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Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral
A sociable hostel just behind the Metropolitan Cathedral, with dorms and private rooms, a rooftop bar with sunset views, free walking tours and nightly activities.
At a glance
- Type
- Hostel
- Area
- Centro Histórico, Mexico City, Mexico
- Price
- $ · Budget
- Official site
- mundojovenhostels.com
Good to know
- Rooftop bar
- Restaurant
- Dorms and private rooms
- Free walking tours
Why we recommend it
Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral is a budget option in the historic centre, set just behind the Metropolitan Cathedral on Calle República de Guatemala. It offers both dormitories and private rooms, so it works for backpackers on a tight budget and for couples or friends who want their own room in a lively setting. Reception is open every day from 7:00 to 23:00.
The dorms are mixed, female-only or male-only, with four or six beds and either private or shared bathrooms, and several look out over the Zócalo. Private rooms range from a small double to rooms with a king or queen bed plus a bunk, twin rooms and doubles with private or shared bathrooms. The variety makes it easy to find something that fits both group size and budget.
The rooftop bar, Terraza Catedral, is the social hub, with cocktails, sunset views and a crowd of travellers from around the world. It stays open until 1:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, and the hostel is upfront that upper rooms can be noisy as a result; free earplugs are available at reception. Downstairs, Restaurante Xolo serves breakfast, lunch and dinner along with specialty coffee, beer, mezcal and tequila.
Mundo Joven makes it easy to meet people and see the city. There are free walking tours, and nightly activities such as guacamole making, games of lotería and cocktail evenings on the terrace. The hostel also sells paid tours, including a lucha libre night, a Xochimilco trajinera trip and a day trip to Teotihuacan and the Basilica of Guadalupe. It suits solo travellers, students and young groups most, while light sleepers should ask for a lower floor. Book dorm beds early for weekends, when the terrace draws the biggest crowds.
The location could hardly be more central. The cathedral, the Templo Mayor and the Zócalo are on the doorstep, and Zócalo station on Metro Line 2 is the nearest stop; the hostel also suggests taking an Uber or Cabify to the nearby Turibus stop. Círculo Mexicano, the boutique hotel further along the same street, has a rooftop restaurant if you fancy a change of scene.
Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral FAQs
Where is Mundo Joven Catedral?
At República de Guatemala 4, just behind the Metropolitan Cathedral in the historic centre.
Does it have private rooms?
Yes, from small doubles to rooms with a king or queen bed and a bunk.
What kinds of dorms are there?
Mixed, female and male dorms with four or six beds, with private or shared bathrooms.
Is there a bar?
Yes. Terraza Catedral on the roof serves cocktails and has sunset views.
Is it noisy?
The rooftop bar is open until 01:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, so upper rooms can be noisy; earplugs are free at reception.
Are there activities?
Yes. Free walking tours and nightly activities such as guacamole making and lotería.
What are reception hours?
Every day from 07:00 to 23:00.
How do I get there?
Take Metro Line 2 to Zócalo station.