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Mayan Monkey | Cancún

Hotel

Vibrant waterfront hotel & hostel offering a funky bar & a communal kitchen, plus an outdoor pool. People often mention hostel, great, people, staff, stay, nice, good, night, clean, room,


Address

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9.5, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

Website

mayanmonkey.com

Contact

+52 998 688 6448

Price rating

$54/night

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (6K reviews)

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  • 3/5 Kelley J. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a hard review to write! There's so much that's great about this hostel. The beds are comfy and private with your own curtain and outlets/a shelf. The hostel itself is easily accessible, very close to night life, very clean, and the activities go above and beyond. The staff are all exceptionally friendly. I've made some truly unbelievable connections here. However. If you are in any of the 5 rooms closest to the bar area you will not sleep until 2. The party doesn't stop. You can hear it as if you're next to the DJ in the room. There are no quiet common areas. (even the co-working space, laundry room, deck, and the front area are all unbearably loud past 5pm) The only negative thing about this hostel is that the music is far too loud for far too long. I would love to give 5 stars but people should know that they won't be sleeping much here. Had I known i wouldn't be sleeping, i would have booked elsewhere for my last night before my early morning flight.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jacinthe Ly D. 5 months ago on Google • 305 reviews
    The facility in itself is great. Mostly clean and the staff were friendly. I didn't like that they asked to keep my passport at the front; they agreed to keep a copy instead. I had a bed in a mixed shared dorm. The bed was okay. They played loud music in the common area late into the night (bring earplugs if you want better sleep). Other travellers were great. Breakfast (pre-paid) was amazing. Great kitchen staff. Overall, this would be better suited if you were looking for more of a party vibe vs quiet time. The location is fantastic. It's a walking distance to the nearest public beach (less than 5min walk). You can walk a few more minutes and you will find many clubs, restaurants, and artisan stores.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mike B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place ain't bad for the price. Remember, it is a hostel. So they will nickle and dime you if you let them. But all hostels do this, that is how you can get a bed for 20 bucks a night. Like they give you a locker for your stuff, but you will have to buy a lock for 5 bucks to lock it up. So bring a small lock! Don't lose anything they give you because they will charge you for it. Loose your room key, bracelet (you need to wear this to get in and out of the hotel and to get free breakfast) or towel and they will charge you 10 bucks each. They also will require you give them an ID to hold until you check out so make sure you have an ID besides your passport that you don't mind them holding. Otherwise it's fairly clean. The staff is mostly nice. Free continental breakfast! Nothing fancy of course but you can have some yogurt, oatmeal, fresh fruit, toast, milk, and juice. It is what it is. If you can afford to, of course stay at a nice resort. But if you are trying to stay cheap, this place is pretty good for a really good price.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 T B. 4 months ago on Google • 235 reviews
    Assuming you’ve done your research for this hostel and decide to stay here which is what I did. Really no complaints for the fact that the music is too loud and hard to communicate with folks that maybe interested in a conversation. It was really like a CLUB! Music stops playing at 1am. This place is for you if you want a good location and want to be around 8 min away to the main strip/beach! This place is for you if you’re super social and willing to go up to folks and initiate conversation. Everyone here when I was there was in their own group of friends/click so it wasn’t really conducive to meeting new folks. I’ve been to other hostel where folks are solo travelers that are willing to engage in friendly conversations but here it’s different. A lot of activities to do based on what’s on the calendar such as salsa night, fitness early morning and neon party. If you want room that is away from the LOUD music ask for room 207-209 area, it was nice and quiet. Just be aware that early morning people are inconsiderate and don’t care about how much noise they make at the expense of others trying to sleep. My best advice is to bring really good ear plugs! It’s a hostel so I expect it to be loud. For 20+ night for the rooms you really can’t beat that! Love the privacy curtains. Rooms were clean and not perfect by any means. Showers always had hot water and good pressure. Happy hour is from 7-8 and 10-11pm! You get one towel and they keep an ID as collateral. Get a new towel one in exchange for the old one. Must try the cenote tour! Would I stay here in the future most likely not I’ll try something else but definitely give this a try!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony Garcia J. 1 year ago on Google
