Calafate Hostel

2.0 star property
El Calafate hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Interior
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Interior detail
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Calafate Hostel, nestled near the boardwalk/promenade, offers a tranquil retreat with a continental breakfast and serene garden. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy the bar or unwind on the terrace while taking advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services and helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Room options

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Superior Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gdor. Moyano 1226, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405

What's nearby

  • Gnome Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Club El Calafate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Calafate Fishing - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 22 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Lechuza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yeti Ice Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Calafate Hostel

When visiting El Calafate, Calafate Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Calafate Hostel El Calafate
Calafate Hostel El Calafate
Calafate Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Calafate Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

Does Calafate Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Calafate Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Calafate Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Calafate Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 10 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Calafate Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Calafate Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Club El Calafate (5-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Calafate Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Calafate Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Calafate Hostel like?

Calafate Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Gnome Village and 9 minutes' walk from El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center.

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Reviews

Calafate Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Coffee
Bathroom
Value
Room

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The place was nice, clean, quiet and near restaurants.

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean, staff was very helpful/friendly and bfast was decent. Kitchen staff was very nice.
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente

Todo excelente, la habitación que teníamos tenía todo lo indispensable.
PABLO ALONSO, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and clean rooms. Very basic breakfast but was free so can’t complain
Cassandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Me encantó este lugar! Me lo esperaba diferente por el nombre de hostal pero está increíble la ubicación, instalaciones y su atención al cliente! Yo pedí cuarto con baño privado y estaba muy amplio. Desayuno incluido muy bien..Sin duda lo recomiendo al 100! Mil gracias a todos :)
Carmen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location inly two blocks from main avenue with shops and restaurants and tour offices
Yankiel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

El lugar a 2 cuadras de la calle principal, muy amables, el desayuno todo bien.. un lugar recomendable!
STEPHANIE, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value for money. Room really comfortable. Great location.
Enrique, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good staff
Thomas P, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Foi uma experiência muito boa ficar no Hostel. Ambiente super confortável.
Leticia, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a good choice for traveller on a budget. I liked that they offered discounted tours for guests and made bookings really easy. The accommodations themselves weren’t the best, but for the price they’re truly value for money.
Angelina, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and facilities
Axel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clientèle jeune en majorité…un peu de bruit certains soirs.
Diane, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hostal, big room and really close to everythinh
Alejandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

otima acessibilidade e conta com serviços opcionais ao turista
Erika, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Perfect location to explore Calafate and the surrounding
Jose, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was always helpful with a nice smiling in their face which is so nice.
Marcos Rogério, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

Very good location. Friendly staff. Value for money. A bit hot at night during spring time.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff all warm, nice and helpful. the kitchen and bathroom clean the location is very convenient to everywhere .
weixing, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

convenient fair priced
melissa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Estancia a buen precio Pero las instalaciones viejas: el baño descuidado en regadera y ventana, la cama no comoda (rechinaba) y la colcha muy desgastada. El desayuno súper y la atencion del personal imoecable
Rafael Jesus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Three

Inexpensive place for a short stay
jun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

muy buena relacion costo calidad
olga deolinda sotelo, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Muy bueno

Buen atendimento
Adriana, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Experiência muito boa, cama confortável, temperatura agradável, top
Marcos j, 3-night trip