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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.

S
Surassawadee
From
Thailand
Value for money, both room and bathroom was very large. The location was very close to the bus terminal but the pathway was too rough for wheeled luggage around last 50 meters to the hostel (Nov 2022).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews
Location 8.9
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.

Y
YING-YU
From
Taiwan
The hostel looks exactly how it looks like on photos. Every day you would be embraced by this stunning mountain and lake views. The staff were super friendly, responsive and took good care of your requests. They also have laundry service and you can get your laundry back on the same day, which was perfect. You can even exchange money here. It saved me a lot of time. I met a group of lovely people here and easily found my travel partners to the glaciers and to El Chaltén. A big thumb to the team. ¡Muchas gracias!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,935 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel House 64Bigüa

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 2.8 miles, Hostel House 64Bigüa has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

D
Darko Nikolic
From
United States
Amazing hostel, much better than the others I went to
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$32
1 night, 2 adults

Hospedaje Los Nietos

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate, within 3.3 miles of Argentinean Lake and a 11-minute walk of El Calafate Regional Museum, Hospedaje Los Nietos provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

G
Geovanny
From
United States
The owner is kind and welcoming! The room was very clean when we arrived and comfortable to stay in. We had to extend our stay from three nights to five because of bad weather; the owner accommodated us and we felt at home. Good Wi-Fi and close to the city center.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$36
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.

D
Davi Wesley De Oliveira
From
Brazil
Matrices hostel is a very comfortable place to stay the people were friendly and help me get ideas to explore the city
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,205 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$20.20
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.

I
Iria
From
El Salvador
The best hostel I've ever stayed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,997 reviews
Location 9.5
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.

J
Jodie
From
South Africa
The staff were super helpful, good breakfast with delicious baked goods, tour options provided, room was clean, warm and comfortable, location was 2 blocks from the commercial street and a 20min walk from the bus terminal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$41.81
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Centro

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate, 3.1 miles from Argentinean Lake, Matices Hostel Centro has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

S
Steven
From
United States
I thought this was a good place to stay. In a city that has a lot of tourists, this place was very reasonably priced and they treated us like visitors, not tourists. They were honest about what they thought we should and shouldn't spend money on, and they were patient when our Spanish wasn't the best. The place has pretty big rooms and a nice kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$20.28
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.

D
Dan
From
United States
This location is unbeatable only one block from the main street with tour operators, restaurants and cafes. We had a basic private room with private bathroom. The shower is hot and the room is confortably warm. The Wifi was strong in the reception area. I had some important work video meetings so the family allowed me to use a faster, reliable internet connection in my room because it was further from the reception area. They also graciously allowed us to use the kitchen working around their schedule. This hostel is good value for the price. It’s simple but the hosts are incredibly kind. They helped with taxis, recharging our Claro sim card and providing info.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$52
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Elal

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate, 2.4 miles from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Elal provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

J
Jiale
From
United States
Everything!! they even clean the windows every day!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$16.78
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
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 801 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,205 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,935 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,997 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in El Calafate and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

    Hostel de las Manos features affordable rooms in El Calafate. A daily breakfast and free WiFi access are offered. Lago Argentino Airport is only 0.9 mi away.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 274 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,634 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.

  • 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...

  • 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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  • Avg. price/night: $20.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 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: $58.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,935 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: $20.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 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: $58.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,935 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: $20.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 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: $46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,997 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: $46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,997 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: $20.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 806 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

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