Hostels in Mexico City
There are 68 hostels listed within about five miles of central Mexico City, which is 2.3% of everything on offer in the city — a strong hostel scene by the standards of this survey. This page covers what that actually means for a trip: which hostels are here, how they rate against Mexico City's hotels, and which are worth it if you are coming for a show.
How strong is the hostel scene in Mexico City?
Two numbers answer that, and neither means much on its own. The first is how much of Mexico City's accommodation is hostels rather than hotels — a city can have plenty of hostels and still be a hotel city. The second is how those hostels score against the hotels sitting next to them, which is the only fair benchmark, because guest scores drift by city and a 7.8 in one place is not a 7.8 in another.
| Measure | Mexico City | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| Hostels listed | 68 | Dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation within roughly five miles of the centre. |
| Share of all accommodation | 2.3% | A strong hostel scene by the standards of this survey. Measured against all 2,897 properties listed in the same radius. |
| Average hostel guest score | 7.5/10 | Averaged across the hostels above. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Average hotel guest score | 8.0/10 | The same measure for Mexico City’s hotels, with hostels excluded so the comparison is not partly against itself. |
The short version: hostels in Mexico City score a little below the city's hotels — a gap of 0.5 points. That gap is normal and mostly measures the product, not the management: a shared room with six strangers in it will rarely be scored like a private one, however well the place is run. It is worth reading the individual scores below rather than the average.
Hostels in Mexico City, closest to the centre first
Distances are measured from the middle of Mexico City. Pick your dates to see what a bed actually costs — hostel pricing moves more than hotel pricing does, because a dorm can sell out one bed at a time.
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Hostal Oficinas Posada Albergue a 5 minutos Foro Sol Palacio Deportes Aeropuerto
Avenida del recreo 1544, Mexico City
Convenient Amenities: Take advantage of complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and on-site shopping. Dining Options: Enjoy delicious meals at the on-site rest…
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Mantra Suites
Playa Guitarrón 208, Mexico City
Convenient Location Discover the vibrant city of Mexico City with attractions like Zocalo Square and Metropolitan Cathedral within easy reach from Mantra Suites. Comfortable Accom…
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Hostal Cervatos
144 Calle Genaro García Jardín Balbuena, Mexico City
Rooftop Terrace and Garden Views Indulge in the stunning views from the rooftop terrace and garden at Hostal Cervatos. Feeling connected is easy with complimentary wireless intern…
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Hostal Ciudad de Mexico
Discover your home away from home at Hostal Ciudad de Mexico, conveniently located in the vibrant heart of Downtown Mexico City. Comfortable Accommodations Choose from any of our …
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Casa Zocalo Rooms
Pino Suarez 17 - Primer Piso, Mexico City
Central Location Located in the heart of Mexico City's Historic Center, Zocalo Rooms - Hostel is just minutes away from iconic landmarks such as National Palace and Zócalo. Compli…
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Casa Pepe Hostel Boutique - CDMX
Av Republica de Uruguay 86, Mexico City
Rooftop Terrace with Breathtaking Views Enjoy stunning views from our rooftop terrace while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Mexico City. Delicious Dining Options Indulge in m…
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Hostal Amigo
Isabel la Católica 61-A Col., Mexico City
Vibrant Hostel near Zócalo Square Colorful Dormitories: Step into our vibrant dormitories decorated with bold colors, each equipped with a fan. Sheets and towels are available for…
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Hostal Mexiqui Zocalo - Hostel
Republica de Guatemala 30, Mexico City
Rooftop Terrace and Garden Complimentary Breakfast and Restaurant Concierge Services and Arcade/Game Room Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or ta…
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Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral
República de Guatemala No. 4, Mexico City
Rooftop Views of Zócalo Square and Mexico City Cathedral Experience breathtaking views from our rooftop bar overlooking two iconic landmarks. Free Walking Tours and Proximity to H…
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Mexico City Hostel
Republica de Brasil # 8, Mexico City
Central Location in Mexico City Historic Centre Situated just a 4-minute walk from Zocalo Square, our hostel offers a vibrant and convenient stay in the heart of Mexico City. Cozy…
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Hostel Plaza Mayor
6 República de Brasil Centro, Mexico City
Convenient Amenities Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access and take advantage of tour/ticket assistance. Featured Amenities Experience a seamless stay with a 24-hour front …
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Mr. Herold homes
Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas 807, Mexico City
Luxurious Amenities Indulge in comfort with heated floors, memory foam beds, and Smart televisions in our 15 guestrooms. Enjoy the convenience of complimentary wireless internet a…
Staying in a hostel for a Mexico City event
A hostel makes most sense on exactly the kind of trip StubOrder sends people on: one or two nights, built around a fixed start time, where you are out of the building all evening. The bed is somewhere to sleep afterwards, not somewhere to spend the weekend, and the saving against a hotel on a sold-out event night is usually the largest saving available on the whole trip — event nights are when city hotel rates spike and hostel beds barely move.
