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Our top choices for Central America hostels

Family Room

Hotel Virreyes México

Hotel Virreyes México
2.0 star property
Historic Center
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"It’s a very basic room with amenities. Sometimes the sheets would have weird stains. There was no running hot water to take a shower in. Just warm water for 2 min, so make it fast WiFi was only available in the lobby. Needs more hanging hooks or hangers."
United States
jessie
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Virreyes México
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel

Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel
3.0 star property
Zona Hotelera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (818 reviews)
" Great place! "
Canada
Shyanne
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel
Exterior

La posada de Don Lito

La posada de Don Lito
2.0 star property
La Libertad
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
La posada de Don Lito
Classic Double Room

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
1.5 star property
Tocumen
6.0 out of 10, (724 reviews)
"Will not staying there again"
United States
Zarico
The price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Desk, free WiFi

Zacatecoluca House

Zacatecoluca House
1.0 star property
Zacatecoluca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Atencion"
United States
Rosa Aminta
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Zacatecoluca House
Deluxe Double Room

Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is NZ$64
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Toucan Hostel
Exterior

Casa Magna Panama

Casa Magna Panama
1.0 star property
Las Tablas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The place exceed my expectations. Definitely, I will return and I recommend it."
United States
Rosmery I
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Casa Magna Panama
Front of property

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz La Laguna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"Lovely room, perfect view, very kind and helpful staff, good food, an overall very pleasant stay:)"
United States
Regina Margarita
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
Front of property

Cabañas Rancho Viejo

Cabañas Rancho Viejo
2.0 star property
San Mateo Río Hondo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Wonderful place! Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Beth
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Cabañas Rancho Viejo
Exterior

Hostal Camilas

Hostal Camilas
2.0 star property
Tamanique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Rogelio
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Hostal Camilas
Restaurant

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"The staff here are fantastic, always happy to help and make your stay enjoyable. Good food in the kitchen downstairs, as well as events hosted during the evenings. 10/10 would recommend!!!"
Canada
Ethan
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Viajero San José Hostel
Restaurant

Hotel Ibarra 14

Hotel Ibarra 14
4.5 star property
Patzcuaro Centro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and perfectly situated."
United States
Hector
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Hotel Ibarra 14
Interior

Palmerola Inn

Palmerola Inn
1.0 star property
Villa de San Antonio
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"clean, cozy, very close to the airport, nice people and breakfast was very good. "
United States
Jose Ivan
The price is NZ$62
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Palmerola Inn
Front of property

Bistro La Petite

Bistro La Petite
2.0 star property
San Francisco Chinameca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Genuine Salvadoran experience and hospitality! Fantastic food and the gorgeous views Chinameca comes with. "
United States
Sidney
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Bistro La Petite
Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

La Villa de los Alas

La Villa de los Alas
2.0 star property
Juayua
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"The rooms are very large, with great View yo a mountain, un the middle of a forest"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
La Villa de los Alas
Outdoor pool

Socialtel Atitlan

Socialtel Atitlan
3.0 star property
Panajachel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (177 reviews)
"Great breakfast options and welcoming atmosphere"
United States
Romir
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Socialtel Atitlan
View from property

The Funky Dodo Backpackers

The Funky Dodo Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hopkins
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
The Funky Dodo Backpackers
Exterior

Royal Rat Hostel

Royal Rat Hostel
2.0 star property
Placencia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Good energy and very accommodating. I'd stay here every time "
United States
Brittney
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Royal Rat Hostel
Beach nearby, sun-loungers

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)

Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
3.0 star property
Bocas del Toro
7.8 out of 10, Good, (141 reviews)
"Nice place nice staff"
United States
Macaulli
The price is NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Klika Bocas del Toro (formerly Selina)
Fridge, microwave

Casa Colibri Chirripo

Casa Colibri Chirripo
1.0 star property
Rivas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing property, well thought out comfy beds with fans / power / lights for each….. two different density pillows! There is a nice path to the river and comfy chairs to lounge in. Owners are super friendly and communication was easy. Parking lot is on the left side of the road about 100 feet before you reach the property on the right side of the road. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Casa Colibri Chirripo
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Top Central America Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

10/10 Excellent
"Located in an ideal location and definitely would book again. Enjoyed my stay. 10/10."
Richard 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

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Central America Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,935
Accommodation
28 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$62
Highest Price
NZ$306