Rancho Grande
Av San Martin 724, 9301 El Chalten, Argentina – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 1879 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Staff, I checked in and was given all information I need, from the accommodations to the hikes. I am an older traveler and I was glad to see many my age at this hostel.

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Rancho Grande is a large ranch-style hostel with stunning views of the Patagonian Mountains. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Accommodations at Rancho Grande includes mixed dormitories with shared bathrooms and private rooms with private bathrooms. All have simple furnishings with bright yellow walls. The 24-hour restaurant serves a continental breakfast and a wide variety of meals. Guests can also make use of the hostel kitchen to prepare their own meals. The tour desk at Rancho Grande can arrange an airport shuttle service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast

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See what guests loved the most:
- Kathryn
Canada
“Staff, I checked in and was given all information I need, from the accommodations to the hikes. I am an older traveler and I was glad to see many my age at this hostel.” - Catherine
United States of America
“The breakfast was very good, yummy cappuccino! The location is great, close to the trail head and gear shops for rentals. The hostel was clean and the 24hr reception and restaurant is convenient” - Kattia
Costa Rica
“This hostel has an excellent location, close to the trails with good hot showers. The internet was good taking into account the remote location.”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurante #1
- CuisineArgentinian
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
Amenities of Rancho GrandeGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linens
- Mountain view
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Cash
Rancho Grande accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note the based on local tax laws, all Argentinian citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (VAT) of 21%. Only foreigners who pay with a foreign credit card, debit card or via bank transfer are exempt from this 21% additional fee (VAT) in accommodations and breakfast when presenting a foreign passport or a foreign ID along with a supporting document handed by the national migrations authority, if applicable.
FAQs about Rancho Grande
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Rancho Grande has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurante #1
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Rancho Grande offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
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Check-in at Rancho Grande is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Rancho Grande is 0.7 miles from the center of El Chalten. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Rancho Grande may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.