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Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina

2.5 star property

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Beach bar
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Tepee Tent | Free WiFi
On the beach, beach bar

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Calle del Morro s/n, Colonia Marinero, Playa Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX, 71980
  • Place, Zicatela Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marinero Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Commercial Walkway
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Room Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Compact Room Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a closet.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a thatched roof, a bed, a small table, a bench, and a view of the ocean.

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Tepee Tent | Free WiFi

Tepee Tent

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite Ocean View | Free WiFi

Premium Suite Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Private Dorm, 6 beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premium Suite, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A cozy, triangular room with a bed, a fan, and a woven basket.

Private Teepee, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Escondido

Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina places you next to Zicatela Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Marinero Beach. This 54-room hostel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center.
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What's nearby

  • Zicatela Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marinero Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Commercial Walkway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Principal Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Zicatela Market - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zicatela Surf & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Coste - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prana Cocktail Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finca Las Nieves - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casa Babylon - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina

Guests of Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a terrace, a garden, and a gift shop.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Ceiling fans are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 8 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 10 2026 to June 17 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 23 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 55 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (66 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 55 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 23 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Selina Puerto Escondido Hostel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

This hostel is located in Puerto Escondido, just steps from Zicatela Beach. You'll also find Carrizalillo Beach and Punta Zicatela within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina include a casino?

No, Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from June 10 2026 until June 17 2026 (subject to change).

Is Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina good for couples?

This beachfront hostel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, a restaurant, and 2 outdoor pools.

Does Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina for a fee of USD 23 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 55 per stay is collected.

Does Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

The closest major airport to Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina is Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.), which is 4.1 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina.

Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 365 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful. Staff is great and room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Erik

Room was clean, staff fr
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kereny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic specially Monse !! Very cool staff good food and nice vibe !! We even did salsa lesson and after they had a live salsa band!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Justin

What bar?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Both pools were actually gross, oily murky water, loud at night, would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Karen Lopez

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Front desk was not responsive and not helpful, however, the room was clean and was in a perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay at the Selina in Puerto Escondido, clean room excellent staff great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect, and property is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great everything
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Zicatela and Playa Marinero.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jesús

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Juan Gonzalo Zumbado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Place to relax and co work
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is probably the prettiest hotel I've stayed in, not luxary but beautiful, natural and enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good to get involved into a international context highly recommend this hostal as 1st option good and cheaper
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricio López

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love my stay ! Super walkable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Jaime

Lots of steps not very well maintained . Front desk not very helpful. Checked out early
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The private loft room is absolutely gorgeous, especially with the balcony that overlooks the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall great property but staff is not great and location is ok.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property supassed my expectations. Really cool place with a lot of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Viviana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the distance to the bars. Not too close but not too far. You don't hear the music as much as other hotels.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025