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Folk Hostel

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 2.4 miles, Folk Hostel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

P
PEIHAO
From
China
This is the best hostel I stayed during the two weeks around the central of Patagonia (El Calafate, El Chalten and Puerto Natales). It is not only with well equipped facilities but also super clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews
Price from
$57.60
1 night, 2 adults

America Del Sur Calafate Hostel

El Calafate

With scenic views of Calafate´s mountains and lake, this hostel is a 7-minute walk from downtown Calafate. It features accommodations with floor heating, free Wi-Fi, communal kitchen and launderette.

J
Juliana Chen
From
Brazil
Good location 10min walking to city center; Amazing common areas, very comfortable; Rooms were good and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,908 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Terminal

El Calafate

Featuring a garden, Matices Hostel Terminal is located in El Calafate in the Santa Cruz region, 2.5 miles from Argentinean Lake and a few steps from El Calafate Bus Station.

A
Angelica
From
United States
Highly recommend this hostel! The staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and shower was hot! We were able to park our camper van at the parking lot behind the building. It’s also right across the bus terminal so it’s so convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,225 reviews
Price from
$37.37
1 night, 2 adults

Calafate Hostel

El Calafate

Featuring a fully equipped common kitchen and living room, Calafate Hostel offers free Wi-Fi, Continental breakfast, and 24-hour front desk assistance in El Calafate.

M
Mauro
From
Argentina
The price was good, it is very comfortable and spacious, and the receptionists were kind and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,853 reviews
Price from
$37
1 night, 2 adults

Bla Guest House

El Calafate

Set against an impressive Patagonian Mountain backdrop, Bla Guest house is a quaint guest house in downtown El Calafate.

C
Cormac
From
Ireland
Fantastic stay!! Great hosts, location and value for money. We had the entire place to ourselves and couldn't have enjoyed our experience any better.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
$50.78
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Danny

El Calafate

Hostel Danny is located in El Calafate, 2.8 miles from Argentinean Lake and a 8-minute walk from El Calafate Regional Museum.

L
Lucía
From
Spain
Danny is the kindest host we’ve ever met. This is his family business, and he runs it together with his wife and brother. They truly make you feel at home. They are extremely accommodating with everything from special requests to holding your luggage, organising day trips to the glaciers, etc. Sweetest people. Also the location is perfect, next to the Main Street with all the restaurants etc
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 639 reviews
Price from
$32.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lago Argentino Hostel

El Calafate

Only 5 minutes walking from the city center, Lago Argentino Hostel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi in El Calafate. It features a garden and free parking with a reservation is provided.

V
Vahagn
From
Armenia
Good place, good stuff , clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 672 reviews
Price from
$66.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Aves del Lago

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate, within 1.9 miles of Argentinean Lake and a 15-minute walk of Nimez Lagoon, Hostel Aves del Lago has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

f
fabio
From
Italy
The room was big and comfortable, the location is amazing, and the host is simply spectacular. She helped me with everything I needed, from logistics to rest of travel planning, which I think is what made my stay in Calafate so great. I would stay again, and reccommend you do!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Schilling

El Calafate

Schilling Hostel Patagonico is a hostel in the center of El Calafate. It offers pleasant accommodations and free WiFi throughout the hotel.

R
Rama
From
New Zealand
The staff and the breakfast! The lounge/games room is a good idea too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
Price from
$76.57
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Casa del Viajero 2

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate, 2.6 miles from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Casa del Viajero 2 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

J
Judy
From
New Zealand
Everything, the staff, the room, there was a kitchen and you could always make a cup of tea/coffee/mate. It’s new and modern, well heated and spacious. A 5min walk to the bus station and town centre is about a 15min walk which was fine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
$29.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,847 reviews

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Hostel Nakel Yenu

El Calafate
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

Located in El Calafate, within 2.3 miles of Argentinean Lake and a 10-minute walk of El Calafate Bus Station, Hostel Nakel Yenu has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

Hostel Inn Calafate

El Calafate
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews

Located a 10-minute walk from the heart of El Calafate, this inn offers both private and dormitory accommodations and provides an ideal base for exploring beautiful Patagonia with its lakes and...

Hostel Aves del Lago

El Calafate
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews

Located in El Calafate, within 1.9 miles of Argentinean Lake and a 15-minute walk of Nimez Lagoon, Hostel Aves del Lago has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 761 reviews

Schilling Hostel Patagonico is a hostel in the center of El Calafate. It offers pleasant accommodations and free WiFi throughout the hotel.

From $72.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

"Hostel Buenos Aires was born from a family dream. Just a week after I was born, I arrived at this house surrounded by snow and love in El Calafate.

From $42.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

Set in charming Patagonian old houses overlooking Argentino Lake and the Andes Mountains, Hostel I Keu Ken offers rooms with free Wi-Fi, and breakfast only 5 minutes from Downtown Calafate.

From $44.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,632 reviews

Featuring an on site restaurant, Hostel Los Pioneros offers accommodations in El Calafate. Free WiFi is available iin common areas. The city center is 984 feet away.

From $47.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Located in El Calafate, 2.6 miles from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Casa del Viajero 2 has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From $50 per night

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Avg. price/night: $24.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
The staff were really helpful and friendly and helped us to book a tour to the glacier with them for cheaper than we had found online, and a taxi to the bus station. The hostel was well maintained and very clean. They provided free coffee and some basic cooking items such as oil. The kitchen was very well stocked with utensils and crockery - perfect for us as we cooked all of our meals during our stay.
Guest review by
Clay
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $138.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,901 reviews
Staff were super helpful! Sent us a map of the town with things to do, and helped us with what we needed to know about the day trips glacier and Fitzroy! Great breakfast and clean and new facilities and heated floors. Best hostel we've stayed in Argentina!
Guest review by
Xiao Yan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $24.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
The tours they offer in the hostel are much cheaper than the ones you see on the internet or in agencies in the city center. I definitelly recommend taking a tour with the hostel, I did and it was really worth it! The beds are comfortable, internet was okay, there is a very well equipped kitchen, clean toilets. Hot showers. Warm sheets.
Guest review by
Edgar
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $138.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,901 reviews
Everything! One of the best hostels I have ever stayed, I wish I had more time there. The stuff is very friendly and helpful and the common area is stunning. Plus I met incredible people there
Guest review by
Khrystyna
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $24.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Nice quiet hostel only 10mins walk from the main hub of town. Kitchen was pretty well equipped. The people working there were really helpful and we booked a trip to Perito Moreno with them for much cheaper than we'd seen online.
Guest review by
Natasha
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,847 reviews
Well-located hostel, with all the supplies needed for a short or long stay. They also provide a few services (tours to perito moreno + airport shuttles) with a very competitive price. Since the pick up for all these services is at the hostel door, it's super convenient and cheaper than all the other tours we could find.
Guest review by
Teresa
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,847 reviews
Very spacious room, great location and helpful staff! Definitely one of the best hostels we've been in!
Guest review by
Shane
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $24.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
great location and quiet hostel. the reception girl helped us to book a taxi to the airport, it was cheaper than the one I found from internet.
Guest review by
ai lum
Young couple