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San Cristóbal de las Casas · Mexico

Co.404 San Cristóbal

14–26 people · 10 private rooms · 4 dorm beds

Unique features

Garden Paradise

An exceptional garden space with hummingbirds, butterflies, and perfect areas for yoga that guests describe as 'serenity inducing' and 'amazing.'

Treehouse

A distinctive treehouse structure where guests can watch sunsets and clouds roll by, creating memorable and unique experiences.

Mountain Views

Spectacular mountain panoramas and sunset vistas from the rooftop terrace that guests consistently describe as breathtaking.

Volunteer Program

An exceptionally curated volunteer system where volunteers become integral community builders, organizing activities and sharing local expertise.

8.9/10 Good
Based on 40 reviews

Ratings are AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.

About Co.404 San Cristóbal

Co.404 San Cristóbal is located in a quaint little pueblo magico in the highlands of Chiapas with mild temperatures. The coliving sits in a quiet residential area just 13 minutes from the city's main square, offering easy access to San Cristóbal's colorful streets, numerous cafés, and cultural attractions while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere for remote work and community building.

Origin story

Co.404 emerged from three travelers who met in the hostel-verse while volunteering together. After dabbling in online work, Laurens, Jocelyn, and David decided to create something that was so much more than just a co-living and co-working space. They are travelers first, remote workers second, and passionate about creating communities third. Their vision was to combine the best of hostels, hotels, and co-working spaces, geared specifically towards online workers who wanted to be part of something bigger than just a place to sleep.

Community philosophy

Co.404 operates on a volunteer-driven model where staff are travelers and nomads just like the guests, creating authentic connections rather than transactional relationships. The philosophy centers on being family - volunteers and staff act as the extra sibling, cousin, or friend every guest hasn't yet met, sparking conversations over morning coffee and organizing impromptu activities.

Community is described as the heartbeat of Co404, with an emphasis on taking guests on adventures right from arrival and adding them to the community chat to introduce them to the "little family." The approach focuses on creating warm, inclusive vibes where guests feel welcomed, supported, and part of the community rather than just customers.

The coliving has earned recognition for having "the best community vibe in all of Latin America" through their focus on meaningful human connections, with many guests describing it as having the best human connections they've experienced while traveling. The philosophy emphasizes being unpretentious while creating a lovely homey vibe where people can be themselves and form lasting friendships.

Hosts

Work

Amenities

Spaces

Co-working area

Calls allowed

A sunlit, greenhouse-style co-working space with high ceilings, large windows overlooking the garden, wooden desks, and standard office chairs. Features two fast fibre-optic Wi-Fi outlets and a range of seating at all levels. Bright and airy with plenty of natural light.

Call booths

Call room

Sound-proofed enclosed call booths for video calls and important meetings. Each booth has a small desk and chair.

Kitchen

Fully equipped shared kitchen with spacious fridge-freezers, a six-burner stove with large oven, microwave, kettle, toastie-grill, blender, and a family dining table with a range of seating at all levels. Free cooking condiments, tea, and unlimited drinking water and coffee available all day.

Garden

Outdoor

A large, lush garden with hammocks, outdoor desks and recliners, a bonfire pit, and a BBQ area. Popular for relaxing, yoga, and evening bonfires. Guests also use it for working outdoors.

Terrace

Outdoor

A breezy terrace with stunning views of San Cristóbal, ideal for watching sunsets. Includes a breakfast and lunch bar area. Reviewers also refer to it as the rooftop, and one mentions a treehouse-style seating area.

Netflix room

Indoor chill and social area with Netflix for movie nights and board games.

Rooms

Big Private room with Ensuite Bathroom

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Want a little more space? Our wide room has all the amenities you will need as a digital nomad.

Small Private room with Ensuite Bathroom

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

These rooms have all the same amenities as our wide privates, but are slightly smaller in size.

Duplex Quadruple Room Ensuite

Up to 4 guests
Private bathroom

Duplex with 1 matrimonial downstairs and 2 individual beds in a loft. Our largest room in Co.404 meant for groups of nomads 3 or above.