    Sociable, Chic, Modern, and Accommodating!!! Mayan Monkey creates such a social setting every hour of the day. perfect hostel for meeting new people from all over the world. Complete breakfasts at the cafe/bar, relaxing yoga in the morning. games during the day, karaoke in the evenings, and nightly parties. Not to mention the service is impeccable. The Mayan Monkey provides a chic, modern, clean ambiance, with active social settings that Mayan Monkey has come to be known for. Additionally, if you forget anything they have very affordable replacements at the hostel shop.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristina K. 3 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Absolutely great experience! Really recommend for young people, you can meet all kinds of people here and have a vacation of your life. There are various events every day and night, DJ, karaoke, yoga, art lessons and so on. Really great staff, very friendly and welcoming. But it is very loud at night, so if you want your peace, this place is probably not for you :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Diamond D. 2 years ago on Google
    This a good option for more budget conscious travellers. I stayed in a private room and my friends in the suite with the beautiful balcony. Rooms were clean and bathrooms had great water pressure. The hotel/hostel offers good programming and events. The food is quite good. The drinks are Ok. Check in is a strict 3pm I do want to note the front desk staff are a little curt.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hazem Hazem H. 7 months ago on Google
    I was looking into reviews and all before I went because as a solo traveler you have to be cautious about safety and comfort in hostels. Honestly, my experience with the hostel was great. It was safe and the rooms are very nice compared to other hostels. The staff was very helpful especially Carla the supervisor of the front desk and Florencia the yoga teacher her classes are very nice. The location is great for the price because I would say the beauty of Cancun is staying next to the beach not downtown. Would definitely also recommend to book tours from the hostel as it is cheaper than other hotel and companies.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ruxandra C. 2 years ago on Google
    The accommodation is better than in any other hostel I have stayed in, but I would have rather the service and fun were on a higher level. I will explain: 1. We have received only 2 access cards for 5 people because they said they only give 1 card per reservation, therefore we had to deal with our roommates being annoyed because we had to knock on the door because we didn’t have enough cards; 2. One of our friends was woken up in the middle of the night by the guard with a flashlight in his eyes because he was sleeping in the wrong bed. He eventually moved to his bed, but his bed didn’t have any bedding on it; 3. I have no idea why the place is known as a party hostel, they really do organise a lot of nice events, but there is rarely more than 6 people there, I would assume it is because a beer smaller than the smallest can you can find in the supermarket is about 100 pesos at the bar, but don’t call me an expert. The place is just loud and boring; 4. There were a lot of forgotten objects in the bathroom (underwear) and therefore no place to hang your towel 5. They ask for guests to leave some actual ID at reception for them to keep until you leave, which has never happened to me ever in my life
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A D. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolute 10/10! As an American solo traveller, I am very pleased with the service they have given me as someone who doesn’t speak an ounce of Spanish (this is obviously the main language for everyone including other friendly international travelers so be prepared). They have great prices for someone on a budget, airport transportation, great drinks, food, and excellent tours / excursions! I will forever recommend this place and am so happy with the service I have been given. Breakfast, which I recommend buying online when you reserve to save money, was fantastic also! If you get sunburns easy get lots of sunscreen! :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miran 3 months ago on Google • 117 reviews New
    We absolutely loved our stay here. One of the best hostels we have ever stayed at. It’s just a few minutes walking distance from the centre of hotel zone. The staff is super friendly and the rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily. The vibes at night time are immaculate and you can spend all your time hanging out near the bar/pool area. We even got to feed a crocodile here! The food and drinks are cheap and really good. Highly recommend to anyone traveling solo or even with a few friends. A 10/10 experience.

