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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.

B
Brienna
From
United States
The bus station is a 5 minute walk which was perfect. The town is a 5-10 minute walk as well. The common spaces were huge with plenty of room for everyone. There was enough room in the kitchen for ~4 people to cook at once. Lots of kitchen storage and everything you need to cook. The breakfast was a nice spread with toasts, yogurts, cereals, juices. The staff were also very nice. Facilities were cleaned daily and everything was very well kept.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,403 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.

E
Egla
From
Italy
I think this was one of the best hostels i have ever stayed at. The staff was super friendly and super helpful. The common area was really cozy. The kitchen was big and very well furnished. The lo cation as well was excellent, close to the center and to the lake but also offering a great view from the garden and the common space.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,901 reviews
Price from
$135
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.

T
Trudi
From
United States
Clean and comfortable rooms with friendly and responsive staff. In an excellent location. Very close to the city center with amenities like free breakfast, tour bookings, laundry, and airport shuttles.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 741 reviews
Price from
$76.57
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, 1,228 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, 6,807 reviews
Price from
$40
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.

L
Ludwig
From
Mexico
The location was the best! it was close to everything in the downtown but not too close to be near to any source of noise. They really know about the offer of different tours around. The personal was very kind!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,161 reviews
Price from
$44.65
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, 643 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.

S
Sook
From
Netherlands
Very welcoming place. Relaxed vibe. The breakfast offer included two of my favorites: boiled eggs and fruit. I was sent an extensive pre-arrival info package with things to see & do. During my stay they were open to answer questions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 665 reviews
Price from
$56.70
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...

M
Michelle
From
Ireland
Staff were super friendly. Apartment had everything needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Price from
$40
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, 58 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 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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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 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,161 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,901 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6,807 reviews

Save money on hostels in El Calafate and nearby – budget options available

Hostel Buenos Aires

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 266 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 $32.64 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 $45.68 per night

Hostel Los Pioneros

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,631 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

Hostel Casa del Viajero 2

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 58 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 $44.55 per night

Hospedaje Los Nietos

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

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...

From $43.56 per night

Hostel Inn Calafate

El Calafate
Budget options available
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...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

Comfortable rooms with shared or private bathrooms are offered 656 feet from downtown Calafate . There is a shared kitchen and WiFi is free.

From $27 per night
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...

Hostal Leolei

El Calafate
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Located in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 3.2 miles, Hostal Leolei has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

From $32.67 per night

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Avg. price/night: $24.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 817 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: $100.85
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: $24.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 817 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: $100.85
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: $24.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 817 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, 6,807 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, 6,807 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: $24.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 817 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