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Our top choices for Central America hostels

A modern cabin with a wooden deck, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a forested area.

1. Cabañas Rancho Viejo

Cabañas Rancho Viejo
2.0 star property
San Mateo Río Hondo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Highly recommended!"
United States
Luis
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Cabañas Rancho Viejo
A covered patio area with wooden flooring, potted plants, and black wicker furniture.

2. 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$68
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Luffa Hostel
A spacious balcony with a wooden ceiling and a view of a building with a thatched roof.

3. Restaurante y Hostal The Eeagle

Restaurante y Hostal The Eeagle
2.0 star property
San Luis Talpa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"The staff was really attentive to my husband and myself. The hotel was super clean and the food was amazing"
United States
Joanna
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Restaurante y Hostal The Eeagle
A restaurant with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and a menu board.

4. Palmerola Inn

Palmerola Inn
1.0 star property
Villa de San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"clean, cozy, very close to the airport, nice people and breakfast was very good. "
United States
Jose Ivan
The price is NZ$54
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Palmerola Inn
Room

5. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"The room was clean & well kept. The bed was comfortable. Good stay overall"
United States
Henry
The price is NZ$61
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Toucan Hostel
A hotel room with two single beds, a small table with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a marble-patterned headboard.

6. Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
1.5 star property
Tocumen Airport
6.0 out of 10, (790 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Oscar
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
A modern living room with a beige sofa, a glass coffee table, and a vase with dried plants.

7. CHECK INN HOSTAL AEROPUERTO GDL - Hostel

CHECK INN HOSTAL AEROPUERTO GDL - Hostel
2.0 star property
Las Pintitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (543 reviews)
"Todo excelente"
Mexico
Jose Antonio
The price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
CHECK INN HOSTAL AEROPUERTO GDL - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a brick wall, and a mural on the wall.

8. Hostal y Restaurante La Casa Mia

Hostal y Restaurante La Casa Mia
2.0 star property
Berlin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Todo"
United States
Erika
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hostal y Restaurante La Casa Mia
A pool area with a stone pathway, surrounded by lush greenery.

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height909hostal
2.0 star property
Juayua
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Place was clean and was well decorated. And Host went above and beyond to make the stay at this hotel a pleasant stay."
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by stone walls and wooden railings.

10. Hotel Ibarra 14

Hotel Ibarra 14
4.5 star property
Patzcuaro Centro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and perfectly situated."
United States
Hector
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Ibarra 14
A swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

11. 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$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La posada de Don Lito
A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

12. 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$90
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Funky Dodo Backpackers
A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, wooden furniture, and potted plants.

13. Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
2.0 star property
Puerto Jiménez
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63 reviews)
"Super convenient, clean and quiet"
United States
Julie
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
A wooden bench with a 'welcome' sign, a vase with red flowers, and a plant.

14. Hostal la.casa de Ross

Hostal la.casa de Ross
2.0 star property
Santa Ana
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Really nice place at four blocks from main plaza. Ms. Ros is very nice and helpful. We will come back again. The place us very authentic."
United States
Jaime
The price is NZ$41
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hostal la.casa de Ross
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with horizontal lines, a small side table with a vase, and artwork on the wall.

15. Hostal Boutique Zona Rosa San Benito

Hostal Boutique Zona Rosa San Benito
1.0 star property
San Benito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great location, close to everything in the San Benito area"
United States
Oscar H
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hostal Boutique Zona Rosa San Benito
A wooden bed with a headboard, two pillows, and a blue-striped bedspread in a room with brown curtains and a tiled floor.

16. Mi Refugio

Mi Refugio
2.0 star property
Valle de Agua Arriba
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mi Refugio
Exterior

17. Casa Magna Panama

Casa Magna Panama
1.0 star property
Las Tablas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Very clean and welcoming "
Canada
Patricia
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Casa Magna Panama
A patio with two chairs facing a mountain view.

18. La Iguana Perdida - Hostel

La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Cruz La Laguna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Amazing experience"
United States
Valeria
The price is NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
La Iguana Perdida - Hostel
A structure made of large cylindrical wooden barrels arranged in a circular pattern, with a central staircase connecting them.

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$129
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Pipe House Playa Grande
A nighttime outdoor area with a modern building, illuminated plants, and decorative lighting.

20. 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$121
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Royal Rat Hostel
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Top Central America Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great, the food not so much, but besides that, I will stay there again"
Luis 5-night trip
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Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

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Central America Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,747
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$40
Highest Price
NZ$288