  • 5/5 Altesse R. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    This place is amazing! The Staff very professional 👏 they value their guests and take care of them 24/7. When you're here you're not a stranger you're like family. The place is clean I mean super clean considering the number of customers that come and go. Very busy place and well known place for safety( 24 hours security), fun activities, good music, you are entertained all the time, the guests they come from all over the world 🌎 😀, they're good honest friendly people I ever met! You cannot be bored at Mayan Monkey Cancun. And the price so affordable! I hundred percent recommend this place! My only regret is I didn't book for a long stayed. And I couldn't change my plans. But there will another time. A big thanks to the house keepers, let's not forget to appreciate and value them. The work they do is essential. They keep us healthy. And health is priceless! Mayan Monkey keep the excellent work you're doing. A shout out to the bartenders, the kitchen staff members, the Djs, the host entertaining during dancing nights.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sudarshan M. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Lived here for a week, lovely experience with the other fellow hostel folks, wonderful services. All the stuffs are friendly. Overall, amazing experience… i got a decent bed, restrooms are clean, but very small… probably that’s the only complaint i have. Beach is in walking distance, 5 minutes walk. So, had fun overall staying here.And thanks Charly for all!!! Great guy!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katya G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is actually Nick! Using My friends Google to leave this review... The Mayan monkey in Cancun is by far my favorite hostel in the world and also the best Mayan monkey. The food, drinks, staff, and accommodations are unparalleled. Lara at the front desk is also the most amazing customer service you will ever find. Truly world class for an unbelievable value! Even the private rooms are an incredible value! Unbeatable!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Susan K. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a very nice hostel. I would stay here again. The breakfast was decent and worth the price they charge at check-in. The whole place was very clean and tidy. I was in a 10 person female dorm and it was great. The bed was somewhat lumpy and you could feel the springs in the mattress, but it felt private with the curtain. The air conditioner was on all day which is great if you want a nap (I’ve been to hostels that only run it at night.) The shower pressure was nice and the water was wonderfully hot and didn’t run out. The downstairs public areas were a great place to hang out. People were friendly, but would give you your space too. There were also a few places tucked away to make phone calls or read. The kitchen was clean and orderly. I didn’t use the co-working space, but it next to my room and large and well appointed. The party kicked into high gear around 9 pm and it was hard to chill downstairs after that. I went to bed at 10:30 pm. The room wasn’t that far from the party downstairs, but it wasn’t loud. I put my noise cancelling headphones on and it was no issue.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jennifer Trujillo J. 1 year ago on Google
    The best hostel in the world. The food the people . Guests and workers . In fact Jennifer nicolas and ludmila made my trip great. Extra points because they have the beach and clubs nearby. One block away . If you come here you will have a lot of fun
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ali H. S. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm so glad I decided to stay at the Mayan Monkey Hostel in Cancun for a few days after my trip to Tulum. The 8 person dorm rooms were laid out amazingly, with plenty of private bathrooms and showers which allowed me to experience hostel life without feeling like I was missing out on having a private room. Breakfast came included with the stay and wasn't just ready-made toast and cereal - it was filling and tasty, especially the homemade pastries! On top of that, the full kitchen meant that cooking was easy if you didn't feel like eating out every day or night. The hostel is perfectly located in the hotel zone, making sightseeing and eating out convenient, plus there's so much to do around it! Lastly, Lara was an absolute delight who made sure that everything I needed taken care of when checking in. Overall, from quality to convenience, Mayan Monkey really stands out in its field and comes highly recommended for any travellers looking for great value for money, along with a chance to meet and connect with others.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marisa M. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at! It has a lovely atmosphere and it was easy to meet new people. It is clean, affordable, and really well designed. The staff is very welcoming too. Esciapelly Gerard is super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend the Mayan Monkey Hostel and definitely would stay here again:)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ishita A. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing hostel experience. The location is just perfect as it is close go everything, beach, part places etc. They have events going on all the time and every day. If you are traveling solo this is a place to make new friends. The employees are really nice and very accommodating. Loved my stay at Mayan Monkey. Hope to visit again. Also their food is okay but drinks are good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Jacob P. 1 year ago on Google
