Hostal La Buena Vida

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Full-size fridge, microwave, espresso maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
Sundeck
Reception
La Pelona 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Mazatlan No. 190 Col. Condesa, Mexico City, CDMX, 06170
  • Chapultepec Castle
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • World Trade Center Mexico City
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Angel of Independence Monument
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mexico City (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

La Palida 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Pelona 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Parca 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Huesuda 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Flaca 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Calaca 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Catrina 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

La Estirada 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mexico City

Located in La Condesa, Hostal La Buena Vida is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Paseo de la Reforma and Angel of Independence Monument. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Chapultepec Castle - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Chapultepec Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • World Trade Center Mexico City - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Angel of Independence Monument - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Auditorio Nacional - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Patriotism Station - 5 min walk
  • Mexico City Buenavista Station - 7 min drive
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciena - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Diez - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ololo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cuenco Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Eva Sandwicheria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostal La Buena Vida

Art Deco hostel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
At Hostal La Buena Vida, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. You can take advantage of free offsite parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include express check-in, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers. Kitchens, furnished balconies, and refrigerators are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Artisanal Bitrot

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Computer

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hostal La Buena Vida?

Hostal La Buena Vida provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Hostal La Buena Vida?

This hostel is situated in La Condesa within a short 14-minute walk of Mexico Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Blackberry Auditorium. You'll also find Paseo de la Reforma and Angel of Independence Monument within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hostal La Buena Vida?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Hostal La Buena Vida include a casino at the property?

No, Hostal La Buena Vida doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hostal La Buena Vida?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hostal La Buena Vida a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hostel include a kitchen, premium bedding, and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Hostal La Buena Vida?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Hostal La Buena Vida have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hostal La Buena Vida serves free continental breakfast at Artisanal Bitrot each morning.

Will Hostal La Buena Vida allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hostal La Buena Vida.

Are there connecting rooms at Hostal La Buena Vida?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hostal La Buena Vida?

The closest major airport to Hostal La Buena Vida is Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), which is 10.5 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Lucía, Mexico (NLU-Felipe Ángeles Intl.), which is located 27.7 mi away (53-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hostal La Buena Vida?

Yes, every room at Hostal La Buena Vida comes with a furnished balcony.

Hostal La Buena Vida Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

All right

Ok hostell, but bad breakfast. Only cereal or bread with jam

10/10 Excellent

Kathia, San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hostal

La Buena Vida was an EXCELLENT Hostel!! It was my first time ever staying at a Hostel, but won't be my last. It had large comfortable and clean rooms, with superb amenities. Awesome location, very central to the Metro Patriotismo!

8/10 Good

Michael, Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

friendly and nice setup

The hostel is close to a metro stop. The neighborhood is safe at night. Staff were friendly and the sushi restaurant next door was great!

8/10 Good

Michael, Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and friendly

Hotel staff was helpful. shared room was large and clean. Showers were wonderfully warm. The sushi restaurant next door to the hostel was amazing, too!!

2/10 Terrible

Brenda, Seattle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buena vida

They didn't have my reservation and almost didn't let me stay. Too loud & prejudice . They rented out my original room also. Ill never go back or never recommend it.

8/10 Good

F Ancona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Excellent for low budget and is close to everythin

Is a clean and good hostal, you share the room with diferent people, you get what you pay for

10/10 Excellent

AlanTHX, Tula de Allende, Hgo.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buen hostal

Buena ubicación, atención agradable del personal, antes daban yogurt en el desayuno que está incluido en el precio, en esta ocasión no hubo. En comparación con varios hostales en los que me he hospedado, este está en muy buenas condiciones, la decoración es bonita, hay jabón y shampoo gratis, cada cama dispone de conexión eléctrica y lámpara de lectura, por lo que se evita muchas molestias frecuentes al compartir habitación y dispone de casilleros con candado de combinación incluido

10/10 Excellent

Bernardo, Monterrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recomendable para viajar solo o con amigos

Excelente ubicación en la Condesa y a un excelente precio. Es ideal para estancias de 1 o 2 noches si vas a conciertos a la CDMX.

10/10 Excellent

José Cruz, Pachuca, Hidalgo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostal Buena Vida

La atención es buena.

2/10 Terrible

Alejandra jasso

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mal servicio

Mal, nos cobraron la habitación en el portal, llamamos para comentar que estábamos por llegar y cuando llegamos no nos permitieron acceder a la habitación por qué uno de los huéspedes no tenía identificación oficial. Después de tanto medios de comunicación nunca se nos notificó que se necesitaba para acceder.

4/10 Poor

Max, malmö

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Spökhostel, säger vissa och jag håller med

Detta hostel är inget jag rekommenderar alls. Personalen (som var större i antal än besökare) visste inte vad service innebär och var mer intresserad av youtube än något annat. Sängarna är väldigt obekväma och bristen på krokar till handdukar inne i duschkabinen gör att man måste gå ut naken i rummet. Dock så är det inte något större problem då det sällan finns andra gäster. Ett plus ska städpersonalen ha för att komma varje dag och städa och göra iordning överallt trots bristen på gäster. Frukosten är vad man kan förvänta sig på ett hostel; rostbröd, smör, marmelad, cornflakes och mjölk. Sen vet jag inte om det var te eller ett väldigt svagt kaffe som stod på varmhållning. Området är däremot bra, men jag gissar att det finns bättre alternativ om man vill bo i Condesa

10/10 Excellent

Irving Jesus, Durango Dgo Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Descanse, cómodo y muy limpio

Un lugar cómodo para descansar conocer y relajarse

8/10 Good

Karina, Guadalajara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Buena Ubicacion y Limpieza

Buena Ubicacion, limpieza solo falta comodidad para tomar ducha al menos un banco para colocar la ropa

10/10 Excellent

Carmen Patricia Torres, Mty n.l.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buenísimo y lindo

La pase mui bien. Me atendieron excelente y el servicio impecable !!!muchas gracias

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Querétaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Les falta mantenimiento a las literas

10/10 Excellent

Misden, Monterrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostal súper céntrico en la Cd. de México

Excelentes instalaciones, moderno,limpio, muy accesible, el personal muy amable. Muy recomendable

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Venden mentiras

Ofrecian terraza, videojuegos y bar. Y no tenian ninguno de esos.

8/10 Good

marco, montreal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Muy buena noche excelente ubicación personal muy amable

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy bien

Excelente opcion

8/10 Good

Emile, Guadalajara, JAL, México

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Algo muy chick a un precio increible

La ubucación es excelente porque en la zona hay cualquier cantidad de buenas opciones para comer o cenar, hay boutique de diseño y a pocos metros la estación Patriotismo del metro.