Hostels in Guatemala City

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Cheapest monthJuly
Most expensive monthJuly
Top rated by travellersTequila Sunrise Hostel, 33 €
Cheapest bed foundHotel Histórico - Hostel, 11 €

Finding cheap hotels in Guatemala City: FAQs

According to our pricing calendar data, you can bag the cheapest bed in July.
No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Guatemala City are full of digital nomads and holidaymakers of all ages.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cosy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travellers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by other likeminded travellers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Guatemala City. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Guatemala City hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Guatemala City generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Guatemala City. Not only can you bag a bed for as little as 11 € per night, you can cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
It looks like Hotel Histórico - Hostel is the best hostel to stay in if you want to be close to the heart of Guatemala City.