    This hostel has Selina beat! Unfortunately I couldn’t extend my stay with short notice, as they were fully booked. However the reason for my poor review is because I emailed to ask specifically about parking and was told that they do provide parking. When I get there it was a small parking lot made for 4 cars, shared with a restaurant. When I go to leave there are maybe 8 or more cars and I had to navigate out of the spot with great caution. There was a parking attendant who tried to guide me out into the busy street but honestly acted more as a distraction then a help. There was a collision and this ruins the whole experience. I hope to stay again and improve this review!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miranda Warning (. 1 year ago on Google
    ⭐️Safe, ⭐️secure, ⭐️friendly, ⭐️upbeat. ⭐️ Had an amazing time here. Short walk to the beach. Restaurants and pharmacy are across the street; grocery store is a block away. Travelers from all over the world staying here & are some of the best people on the planet. Enjoyed meeting folks from Russia 🇷🇺 , Switzerland 🇨🇭 , Norway 🇳🇴 , Canada 🇨🇦 , England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 , Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 , etc. There is usually a security person around the entrance. I experienced one male, that seemed to be local, trying to get women to buy him food or drinks and trying to get ladies to invite him to their space. I alerted security and he was escorted off the property. Turns out there was another female with him. 😳 Other than that short uncomfortable experience, the stay was wonderful. The showers and bathrooms are just right. The sleeping space is comfortable. The front desk might have a blanket for you - it is also chilly at night in the rooms. Loved it here and will be returning for New Years. 💕
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew L. 1 year ago on Google
    I stayed here for a week and highly recommend this Hostel. The staff and environment is absolutely wonderful and very helpful. The food and drinks you can get there are wonderful. The kitchen, rooms and facilities are nice and clean. The atmosphere is fun and gets people mingling. It's the type of place you won't be able to help but make friends. I was able to make memories and friends I will never forget. The beach is right across the street. It's a great place to chill and party depending on your preference. Happy hour is every night at 7pm. If you go you will meet Bella and Ramon slinging drinks behind the bar. Tell them Andrew (Smilie) says, "hi". For food, I highly recommend the steak burrito or Mexican Bowl. For drinks, I recommend the Mango Mojito. You will have an amazing time and will make great memories. The only thing you will regret is leaving. Enjoy and live a great story.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hattie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Faustino’s yoga session I took as part of my stay, was the very best thing about the entire place. I really enjoyed the yoga practice. He created a sense of calm and relaxed us into some really beautiful poses as part of the practice which were just what I needed after 13 hours of flights. I felt the tensions of my body melt away and he even conducted the class in both English and Spanish at the same time. A wonderful experience, I am very grateful to him. Just don’t miss the sunrise beach yoga like I did- because the front desk told me it was at 8am! Because I think that practice on the beach would be heavenly. But the good thing is Faustino runs classes throughout day and so you can really have chance to have your morning yoga at whatever time you wake up! Have fun!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Humza K. 4 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Definitely one of the best hostels I have stayed at. It’s a chain of hostels so more professionally managed. Rooms were timely cleaned, love the design of bathrooms. The toilets, showers and restrooms are all independently accessible so make it easier when you are staying in dorm with 6-8 people. The bar was probably the best place of the hostel. It was designed in a way that encourages socialization. I had a fun time meeting so many people over there, and had a great time with them. The coworking space was pretty neat, used it for 5 days straight comfortably. The location is unbeatable, right across from the public beach. Would definitely stay here again and recommend others to do so as well.

