajal Room
A hostel with a red wall, a bar area with a variety of food and drink options, and a seating area with a view of the city.

4. Barrio Downtown Mexico City Hostel

Barrio Downtown Mexico City Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (404 reviews)
"Super cute, and the location was great!"
United States
Jenny
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Barrio Downtown Mexico City Hostel

5. Kayaa

Kayaa
2.0 star property
Cuauhtémoc
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Muy buen lugar para hospedarte , el personal es súper amable y se ajustan a tus necesidades , quedé encantada con la zona , las instalaciones y el trato :) Recomiendo 100%"
Mexico
América Isabella
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kayaa
A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige blanket, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall.

6. Nomaddicts

Nomaddicts
1.0 star property
Reforma
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Nomaddicts
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, and a balcony.

7. Casa Regina CDMX

Casa Regina CDMX
2.0 star property
Historic Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Amazing staff. Very helpful. Will definitely be staying here again in the near future!"
United States
Marilyn
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Casa Regina CDMX
A modern interior with hanging chairs, green neon signs, and a variety of seating options.

8. ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS

ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS
1.0 star property
Roma Norte
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (87 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
JOHN
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS

9. Casa Local Mestizo Hostal

Casa Local Mestizo Hostal
2.0 star property
Historic Center
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Local Mestizo Hostal
A spacious lobby with a staircase, a fireplace, and a colorful striped rug.

10. Hostal Fungi Casa Rosa

Hostal Fungi Casa Rosa
2.0 star property
La Condesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Clean "
Canada
Byron
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hostal Fungi Casa Rosa
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a decorative window with a statue.

11. Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel

Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (100 reviews)
"The staff was great especially kequi"
United States
Giovanni
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel

12. Capsule

Capsule
2.0 star property
Venustiano Carranza
The price is £24
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Capsule

13. Suites Monterrey by Escajal Suites

Suites Monterrey by Escajal Suites
2.0 star property
Roma Norte
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"Would not stay here again better options available."
United States
Patrick
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Suites Monterrey by Escajal Suites
A spacious corridor with a large, ornate chandelier, brick walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. Downtown Beds - Hostel

Downtown Beds - Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Postive reviews are about hotel next door. Bathrooms and showers have no locks and staff steals. "
United States
anna
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Downtown Beds - Hostel
A wooden bench, a small table, and a doorway leading to a room with a window.

15. LA SELVA HOSTEL

LA SELVA HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Cuauhtémoc
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Super bien! Nos encantó a mi esposa y mi! Consideramos que lo mejor es la atención de Javier! El lugar está súper bonito y tiene mucho ambiente! La comida súper rica!"
Mexico
Roberto
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
LA SELVA HOSTEL

16. Hostal Juarez - Hostel

Hostal Juarez - Hostel
2.0 star property
Reforma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"A nice area very close to Roma Norte and Arena Mexico - meant we could walk many places during our stay. The staff were friendly and the hostel offered a lot of excursions. For a hostel, it was very quiet and the room was in good condition."
United Kingdom
George
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hostal Juarez - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a view of buildings.

17. Casa Pepe Hostel Boutique - CDMX

Casa Pepe Hostel Boutique - CDMX
2.0 star property
Historic Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (175 reviews)
"3 min walk to main street and El Zocalo. Like roof top breakfast,Restaurant becomes a night bar at night."
United States
Jose Miguel
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Casa Pepe Hostel Boutique - CDMX
A wicker chair with cushions, a potted plant, and a wooden table on a balcony with a metal railing.

18. Casa Pancha - Hostel

Casa Pancha - Hostel
2.0 star property
La Condesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Casa Pancha is a centrally located and wonderfully friendly hostel to stay at while you are visiting Mexico City. I would highly recommend it to any travelers!"
United States
Brian
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Casa Pancha - Hostel
A modern living room with a large window, a blue chair, a sofa, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a bar stool.

19. Mr. Herold homes

Mr. Herold homes
2.0 star property
Benito Juarez
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"The place is small but confortable you have everything in the room you need. My stay was good just had one incident one night I was sleeping I heard loud loud music around 2am and that went on till 5am I sent reception a message letting them know and they did nothing about it, feel they could have handled the situation better is was ridiculous how loud the music was as if there was a bar next to my room. I had to put on my headphones to be able to sleep."
United States
Bryan
The price is £33
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Mr. Herold homes
A dimly lit room with a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted lamp.

20. Hostal Amigo - Hostel

Hostal Amigo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff "
United States
Alvaro
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hostal Amigo - Hostel
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Galeria Plaza Reforma

Galeria Plaza Reforma

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean, staff were friendly , and locations"
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Galeria Plaza Reforma

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Mexico City Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,040
Accommodation
74 Hostels
Lowest Price
£18
Highest Price
£129

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Mexico City?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your holiday. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and art galleries.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Mexico City?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: Hostel Mundo Joven - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Zocalo Station and Allende Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Hostal Casa MX Alameda - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hidalgo Station and Guerrero Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Zócalo. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Barrio Downtown Mexico City Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of San Juan de Letran Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Hostal Fungi Casa Rosa - Located within a 10-minute walk of Chapultepec Park. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets.
How many hostels are there in Mexico City?
If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in Mexico City, one of Expedia's 64 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Mexico City?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 15°C. The rainiest months in Mexico City are August, July, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 186 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Mexico City?
Generally, Mexico City is known for its museums, art and historical sites. Major attractions include Zócalo, Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Get out into nature with places such as Alameda Central, Tlatelolco Archaelogical Site and Mexico Park. Cultural attractions include Museum of Mexico City, Templo Mayor Museum and Teatro Metropólitan.
What's the best way to get to and around Mexico City while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Mexico City in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) away. An alternative is Santa Lucía, Mexico (NLU-Felipe Ángeles Intl.), which is 22.1 mi (35.5 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. You can take advantage of metro transport at Zocalo Station, Allende Station and Pino Suarez Station. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Mexico City Buenavista Station, Mexico City Fortuna Station or Tlalnepantla de Baz Station.

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