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Hostel Agua Viva

Calle 30 Norte entre Carretera federal y 50 Av norte, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Location guide, what is nearby, and every tour that collects guests at this lobby instead of making you find your own way to a meeting point.

60 tours collect here60 include pickup in the price★ 4.7 average31 back by mid afternoon
Lowest price
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera

From $29 per person, 6h.

Best reviewed
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour

★ 5.0 from 74 traveller reviews.

About this location

Hostel Agua Viva is located on Calle 30 Norte, conveniently situated between the federal highway and Avenida 50 Norte in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo. This area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, with easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the beautiful beaches of the Riviera Maya. The hostel is a perfect choice for backpackers and budget travelers looking to explore the region's attractions while enjoying a social environment. Getting to Hostel Agua Viva from Cancun Airport is straightforward. The ADO bus service operates regularly from the airport to Playa del Carmen, taking approximately 1 hour. Taxis are also available, with fares typically ranging from 800 to 1,200 pesos depending on the time of day and demand. Once in Playa del Carmen, the hostel is within walking distance to the beach and nearby attractions, making it easy to explore the area without the need for a rental car. The surrounding area offers a mix of dining options and activities, catering to various tastes and budgets. Popular eateries like Cheester Playa del Carmen and El Fogón are just a short walk away. For adventure seekers, numerous tours depart from the hostel's lobby, including ATV rides, cenote visits, and cultural excursions to Chichén Itzá. This location suits travelers who want to engage in local culture, enjoy outdoor activities, and experience the vibrant nightlife Playa del Carmen has to offer.

From Cancun Airport, the ADO bus is the most economical way to reach Playa del Carmen, with tickets costing around 200 pesos and a travel time of about 1 hour. Taxis are available but can be more expensive, typically costing between 800 and 1,200 pesos. Within Playa del Carmen, the R1 and R2 buses run frequently and are a great way to get around. Many tours pick up directly from Hostel Agua Viva, often in the morning, so it's advisable to check the schedule and book in advance to secure spots.

