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Alme Hostel, hotel in Playa del Carmen

This accommodations is a 5-minute walk from the beach. This hostel is a 10-minute walk from the beach.

Location! Kitchen with refrigerator, drinking water available, great staff
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
222 reviews
Price from
$29
per night
Che Playa Hostel & Bar Adults Only, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Hostel Che is located 656 feet from Playa del Carmen main square and 1969 feet from the beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.

The stuff members they were smiling all the time and they were kind and it was fun
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
968 reviews
Price from
$57.32
per night
Hostel Tropico 20 PDC, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Located within a 10-minute walk of ADO International Bus Station and 0.6 miles of Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal, Hostel Tropico 20 PDC provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom...

The hosts Kevin and Jose and the new guy, forgive me I forgot his name but I felt welcoming and safe
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
170 reviews
Price from
$18.24
per night
Sayab, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Sayab is located in Playa del Carmen, 656 feet from 28 de Julio Square and 1312 feet from ADO International Bus Station.

Staff were super nice and helpful! Location was great, everything is walking distance.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
47 reviews
Price from
$36.24
per night
Wabi Hostel, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Conveniently set in Playa del Carmen, Wabi Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

The location is great, and so are the people. You have to make an effort yourself tho to socialize, but if you do, you're in for a treat. Pablo knows his way around and gives great tips. Laughed a lot, highly recommend.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
1,762 reviews
Price from
$30.22
per night
Tres Mundos Hostel, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Located only 1476 feet from the ocean, the colorful Tres Mundos Hostel in the beach destination of Playa del Carmen offers guests free Wi-Fi in public areas.

The hostel is in a great location, they have a bar and a common room downstairs. The rooftop area featured some hammocks and was a nice spot to relax. The wifi was consistent and the air-conditioner worked perfectly.
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
216 reviews
Price from
$17.80
per night
Red Panda Hostal, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Ideally set in the center of Playa del Carmen, Red Panda Hostal has air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
355 reviews
Price from
$41.49
per night
3B Wellness Hotel & Hostel, hotel in Playa del Carmen

Your peaceful oasis in Playa del Carmen Looking for a quiet place to rest and recharge in Playa del Carmen? Look no further!

It’s very clean , nice kitchen and rooftop
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
857 reviews
Price from
$40.31
per night
Grand Hostal Playa, hotel in Playa del Carmen

In a prime location in the center of Playa del Carmen, Grand Hostal Playa provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

Pool..quiet area 4 playa del Carmen great location..5 minute walk to beach. Everything u need walkable distance..comfortable atmosphere...staff very friendly and guest as well chill place..sweet.
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
198 reviews
Price from
$41.69
per night
We playa Hotel-Hostel, hotel in Playa del Carmen

We playa Hotel-Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Playa del Carmen.

Wonderful facilities and staff was kind
Scored 6.9
6.9
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
357 reviews
Price from
$56.96
per night
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Playa del Carmen

  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 868 reviews
    It’s a more humble place than typical riviera Maya hostels but an honest one, no hidden fees, no surprises. Very friendly staff as well, great location
    Victor
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $29.55
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 170 reviews
    Great location, comfortable and secluded cubicle beds, air-conditioned at night, great common areas, and a good kitchen. Jose is a star and makes your stay comfortable and memorable. I hate this word but Hostel Tropico 20 has a 'vibe'. It is not a party hostel but manages to get a great sense of community. Highly recommended.
    Graham Gambier
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $57.64
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,596 reviews
    Great location. Good restaurants nearby. Nice pool. Sheltered. A hurricane passed thru PdC while I was there. Felt very safe.
    ScottTheElderNomad
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $31.42
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 246 reviews
    Pretty basic hostel but reflected in the price (great to have a cheaper option available in Playa where everything else is quite expensive). Each dorm room has its own kitchen. The staff, especially Kevin, were extremely helpful & welcoming. There are lockers for valuables
    Amakhoe
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 868 reviews
    The place was really close to the beach and the main street with all bars and restaurant. I felt very safe. The room had a own bathroom and shower which was cleaned everyday. The room even had a small kitchen! The beds were very comfortable with curtains. And last but not least the staff was very kind and helpful! Special thanks to my friend Flor (Florencia) who always was there if i had any questions and we spent nice days together at the hostel :)
    Zoé
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $31.42
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 246 reviews
    A great location in a quieter part of Playa, safe, the hostel has a kitchen by every dormitory, staff is super friendly and helpful. The best hostel I've stayed in in a month of traveling in this region!
    Vaidabla
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $29.55
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 170 reviews
    Nice clean and cheap hostel. The staff were really friendly and I felt very safe in this hostel with 24/7 reception. The beds were comfy and I liked the capsule design.
    Zahra
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.85
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 263 reviews
    Very nice and helpful staff, great location that is close to two huge supermarkets, 10 minutes walk from the beach and main shopping avenue. Many taxis close by are cheap. The area is cool and safe.
    Chown85
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $50.20
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 355 reviews
    Great location, 10 min walk from the main street and beaches, close to shops and bus stations. They have a cold water machine you can use at any time to refill your water for free. Aircon in the room although on only during the night. Wifi works great. There’s LOADS of space in the room to put your stuff, get ready, charge phones, etc. Great vibes from other travellers as well, one of few hostels in Playa that has female-only dorms.
    Lara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $109.06
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 91 reviews
    Perfect house for a family on a budget as house needs a bit of updating very good for safety. Very Secure gated community. Very easy to communicate with the host. You need a car. We absolutely loved Playa del Carmen great small town with a beach, loads of entertainment cenotes nearby. Xcaret Park. 5th Ave. Loads of perfect places to eat. El Fuego restaurant in Playa Del Carmen unbelievably good and cheap. You might need to que for 15 min or so before getting a table but really worth it.
    Aina
    Family with young children

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