Set in Puerto Vallarta, 400 metres from Camarones Beach, Vive Alegria Hostel provides concierge services and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 1.6 km from Villa del Mar Beach, 2.7 km from Playa de Oro and 7.1 km from Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Vive Alegria Hostel also have a city view. All units feature bed linen. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. At Vive Alegria Hostel guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Puerto Vallarta, like cycling. Aquaventuras Park is 14 km from Vive Alegria Hostel. The nearest airport is Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


Availability

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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.0
High score for Puerto Vallarta
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Antonios
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Cozy hostel where you can connect easily with other guests. You can get the bus just outside for the airport.
  • Virginia2718
    Italy Italy
    Wonderful staff, it feels like home. Very comfortable mattresses, clean space, very cozy terrace where you can eat or chill. Very good location as well, easily reached by bus from the airport (just don’t rely on Google maps, get off at Soriana...
  • Anahata
    Canada Canada
    The staff were so friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Vive Alegria Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Vive Alegria Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 06:00

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of MXN 1500 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 70. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Vive Alegria Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A damage deposit of MXN 1,500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Vive Alegria Hostel

  • Vive Alegria Hostel is 2.4 miles from the centre of Puerto Vallarta. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Vive Alegria Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Evening entertainment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Movie nights
    • Beach
    • Bike tours

  • The prices at Vive Alegria Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Vive Alegria Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.