4-bed Dorm

Dorm bed
4-person dorm
Shared bathroom

Looking for a budget friendly option, but also privacy? Come stay in our 4 bed mixed dorm with ensuite bathroom. Our dorm has all the amenities you can ask for, privacy curtains, lockers for you stuff, plenty of shelves for your month long stay. The ensuite bathroom is the largest at Co.404

Food

Communal meals

Nearby vendors

  • Local market (5min walk)
    Jose Tielemans central market, 5 minutes from Co404
  • Fruits & vegetables market (5min walk)
    Huge local fruits and veggies market of San Cristóbal de las Casas with daily groceries and a colorful market atmosphere
  • Organic market (10min walk)
    Organic market with best quality produce, open on Wednesdays and Saturdays only
  • Large supermarket (10min drive)
    Walmart supermarket, 10-minute taxi ride away for 40 MXN
  • Supermarket (10min drive)
    Chedraui supermarket, 10-minute taxi ride away for 40 MXN
  • Supermarket (10min drive)
    Bodega Aurrera supermarket, 10-minute taxi ride away for 40 MXN

Organized trips & deliveries

  • On-demand grocery deliveries
    Walmart online delivery service brings groceries directly to Co404's door for a 40 MXN delivery fee

Activities

Location

Argentina 19A, Barrio de Mexicanos, 29240 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico

Co404 is situated in the highlands of Chiapas at 2,000m elevation, in the charming pueblo mágico of San Cristóbal de las Casas. The coliving sits in a quiet residential neighborhood called Barrio de Mexicanos — calm enough to focus, yet just a short walk from the city's vibrant heart. The Plaza Central (main square) is a 13-minute walk away, and the colorful Guadalupe pedestrian street is just around the corner.

Guests describe the city as "vibrant, full of music and colors, friendly people, lots of small cafés and pubs to explore, and lots of good food to taste." San Cristóbal is known for its rich indigenous culture, with nearby Mayan villages like San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán where ancient traditions blend with Catholic influences. The surrounding state of Chiapas is home to remarkable natural wonders, from dramatic canyons to crystalline lakes and jungle ruins.

The city enjoys a mild climate year-round (~20°C during the day) thanks to its elevation, offering a refreshing contrast to Mexico's typically hot and humid lowlands. Nights cool down to around 10°C, ideal for bonfires.

Getting around

  • Very walkable
    Main sites, restaurants, markets, banks, and daily necessities all within walking distance
    Reviews: Guests consistently mention 15-minute walks to town center and main square, with everything needed accessible on foot within 30 minutes maximum
  • No parking
    No parking information is provided for guests with cars.

Getting there

How to get to Co.404 San Cristóbal from the nearest transportation hubs:

Tuxtla Gutiérrez Airport

San Cristóbal de las Casas ADO Bus Station

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 4 nights minimum

Guest restrictions

  • Minimum age: 18 years

    18+ Only — This space is designed for adults, digital nomads, and creative souls.

  • Children not allowed

    Adults only (18+). The space is not designed for children.

  • Pets not allowed

    No pets allowed. We love animals—but our space is not equipped for them.

Payment & cancellation policy

Booking

Prepayment (20%)

A minimum 20% deposit is required to secure your booking. Until the deposit is paid, your spot is not guaranteed.

28+ days
before check-in

Full refund

If the guest cancels more than four weeks before the arrival date, 100% of the 20% deposit will be refunded.

14+ days
before check-in

No refund

If the guest cancels between two and four weeks before the arrival date, the deposit is non-refundable.

Less than 14 days
before check-in

Partial refund

If the guest cancels within two weeks of the arrival date, arrives and decides to leave earlier than scheduled, is a no-show, or cancels after check-in, 50% of the total booking is non-refundable. If the original booking is modified and shortened, 50% of the cancelled days will be charged.

Check-in

Payment (80%)

The remaining 80% of the booking amount is due at check-in in San Cristóbal. Only cash or direct bank transfer accepted (no card payments). An additional 10% discount applies for cash payments.

After check-in

Partial refund

In the case of early departure, 50% of the total booking is non-refundable. If the stay is shortened after booking, 50% of the cancelled nights will be charged.

Check-out

Frequently Asked Questions

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