Best Hostels and Campgrouds in Huacachina for Backpackers and Solo Travellers

Best Hostels and Campgrouds in Huacachina for Backpackers and Solo Travellers
Huacachina is a tiny town in southern Peru. It's about an hour's drive from the Pacific coast is a popular tourist destination in the area. There are a decent number of resorts and restaurants that surround the blue-green lagoon. The area is also famous for its impressive sand dunes. Most visitors come to the area for the unique dry desert setting, and the opportunity to sand board or ride in dune buggies.

This is a tourist town and it's the economy is entirely dependent on tourism. There are a handful of interesting places to stay in the area including a few hostels that offer interesting activities for good prices.
How much do hostels in Huacachina cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Huacachina here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A good hostel for backpackers, solo travellers, couples, and small groups.

Dorm Bed from $23.88
Private Room from $28.03
Overall Rating: 95%
Calle Angela de Perotti s/n, Huacachina
Banana's Adventure is one of the most popular hostels in Huacachina, Peru. It's a fun place to stay with a lot of activities for guests. There are some great amenities included in the price of your room. If you stay in a private room, one activity a day is also included. Your activity options include a dune buggy tour with sandboarding, a barbecue dinner, or a winery visit. Breakfast is also included in the price of the room.

This is a clean and fun place to stay where you can be assured a good night's sleep. It's a family run facility that is beautifully located overlooking the Huacachina lagoon in Ica-Peru. It has all kinds of amenities and services for guests including a swimming pool, hammocks, and a peaceful setting with natural palm trees. If you want to soak up the outdoors and meet other backpackers and young travelers, then this is the place to stay.

The staff here are friendly and helpful. They have over fifteen years of experience and can answer any questions you may have. They can also help you coordinate any activities or tours that you might want to do and can suggest great food and drink options.

There are private double rooms and dorms that sleep four or six people available.


A good option for solo travellers, couples, and small groups.

Private Room from $18.30
Overall Rating: 60%
Huacachina, Huacachina
El Boulevard is another good hostel option in Huacachina. It has a large garden area that connects the different bedrooms and the rooms are each decorated with a nice, modern style. The hostel offers all kinds of activities for guests including sand boarding and dune buggy tours. It's also a lively place to stay where you can spend your evenings at the karaoke bar. Many guests love hanging out in the bar and you're sure to make a few new friends while you're here.

The hostel is located on the left bank of the lagoon, before the trading zone. It's located in the "Laguna de Huacachina, in a quiet part on the left side of the lagoon. It's also about five kilometers from the city of Ica, which is easily accessible by car or taxi.

This is a smaller place to stay, with only four rooms. The rooms themselves are quite large and comfortable, and each room has its own bathroom with hot water and comfortable bedding. There are double private rooms, a four bed private room, and a ten bed dorm available.


Dorm Bed from $11.54
Private Room from $14.18
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 94%
Urb. La Estancia F-5, Huacachina
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, a nightclub, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and a restaurant. Wi-fi, security lockers, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And The Upcycled Hostel is also pet friendly.


Dorm Bed from $13.19
Private Room from $26.38
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 93%
Av. Angel Perotti 198, Huacachina
Viajero Kokopelli Huacachina Hostel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, a common room, a games room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and a cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $8.85
Private Room from $14.84
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
Av. Angela de Perotti S/N Balneario de, Huacachina, Huacachina
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, a nightclub, a common room, and foosball. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $20.65
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 85%
Av. Angela de Perotti S/N, Huacachina
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and a bar. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a restaurant, and a cafe. Wi-fi, 24 hour reception, and towels included are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $11.57
Private Room from $18.07
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 84%
Boulevard Principal 154, Huacachina
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a common room, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, and luggage storage are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Wild Olive Guesthouse is also child friendly.


Dorm Bed from $16.00
Private Room from $14.15
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 79%
Boulevard de Huacachina S/N (Huacachina) Ica, Huacachina
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast.
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