Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel

Hotels
8.7 (2388 reviews)
38 San Ildefonso , Mexico City , MX

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Terrace
Laundry
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very central location
Clean facilities and bathrooms
Friendly, helpful staff and well-run activities (salsa class, tours)
Cozy beds and comfortable common areas
Good value for the price
Good food and drinks; solid breakfast option
Cons:
Frequent slow/unreliable Wi‑Fi
Can be noisy at night (party atmosphere)
Location too central/ touristy for some; not in quieter neighborhoods
Not directly on the street (minor inconvenience with wheeled luggage)
Occasional plumbing/weak toilet-flush issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Multiple reviews highlight high cleanliness (including bathrooms); guests were positively surprised given the low price.
Service
9.4
Staff repeatedly praised (named staff praised for being friendly and helpful; organized activities), creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
9
Very central and convenient for sightseeing and transit; some guests note it's 'too central' or touristy and not in quieter neighborhoods.
Room Quality
8.6
Beds described as cozy and some rooms have good AC; showers and facilities noted as spacious, with isolated issues like weak toilet flush reported.
Amenities
7.6
Strong on social amenities (activities, salsa class, tours, open-air common areas) but recurring complaints about slow/unreliable Wi‑Fi.
Value for Money
9
Often mentioned as good value—surprisingly clean and affordable; guests felt they got a lot for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Food and drinks receive positive mentions (good breakfast, tasty offerings), though breakfast was noted as somewhat pricey by one reviewer.
Overall Experience
8
Generally very social and fun (good for meeting people, lively events), but noise at night and Wi‑Fi problems lower the overall stay for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 23:52

Property Description

Shared Lounge and Terrace
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the shared lounge and relax on the terrace while taking in the views of Mexico City.

Entertainment and Activities
Have a blast with table tennis, darts, and karaoke. For business travelers, the business center is at your disposal.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from the 24-hour front desk, tour desk, concierge service, and free WiFi. Start your day right with a continental or American breakfast.

Experience the heart of Mexico City with Viajero CDMX Centro Hostel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2388 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.4
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8
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Julian Andres • solo_traveller • co
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Yoav • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

A very social hostel with activities everyday, which for me is the MOST important thing. A special thanks to Omar and Sol de Luna in the reception - helped me patiently with everything I needed.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Giulia • solo_traveller • br
7
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Cat • solo_traveller • us
9
social atmosphere, great activities y buen rollo
Pros:

I booked for the activities and social atmosphere that I know Viajero for, and it didn't disappoint. There are well-planned daily field trips and meetups in the bar/nightly activities to join. A large group usually went out together after, and I made a lot of great friends from mexico, latam, and beyond :)

The bed was comfy, there was a fan in the room, and there are a variety of amenities (coworking space, drinking water, bar/cantina menu available, social spaces, good wifi, private shower/bathrooms, etc).

Cons:

Stealing - many of my roommates and some in another room were robbed of cash from their purses and lockers in my week-long stay. Keep all valuables on you and/or well guarded in reception's locked coat check room.

Safety - as a solo female traveler, the neighborhood (centro) is touch-and-go; some streets are safe (hostel is very close to tourist spots!), while others are not. At least, a tourist would stand out. Walking around at night isn't very safe. Not the hostel's fault, and we did often go out in groups, but do keep it in mind if you're coming to cdmx for the first time.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Tushar • solo_traveller • in
1
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Wood • solo_traveller • mx
9
This hostel could use a cat and a dog. Then it would be perfect.
Pros:

Staff are a family

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Idan • couple • il
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Felipe • solo_traveller • us
7
It was a great stay
Pros:

The staff are very welcome! The tours are amazing and the location is also great.

Cons:

Sometimes there is no hot water in all the showers!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sahrin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Analhí • solo_traveller • mx
9
Breve y amena
Pros:

Excelente atención al cliente, este lugar al pasar de los años se ha vuelto uno de mis favoritos, buena ubicación. Definitivamente volveré cada qué pueda.

