Hostal Vive la Vida

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Quinta Avenida

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Terrace/patio
Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, free WiFi
Exterior
Reception
Gift shop

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Calle 2 Nte. entre 25 y 30 Ave., Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • Quinta Avenida
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

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Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

Located in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Hostal Vive la Vida is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach. This 10-room hostel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Quinta Avenida - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playacar Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mamitas Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Empanadas y Salbutes de la Juárez - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aguas Frescas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Merchant Carnitas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Las Quekas - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hostal Vive la Vida

Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Quinta Avenida
At Hostal Vive la Vida, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a reception hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include ceiling fans and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-11:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hostal Vive Vida
Hostal Vive Vida Hostel
Hostal Vive Vida Hostel playa del carmen
Hostal Vive Vida playa del carmen
Hostal Vive la Vida Hostel
Vive La Vida Playa Del Carmen
Hostal Vive la Vida Playa del Carmen
Hostal Vive la Vida Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hostal Vive la Vida?

Hostal Vive la Vida provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hostal Vive la Vida?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Playa del Carmen within a 10-minute walk of Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen Main Beach, and Playacar Beach. You'll also find Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Mamitas Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hostal Vive la Vida?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Hostal Vive la Vida include a casino?

No, Hostal Vive la Vida doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hostal Vive la Vida?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hostal Vive la Vida?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a terrace plus some rooms include courtyard views.

Are there hot tubs at Hostal Vive la Vida?

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

Does Hostal Vive la Vida have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hostal Vive la Vida doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hostal Vive la Vida allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hostal Vive la Vida.

Does Hostal Vive la Vida have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hostal Vive la Vida?

The closest major airport to Hostal Vive la Vida is Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM), which is 20.5 mi away (252 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hostal Vive la Vida?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Hostal Vive la Vida.

Hostal Vive la Vida Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 7 reviews

3.2/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

3.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ed, Atlanta

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

You get what you pay for.

Although the hostel is close the the beach, I find the neighborhood a bit shady, uncomfortable to walk late at night. There's AC that's it's turned on at 11pm and the room gets a bit cold, I was ok with it, but others might not be. There's a lot of noise at night from other guests which makes it hard to sleep early. I also woke up with bedbug bites. The restrooms had a bad smell but they do get clean in the morning. The pool is really small, more like a decoration than an actual pool. The refrigerator looked like it hasn't been cleaned in a while
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El lugar esta muy descuiddo, las suites estan sin luz ,el baño se ve que solo es provisional y el area del lavabo sucio no hay limpieza , ademas nos picó animales y no es sancudo recomendaria realizar fumigaciones
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La habitación ( sin ventanas ) tenía aire acondicionado pero no podía regularse, por lo que estaba muy fresco enseguida de prenderlo y no se disponía del control como para apagarlo y prenderlo a voluntad, había que ir a pedir asistencia a recepción cada vez que se deseaba prenderlo o apagarlo.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Dalinne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mina saker blev stulna i det gemensamma rummet där vi sov och personalen var inte alls hjälpsamma i situationen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

Adriana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017