FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hostal Mexiquillo
General Information
What is Hostal Mexiquillo?
Hostal Mexiquillo is a unique accommodation unlike any other. Our main focus is to create a social and welcoming environment for our guests, with common areas such as the terrace, kitchen, TV room, bonfire, and children’s games, where they can relax and socialize. Unlike other hostels, all our rooms are private, and most have shared or private bathrooms. At Hostal Mexiquillo, we focus on offering a quality experience that meets your expectations of Welcome, Comfort, Safety, Privacy, and Cleanliness. In addition, as hosts, we are available to help you at all times during your stay at our hostel, making you feel at home. At Hostal Mexiquillo, we focus on organizing and creating unforgettable moments, promoting events committed to sustainable practices of responsible, supportive, and conscious tourism, considering good actions that reduce environmental impact through coexistence between visitors, the community, and biocultural heritage.
Come and enjoy a unique experience at Hostal Mexiquillo!
What is the difference between a hotel and a hostel?
Nowadays, there are many types of hostels, each with different characteristics. Some resemble hotels, while others are completely different. The main difference between a hotel and a hostel is that the hotel only offers private rooms, while hostels offer private and shared rooms with beds for several people. Dormitories can be small or large, for women only, men only, or mixed.
In the case of Hostal Mexiquillo, we only offer private rooms some with a private bathroom (inside the room) and others with a shared bathroom (outside the room).
The atmosphere of hostels is very different from that of a hotel. Hotels are limited to offering a place to spend the night, while hostels have a more communal atmosphere. Guests share common spaces such as the kitchen, TV room, bonfire, children’s games, etc. In addition, parties, excursions, and activities are organized that encourage coexistence among guests and allow them to make new friends.
In dormitories, it is easier to talk to other travelers and exchange tips, information, and other points of view. This is a unique experience found only in hostels, which guests at Hostal Mexiquillo can enjoy along with the option of staying in private rooms with bathrooms for those who prefer more privacy.
Where is Hostal Mexiquillo located?
Hostal Mexiquillo is located in the state of Durango, in the town called “La Ciudad”, which is at km 145 of the Dgo-Mztln Highway, 1.5 hours from Durango and 2 hours from Mazatlán.
Inside the town, we are located behind the main town square, 5 minutes by car before reaching the Mexiquillo ecotourism center.
Do you have cabins?
Of course, at Hostal Mexiquillo we have cabins to accommodate our guests.
We have a cabin with a capacity of 6 to 12 people with all the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. The cabin includes 4 double beds, 4 single beds, 2 full bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a fireplace, terraces, wifi, and private parking. In addition, we offer packages that include meals and guided tours to make your experience at Hostal Mexiquillo even more pleasant.
Don’t hesitate to book your cabin today!
About Services and Facilities
What services does Hostal Mexiquillo offer?
At Hostal Mexiquillo we offer a variety of services to make your stay a unique and unforgettable experience.
All our rooms are private, we have quadruple rooms with 2 double beds and quadruple rooms with 2 double beds with shared bathroom (the bathroom is outside the room). We also have small space dormitories and shared bathrooms with a double bed and a single bed, all with the privacy you need for your comfort.
In addition, we have a cabin with a capacity from 6 to 12 people that will allow you to
enjoy a group stay.
We also offer food services and guided tours so you can discover everything that
Mexiquillo Park and its surroundings have to offer.
If you are looking for an all-inclusive package, you are in the right place! At Hostal Mexiquillo we design packages that adapt to your needs and budget, so you don’t worry about anything and enjoy your stay to the fullest.
At Hostal Mexiquillo we have shared areas such as the kitchen that you can use at no extra cost, TV room, private parking, wifi, hot water 24 hours a day, amenities, private parking, children’s play area, event space with fireplace, security, and staff 24 hours a day.
Visit our packages and events section to have all the information.
What tours do you offer?
Explore the beautiful Sierra of Durango and the incredible Mexiquillo park with our exciting guided tours! Our certified guide under NOM-TUR09 will accompany you on every tour to ensure your safety. We offer tours to places like the Mexiquillo waterfall, Stone Garden, lagoon, “Los Laureles” viewpoint and waterfall, “Paso Resbaloso” waterfalls, “La Ciudad” viewpoint, tunnels, Espinazo del Diablo, and night stargazing tours.
Click on our link to get more details about our tours and start exploring
the incredible activities we have for you.
What activities do you offer?
Near Hostal Mexiquillo we can take you to enjoy a wide variety of activities so you can make the most of your stay in the Sierra Madre. Among the activities carried out are:
- Hiking: walk through the beautiful landscapes of Mexiquillo park and outside of it with guided tours, walking is the best way to connect with nature in all its senses.
- Zipline: Feel the adrenaline as you slide through the air on the 300-meter long zipline. An exciting activity for adventure and nature lovers.