  • 5/5 Lachlan M. 10 months ago on Google
    Stayed in this hostel for 10 nights and had such a fantastic time. The rooms are clean and bright and you have 2 toilets and 2 showers in an 8 bed dorm. You can include breakfast in your stay and there’s a nice range of hot options and cold. The staff who work here put in so much effort to establish a healthy and enjoyable hostel community. Special shout outs to Carla and Belen who were so friendly and willing to go the extra mile. The wifi was also really good for hostel standards which is perfect if you wish to phone family or have some work to complete. If you need somewhere to stay in cancun and you want a mixture of both partying and somewhere relaxed to stay with a great location, this is it!

  • 5/5 LK 10 months ago on Google
    Mayan Monkey is the best hostel I have ever stayed at! So clean, amazing staff - Christian, Jonathan and Rodrigo are amazing! They took great care of us and we couldn’t be happier! I would highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a fun time in Cancun.

  • 5/5 Megan B. 2 years ago on Google
    The best hostel we have ever stayed at! It’s clean, the staff is amazing, and there are so many fun activities. It’s located in a very convenient area. Extra shout out to Román for being the most fun bartender ever! He always has a smile on his face, friendly, quick service and is very attentive!

  • 4/5 Pamela C. 5 months ago on Google
    Super nice facilities, incredible bar staff specially a girl called Roxana, and awesome volunteers. The beds and rooms are clean and well-organized. The location is perfect, just one block from the beach. However, I have to mention that the receptionist, I believe his name is Humberto, has a terrible attitude. No greetings, no goodbyes, and seems unwilling to help or engage with anyone. I don't understand why he works in customer service if he clearly doesn't enjoy it.

  • 5/5 Lea S. 10 months ago on Google
    The experience at this hostel was overall great. I love the activities, the friendly staff and the pool. The breakfast included is really good too. I wanted to come here because I follow Andrea, the volunteer on instagram and it looked so cool!

  • 5/5 VIETDAMN 4 months ago on Google
    Over all, it’s a nice place; probably the best hostel on the strip. Games to play and events every night. Rooms are cosy and the air con is superb. They have a great Co working space for the people who work from home. Shout out to Christian because he made the experience way better, is the best bartender and he makes the best drinks. 10/10

  • 5/5 Fmbf 5 months ago on Google
    It was my first experience staying at a hostel and I couldn’t have picked a better place. Mayan Monkey has an amazing vibe! The location is 100% walkable to many restaurants, nightlife, stores etc. The beach is less than a 5 minute walk which made it even better. The facilities overall were very clean, as a solo female traveler, I can say I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable during my stay here. I highly recommend to anyone looking to experience something different in Cancún.

  • 5/5 Chloe H. 5 months ago on Google
    Stayed in a shared female dorm, they were very spacious and a lot of privacy as each bed had its own privacy curtain so that is always a bonus in a hostel! As well as 2 toilets and 2 showers inside the dorm which was good. I felt very secure here, the staff were very friendly and helpful, great location since the hostel was opposite the beach and the communal space was fun with some activities!

  • 5/5 Adriana F. 5 months ago on Google
    Great place to stay and connect with people. I would say the activities they organize for us, is a super benefit. My favorite was the yoga class on the beach. Flor is amazing and that view and vibe is out of this world. The only thing I didn’t like is in your happy hour Vodka Tamarindo is not included in 2x1 promo 😟

  • 4/5 Ash C. 9 months ago on Google
    This place was a great time here in Tulum. It’s so easy to make friends and I loved the activities they have at night. The bartenders: Alex, Carlos, and Adam were some of the best staff I met here! They have great recommendations for drinks and the happy hour here is well worth it!!! I also loved the staff that get the party started, Ana Luisa, was so nice and welcoming and she made it so easy for everyone to have a good time!! Also, The rooms were nice and cold, a great escape from the heat. The location is okay… it’s really far from the expensive beaches and it is also a big walking distance from the center also. The DJ was okay, they should play a greater variety of music!

  • 5/5 Hanna R. 10 months ago on Google
    A very nice hostel!! Very well suited for partying, if that's what you're looking for. Personally, I'm more on the quieter side, but it's also possible to keep it chill here. Just be aware that there's music playing every night, so if you're a light and early sleeper, take that into account. The location of the hostel is ideal, I would say. The beach is about 3 walking minutes away, and you've got everything you need in close proximity (supermarket, bars, bus stop right in front of the hostel, etc.) Also, one of the staff members, Gregorio, was really sweet. He made it possible for me to buy the Guacamole from the Hostel bar (I still needed 5 Pesos to be able to afford it and he delivered, haha)😁 the staff is really chill in general. :)

  • 1/5 Brian B. 2 years ago on Google
    1. I was a disk jockey for 33 years and played a lot of music to entertain people and the music here is so loud you simply can't communicate with anyone. If there are only 6 people in the bar they still have it as loud as it can go literally driving people away 2. Book the room on hotels.com I accidentally booked the wrong day and ask if they could just apply it to this day nope I had to forfeit what I had already paid and then pay again double the price what the room was for the other booking. 3. The room smells like open sewage due to some sort of plumbing issue. It was so gross you could hardly brush your teeth in there. This was in their private room. 4. They will give you free drinks for positive Google reviews. If you read some of the reviews you'll see that the experience people have there is totally different from the ones they paid for. 5. I had to give them my driver's license just to get a room key.

