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Next weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Central America hostels

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1. Hotel Virreyes México

Hotel Virreyes México
2.0 star property
Historic Center
6.8 out of 10, (8 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$101
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Virreyes México
Exterior

2. Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel

Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel
3.0 star property
Zona Hotelera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (826 reviews)
" Great place! "
Canada
Shyanne
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Mayan Monkey Cancun | Social Hotel
Front of property

3. Cabañas Rancho Viejo

Cabañas Rancho Viejo
2.0 star property
San Mateo Río Hondo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Wonderful place! Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Beth
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Cabañas Rancho Viejo
Restaurant

4. Hotel Ibarra 14

Hotel Ibarra 14
4.5 star property
Patzcuaro Centro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and perfectly situated."
United States
Hector
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hotel Ibarra 14
Exterior

5. Casa Magna Panama

Casa Magna Panama
1.0 star property
Las Tablas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Very clean and welcoming "
Canada
Patricia
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Casa Magna Panama
Interior

6. Palmerola Inn

Palmerola Inn
1.0 star property
Villa de San Antonio
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"clean, cozy, very close to the airport, nice people and breakfast was very good. "
United States
Jose Ivan
The price is NZ$56
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Palmerola Inn
Porch

7. Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
2.0 star property
Puerto Jiménez
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"Clean, staff excellent, location convenient. Great place to stay"
United States
James
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
Exterior

8. La posada de Don Lito

La posada de Don Lito
2.0 star property
La Libertad
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Todo bien me Gusto"
United States
Irma
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
La posada de Don Lito
Deluxe Double Room

9. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Toucan Hostel
Classic Room, Balcony, Courtyard View | Balcony

10. Luffa Hostel

Luffa Hostel
1.0 star property
Santa Lucía del Camino
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"My experience regarding a hostel I recently stayed at during my trip to Oaxaca. I spent two weeks there and found it to be an excellent place for travelers. The owners were incredibly friendly and accommodating, which made my stay even more pleasant. Additionally, the hostel was very clean, and I felt safe in the surrounding area. Based on my experience, I highly recommend this hostel to anyone planning to visit Oaxaca."
United States
Socorro
The price is NZ$28
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Luffa Hostel
Front of property

11. La Iguana Perdida - Hostel

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz La Laguna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113 reviews)
"Amazing experience"
United States
Valeria
The price is NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

12. Casa Colibri Chirripo

Casa Colibri Chirripo
2.0 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$93
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Casa Colibri Chirripo
Exterior

13. Royal Rat Hostel

Royal Rat Hostel
2.0 star property
Placencia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Good energy and very accommodating. I'd stay here every time "
United States
Brittney
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Royal Rat Hostel
Standard Room

14. Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Casa Madonna Hotel
View from property

15. 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$86
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Funky Dodo Backpackers
Restaurant

16. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Conveniently located and I will be back 👍"
United States
Devon
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Viajero San José Hostel
Exterior

17. Cabañas Dilany

Cabañas Dilany
2.0 star property
Moyagalpa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Excellent. To come back"
Spain
Itxaso
The price is NZ$34
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Cabañas Dilany
Front of property

18. Bistro La Petite

Bistro La Petite
2.0 star property
San Francisco Chinameca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Genuine Salvadoran experience and hospitality! Fantastic food and the gorgeous views Chinameca comes with. "
United States
Sidney
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Bistro La Petite
Exterior detail

19. Pipe House Playa Grande

Pipe House Playa Grande
2.5 star property
Cabo Velas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Awesome experience. Felipe put a lot of love into this place."
United States
pamela
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Pipe House Playa Grande
Desk, free WiFi

20. Zacatecoluca House

Zacatecoluca House
1.0 star property
Zacatecoluca
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Very dirty room,"
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Zacatecoluca House
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Top Central America Hotel Reviews

Live Aqua Cancun - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

Live Aqua Cancun - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

8/10 Good
"Wish food quality was better at certain restaurants. Needs more sugar free and gluten free choices."
Avi 6-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Live Aqua Cancun - Adults Only - All-Inclusive

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Central America Hostels information

Number of reviews
377
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$28
Highest Price
NZ$293