- Horseback riding: Ride through the beautiful natural landscapes of Mexiquillo on horseback and experience the tranquility and beauty of the surroundings. This activity is suitable for all ages and experience levels.
- Rappelling: Descend the rocks with the rappelling activity. An exciting activity that will allow you to feel the thrill of climbing and descending with the help of an expert guide.
- Paintball: Live a unique experience by participating in paintball games on a field specially designed for this activity. A fun and exciting activity for groups of friends or families.
Come and enjoy these exciting activities in the middle of nature. We assure you a unique and unforgettable experience!
What do the packages include?
We offer personalized packages that include lodging in any room or cabin option, full meals, and guided tours. We design the package according to the guest’s needs and preferences, considering the duration of their stay and the number of people visiting us, we offer these packages from one person to groups of one hundred people. With our packages, our guests can enjoy a complete experience at Hostal Mexiquillo, including exploring the beautiful landscapes of the Sierra and the Mexiquillo Ecotourism Park and discovering the outdoor activities we offer. We are located in the heart of the Sierra Madre Occidental, so you will have the opportunity to enjoy nature and the stunning landscapes that surround us.
What places are there to visit in Mexiquillo Park?
The Mexiquillo Ecotourism Park is a very popular tourist destination in the region. Here you can visit the main Mexiquillo waterfall, the stone garden, the lake and the Paso Resbaloso waterfalls, as well as explore the 4 tunnels. At Hostal Mexiquillo, we not only offer you the opportunity to visit Mexiquillo Park but also to explore other beautiful places in the Sierra Madre Occidental. With our guided tours, you can enjoy impressive landscapes and rich local culture. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information about our exciting tours and personalized packages!
Are you located in the middle of the forest?
Although Hostal Mexiquillo is not located directly in the middle of the forest, we are located in the center of the town La Ciudad, just behind the main square. Just 5 minutes by car, you can be enjoying nature and the forest. In addition, if you hire our guided tour services, you will be able to explore incredible places where you will spend the whole day surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest. Upon returning to the hostel, we will wait for you with delicious warm food and hot water for your bath, so you can make the most of your stay.
We are waiting for you at Hostal Mexiquillo to live a unique experience!
Is there a restaurant?
At Hostal Mexiquillo, our food service is generally designed for our guests, but we are always pleased to serve anyone who wishes to enjoy a delicious meal. If you are not staying at our hostel, but want to taste our delicious country-style dishes, you can also enjoy them with a prior reservation.
Do not hesitate to come and enjoy our cuisine!
What dishes do you offer?
At Hostal Mexiquillo, we offer a variety of traditional dishes from the region. For breakfast, we serve fruit, granola, yogurt, and honey, as well as chilaquiles, machaca, eggs to order, and freshly cooked beans with handmade tortillas. We also offer the traditional and delicious pot coffee that characterizes us, tea, milk, chocolate milk, or natural orange juice. During lunch, you can enjoy some traditional dishes such as the best Durango-style stew you will ever taste, discada, gorditas filled with different stews, mole, beef or chicken broth, and more. For dinner, we offer roast beef tacos, flautas, hot dogs, sincronizadas, molletes, quesadillas, burritos, and other delicious dishes.
Remember that at Hostal Mexiquillo we also handle packages that include food, lodging, and guided tours so you can enjoy your stay with us to the fullest. We are waiting for you!
What events do you have?
At Hostal Mexiquillo, we organize various events throughout the year, including:
- Our Nature is to Love: special event to celebrate Valentine’s Day, held on the closest date.
- Romantic dinners: available throughout the year.
- Astronomy Camp: held several times a year.
- Mushroom Fair: held the first weekend of August.
- More than a memory: special event to commemorate the Day of the Dead, held on the closest date.
- New Year’s Dinner: special end-of-year celebration on December 31st.
In addition, we offer rural tourism with activities such as artisanal bread and artisanal cheese making.
Remember that at Hostal Mexiquillo there is always something exciting to do. Come and join the fun!
Can you cook at Hostal Mexiquillo?
Yes, of course! at Hostal Mexiquillo we have a fully equipped shared kitchen so you can cook without any problem during your stay. You can use the hostel’s dishes and pans or bring your own utensils. We ask that you respect the supplies of other guests and when you finish cooking, please wash your utensils and leave the space clean for the next user. Discover the convenience of having a shared kitchen during your vacation at Hostal Mexiquillo!
If your plan is to forget about the kitchen and rest completely, remember that we also have the food service where our traditional cooks can prepare delicious country-style dishes and don’t forget to try our delicious pot coffee.
About Transport and Location
How to get to Hostal Mexiquillo by car?
To get to Hostal Mexiquillo by car from Durango City, you can take the superhighway to kilometer 117, where there is a detour to take the free Durango Mazatlán highway. Continue on this road for approximately 30 kilometers until you reach the town of La Ciudad. Throughout the journey, you will pass two toll booths with a cost of $76 and $104, respectively. The approximate travel time is 1.5 hours.