  • 5/5 Frank L. 2 years ago on Google
    Mayan Monkey is one of the more expensive hostels in the hotel zone of Cancun, but it's well worth paying the extra few hundred pesos. They have a really fun bar down stairs that gets pretty wild at night. I like the way the bunk beds are setup with a curtain for privacy, a plug in outlet for your electronics in your bunk, and a large locker for your personal items. Also, they have a room you can work on your computer in so for a digital nomad that's super cool! Also, I plan to stay for over a month on my next vacation trip to Cancun & Tulum. Hopefully they will offer a bit of a discount if I pay for a month upfront.

  • 5/5 Ursula Elisabeth P. 2 years ago on Google
    Genuinely one of the best thought trough hostel although also prob the most expensive hostel you will have on your trip through Mexico. Location is wonderful, so nice sunsets and opposite two very good cheap restaurants and also only one crossover to the public beach. The pool is for show or you can go in there when really really drunk Breakfast is the usual toast jam thing plus fresh fruit and melon juice Beware: loosing a key card is USD 5!

  • 5/5 Matthew M. 2 years ago on Google
    10/10 for location, vibe, and breakfast. The tours were pricey but convenient. But the rooms are amazing and wifi was superb. Location is best because you’re right near the beach. BE AWARE. Bring cash to pay for your nights. They don’t like credit or debit cards.

  • 3/5 Rowan M. 1 year ago on Google
    We had fun at this hostel though the hostel looks a lot better in the pictures. The beds were nice however the wall next to my partners bed looked to be covered in mold. Not great. Also, the water slide isn’t open and didn’t look like it had been for a while.

  • 1/5 JoAnna t. 1 year ago on Google
    My airline canceled my flight to Cancun. I didn’t get the chance to stay but it was probably for the best. I had reserved a room and also shuttle service from the airport to the hostel. First, my flight was delayed I immediately informed the shuttle then my flight got canceled. The shuttle service lied and said someone was already waiting for me at the airport( hours before my original landing time) so I’d still be charged and that if I wanted to rearrange my service I’d have to make and pay another reservation. Then I call the hostel numerous times nobody answered my call until maybe two hours later. I told them my situation and they said I’d be considered a “No show” and that my card will still be charged. Overall none of the staff were nice and there was so much unwillingness to help. I hope nobody has to go through the trouble i did. Would not recommend this play or shuttle service to anyone.

  • 3/5 Verena M. 1 year ago on Google
    A true party hostel with many visitors from all over the world and even a few families. I checked in late at night and had to pay 30$ more than since I booked though Hostelworld. I find that a little sketchy. The hostel is huge and the rooms are very spacious. It has enough storage, two bathrooms and a AC. The common area is very nice and the pool a great refreshment. Every night there is party until 12. I was shocked by the prices, but in general in Cancun. Stay here for Party

  • 5/5 Sufian A. 1 year ago on Google
    I stayed in the shared room and gotta say it's excellent! I was in a room with 12 people and we had 2 restrooms and 2 showers for us which was very good! Fantastic location, you can see the sunset from the pool deck and it's right across from the entrance to playa chacmool! Bus stations on both sides make it really easy to traverse the whole of the hotel zone and downtown (Bus R1 and R2 [12 pesos]). If you're heading into downtown just ask either the people at the reception or the bus driver! 10/10 would come back again.

  • 5/5 Diana P. 1 year ago on Google
    Mayan Monkey is by far the best hostel in Cancún! What makes this place so fun and special is the location and mainly the staff! Luis, Christian and Yael kept the party going for the duration of my stay and always made sure everyone is having an awesome time during the day and night! Cant praise this place and people enough!

