A successful turnkey hostel & rooftop with 10 years of proven operation, just minutes from the Caribbean Sea!
What if your next chapter was waking up every morning in the Mexican Caribbean, welcoming travelers from around the world, and running a hostel built with passion, purpose and community?
Acquire not only a beautifully maintained property, but also a fully operational hospitality business with a recognized brand, an outstanding online reputation and ten years of proven success.
Today, a unique opportunity is available in Puerto Morelos, one of the Riviera Maya's most authentic and fastest-growing destinations.
Offered as a turnkey operation, allowing the future owner to take over and start operating immediately, the hostel was built in 2016 by Sophie who left France to make her dream come true. The hostel underwent a major renovation and refresh in 2026 and is fully operational, welcoming travelers seeking connection, adventure, and authentic experiences.
Located 25 minutes from Cancun International Airport, within a 5-minute walk from the town's central park and only 3 km from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, the property combines an excellent location with an established business and significant growth potential.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS _ WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE SALE:
- Hostel business and brand
- 301 m² land & 330 m² construction
- 110 m² rooftop terrace with bar infrastructure
- Turnkey operation
- Reception area
- Equipped communal kitchen
- Laundry room & Storage room
- Public bathrooms
- Swimming pool & tropical garden
- Hammock corridor & Open library lounge
- 4 dormitories (24 beds total, with the possibility of adding 4 more beds for a total capacity of 28 persons in dorms)
- 2 private double rooms
- Private bathroom & WC in all rooms
- Linen room with complete inventory of bed sheets and towels
- Strong online reputation with established brand
- Professional website and established social media presence
- Handover from the founder of the establishment and post-sale support available
110 m² ROOFTOP TERRACE - Major Recent Investment
The entire rooftop terrace has been professionally waterproofed in 2025. A heavy-duty metal structure now covers approximately half of the terrace, providing protection from both sun and rain and creating a substantial foundation for a future rooftop café/bar concept. A dedicated bar has already been constructed with a double stainless-steel sink and 5-burner stainless-steel cooktop.
The rooftop terrace with exceptional sunsets is unique in this area of Puerto Morelos and offer an additional social space to the guests, adding value to their experience.
RECENT MAJOR UPGRADES:
In addition to the rooftop investments, the property has undergone significant investments and improvements. 2026 upgrades include:
- Complete replacement of the plumbing system throughout the property (Submersible pump, hydropneumatic pump, pressure switch, pressure gauge and related equipment)
- All toilet cisterns have been professionally cleaned and restored.
- New private water well installed
- Extensive maintenance work completed throughout the property including new LED lighting, paintwork, new fans, pool system maintenance, air conditioning servicing, water tank cleaning, etc.
- New 5-burner stainless steel cooktop for the communal kitchen
- New above-ground propane tank
- New kitchen equipment inventory
- New refrigerator
- New custom-made single mattresses for custom-built bunk beds (2024) and professional cleaning of queen-size mattresses
- Refreshed decoration and design upgrades
- Complete website redesign and update
INFRASTRUCTURE & OPERATIONAL ADVANTAGES :
The new private water well installed recently operates with a hydropneumatic pressure system providing strong and reliable water pressure throughout the property. There is also a new above-ground propane tank connected to a water heater, providing reliable hot water throughout the property.
Combined with the recent infrastructure upgrades, these improvements were designed to ensure long-term reliability and low maintenance costs.
A BUSINESS READY TO GROW: The business has demonstrated consistent revenue generation and remains fully operational. Detailed financial information is available upon request to qualified buyers.
With active owner management and continued development, there remains significant potential for further growth.
Puerto Morelos continues to benefit from increasing tourism, proximity to the world's second-largest barrier reef, and the long-term momentum generated by Mexico's growing international tourism market, creating strong opportunities for future expansion
Why Puerto Morelos? Unlike the crowded tourist zones of Cancun and Playa del Carmen, Puerto Morelos has preserved its authentic Mexican charm while benefiting from the Riviera Maya's booming tourism market. Visitors love:
- The relaxed atmosphere
- The world-famous coral reef
- Easy access to Cancun International Airport
- The growing international community
- The balance between tourism and local life
More Than a Business... This hostel was never built as a simple investment. It was built as a dream. Over the years, it has welcomed travelers from every corner of the world, created friendships, inspired adventures, and generated unforgettable memories.
Now, it is ready for its next owner to continue the story. Whether you are looking for a lifestyle business, a hospitality investment or a complete life change under the Caribbean sun, this opportunity deserves your attention.
The future owner will continue to benefit, when needed, from the experience, local network, and knowledge of the person who built the hostel from the ground up.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established hostel with a recognized international brand, proven operating history and prime Caribbean location rarely come to market. This is your opportunity to continue the story of this successful hostel.
Asking Price: €490,000
The purchase price may be paid in Euros or the equivalent amount in Mexican Pesos, calculated using the official exchange rate applicable on the date of closing.
To respect everyone's time and confidentiality, detailed financial information and property visits will be provided only to qualified buyers able to demonstrate proof of funds.
