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How much do hostels in Merida cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Merida, Mexico range from $10 to $31/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 26 hostels.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10.

At $10/night and up, Merida is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Mexico.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 16 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-05T18:44:50.544Z.

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Local knowledge for Merida

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster along Calle 60 and Calle 62 in the Centro Histórico, which puts you within walking distance of the Plaza Grande and Mercado Lucas de Gálvez. Barrio de Santiago, a few blocks northwest, is quieter and has a handful of guesthouses near Parque de Santiago if you want to be slightly off the main drag.

Getting around

  • Colectivos on Calle 62 run to Progreso beach for a few pesos each way. The tourist shuttles from hostels charge five times that.
  • Mercado Lucas de Gálvez (on Calle 56A near Calle 67) serves full comida corrida lunches for very little. The sit-down restaurants on Calle 60 charge three times as much for similar food.
  • Book a week out minimum if your dates overlap with Carnaval (February) or Hanal Pixán (early November). Those weekends fill months in advance and last-minute prices double.

When to go

September and October are the cheapest months once the rainy season winds down, while December through March brings the biggest crowds and hostel prices spike, especially around Merida Fest in January.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Merida cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10. Dorm beds currently range from $10 to $31/night across the next 3 months of availability.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Merida?

HostelHound currently tracks 26 hostels in Merida, Mexico.

Is Merida affordable compared to other hostel cities in Mexico?

Merida is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Mexico, with dorm prices starting from $10/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Merida?

Most hostels cluster along Calle 60 and Calle 62 in the Centro Histórico, which puts you within walking distance of the Plaza Grande and Mercado Lucas de Gálvez. Barrio de Santiago, a few blocks northwest, is quieter and has a handful of guesthouses near Parque de Santiago if you want to be slightly off the main drag.

What is the best time of year to visit Merida?

September and October are the cheapest months once the rainy season winds down, while December through March brings the biggest crowds and hostel prices spike, especially around Merida Fest in January.