  • 4/5 Artem S. 1 year ago on Google
    First, I have too say that location is not like in Airbnb descriptions! And not even like in their letters! Since the first meeting there is a misunderstanding: you pay every taxes and fees in Airbnb, but they ask more money anyway for something they can’t even explain. Of course, it’s peanuts compare, but so bad and greedy to see when you are a regular travel! If it’s a law, so include it with other payment inside app! Don’t try to cheat! The second weird thing is when I started to argue about that addition “fee”, they can’t find approvement and return me money, but then cheated me with breakfast cost (found the difference later in receipt). After all administrator gave me a bed in front of main door and under air conditioner with broken locker box! Where’s your hospitality and humanity, guys? Don’t support that bad Mexican style of charging your guests! Anyway, the hostel is awesome! It seems the owner is experienced travel! Beds are well constructed, very comfortable chill zone, lots of activities and nice bar. Besides, perfect location and good breakfast!

  • 5/5 Hawkin S. 1 year ago on Google
    I had so much fun at Mayan Monkey! They have volunteer workers whose job is just to make it more fun for everyone else. They took us to the beach, showed us the nightlife, and partied all night with everyone. I met some awesome people from around the world as well! It is a hostel, so don’t except super amazing private rooms, but the shared rooms were clean and there were lockers to store stuff. Bring a lock! If you are looking for a place to meet people and have a good time for good value, would highly recommend Mayan Monkey.

  • 5/5 Marija S. 1 year ago on Google
    This hostel has a such a great vibe. It's one of the most cleanest accommodation ever. It was very comfortable and we had a privacy even though we shared a room with 10 other people. The best location in Cancun definitely.

  • 5/5 Bojana V. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved it. It‘s a very nice Hostel the Location is perfect. I found it quite and didn‘t get disturbed by any noises during my sleep. All the stuff is very helpful. Food was really good. And the sunset view from the pool is amazing. Beach is 3min. walking distance.

  • 5/5 Guilherme S. 11 months ago on Google
    Very comfortable and organized. Locker storage is large enough for your hand and personal luggage, but you have to bring your own locker. No bother bringing your soap, there is a container for you. There are many facilities such as pool area, bar, laundry, and co-working area. Staff is kind and supportive. Edit after staying: beds could be a little bit larger (it's small for a person over 1,80m), and they could clean bathrooms more frequently.

  • 5/5 Lyle W. 10 months ago on Google
    There are so many great things I could say about Mayan Monkey, especially if you don't want to do the big Hotels, but be right in the middle of it all. The staff was amazing and welcoming, don't forget to be nice first and they will always go the extra mile. Carla and Ana were extremely helpful at check out and even helped me manage a way to get back to the airport by alerting me other clients that I knew were headed there and I was able to carpool at no cost. Making friends is great! So many people of all over the world and the environment allows for it: daily activities, DJ's with dancing, the pool, and the bar/kitchen all in one place, makes it for great environment to socialize. Also, they make it easy and affordable to go on touristy activities and tours, which is a good way to get to know places if on a limited time bracket. Alexis was also super helpful and kind helping me choose a tour and book it! I'm really excited to go back and even though I didn't do the club scene, its very close and accessible to the beach too! Not to mention they had AMAZING Vegan options which I was so impressed by! The burrito place across the street too! haha. they clean daily, and enjoyed all the games and great energy! I'll definitely be back and sooner than anticipated :)

  • 5/5 Gabriel F. 9 months ago on Google
    I just returned home from my 8 day stay in Mayan Monkey and damn did I have a great time. The stay wasn’t perfect, the first 3 nights the door to my room didn’t luck and I had to ask the front desk twice to get it fixed, which they did and I feel the cleaning team needs to pay more attention to detail (wasn’t any toilet paper in the room one of the days and I had to wait 30 minutes to get more). Other than that, if you’re looking for a place to meet new people and party a lot (as previous reviews mention, there is music on until 12:30am which resumes at around breakfast) this is the hostel for you. The beach is just a 3 minute walk from the Hostel, there is a bus stop just outside the door and every night there are different activities going on. Huge shoutout to Christian and the bar who made sure I was never sober. A Fantastic trip all around and I cannot recommend this hostel enough

  • 5/5 Loic B. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    I had a great time here, the staff was very helpful and friendly. It is located within 5 minutes walk of the bars/clubs which is perfect if you want nightlife. The rooms are very clean and each room has its own bathroom with 2 showers and toilets which is super nice. Overall great experience, would recommend.


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