Casa Pepe is a one of a kind boutique hostel in Mexico City, and of course the one and only 5 Star Hostel. It’s the perfect choice for travellers looking for a cultural hub with all the comforts of a modern, affordable hostel.

The infobox on Casa Pepe

Start your day with a fresh fruit breakfast at Casa Pepe. Join a free walking tour during the day, and collapse in soft, cosy rooms at the end of it.

Sometimes we cannot believe these incredible hostels you can stay at nowadays. We love it to be overwhelmed by the awesomeness of a hostel – that’s certainly the feeling we got here, and you will too.

Guess what? There is another 5 star hostel on the island of Cozumel; Beds Friends Hostel.

At Casa Pepe in Mexico City all luxury rooms come with a private bathroom and premium bunk beds cease to shake. But of course, that’s not all.

You can expect a roof top terrace with a bar and a swimming pool. You can expect a games room, a huge lounge to chill, luxury double rooms, and high-quality dormitories.

In this review we share why Casa Pepe is your answer to where to stay in Mexico City in style and on a budget.

We love to help you organize your travels, that is why we collected also the best hostels in Mexico City. Obviously Casa Pepe is included in this guide; right on the top as the #1 hostel in town.

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Before we start, pack smart…

Remember to pack accordingly for staying in a hostel – yet, do not overpack.

Here’s our full packing list, including Noise-Cancelling ear plugs and your padlocks.

Casa Pepe is a 5 Star Hostel in Mexico City because…

As always we have tons to tell you about. There are many fine reasons to choose Casa Pepe, and we’re about to tell you all of them.

We’ve worked hard to deliver a hostel that cares about sustainability, has great design, a unique twist, awesome vibes and outstanding staff.

¡Vamos!

1. Stay in Style and be Eco (because you can!)

If you enjoy local, you’ll certainly enjoy Casa Pepe.

For one thing, this hostel loves to support local tour providers. No doubt the best way to kick start your adventure in Mexico City is to join the free Mexicana walking tour.

Ask the friendly staff for more options including the enjoyable Lucha Libre.

There is a system in place to reduce water by 50% of every shower you take.

Don’t worry though, this doesn’t mean a time limit, just a maintained water pressure.

As for waste, your organic and non-organic waste will be separated.

Alongside supporting the local tour providers, local artisans receive help from this particular accommodation. We know art lovers will surely appreciate the collaboration.

2. When a regular hostel is simply not enough

The hostel name, Casa Pepe, is based around José Vasconcelos’ view of Mexican identity.

This chap was the father of the Mexican intellectual Revolution in the beggining of XX century.

An important philosopher, he also invented the Ministry of Education in Mexico.

‘Pepe’ was the nickname of José. Therefor, you’re welcome to relax at the ‘Home of Pepe’.

This is easy to do when you collapse in the awesome hanging hammock above the common area.

Yep, literally!

Enjoy a magical rooftop which offers beer and the odd party.

Cool down in the pool, watch a film or practise your yoga if that’s more your thing.

The spaces at Casa Pepe will surely please all types of personalities.

3. Casa Pepe is Unique

No doubt you’ve come across a hostel on your travels that has forgotten about even the most basic hospitality.

This includes the 3 Bs:

• Bed
• Bath and
• Breakfast

You can find these 3 basic points taken to a quality level here.

For one thing, breakfast is included and the beds are seriously comfy, no matter which room you choose.

There is actually a fourth B at Casa Pepe. Beat!

All guests can enjoy adventure and the meeting of new people here thanks to the numerous activities.

It’s often the people you meet that really get the heart beat-ing, after all.

4. 7 Free Activities and Mario Kart

Calling all social butterflies and curious cats!

Casa Pepe has at least 4 activities per day on offer which are perfect for meeting people.

Can you imagine?! No need to, it’s happening.

Every week there are more than 24 tours on offer.

For those looking to save money, we suggest joining the free walking tour. There are also 7 free activities every night!

Honestly, there’s no chance of getting bored here. Not when you have:

• Mario Kart 64
• Trips to the Pyramids of Teotihuacan
• Salsa lessons
• Lucha Libre experience

Every Saturday the rooftop comes alive and is the place to be in Mexico City.

The best national DJs play to bring the pool party alive.

5. Los Pepes Family

As a collective, the staff at Casa Pepe are known as “Los Pepes”. It’s more like a family as opposed to a bunch of randoms thrown together.

Even the security guard and night receptionist are considered as part of the team – exactly how it should be.

More than 40 Pepes are waiting to make you laugh and enlighten you on what Mexico City has to offer.

Last but not least, we have found a great video taking you around this beautiful hostel.

The video about Casa Pepe is in Spanish; a good chance to get your Spanish language going. You can also turn on English subtitles.

Your Smart Packing List

It is time to see what you should pack in your backpack or suitcase. Make sure you always pick a quality hostel, it totally reduces the things you need to pack. Here is our ultimate hostel packing list. It features 23 items you should really throw in your backpack.

The most important things to pack are:

• earplugs
• eye mask
• key chain flashlight
• the right backpack, we travel with Lowe Alpine Lightflite 45 Pack
• packing cubes
• generic padlock (fitting all locker types)
• quick-dry travel towel
• universal power adapter
• travel-sized toiletries

Read the full packing list here.