{"id":12249,"date":"2017-05-09T11:10:06","date_gmt":"2017-05-09T15:10:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/?p=12249"},"modified":"2026-03-25T05:55:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T09:55:22","slug":"budget-friendly-hostel-playa-del-carmen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/budget-friendly-hostel-playa-del-carmen\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Hip &#038; Budget Friendly Hostels in Playa del Carmen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the price of flights skyrocketing, and the big chain hotel fees doing the same, it\u2019s not always easy to budget for a stay in paradise.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re planning a visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Playa del Carmen<\/a> and <strong>don&#8217;t want to pull on those purse strings<\/strong> quite so hard, then you\u2019re in luck.<\/p>\n<p>Playa has a whole host of <strong>fabulous hostels to choose from<\/strong>. From relaxing, Eco-friendly boutiques, to vibrant and colorful party centers, this beach town has it all.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re looking for a <strong>cheap accommodation option<\/strong>, but don&#8217;t want to lose out on the quality of your stay, then check out my guide to the most<strong> hip and budget friendly hostels in Playa del Carmen<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re bound to find one that excites the traveler in you.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sayab-Hostel-1024x576-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Sayab-Hostel-1024x576\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><b>Sayab<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/Sayab+Hostel\/@20.6765522,-87.1054028,12z\/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1ssayab!3m4!1s0x8f4e433b17c47599:0xede65f6544bb3eaf!8m2!3d20.6264686!4d-87.0756357\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calle 6 &amp; 15 Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $200 pesos per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sayabhostel.com.mx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sayab<\/a> is the new kid on the block\u2026 the trendy, popular and cool new kid.<\/p>\n<p>Already making waves with their awesome pool parties, industrial chic decor and rocking pool area, Sayab is quickly becoming one of the must stay hostels in Playa del Carmen.<\/p>\n<p>As you read this, they are fully booked for the next month.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s no surprise when this \u2018too cool for school\u2019 hostel hosts daily themed nights, such as all you can eat sushi, acoustic sessions, BBQs and burger specials, all for the extremely low price of $120 per head.<\/p>\n<p>These nights are open to the public,\u00a0 giving it\u2019s guests a chance to meet the locals, and maybe make some new travel buddies.<\/p>\n<p>Sayab offers a whole range of accommodation options. You can choose from mixed dorms, an all girls dorm, and different sized private rooms, all of which come with a free breakfast, and use of the beautiful hostel pool and sun loungers.<\/p>\n<h1><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12272\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Humble-Bumble-Hostel-1.jpg\" alt=\"Humble-Bumble-Hostel\" width=\"960\" height=\"660\" \/><\/h1>\n<h1><b>Humble Bumble<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/Humble+Bumble+Hostel\/@20.6326873,-87.0768401,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8f4e4325cbce894d:0xf7e7d6aa4ac86c04!8m2!3d20.6326823!4d-87.0746514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Constituyentes &amp; 30 Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $153 pesos pp\/per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This sweet hotel is 100% family run, and they pride themselves on welcoming everyone with open arms.<\/p>\n<p>This extra friendly approach created a fantastic community vibe throughout the hostel, much like a well functioning beehive!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/humblebumblehostel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Humble Bumble<\/a> gives their guests a whole host of free amenities, such as a delicious gourmet breakfast, happy hour drinks to help you meet fellow travelers and beach towels.<\/p>\n<p>Although this hostel is a little further from the beach than some others, it\u2019s actually in one of the most central locations of Playa del Carmen.<\/p>\n<p>Getting to the bus station, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/information\/shopping\/grocery-stores\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">grocery stores<\/a>, laundrette, bars and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/information\/shopping\/shopping-malls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shopping malls<\/a> is an absolute breeze from Humble Bumble.<\/p>\n<p>Each of their dorms and private rooms are beehive themed, and feature modernistic honeycomb decor, making for one unique place to stay.<\/p>\n<p>Humble Bumble\u00a0hostel also boasts a refreshing rooftop pool, complete with mini hammock garden and sun loungers, perfect for relaxing in the afternoon sun.<\/p>\n<h1><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12271\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostel-Che-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hostel-Che\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/h1>\n<h1><b>Hostel Che\u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/Hostel+Che\/@20.6261339,-87.0777192,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8f4e433b173f6de3:0x950b8eb457cd9da9!8m2!3d20.6261289!4d-87.0755305\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calle 6 &amp; 15 Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $250 pesos pp\/per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/hostelche.com.mx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hostel Che<\/a> is still stealing the top spot on websites such as <a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\">hostel.com<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/booking.com\">booking.com<\/a> thanks to their amazing facilities, and even more impressive customer service.<\/p>\n<p>The most important thing for the owners of Che is making their guests happy. They run a 24\/7 reception, give a little welcome bundle to each guest, offer free tours and salsa classes.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s never a dull moment at Hostel Che. From the social events at their infamous Roof Top Bar, to their pizza nights and live music specials, you are bound to meet some amazing people, and make lifelong memories in this hostel.