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Dorm beds in Huaraz, Peru range from $4 to $30/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 40 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Oct 1, Aug 28, Aug 29.

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Hostel prices in Huaraz, Peru

A typical dorm night in Huaraz runs about $4.

Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $4/night) and July the most expensive (from $4/night).

At $4/night and up, Huaraz is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Peru.

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Hostels we track in Huaraz

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Local knowledge for Huaraz

Where to stay

Budget travelers cluster along Jr. Luzuriaga and the blocks around Parque Ginebra, where most hostels, tour agencies, and cheap restaurants sit within a five-minute walk of each other. Jr. Simón Bolívar and Jr. José de Sucre are slightly quieter with similar options and often better nightly rates.

Getting around

  • Tour agencies on Jr. Luzuriaga sell spots on the same shared vans to Laguna 69 and Llanganuco. Walk in on the morning of a run and prices are negotiable, especially if you are filling a last seat.
  • Combis to Carhuaz, Yungay, and other valley towns leave from near the Mercado Central on Jr. Cruz Romero for a few soles each way, far cheaper than the packaged day tours hitting the same destinations.
  • Huaraz sits at 3,050m and most trailheads start above 4,000m. Budget a full rest day before any serious hiking or altitude sickness will cut the trip short. Many hostels keep oxygen on hand, which is a useful indicator of whether the staff knows what they are doing.

When to go

Hostels sit half-empty and rates drop during the wet season, November through April. June through August is trekking season and beds fill fast, especially around Fiestas Patrias in late July.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Huaraz cost per night?

Dorm beds in Huaraz currently range from $4 to $30/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Huaraz?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Huaraz are October 1, August 28, August 29.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Huaraz?

HostelHawk currently tracks 40 hostels in Huaraz, Peru.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Huaraz?

Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Huaraz, with dorm beds from $4/night.

Is Huaraz affordable compared to other hostel cities in Peru?

Huaraz is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Peru, with dorm prices starting from $4/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Huaraz?

Budget travelers cluster along Jr. Luzuriaga and the blocks around Parque Ginebra, where most hostels, tour agencies, and cheap restaurants sit within a five-minute walk of each other. Jr. Simón Bolívar and Jr. José de Sucre are slightly quieter with similar options and often better nightly rates.

What is the best time of year to visit Huaraz?

Hostels sit half-empty and rates drop during the wet season, November through April. June through August is trekking season and beds fill fast, especially around Fiestas Patrias in late July.