Rossco Backpackers Hostel
Real de Mexicanos 16
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Patio is nice, staff is very friendly Location is good Water temperature and pre…”
“Friendly staff and an adorable cat and dog”
“Good location and helpful staff”
“It's in a great location, very close to shops, the markets and the old town”
“Loved our room, we booked a double but I think we were upgraded to a family room…”
“Friendly people and great comfy rooms that have just want you need”
“Amazing, cute, chill, good location, good staff, good price”
“Probably the best place price wise in San Cristobal, the staff is really friendl…”
“The staff are lovely and helpful and the room is very clean”
“It's a beautiful hostel, it has a garden with a fish pond, a really cute cat and…”
“The wifi works fantastically and there are lots of places to relax in the garden…”
“MASSIVE comfy bed, decent wifi, very hot shower”
Overview
This hostel is located in a hacienda-style building in the centre of San Cristóbal. It features a garden-terrace and barbecue facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available. Rossco Backpackers Hostel features spacious dorm rooms with shared or private bathrooms. Guests have access to a fully-equipped communal kitchen and a spacious lounge. The city’s main square is less than 10 minutes’ walk away, where guests will find plenty of bars, restaurants and shops. The city’s Mercado Municipal and art craft market is about 5 minutes’ walk away. Rossco also has a currency exchange desk, free luggage storage and laundry services for an extra fee. The friendly staff can help with free maps of the city or arrange city tours. The main Bus Terminal is 20 minutes’ walk away. A shuttle service is available at an additional cost.
Traveller reviews
Stan
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“Rustic rooms with good showers”
Good location and helpful staff. We booked the Sumidero Canyon cruise with viewpoints through the hotel for 660 pesos, and it was a great trip.
Rachel
couple
May 7, 2026
“Gardin oasis in the middle of the city”
Everything at Rossco is great. It's in a great location, very close to shops, the markets and the old town. The staff are lovely and helpful and the room is very clean. We had a private king bed room with lots of space, a very comfortable bed and great shower with lots of pressure and hot water. The wifi works fantastically and there are lots of places to relax in the garden and escape the bustle of the city. Highly recommend if you're looking for something budget but quiet and comfortable.
Coralie
couple
May 5, 2026
“Basic hostel that needs upgrading”
Patio is nice, staff is very friendly Location is good Water temperature and pressure from the showers is good Kitchen basic but functional
Michael
couple
April 29, 2026
Loved our room, we booked a double but I think we were upgraded to a family room which was very spacious on the upper floor, even had a balcony and hammock. MASSIVE comfy bed, decent wifi, very hot shower. Spacious kitchen with basic utensils, stovetop, microwave and water refills. Nice garden/courtyard space with a fountain and fire pit. Great location - short walk to the main square, supermarket and markets nearby, colectivo to San Juan Chamula. Very quiet at night. Friendly staff and an adorable cat and dog. Extended our stay because we liked it so much!
BONILLA
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
Excelente atencion
roddy
extended_group
March 19, 2026
“Great place to stay,”
Amazing, cute, chill, good location, good staff, good price
Rahel Anine
couple
February 20, 2026
the patio
Geovanny
family_with_children
February 13, 2026
“Great hostel, we'll miss Cielo the dog and Nieve the cat!”
It's a beautiful hostel, it has a garden with a fish pond, a really cute cat and dog, everything was spotlessly clean and the staff were super nice: we had a great time and would definitely come back :)
Marc
family_with_children
February 7, 2026
“Great Place!”
The best of places. Location, staff, the facilities... All very professionally managed and organised.
Edoardo Perseghini
family_with_children
February 5, 2026
Probably the best place price wise in San Cristobal, the staff is really friendly, there's a cool common area in the garden, with bonfires every night and a pool table.
Molly
family_with_children
January 14, 2026
We loved the energy of the space, lots of outdoor space with a lovely fire in the evenings. Friendly people and great comfy rooms that have just want you need. Cheap laundry service, relaxing staff, nice pool table. We were there with our little one who’s 7 years old, and he was super safe and comfortable in all communal areas at all times. We loved it here and would definitely come back!
Jeremy
extended_group
January 6, 2026
In general everything was great.
TING
extended_group
November 16, 2025
“Beyond my expectation, feels comfortable at home.”
The public area is spacious with a nice garden , kitchen you can make easy quick breakfast and a terrace for laundry place, the room is spacious, the shower water is hot and one of the most comfortable in the hostels I stays in Mexico within a month. Staffs are super hospitable and always willing to help. Location: Though 18-20 minutes walk from the Ado and colectivo bus station, but the place is within 10 minutes walk to the main cathedral and quite close to Maya weaver museum, local market and big super market in town, and a few minutes walk to the colectivo bus station to villages of Chamula and Zinacantán. Will definitely to come back if visiting San Cristobal again.
Abigail
solo_traveller
November 5, 2025
“Nice staff, nice place”
Large room with nice hot shower. Good location near the Santo Domingo Church. Everywhere was walkable. Appreciated the free water and access to a kitchen. Nice areas to sit outside. Lovely, helpful staff. Did a great job on my laundry - smelled lovely. Would have been good if they'd also folded it because it was quite creased.
catherine
couple
October 26, 2025
Excellent value for money and very quiet location in a town with loud streets and busy traffic
Natalie
couple
September 16, 2025
The central courtyard/garden area was very nice and relaxing, and our room was spacious and comfortable. The facilities were kept pretty clean. The staff were also very kind. Cute hostel pets too!
Camilla
extended_group
August 22, 2025
“Decent hostel”
Great position and friendly staff
Pietro
couple
May 14, 2025
“Don't hesitate to book this hostel”
the room was spacious, king size bed, super comfy! the staff was lovely especially David...one of the nicest and friendliest person we've ever met on a trip. the location is also great Private bathroom in the room the garden
Jessica
extended_group
May 8, 2025
Great spot and comfortable private room
Kim
couple
February 17, 2025
Beautiful garden, very nice staff, comfortable beds. Can get a little cold in the nighttime. Very good value for the price. We came back and stayed again after visiting Palenque. :)
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Billiards, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Bicycle parking, Family rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Services
Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Shuttle service (additional charge), Currency exchange, Tour desk, Luggage storage
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
The family room includes a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 8 beds.
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
The family room provides a private entrance, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The family room features a patio. The unit offers 6 beds.
Standard Family Room
The family room provides a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 5 beds.
Double Room
This double room has a private bathroom with shower.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room offers a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The double room features a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room
This triple room has 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed. The private bathroom with shower includes toiletries.
Economy Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
The twin room provides a private entrance, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. Guests can benefit from a terrace and a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room provides a private entrance, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
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