Colorful hostel in historic center with friendly atmosphere and stunning city views from terrace. Mix of dorms and private rooms, all clean and well-maintained. Regular social events, walking tours, and helpful staff. Great base for exploring Guanajuato's attractions.
Hostal MexiGo is a budget hostel at Alonso 43 in the Centro Histórico of Guanajuato City, Guanajuato, Mexico — a university city of extraordinary colour, compressed into a narrow valley with no grid streets, renowned for its silver-mining history, underground road network, and the annual Festival Internacional Cervantino. The hostel occupies a colonial building in the heart of this UNESCO heritage city, making it one of the most well-located budget options in Guanajuato.
Accommodation comprises mixed-gender and female-only dormitory rooms, each with bunk beds, individual power outlets and reading lights, personal storage lockers, and air conditioning. A small number of private rooms with shared or private bathrooms cater to travellers seeking more space. Communal areas — including a kitchen equipped with a hob, refrigerator, and utensils — encourage the social mixing typical of the hostel's atmosphere.
The rooftop terrace is the defining feature of Hostal MexiGo: elevated above the multi-coloured building layers of Guanajuato's hillside, it provides a 360-degree panorama of the city's confetti of terracotta, yellow, and green facades — one of the most celebrated urban views in Mexico. Evening gatherings on the terrace with guests of different nationalities is a common social experience. The staff organises regular walking tours of the city's underground tunnels, the Alley of the Kiss (Callejón del Beso), and the mummy museum.
The hostel's central location puts the Jardín de la Unión, the Teatro Juárez, the Mercado Hidalgo, and the University of Guanajuato campus all within ten minutes on foot. The colourful stairways and alleys of the centro offer excellent photography opportunities in morning light.
Amenities
- rooftop terrace
- kitchen
- free WiFi
- walking tours
- social events
- laundry
- luggage storage
Location
Alonso 43, Centro, 36000 Guanajuato
21.0185, -101.2565 View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop terrace with 360-degree panoramic views over Guanajuato's multi-coloured hillside city
- Heart of the UNESCO heritage centro — Jardín de la Unión and Teatro Juárez within 10 minutes on foot
- Staff-organised walking tours of underground tunnels, Callejón del Beso, and mummy museum
- Female-only and mixed-gender dormitory rooms with individual lockers and reading lights
- Social kitchen and communal areas fostering cross-cultural traveller connections
Tips for visiting
- Climb to the rooftop before 8am for the best light over Guanajuato's hillside — colours are most vivid in early morning.
- Walking tours of the underground road network are cheapest booked directly with city guides at the Jardín de la Unión.
- During Festival Cervantino (October), room prices triple across the city — book three months ahead for this period.
- The Mummy Museum is a 20-minute walk uphill or a short taxi ride from the hostel.
- Pack supportive shoes — Guanajuato's steep alleys and cobblestone streets are hard on feet over a full day.
Accessibility
Guanajuato's historic centre is built on steep hillsides with cobblestone alleys and multiple stairways; the hostel building itself has staircase access only with no lift. The property and surrounding area are not accessible for wheelchair users. The rooftop terrace involves multiple flights of stairs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Guanajuato City easy to navigate on foot?
The historic centre is pedestrian-friendly and compact, though it is built on steep hillsides with many staircases and alleys. Most major attractions — the Jardín, Basilica, markets, and museums — are within a 20-minute walk of the hostel.
How do I get from León/Guanajuato airport to the hostel?
Del Bajío International Airport (BJX) in Silao is approximately 30 kilometres from Guanajuato City. ETN buses run from the airport to the city's central bus terminal, from which a taxi to the hostel takes about 10 minutes.
When is the Festival Internacional Cervantino?
The Cervantino Festival takes place over two to three weeks in October each year, filling the city with street theatre, music, and international cultural programming. It is one of Latin America's most celebrated arts festivals and accommodation must be booked well in advance.
Is the hostel close to Guanajuato's famous coloured stairways?
Several of Guanajuato's iconic coloured alley stairways are within a 5–10 minute walk of the hostel. Staff can point guests toward the most photogenic spots and the best times of day for photography.