Every tour that picks up here

Cancun ATV Jungle Adventure, Ziplines, Cenote and Tequila Tasting
Cancun ATV Jungle Adventure, Ziplines, Cenote and Tequila Tasting
from $394h
★ 4.7 (6,165)
Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting
from $394h
★ 4.8 (2,070)
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
from $3010h
★ 4.4 (1,080)
Camel Expedition and Beach Club In Riviera Maya
Camel Expedition and Beach Club In Riviera Maya
from $14445m
★ 4.9 (792)
Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club
Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club
from $853h
★ 4.8 (553)
ATV with Speedboat, Waverunner, or Parasailing
ATV with Speedboat, Waverunner, or Parasailing
from $1502h
★ 4.8 (503)
ATV or Speed Boat or Wave Runner with Beach Club In Riviera Maya
ATV or Speed Boat or Wave Runner with Beach Club In Riviera Maya
from $853h
★ 4.9 (318)
Discover Scuba Diving & Beach Club with Transportation In Riviera Maya
Discover Scuba Diving & Beach Club with Transportation In Riviera Maya
from $15045m
★ 4.9 (299)
Chichen Itza & Ekbalam Tour From Playa del Carmen
Chichen Itza & Ekbalam Tour From Playa del Carmen
from $8512h
★ 4.6 (268)
Playa del Carmen Jungle Tour: Tulum, Cenote Snorkeling, Ziplining and Lunch
Playa del Carmen Jungle Tour: Tulum, Cenote Snorkeling, Ziplining and Lunch
from $1597h
★ 4.6 (244)
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
Tulum and 2 Cenotes Half Day Tour from Riviera
from $296h
★ 4.8 (238)
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
Zip-Line Adventure from Costa Mujeres with ATV Ride and Cenote
from $394h
★ 4.7 (199)
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time
from $1155h
★ 4.4 (190)
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
Small group CHICHEN ITZA away from the crowds with early departure and Mayan community
from $22912h
★ 4.9 (179)
Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour
Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour
from $893h
★ 4.7 (171)
The Best Ruins Tour : Coba Sunset Cultural
The Best Ruins Tour : Coba Sunset Cultural
from $1408h
★ 4.6 (144)
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
Discovery Tsonoti in Day of Non Touristic Cenotes
from $1396h
★ 4.9 (112)
Shared Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen
Shared Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen
from $30
★ 3.9 (106)
Playa del Carmen Adventure Tour: ATV and Crystal Caves
Playa del Carmen Adventure Tour: ATV and Crystal Caves
from $1373h
★ 4.5 (102)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Departure Transfer
from $1341h
★ 4.9 (82)
Outdoor Combo Tour: ATV with Waverunner or Speedboat from Cancun and RivieraMaya
Outdoor Combo Tour: ATV with Waverunner or Speedboat from Cancun and RivieraMaya
from $993h
★ 4.1 (76)
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (74)
Jungle Bike Tour from Playa del Carmen with Bath in a Cenote
Jungle Bike Tour from Playa del Carmen with Bath in a Cenote
from $794h
★ 5.0 (73)
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
VIP Chichen Itza & Coba Private Tour
from $40012h
★ 5.0 (69)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
VIP Cenotes Private Tour (half-day)
from $1854h
★ 5.0 (69)
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
Airport Transfers to Playa del Carmen - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE
from $25540m
★ 4.7 (60)
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
Half-Day Cultural Tour of Authentic Mexico
from $1395h
★ 5.0 (57)
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
VIP Coba & Tulum Private Tour
from $3209h
★ 5.0 (52)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Private Mercedes Benz Transfer
from $1251h
★ 4.9 (49)
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
4 Different Cenotes & Beach from Playa del Carmen
from $1545h
★ 5.0 (49)
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Departure Transfer
Playa del Carmen to Cancun Airport Departure Transfer
from $1701h
★ 4.8 (48)
Ek Balam Majestic Mayan Ruins and Cenote Tour
Ek Balam Majestic Mayan Ruins and Cenote Tour
from $16910h
★ 4.0 (41)
Private Cenote & Cave – Playa del Carmen, Mayan Culture & Fossils
Private Cenote & Cave – Playa del Carmen, Mayan Culture & Fossils
from $1472h
★ 4.9 (41)
Scuba Referral Dives & Beach Club with Transportation In Riviera Maya
Scuba Referral Dives & Beach Club with Transportation In Riviera Maya
from $30045m
★ 4.9 (34)
5-Day Riviera Maya and Yucatan Tour, Mexico
5-Day Riviera Maya and Yucatan Tour, Mexico
from $1547120h
★ 5.0 (32)
Adrenaline Tour ATV Cenote And Zipline
Adrenaline Tour ATV Cenote And Zipline
from $1344h
★ 5.0 (31)
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun & Cenote Ik Kil + Valladolid
Chichen Itza + Cenote Suytun & Cenote Ik Kil + Valladolid
from $13612h
★ 3.5 (28)
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
VIP Ek Balam Private Tour
from $32010h
★ 5.0 (26)
Tulum, Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Adventure in the Riviera Maya
Tulum, Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Adventure in the Riviera Maya
from $1498h
★ 4.9 (23)
Rider Tour, Horseback Riding, ATV and Cenote
Rider Tour, Horseback Riding, ATV and Cenote
from $1344h
★ 5.0 (22)
VIP Coba Private Tour
VIP Coba Private Tour
from $2359h
★ 5.0 (21)
VIP Temazcal Private Tour
VIP Temazcal Private Tour
from $3106h
★ 5.0 (18)
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
Tulum Excursion: Ancient Ruins + Cenote & Food! From Riviera Maya
from $576h
★ 4.3 (18)
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
Holbox Island from Playa del Carmen
from $1659h
★ 4.7 (18)
Cancun Airport Private Transfer to/from Playa del Carmen
Cancun Airport Private Transfer to/from Playa del Carmen
from $7450m
★ 3.6 (17)
Experience in Atvs in the Mayan Jungle with Cenote and Zip Line
Experience in Atvs in the Mayan Jungle with Cenote and Zip Line
from $1354h
★ 4.9 (17)
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
Xoximilco Mexican Tour With Transportation Included
from $1975h
★ 4.7 (15)
Cancun Hotel-Airport Private Deluxe SUV
Cancun Hotel-Airport Private Deluxe SUV
from $99
★ 4.7 (13)
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
Tulum ruins swim with turtles in Akumal and Cenote
from $12510h
★ 4.8 (12)
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya
from $8958h
★ 5.0 (12)
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
Río Secreto Playa del Carmen
from $1244h
★ 4.6 (11)
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid tickets & lunch included
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid tickets & lunch included
from $14014h
★ 3.4 (11)
Private Chichen Itza and Coba Ruins and Swimming in Cenote from Cancun
Private Chichen Itza and Coba Ruins and Swimming in Cenote from Cancun
from $69910h
★ 5.0 (10)
Catamaran Snorkeling with Openbar & Lunch Cancun to Isla Mujeres
Catamaran Snorkeling with Openbar & Lunch Cancun to Isla Mujeres
from $617h
★ 4.2 (10)
4 Cenotes Eco-Park from Playa del Carmen
4 Cenotes Eco-Park from Playa del Carmen
from $1694h
★ 5.0 (10)
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
Adrenaline Tour Xplor Fuego from Cancún & Playa del Carmen
from $2186h
★ 3.6 (8)
Riviera Maya Half Day Casa Jaguar Cenote, Zipline and ATV
Riviera Maya Half Day Casa Jaguar Cenote, Zipline and ATV
from $805h
★ 4.9 (8)
Private Sian Kaan Biosphere Tour
Private Sian Kaan Biosphere Tour
from $3497h
★ 4.5 (8)
Playa del Carmen Cenote Tour: Snorkeling, Rappelling and Ziplining
Playa del Carmen Cenote Tour: Snorkeling, Rappelling and Ziplining
from $1496h
★ 4.6 (8)
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
Private Transfer to Xplor/Xplor fire/Xenses, roundtrip from PDC
from $16010m
★ 5.0 (7)

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Other hotels nearby with tour pickup

While Hostel Agua Viva offers budget-friendly accommodations, other nearby hotels like Wyndham Alltra Playa Del Carmen and The Yucatan Playa Del Carmen provide more amenities and services but at higher price points. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere or more luxurious options, consider these alternatives. However, for social interactions and a lively environment, Hostel Agua Viva is a solid choice.

What is nearby

A popular restaurant known for its pizza and Italian dishes, located just 0.3 km away.

Questions guests ask about Hostel Agua Viva

How do I get from Cancun Airport to Hostel Agua Viva?

You can take the ADO bus from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen, which takes about 1 hour and costs around 200 pesos. Taxis are also available for a higher fare.

What time do tours typically pick up from the hostel?

Most tours pick up in the morning, so it's best to check the schedule and book in advance to ensure availability.

How far is the nearest beach from the hostel?

The nearest beach is within walking distance, approximately 10 minutes away, allowing easy access to sun and sand.

Is it easy to get around Playa del Carmen?

Yes, Playa del Carmen is walkable, and local buses (R1 and R2) run frequently, making it easy to explore the area.

Are there food options nearby?

Yes, there are several restaurants and bars within a short walk, including Cheester Playa del Carmen and El Fogón, offering diverse dining choices.

Is the area safe for travelers?

Playa del Carmen is generally safe for tourists, but it's always wise to stay aware of your surroundings and avoid isolated areas at night.

What is the best time of year to visit Playa del Carmen?

The best time to visit is from December to April when the weather is pleasant and dry. However, this is also peak tourist season.

What currency should I use during my stay?

The local currency is the Mexican peso. It's advisable to have some cash for small purchases, although many places accept credit cards.