Cons:

Las regaderas, es difícil controlar la presión del agua o esperar a qué salga el agua caliente.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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mukumoto • solo_traveller • jp
5
陽キャのバックパッカーにはオススメ！
Pros:

○よく寝れた笑

Cons:

○他の口コミにあるように、かなりうるさい。
外の交通が云々のタイプではなく、ホステル内がクラブのように常に爆音で音楽を流して騒いでいる。耳栓があれば気にならないレベル。あとはルームメイトのモラル次第。
○バスタオルがレンタル90ペソとかいう法外な値段で失笑。他の同レベルかそれ以下の☆のホステルでも無料で毎日新しいのに交換してくれたけどなぁ。
○ドミトリー内のバスルームが、シャワールームとトイレが分かれておらず、8人部屋で1個では到底使おうとは思わない。みんなそう思うので共用のバスルームを使う。そのためどうしてもバスルームは汚い。下痢まみれで流されていないトイレもありました…。
○シャワーの熱湯と冷水のレバーが逆で、かつ全然お湯が出なくて本気でガタガタ震えた笑
（9月でも気温15度とかしかないので普通に寒い）
その後はめっちゃ熱湯出て熱い笑笑
頭上にシャワーが付いているので逃れられない。
○ドミトリー内は換気システムがないため空気がこもって臭い。男女共用の8人部屋で換気しないのはキツイ。ドア開けたいけど爆音だし他の宿泊者もいるからできないし。蚊には遭遇しませんでした。
○白人の宿泊者が多いイメージ。そういうのが好きならいいと思う。もろバックパッカーの溜まり場ですという感じ。近隣の他のホステルは、地方から来たメキシコ人がよく利用していたので、そちらの方がローカルな感じがしていいなと個人的に思った。色んな国のバックパッカーと話したい！というタイプの方にはここのホステルが合っているかもしれないです。
○ドミトリーのロッカーはベッドの下部をくり抜いただけで地面に直置きだし、小さいし、ベットを動かして金品を盗られるという口コミもあったので使用しませんでした。

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Navina • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mike the boomin • solo_traveller • tw
10
Awesome, def want to visit here again
Pros:

The people are great, they have established a strong solo back packer community vibe

Cons:

Nothing much

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Luis Adrian • solo_traveller • cl
4
Pros:

los baños estaban limpios y nunca siembre habia lugar, el bar del hostel es buenisimo y la comida muy buena y hacen actividades todos los días para conocer gente

Cons:

la ubicación, la realidad es que en la noche es sola y hay varios homeless, no me quedaria nuevamente ya que de noche no dan ganas de salir debido a la zona, el internet los últimos dias andaba pésimo y necesitaba hacer cosas importantes y tuve que ir a un cafe, la pieza en la que estaba la 215 a las camas de arriba les cae pintura seca, algunos dias mi ropa aparecía con rastros de polvo blanco no sabia que era hasta que vi que del techo se desprendían pequeñas piezas de pintura eso deberían arreglarlo y por ultimo la cocina realmente mala hay solo 1 taza y hay que estar calentando agua en las ollas, esta bien que quieran vender en el bar pero deberían equipar mas la cocina casi no tiene cubiertos

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kennis • solo_traveller • us
4
Party people stays, people who appreciates sleep and quietness stays AWAY.
Pros:

The location was really central. Close to Metro Line 2. The private bathroom and shower in the dorm were useful. Bed was comfy, and I appreciated the curtain.

Cons:

The blasting music was unbearable. 8am - 11pm. You can't avoid the loud music at all. The smell in the mixed dorm was not the best either. And some folks did smoke inside the building.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Lek Suen • solo_traveller • sg
10
Lovely spot to meet lovely people!
Pros:

Comfortable beds, good showers, many activities by the hostel, friendly staff 😊 good location super near to centro, the best taco (18 peso) and smoothie spot (40 peso) within walkable distance as well :)

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Viviana • solo_traveller • co
7
Estuvo bien
Pros:

ubicacion, comida

Cons:

desorden en las habitaciones conjuntas, malos olores y ruidos en la noche

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • co
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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MARCO • solo_traveller • mx
10
5 dias de oxigeno Chilango !!!
Pros:

El trato de todo el staff es sumamente calido y te dan esa sensacion de estar en casa irrepetible que en ningun otro hotel u hostal de los que me he alojado !!

Cons:

Que me tuve que ir :((

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee