Looking for a breakdown of the best Puerto Escondido hostels for your upcoming visit? We’ve got you covered.
Best Hostels in Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido has a great hostel scene and offers a wide variety of choices for those who are seeking budget friendly accommodations that are not only safe but also centrally located.
If you’re a digital nomad or remote worker who is planning on visiting Puerto Escondido, be sure to refer to the hostels that offer cowork spaces below.
Below, you’ll find a list of the best hostels in Puerto Escondido.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.6 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Hidalgo S/N Santa María Colotepec Brisas de Zicatela, 70934 Puerto Escondido
Che Puerto Escondido Hostel
Che Puerto Escondido Hostel is a new hostel in Puerto Escondido that opened in February 2023 and is just a three-minute stroll from La Punta Zicatela. .
Every room comes with comfortable bed linens. Get around with ease by using their on-site bike rental service. Sing some karaoke as you enjoy a drink or meal from their on-site eateries.
If you are on a business trip or planning to work remotely in Puerto Escondido, use the hostel’s co-working space. Get free unlimited coffee while using the space. Take a relaxing dip in the jacuzzi in the late afternoon just after sunset.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.2 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Av. Del Morro 4, Playa Zicatela, 70934 Brisas de Zicatela
Selina Puerto Escondido
Selina Puerto Escondido offers an unbeatable location – just steps from Playa Zicatela; one of the best beaches for surfing in Puerto Escondido.
Selina is one of the few places in Puerto Escondido that offers reliable, high-speed Internet and Wi-Fi (Starlink Connection) – one of the many reasons why this is the most popular hostel for digital nomads in Puerto Escondido.
6, 8 and 10-bed dorms as well as female only 8-bed dorms, family rooms that accommodate up to 4 guests and private rooms types including suites, lofts, teepees and more that can accommodate between 2-4 guests. All rooms have air conditioning.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.4 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Alejandro Cárdenas Peralta S/n, Brisas de Zicatela, 70934 Puerto Escondido
Bonita Escondida Hostel
Bonita Escondida is a very well-known hostel that caters to guests who are on the younger end of the spectrum and those who love to party.
This hostel is located in La Punta and is a great place to hangout, meet new friends and pregame before heading out to party in Puerto Escondido.
Bonita Escondida hosts a lot of events each week for their guests including sunset parties, pool parties as well as a variety of classes on their rooftop.
Be prepared to meet lots of like-minded, party-hungry backpackers around the pool and bar area.
6, 8 and 12-bed mixed dorms and two different types of private rooms – all equipped with air conditioning.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.4 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Océano Antártico 1, Granjas del Pescador, 71984 Puerto Escondido
Tower Bridge Hostel
Tower bridge hostel is the best hostel in Puerto Escondido for solo travelers. It’s also one of the cheapest hostels in Puerto Escondido so don’t expect luxurious rooms.
What truly sets Tower Bridge Hostel apart are the common areas and the atmosphere. Every day, the hostel offers different activities like beer pong, table football tournaments, sunset, beach hangouts, trivia and BBQ nights for $150 MXN pesos.
Tower Bridge Hostel has a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and in order to get to the other side of the hostel, you have to cross a small bridge that spans over the pool. 6 and 8-bed dorm rooms and various private room options that can accommodate 2, 3 or 4 people.
Tower Bridge Hostel is a budget hostel in Puerto Escondido and the rooms are not equipped with air conditioning but they do have fans. For some extra comfort, every dorm bed has a privacy curtain and a small personal fan. Inside the lockers of the dorm rooms there are sockets to securely charge your electronic devices.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.8 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: C. Océano Índicó 751, Granjas del Pescador, 71984 Puerto Escondido
Nopalero
Nopalero is a small, laid back hostel located in the center of Puerto Escondido.
There is a local market within 10 minutes walking distance of Nopalero and the best beaches for swimming in Puerto Escondido can be reached within 20 minutes on foot.
If you’re a lover of gardens, this hostel is filled with lots of really cool plants, trees and flowers. 6 and 8-bed dorms as well as a female only 8-bed dorm room.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.6 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Mantarrayas, Rinconada, 71983 Puerto Escondido
Vivo Escondido
Vivo Escondido is a big villa conveniently located in Rinconada and is very close to the beginner surf beach known as Playa Carizalillo.
One of the many perks of staying in the Rinconada area is that it’s a lot more tranquil than Zicatela or La Punta yet it offers a wide variety of restaurant options to choose from.
Guests at Vivo Escondido can spend their time sipping on beers by the pool, lounging in the hammocks while reading a book or playing ping pong.
6 or 8-bed dorm rooms and private rooms with shared bathrooms.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.7 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Esquina Costera, Calle Segunda Nte. s/n, Centro, 71980 Puerto Escondido, Oax.
Casa Losodeli
Casa Losodeli is a hostel with a coworking space. Most guests pick this hostel when they need to get work done.
The location is right between the city center and the swimming beaches. Both are at a 10 minutes walking distance.
Choose between a female only 4 bed dorm, a mixed 4 bed dorm or different privates for two people. None of the rooms have air conditioning.
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⭐️ Hotel Rating: 4.9 (Read Reviews)
📍 Address: Residencial Don Goyo, Calle Julio César MZ10, Cam. a la Cruz, 70934 Puerto Escondido
Villa Bonobo
If you’re looking for maximum comfort with the vibe of a hostel, Volla Bonobo is the place for you.
Villa Bonobo is a home and co-living space located just 10 minutes walking distance to La Punta.
This hostel is perfect if you want a more laid back experience and a good night’s sleep.
Every Wednesday they organize an all-you-can-eat BBQ on their rooftop for 200 pesos per person.
Another perk about staying at Villa Bonobo is that breakfast is included in the price of your stay and according to reviews, the guests seem to really enjoy it.
Map of Hostels in Puerto Escondido
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where should I stay in Puerto Escondido?
The best place to stay in Puerto Escondido is Brisas de Zicatela (La Punta). This is currently the trendiest neighborhood in Puerto Escondido due to the development of new bars, cafes and restaurants which line the main beach road leading to La Punta.
2. How many days should I spend in Puerto Escondido?
Visitors should plan on spending 4 to 5 nights in Puerto Escondido in order to truly explore all of the different neighborhoods and visit all of the best bars, restaurants and beaches in the area.