You can also take the free Durango-Mazatlán highway and continue until kilometer 145, where you will find the town of La Ciudad. The approximate travel time for this route is 2.5 hours.
If you are coming from Mazatlán, take the superhighway and pass two toll booths. After the Coscomate booth, continue for approximately 10 kilometers until you find the exit to the town of Las Adjuntas. Take that exit and follow the free road as if you were returning to Mazatlán, for about 30 kilometers until you reach the town of La Ciudad. The approximate travel time is 2.5 hours.
At the time of your reservation, we send you the location via WhatsApp. We recommend using your favorite navigation app, such as Google Maps or Waze, to facilitate your arrival at Hostal Mexiquillo.
How to get to Hostal Mexiquillo by bus from Durango or Mazatlan?
To get to Hostal Mexiquillo by bus, you can take the bus from the bus station in Durango City or from Mazatlán and we will pick you up at the place where the bus arrives to take you to the hostel.
From Durango, take the bus at the bus station with the Valle del Guadiana bus line to the town of La Ciudad. The approximate cost is $270 and the travel time is approximately 3 hours. Departure times are at 5:30 am, 8:00 am, 12:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
From Mazatlán, there are two options. The first is to take the bus at the bus station with the Valle del Guadiana bus line to the town of La Ciudad. The approximate cost is $390 and the travel time is approximately 5.5 hours on the free road. The departure time is at 6:00 am.
The second option is to take the bus at the bus station with the Valle del Guadiana bus line to the town of El Salto and then take another bus to the town of La Ciudad.
The approximate cost from Mazatlán to El Salto is $550 and the approximate cost from El Salto to La Ciudad is $120. The travel time is approximately 4 hours. Departure times from Mazatlán to El Salto are at 8:30 am and 12:30 pm, and departure times from El Salto to La Ciudad are at 2:00 pm and 5:30 pm.
We hope we have helped you plan your trip to Hostal Mexiquillo by bus. If you have any additional questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
How far are you from Mexiquillo Park?
Hostal Mexiquillo is located just 5 minutes by car from Mexiquillo Park. If you prefer to walk, the park is approximately 20 minutes away.
You can walk around the hostel in other directions and you will find virgin forests where you can enjoy nature.
Remember that we have a guided tour service where we take you with a guide to different walks.
We are waiting for you to enjoy a unique experience in nature!
Can a small car get to Hostal Mexiquillo?
Yes, of course! Hostal Mexiquillo is located in the center of the town and the streets leading to the hostel are paved, which allows small cars to arrive without any problem.
So don’t worry, your car will be safe and you will arrive without difficulty!
About Climate and Season
What is the weather like?
This high mountain tourist development is located almost 3000 meters above sea level and in the middle of the Sierra Madre Occidental. The climate in Mexiquillo is mainly temperate and cool, highlighting sub-humid warm and semi-cold warm, with an average annual temperature of around 20°C.
However, temperatures can vary depending on the time of year and altitude. During winter, temperatures can drop to -2°C to 18°C in the highest areas of the sierra. While in summer the climate is very humid, temperatures usually range between 6.5°C to 22°C in the lower parts.
During the summer it rains on average 24 days a month, presenting an average annual rainfall of 1,300 millimeters of water, with a rainy season in the months of June, July, August, and September, having the first frosts in October.
When is the rainy season?
The rainy season in La Ciudad is usually from July to September, recent years due to climate change it has varied, some years starting as early as June.
This season is the most beautiful to see green landscapes and waterfalls full of water, usually raining in the afternoons.
At Hostal Mexiquillo for this season our tours are usually in the morning, prepare your raincoat because suddenly the rain surprises us and becomes part of the tour.
How long has it been since you walked in the rain?
When is the snow season?
The snow season generally occurs between the months of December and January, although it may vary depending on the weather forecast. During the cold season covering from November to February, it is possible that we may have the opportunity to enjoy this natural spectacle. However, snowfall is not guaranteed and may depend on weather conditions at the time. Make sure to bring warm clothes to enjoy the cold season in the forest!
If you are lucky and visit us on snowy days, they will be incredible moments that you will keep in your memory.
About Visitors
Is Hostal Mexiquillo a family-friendly place?
Absolutely! Hostal Mexiquillo is the ideal place to enjoy a vacation or any time with the family. Our facilities are safe, clean, and welcoming, designed to provide an unforgettable experience for all our guests, regardless of their age or origin. Here, you can mingle with other travelers and feel at home. We even have guests ranging from months old to 90 years old. We strive to make your stay the best possible experience. We welcome you with open arms!
Do you have Certified Guides?
At Hostal Mexiquillo we care about providing our guests with the best quality and safety, which is why we have certified guides with NOM-TUR09 for nature. In addition, the hostel has different certifications, such as Moderniza, National and State Tourism Registry, and Clean Point certificate, training for our customer service and food staff, among others. Your safety and satisfaction are our priority!
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