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Dorm beds in Tulum, Mexico range from $5 to $78/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 35 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 4, Jul 6.

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Hostel prices in Tulum, Mexico

A typical dorm night in Tulum runs about $8.

Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $5/night) and September the most expensive (from $8/night).

At $5/night and up, Tulum is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Mexico.

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Hostels we track in Tulum

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Local knowledge for Tulum

Where to stay

Nearly all the hostels sit in Tulum Pueblo, the inland town center, along or just off Avenida Tulum. The beach zone (Zona Hotelera) is a 10 to 15 minute bike ride away, but prices there are a completely different category.

Getting around

  • Take colectivos instead of taxis. The shared vans departing near the ADO bus terminal in the pueblo connect you to the beach, Cobá, and Playa del Carmen for a fraction of what a taxi charges, and they run frequently throughout the day.
  • Gran Cenote, a few kilometers out of town on the road toward Cobá, is one of the clearest swimming spots near Tulum and considerably less crowded than the cenotes marketed directly from the beach strip.
  • Eat on Avenida Tulum in the pueblo rather than anywhere near the beach clubs. The same fish tacos cost two to three times more once you cross into the Zona Hotelera.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest in September and October when hurricane season keeps crowds thin, and they fill up fast from mid-December through March, with Semana Santa in April being the tightest stretch of all.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Tulum cost per night?

Dorm beds in Tulum currently range from $5 to $78/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

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

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Tulum are July 5, July 4, July 6.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Tulum?

HostelHawk currently tracks 35 hostels in Tulum, Mexico.

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

Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Tulum, with dorm beds from $5/night.

Is Tulum affordable compared to other hostel cities in Mexico?

Tulum is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Mexico, with dorm prices starting from $5/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Tulum?

Nearly all the hostels sit in Tulum Pueblo, the inland town center, along or just off Avenida Tulum. The beach zone (Zona Hotelera) is a 10 to 15 minute bike ride away, but prices there are a completely different category.

What is the best time of year to visit Tulum?

Hostels are cheapest in September and October when hurricane season keeps crowds thin, and they fill up fast from mid-December through March, with Semana Santa in April being the tightest stretch of all.