San Ignacio
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How much do hostels in San Ignacio cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in San Ignacio, Belize range from $11 to $25/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 9 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12.
Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $11/night.
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in San Ignacio start at $11/night. San Ignacio is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Belize; 2 of 3 other tracked cities with current prices have higher starting prices.
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 4 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: 2026-10-11T07:26:14.410Z.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include October 13 (one night),October 14 (one night),October 15 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.
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- Bella's Backpackers 8.1 · 1,010 reviews
- Yellow Belly Backpackers 8.9 · 590 reviews
- D's Hostel 9.7 · 381 reviews
- Lower Dover Jungle Lodge & Maya Ruins 9.7 · 296 reviews
- Kawoq Hostel 10.0 · 47 reviews
- Parrot Nest Lodge 10.0 · 24 reviews
- Drift Inn Cayo 8.3 · 19 reviews
- Midas Resort 13 reviews
Local knowledge for San Ignacio
Where to stay
Most budget accommodation clusters on and just off Burns Avenue, the main commercial strip running through the town center, putting you within walking distance of tour operators, restaurants, and the market by the Macal River. Santa Elena, across the Hawkesworth Bridge, has a handful of cheaper guesthouses if you don't mind a short walk back into town.
Getting around
- Tour prices for ATM Cave vary a lot between operators, and most of them have offices or storefronts right on Burns Avenue. Walk a few doors down and compare quotes before committing to anyone.
- The Saturday market near the river is the best spot for a cheap, filling local breakfast. Get there before 9 a.m. for the best selection of fresh tamales and fry jacks.
- Colectivo vans running between San Ignacio and Belize City are a fraction of the cost of a shuttle. They leave when full from the town center, so budget extra time but save real money on the journey.
When to go
Hostels fill up and prices climb from late December through April when the weather is dry, especially around Christmas and Easter week. June through October is the rainy season and the slowest period for tourism, so you'll find the most availability and lowest rates, with September typically being the quietest month.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in San Ignacio cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12. Dorm beds currently range from $11 to $25/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in San Ignacio?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in San Ignacio include October 13, October 14, October 15.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in San Ignacio?
HostelHound currently tracks 9 hostels in San Ignacio, Belize.
How much do hostels in San Ignacio cost in October?
Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $11/night.
Is San Ignacio affordable compared to other hostel cities in Belize?
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in San Ignacio start at $11/night. San Ignacio is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Belize; 2 of 3 other tracked cities with current prices have higher starting prices.
Where do backpackers stay in San Ignacio?
Most budget accommodation clusters on and just off Burns Avenue, the main commercial strip running through the town center, putting you within walking distance of tour operators, restaurants, and the market by the Macal River. Santa Elena, across the Hawkesworth Bridge, has a handful of cheaper guesthouses if you don't mind a short walk back into town.
What is the best time of year to visit San Ignacio?
Hostels fill up and prices climb from late December through April when the weather is dry, especially around Christmas and Easter week. June through October is the rainy season and the slowest period for tourism, so you'll find the most availability and lowest rates, with September typically being the quietest month.