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Nílu Cancun Zona Hotelera by Selina

Nílu Cancun Zona Hotelera by Selina

Nílu Cancun Zona Hotelera by Selina
3.0 star property
Zona Hotelera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (32)
"Great value! Very clean & spacious room. A/C worked great! Staff extremely friendly. Awesome location. Nice pool & lots of amenities- restaurant, cafe, library, kitchen, etc"
United States
Jeffrey Craig
The price is ￥7,532
￥9,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Nílu Cancun Zona Hotelera by Selina
Terrace/patio
Royal Rat Hostel

Royal Rat Hostel

Royal Rat Hostel
2.0 star property
Placencia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Nice, comfortable stay in the cabana. Definitely recommend."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥9,125
￥9,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Royal Rat Hostel
Beach
Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
2.0 star property
Puerto Jiménez
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (56)
"Friendly, quick and easy check-in "
United States
Jill
Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
Sports facility
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
2.0 star property
Rio Hato
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Was a lovely lovely stay. The breakfast was excellent, and the family staff was so kind and accommodating. "
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥6,239
￥6,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi
Palmerola Inn

Palmerola Inn

Palmerola Inn
1.0 star property
Villa de San Antonio
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (5)
"Clean and very nice, loved it"
United States
Julio
The price is ￥5,308
￥6,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Palmerola Inn
Outdoor pool
Socialtel Atitlan

Socialtel Atitlan

Socialtel Atitlan
3.0 star property
Panajachel
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (153)
"We enjoyed the hotel very much especially the staff .h"
United States
Sergio
The price is ￥13,552
￥16,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Socialtel Atitlan
Garden view
Hostal Portal de Champey - Hostel

Hostal Portal de Champey - Hostel

Hostal Portal de Champey - Hostel
2.0 star property
San Agustin Lanquin
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"Can’t complain it was good for the days I needed it and the close proximity to Sumec "
United States
Valery
The price is ￥2,532
￥3,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hostal Portal de Champey - Hostel
Breakfast and dinner served
Lower Dover Jungle Lodge & Maya Ruins - Hostel

Lower Dover Jungle Lodge & Maya Ruins - Hostel

Lower Dover Jungle Lodge & Maya Ruins - Hostel
2.0 star property
Unitedville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Incredible all around Good vibes and people "
United States
Emily
Lower Dover Jungle Lodge & Maya Ruins - Hostel
Waterslide
Hostal Oasis The Traveler - Hostel

Hostal Oasis The Traveler - Hostel

Hostal Oasis The Traveler - Hostel
2.0 star property
San Agustin Lanquin
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (68)
"The best Hotel in Lanquin, excellent and friendly staff, good food"
United States
Cesar
The price is ￥2,563
￥3,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hostal Oasis The Traveler - Hostel
Printers
Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Awesome "
United States
Martin
The price is ￥7,633
￥8,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Gaudys Hotel
Rooftop terrace
The Nomadic Hotel

The Nomadic Hotel

The Nomadic Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"The place was very stylish and clean. The staff were super friendly and helpful with all of my needs. The owner is a hands on type of guy that strives to keep his guests satisfied and the food was delicious. You should check this place out! "
United States
Mohamed
The Nomadic Hotel
Interior
Hostal Casa Gavilan

Hostal Casa Gavilan

Hostal Casa Gavilan
1.0 star property
Tecamac
The price is ￥4,686
￥5,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hostal Casa Gavilan
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom sink
Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"This is my go to stay in San Jose. The staff is lovely, the beds are comfortable, the area is great, and the vibe is relaxed. I have nothing at all bad to say about this place and I plan to stay here many more times when I pass through San Jose."
United States
Michael
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casa Colibrí

Casa Colibrí

Casa Colibrí
1.0 star property
Zona 13
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (11)
"Stay was good. Room was clean, quiet and comfortable. Hotel is in a gated community. Close to the zoo and several Museums. Both within walking distance as are a few restaurants There is also a little store inside the gate that sales snacks and drinks. "
United States
Jim
The price is ￥3,422
￥7,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Casa Colibrí
Outdoor pool
La Botella de Leche - Hostel

La Botella de Leche - Hostel

La Botella de Leche - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tamarindo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (66)
"Great stay! Nice accommodations- super friendly "
United States
Paul
The price is ￥13,111
￥14,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
La Botella de Leche - Hostel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel

Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel

Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel
2.0 star property
El Viejo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (21)
"Simple, clean and friendly hotel. Close to beach. In hotel restaurant is pretty good considering the location. "
United States
Soyoup
Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel
Exterior
Nanda Parbat Hostal

Nanda Parbat Hostal

Nanda Parbat Hostal
2.0 star property
San Rafael Cedros
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Very unique A great stay for the culture and surroundings "
Canada
Luis
Nanda Parbat Hostal
Front of property
Iguana Azul - Hostel

Iguana Azul - Hostel

Iguana Azul - Hostel
2.0 star property
Copan Ruinas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Yes it had great everything!"
United States
Anthony
Iguana Azul - Hostel
Interior
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (197)
"Everything was good, friendly staff, room as expected."
Canada
Tom
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Sundeck
Mezcal Hotel

Mezcal Hotel

Mezcal Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cancun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (200)
"It is absolutely great! Super cute property, nice area, affordable price! "
United States
Nadia
The price is ￥10,978
￥14,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Mezcal Hotel
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Top Central America Hotel Reviews

Moon Palace Cancun - All-Inclusive

Moon Palace Cancun - All-Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Great views, the balcony with the hammock looking into both lush and deep greenery while also looking over at the beautiful Caribbean Sea is a true pleasure. Service is fast. The ambiance extraordinary!!"
Jatin 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Moon Palace Cancun - All-Inclusive

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Central America Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,193
Accommodation
15 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,212
Highest Price
￥16,534