The Purpose Hostel

Antigua · Guatemala

The Purpose Hostel

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61% MEH
High confidence 750 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 💻 Coworking Space 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌆 Rooftop 🍳 Breakfast
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Adaptors Airport Transfers Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Wake-up Calls Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Linen Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Towels For Hire Hair Dryers For Hire Late Check-out Security Lockers 24 Hour Security CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Common Room Lounge Room Social Balcony Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers Meals Available Vending Machines Mini-Supermarket Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Panoramic Views

Prices

Dorms $15 / night
Privates $44 / night

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Recent reviews

England FEMALE 25-30 Apr 29, 2026 Atm 60%

We had a brilliant stay at Purpose Hostel. The property itself is lovely, and the rooms are so spacious and much nicer than the photos online. Room had a wall fan and a plug in fan, both were great. The roof terrace was a favourite with an excellent view of the volcano. The hostel was clean all the time and unlimited drinking water, tea and coffee. Hot showers too. Recommend for anyone staying in Antigua!

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England FEMALE 25-30 Apr 21, 2026 Atm 60%

Stayed in a private room which was nice, clean and quiet. The staff are super kind and friendly. I didn't love the shared toilet /showers, as there's only shower curtains for privacy.

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USA MALE 31-40 Apr 18, 2026 Atm 100%

Nice folks. The staff was extremely helpful. A safe space for a quiet place to sleep. Will come again.

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Northern Ireland FEMALE 25-30 Apr 17, 2026 Atm 100%

Great stay! Can only recommend!!!

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 16, 2026 Atm 100%

Perfect peaceful hostel for pre or post Acatenango hike. Quiet but still social if you’re looking to meet people. The staff was so helpful and kind. Beautiful rooftop and common areas to hang. The kitchen was super clean and organized and had every appliance you could think of or need. The staff washes your dirty dishes for you which is so nice! Only complaint is the showers didn’t stay hot after a few minutes despite the hostel advertising hot showers but what can you expect. Would stay aga...

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Canada MALE Apr 14, 2026 Atm 80%

Nice place to Stay. Great Host.

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Canada FEMALE 18-24 Apr 12, 2026 Atm 20%

pire expérience ! je n'y retournerai jamais ! je devais y passer 3 nuits et apres la première j'ai book autre part ! je ne recommende pas

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Canada FEMALE 31-40 Apr 10, 2026 Atm 100%

I only stayed here for one night, before my Acatenango hike, but I really loved it. The hostel had everything you need. Dorm bed was comfy. Rooftop was lovely, great views! Staff were sooooo friendly, happy to keep my luggage in a locked locker while I hiked and full of very patient with my many questions and full of helpful advice. Highly recommend!

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Apr 8, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in! Such a lovely calm vibe, beautiful rooms, comfy beds with curtains, very clean, amazing view from the terrace (they have yoga mats!) One little thing that I missed was a better kitchen for cooking- there's no sink and just a basic camping stove, but therefore you don't have to clean the dishes yourself.

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Apr 7, 2026 Atm 100%

This was a great hostel, I wish I could’ve stayed longer! The terrace was beautiful! So great to hang out at night:) very peaceful! The beds were comfy and the staff was so friendly:)

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Apr 5, 2026 Atm 80%

The owner (I think?) is one of the loveliest women. She gives great care and attention to everyone staying there. Very helpful and caring. I love the rooftop area! If I come back, this is where I’m staying.

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Apr 2, 2026 Atm 100%

Amazing hostel and amazing stay. The staff are incredibly nice and go out of their way to help if there are any issues or you have any questions about anything. They helped me find the location of my next accommodation as well. The rooftop is so worth it. Would 100% stay again, choose the 4 person dorm, worth it!

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Colombia FEMALE 31-40 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 60%

The hostel was okay overall, but the facilities are starting to show some wear and tear. While the stay was acceptable, the value for money isn’t very competitive compared to other hostels in the city that offer more modern, comfortable spaces at better prices.

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England MALE 18-24 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 80%

Really really nice hostel. The staff are super helpful and always making you feel welcome and letting you know what's going on in the City. They provide lockers to keep all your items safe as well as a lock and have a nice little shop that you can grab stuff from whenever you need. It's not super loud and perfect if planning to do the hike

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England FEMALE 18-24 Mar 31, 2026 Atm 100%

So nice! Would recommend

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Denmark FEMALE 18-24 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

This is one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in! The staff is amazing, sweet and so helpful. The beds are nice and the rooftop is really cool. Not the most social hostel, but it depends what you make of it, I met some really cool people here! Felt really safe as a female solo traveler!

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Canada MALE 31-40 Mar 27, 2026 Atm 80%

Lovely spot, and staff, was just surprisingly expensive. Roof top lounge area was really nice & kitchen was well equipped.

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Super Hostel mit toller Dachterasse

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Fantastic Hostel! The beds are comfy. The reception desk is super helpful and they'll provide free temporary storage during your volcano hike. There's free coffee/tea and a lovely terrace to enjoy it on, and you can even see fuego erupt from it at night. If I were to say anything negative I would be far too picky.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Mar 19, 2026 Atm 80%

The staff here are AMAZING. They were so kind to me while I was sick and checked on me every day. They have so much staff that they are able to turn the beds really fast and they allow early check in as best as they can. There’s a small frutería market across the street which was convenient. The beds and the bathrooms aren’t the best, but they were clean. The water is hot. Not a very social place but it’s nice and quiet.

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