Puno Hostel Prices — HostelHound

How much do hostels in Puno cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Puno, Peru range from $3 to $12/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 29 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Sep 21, Sep 22, Oct 31.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $4.

At $3/night and up, Puno is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Peru.

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 12 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: 2026-09-20T09:22:12.219Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include September 21 (one night),September 22 (one night),October 31 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Puno

Where to stay

Most budget hostels sit within a few blocks of the Plaza de Armas, concentrated along Jirón Lima, the pedestrian street that runs inland from the Plaza de Armas toward Parque Pino. Staying here keeps you close to buses, boat departures, and the market without needing a taxi for daily errands.

Getting around

Puno sits at 3,827 meters. Spend your first afternoon resting rather than sightseeing, and try coca tea if your guesthouse has it. Altitude sickness can wipe out the first day of a short trip.
Boats to the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island depart from the lake port, about a 15-minute walk east of the Plaza de Armas. Tour agencies along Jirón Lima typically charge less for the same trip than packages arranged through accommodation.
Night buses from Cusco and Arequipa arrive at the Terminal Terrestre on the edge of town. A mototaxi to the hostel area near Plaza de Armas costs a couple of soles and takes around five minutes. Agree on the fare before you get in.

When to go

Hostels fill and prices spike during the Fiesta de la Candelaria in early February and during the dry-season rush in July and August. The rainy months of November through January offer the lowest nightly rates, outside of Candelaria week.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Puno cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $4. Dorm beds currently range from $3 to $12/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Puno?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Puno include September 21, September 22, October 31.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Puno?

HostelHound currently tracks 29 hostels in Puno, Peru.

Is Puno affordable compared to other hostel cities in Peru?

Puno is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Peru, with dorm prices starting from $3/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Puno?

Most budget hostels sit within a few blocks of the Plaza de Armas, concentrated along Jirón Lima, the pedestrian street that runs inland from the Plaza de Armas toward Parque Pino. Staying here keeps you close to buses, boat departures, and the market without needing a taxi for daily errands.

What is the best time of year to visit Puno?

Hostels fill and prices spike during the Fiesta de la Candelaria in early February and during the dry-season rush in July and August. The rainy months of November through January offer the lowest nightly rates, outside of Candelaria week.