The two things to check before you book are the ones that catch people out. First, front-desk hours: a support act running long can put you back at 23:45, which is no use if reception closes at 23:00 and there is no night code. Second, whether the rate is per bed or per room — a private twin at £70 and a dorm bed at £35 each are the same money for two people, and the private room is the better buy.
What is on in Mexico City
- From about $223.00View Tickets
- From about $29.00View Tickets
Distance from a specific venue
The hostels above are measured from the centre of town. If you want to know what is actually walkable from the doors of one building, each venue has its own accommodation page that sorts every nearby property by real distance.
- Stays near Estadio GNP Seguros - Mexico City
- Stays near Auditorio Nacional - Mexico
- Stays near Palacio De Los Deportes - Mexico City
Dorm bed or private room?
This is the decision that actually determines what your stay is like, and it is not the same decision as hostel-or-hotel. Almost every hostel in Mexico City sells both, at prices that overlap with the cheaper end of the city's hotels.
| Dorm bed | Hostel private room | |
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| Priced by | The bed. Two people pay twice. | The room, like a hotel. |
| Best for | Solo travel, and meeting people. | Two people, or anyone who wants a door that locks. |
| Bathroom | Usually shared down the hall. | Often private, but check — many are not. |
| Getting in late | Fine, but you will wake people. | No issue. |
| Luggage | A locker, usually needing your own padlock. | In the room. |
| Versus a cheap hotel | Much cheaper, especially on event nights. | Often similar money — compare properly. |
The rule of thumb that holds nearly everywhere: travelling alone, take the dorm; travelling as two, price the private room against a budget hotel before assuming the hostel wins. On an ordinary weeknight the hotel sometimes does. On the night of a sold-out event, the hostel almost always does.
What to check before booking a hostel
Hostels vary in ways hotels mostly do not, and the variation is in the policies rather than the rooms. None of the following is unusual, and all of it is easier to find out now than at 1am.
- Age limits. Some hostels are 18–35 only, some refuse under-18s without an adult, and a few are over-18 with no upper bound. This is a property-by-property rule, not a city rule.
- Reception hours and curfews. A genuine curfew is rare now, but limited front-desk hours are common. If your event finishes late, confirm there is a night entry code.
- Whether the rate includes linen. Mostly yes; occasionally a few pounds or dollars extra at check-in, which quietly changes the comparison against a hotel.
- Lockers and padlocks. Nearly every dorm has lockers. A good number expect you to bring your own padlock, and the ones sold at the desk cost more than one from home.
- Deposits. Some hostels take a key or damage deposit in cash at arrival and return it on checkout — worth knowing if you are travelling cardless.
- Cancellation terms. The cheapest hostel rates are frequently non-refundable, which matters more than usual when the trip depends on an event that could be postponed.
Two of these — cancellation terms and what the rate actually includes — are shown on the booking screen once you pick dates, so check them there rather than assuming.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
Are there hostels near the venues in Mexico City?
The hostels on this page are measured from the middle of Mexico City, not from any one venue. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own accommodation page — each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Can I book a private room in a hostel?
Most hostels sell private rooms alongside dorm beds, and they are usually cheaper than a hotel room of the same size. Whether a given property has one is shown when you pick your dates — if only dorm beds come back, that hostel has no privates free for that stay.
Does StubOrder sell hostel beds and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and accommodation from our booking partner. They are two separate bookings with separate confirmations, and neither depends on the other.
Is a hostel a sensible place to stay for a concert or a game?
For a one- or two-night trip built around an event, often yes — you are out of the building most of the evening anyway. The things to check are the front-desk hours and whether there is a curfew, because a show that ends at 23:30 is no use if reception shut at 23:00.
How many hostels are there in Mexico City?
Our accommodation partner lists 68 hostels within about five miles of central Mexico City, out of 2,897 places to stay in total — 2.3% of everything listed here. That count includes both dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation.
Are hostels in Mexico City any good?
Mexico City's hostels average 7.5/10 in guest scores against 8.0/10 for the city's hotels, so they score a little below the city's hotels. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.
