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4 Dec - 6 Dec
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Our top choices for Santa Elena hostels

A swimming pool with a unicorn float, surrounded by lounge chairs and a bar area.

1. Viajero Bacalar Hostel

Viajero Bacalar Hostel
2.0 star property
Mario Villanueva Madrid
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great location, great service, great value! Las 3s Bs, Bruno, bonito, y barato"
United States
Richard
The price is RM175
RM223 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Viajero Bacalar Hostel
A house with a thatched roof, a concrete floor, and a view of palm trees.

2. Hostal & Camping El Árbol de la Vida.

Hostal & Camping El Árbol de la Vida.
1.0 star property
Mario Villanueva Madrid
The price is RM71
RM97 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hostal & Camping El Árbol de la Vida.
A reception area with a 'welcome' sign, a television, and a reception desk.

3. Casa Vacaional

Casa Vacaional
1.0 star property
Bacalar
The price is RM571
RM703 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Casa Vacaional
A wooden pier extending into a calm sea with a clear sky, a sailboat, and kayaks docked.

4. Nativo Bacalar

Nativo Bacalar
1.0 star property
Benito Juárez
The price is RM40
RM60 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Nativo Bacalar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Santa Elena?

Our travellers like these places to stay in the area, and they may have reasonable rates: Fiesta Inn Chetumal Hotel - 5.6 mi (9 km) from the heart of Santa Elena. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance at this hotel. Casa Aakal Lagoon Front - 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from the heart of Santa Elena. Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Bacalar. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Elena?

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually May and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are June, September, October and August, with each month seeing an average of 204 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Santa Elena?

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy these things around Santa Elena. Get out into nature with places such as Laguna Milagros, Explanada de la Bandera and Cenote Azul. Cultural attractions include Museum of Maya Culture, Museo de la Ciudad and Lighthouse Museum. Additional attractions include Chetumal Ferry Terminal, Cenote Cocalitos and Cenote Esmeralda.

What's the best way to get to and around Santa Elena while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Elena on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.), 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Corozal (CZH), which is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) away.