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Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina

2.0 star property
Hostel near Las Palapas Park in Cancun

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Poolside bar
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lounge
Interior detail

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Av. Tulum nº 75, Sm. 22, Mz. 26, Cancun, QROO, 77500
  • Place, Las Palapas Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza 28
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Las Americas
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 147 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Shared Bathroom (Compact Private) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Shared Bathroom (Compact Private)

  • 72 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room (King) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room (King)

  • 233 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Private Bathroom (Quad)

  • 234 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Bed in 4)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Bed in 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Bed in 10)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Bed in 4)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Bed in 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 4 Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cancun

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Cancun hostel, you'll find Las Palapas Park and Xbalamqué Theater. PlayCity Casino and Ceviche Square are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Las Palapas Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Benito Juarez Municipal Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Plaza 28 - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza Las Americas - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Puerto Cancun Marina Town Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mi Rinconcito Colombiano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sanborns Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina

Hostel near Las Palapas Park in Cancun
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cancun hostel.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. This Cancun hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Selina Cancun Downtown Hostel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina to the airport?

Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina is 11 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina on Oct 20, 2025 start from $44.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina.

How close is Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina to the beach?

This hostel is 3.4 mi (8-min drive) from Playa Tortugas and 4.5 mi (7-min drive) from Langosta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but PlayCity Casino (8-min walk) and Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book (2-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina have a pool?

Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina features an outdoor pool.

Does Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina to downtown Cancun?

Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina is 1.6 mi away from Cancun.

Nílu Cancun Downtown by Selina Reviews

Reviews

4.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrés

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Un poco maltratado comparado con otros Selinas, no tenían llaves y es muy molesto estar pidiendo que te abran, hasta para ir al baño es molesto!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adina

Disliked: Amenities
You guys stole my money I need a refund
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025