<\/p>\n<p>There are 10 newly refurbished rooms on offer at Che, all of which come with fresh linen, wi-fi, A\/C and use of the modern and fully equipped kitchen.<\/p>\n<p>You can choose to bunk with some friendly strangers, share a room with a group of friends, or have a little \u2018me time\u2019 in one of their private rooms.<\/p>\n<h1><img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12273\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Lobo-del-mar-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Lobo-del-mar\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" \/><\/h1>\n<h1><b>Lobo del Mar<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/Lobo+de+Mar+Hostel+Playa+del+Carmen\/@20.6359684,-87.0722025,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8f4e4328e3618113:0xed3386c9813bd38f!8m2!3d20.6359634!4d-87.0700138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Calle 34 &amp; 25th Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $152 pesos pp\/per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This new hostel is the brainchild of the famous Santanera Group.<\/p>\n<p>They have mixed together all the usual funky vibes found in Almirante, Canibal Royal and Diablito, and created one kickass hostel.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/lobodemarhostel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lobo del Mar<\/a> is located in the trendy, up and coming end of Playa del Carmen, is only 3 blocks from 5th Avenue, and 4 from the palm tree lined\u00a0beaches.<\/p>\n<p>This marine themed hostel offers shared dorms, private rooms, and even a luxury premium room for those feeling a little flash. With their low prices and amazing value, going premium is absolutely still an affordable option.<\/p>\n<p>Lobo del Mar is all about inviting its guests to explore and learn more about the amazing Caribbean sea.<\/p>\n<p>They offer \u2018out of the ordinary\u2019 tours, such as bull shark and whale shark experiences, spear fishing, kite surfing, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/what-are-cenotes\">cenote exploring<\/a>. All of which, you can buy in a bundle with your room, lowering the price even more!<\/p>\n<p>To give this hostel added flare, they also have a rooftop Jacuzzi style pool and modern bar, which offer\u00a0some of the best sea views available in Playa.<\/p>\n<h1><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12275\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Yak-hostel-1.png\" alt=\"The-Yak-hostel\" width=\"882\" height=\"502\" \/><\/h1>\n<h1><b>The Yak<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/The+Yak\/@20.627999,-87.0755057,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8f4e433ab63bb189:0x3d55b439d8f41873!8m2!3d20.627994!4d-87.073317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Calle 10bis &amp; 10 Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $250 pesos pp\/per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When my friends stay in Playa del Carmen, they stay at <a href=\"http:\/\/yakhostel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Yak<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This quaint little hostel is still rated the best option on the prestigious <a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\">hostelworld.com<\/a>, and for a good reason.<\/p>\n<p>The Yak is a vibrant, friendly and perfectly located hostel, that has its guests coming back time and time again.<\/p>\n<p>They offer \u2018ice-breaker\u2019 activities such as happy hours, make your own guacamole and tequila tasting nights, that will have you making friends in no time.<\/p>\n<p>The Yak is only 2 blocks from Wallmart and the beach, one block from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/information\/shopping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">famous 5th Avenue<\/a>, and is right next to all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/nightlife\/\">the best clubs and restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Despite its awesome location, most of the guests prefer to stay in and spend the afternoon lazing around in the courtyard hammocks or soaking up some sun on the rooftop terrace.<\/p>\n<p>The Yak was proudly created for travelers, by travelers, so they know exactly what you want and need from a hostel experience.<\/p>\n<p>A 24-hour reception, cheap, but well-stocked bar, and cafe offering coffee and paninis are just some of the ways The Yak makes your stay special.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12276\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Enjoy-Playa-2.jpg\" alt=\"Enjoy-Playa\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><b>Enjoy Playa<\/b><\/h1>\n<h5>Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.mx\/maps\/place\/Enjoy+Playa+Hostel\/@20.625494,-87.0781767,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8f4e433b0b87747f:0xcf0025ae94fd864f!8m2!3d20.625489!4d-87.075988\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calle 4 &amp; 20 Avenue<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>Best Price: $228 pesos pp\/per night<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Stone baked pizza, a refreshing pool, friendly staff and comfy beds\u2026 what more could you want from a hostel?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.enjoyplayahostel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enjoy Playa<\/a> is one of the lesser known hostels in Playa del Carmen, but it shouldn&#8217;t be.<\/p>\n<p>This bright building offers mixed dormitories, a female only dorm and private rooms, all equipped with air conditioning, free wi-fi, and use of the lockers.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy Playa also doubles up as a delicious pizza and pasta restaurant, open to the public, but offering guests first pick of the tables, and special rates on the food and drinks.<\/p>\n<p>The lounge bar is also the perfect place to kick back and relax after a long day of soaking up the Caribbean sun. They offer fresh juices, delicious cocktails, and well priced, local beer.<\/p>\n<p>Weekly event nights give guests an opportunity to socialize with the staff and locals, and enjoy something a little different.<\/p>\n<p>Beer Pong and burgers, live acoustic sessions, all-you-can-eat pizza and Argentinean nights are just some of the activities on offer at Enjoy Playa hostel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Have you stayed in any of these amazing hostels? Let us know what you thought in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the price of flights skyrocketing, and the big chain hotel fees doing the same, it\u2019s not always easy to budget for a stay in paradise. 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