Hostel Mundo Joven Cancun is an amazing place to stay if you are planning a trip to Cancun. I have had a great week here and met loads of really cool people! The best things about the hostel are the social atmosphere and friendliness, location and cleanliness! The staff are also all very friendly and helpful, especially Ika who you will find on the 4th floor terrace handing out tips and advice most mornings and evenings!
Location: Located 1 block away from the main bus station (ADO bus station) it is a perfect location for getting to the airport, hotel zone, beaches and doing day trips. It is also located in the Downtown area of Cancun, rather than the commercial hotel area, which I personally much prefer. You will find amazing street food which costs around $1 for a taco or quesedilla, and the local bars are great and full of culture! You will find many salsa bars in the area and the drinks are always cheap. Head to parquet de las palapas and buy food from the street venders there to taste some great local food at very low cost! I would definitely recommend trying the ice cream (Only available on weekends!) Also there are some restaurants in the same area which seem to be full of locals which is always a good sign! There is a great atmosphere there on the weekends with locals out celebrating! There is also a large supermarket opposite the ADO bus station and they have an excellent bakery section if you are looking for something to take to the beach with you!
The Dorms: I stayed in the 10 bed female dorm and it was excellent. You get your own reading light and plug socket next to your bed and a large locker to store your belongings. There was Air Conditioning in the room I stayed in and large windows that you can open up to let the fresh air and sunshine in! The rooms are cleaned everyday and kept to a very high standard. You also have a shower, 2 toilets and 2 wash basins to share within the dorm. I always prefer to stay in dorm rooms rather than private rooms as its a great way to meet other travellers, especially when travelling alone!
The 4th Floor Terrace: My favourite thing about this hostel is the 4th floor terrace! Breakfast is served here in the morning and everyone sits around the tables discussing their plans for the day, where they have been travelling, where they will travel on to etc etc. Its a great way to hear about things to do and get tips and advice from the staff and other guests! There is also a bar that is open from 6pm-2am and serves very cheap drinks (20 pesos for a bottled beer - around $1.50) it is always busy in the evenings and guests gather here in the evenings before heading out to the bars and clubs in the hotel area. There are also a couple of hammocks for chilling out in, a hot tub and sun loungers so plenty of space to chill out in the afternoon sun! Events are also held on the terrace throughout the week. There is also a computer room located on the 4th floor which is free to use.
Events: Events including free spanish lessons, cheap dinners, BBQ's and Tequila night are all held on the 4th floor terrace throughout the week and are a great way to get involved and meet other guests! There is also a night out in the hotel zone once a week - we went to Mandala.
Breakfast: All you can eat breakfast is served every day from 8-9.30 and is excellent! You can have fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, cereal, toast, coffee, fruit juices and spring water. The breakfast is buffet style, but there is always a member of staff there to refill anything that is used up! Ika was the staff member that was usually at breakfast and she was amazing for advice! She sits with you at breakfast and will talk with you about your plans for the day, giving you advice and tips! I also saw her plan out about 3 trips around the whole of mexico for other people and everyone at the hostel had amazing things to say about her! She is there every morning to greet you with a big smile and yummy breakfast!
Hostel Amenities:
Free Wifi, Kitchen with fridge and cooking equipment, bar, hot tub, sun loungers & hammocks, computer room, free breakfast, events, close to bus station, 15 minutes bus to the beach and hotel zone, free drinking water, excursions.
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