Manaus
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Dorm beds in Manaus, Brazil range from $19 to $24/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 6 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Manaus, Brazil
A typical dorm night in Manaus runs about $19.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $19/night) and September the most expensive (from $20/night).
At $19/night and up, Manaus is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Brazil.
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Local knowledge for Manaus
Where to stay
Centro has the most budget beds, with hostels concentrated near Praça São Sebastião and Rua dos Barés, a short walk from the port, Teatro Amazonas, and Mercado Adolpho Lisboa. It gets loud on weekend nights but you're close to everything that matters for an Amazon base.
Getting around
- Skip the packaged Meeting of the Waters tours and buy a seat on a public ferry from the Hidroviária do Amazonas port instead. Same confluence, a fraction of the cost.
- Overnight river ferries to Belém or Santarém leave from the same port and cost almost nothing if you bring a hammock. It's a two-to-four day trip and genuinely one of the cheapest ways to travel the Amazon.
- Buy any electronics or bus tickets in the Zona Franca duty-free zone rather than at the airport. The price gap on electronics in particular is significant.
When to go
Rates are lowest in May and October. Expect hostels to fill up fast in late June and July when the Festival de Parintins draws crowds from across the region, and again around Carnival in February.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Manaus cost per night?
Dorm beds in Manaus currently range from $19 to $24/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Manaus?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Manaus are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Manaus?
HostelHawk currently tracks 6 hostels in Manaus, Brazil.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Manaus?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Manaus, with dorm beds from $19/night.
Is Manaus affordable compared to other hostel cities in Brazil?
Manaus is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Brazil, with dorm prices starting from $19/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Manaus?
Centro has the most budget beds, with hostels concentrated near Praça São Sebastião and Rua dos Barés, a short walk from the port, Teatro Amazonas, and Mercado Adolpho Lisboa. It gets loud on weekend nights but you're close to everything that matters for an Amazon base.
What is the best time of year to visit Manaus?
Rates are lowest in May and October. Expect hostels to fill up fast in late June and July when the Festival de Parintins draws crowds from across the region, and again around Carnival in February.