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Folk Hostel

El Calafate

Situated in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 3.9 km, Folk Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

T
Tingting
From
China
My favorite hostel during my trip to South America, no one else. There are many rules for check-in, but I like it this way. We make it clear in advance and follow it, so that everyone can maintain a good atmosphere in the youth hostel. The kitchen is large, with two sets of stoves, so everyone can cook without waiting for a long time. In Calafate in January, the sunset is very late, and the kitchen has great lighting. The breakfast is rich and delicious. The opening time is also suitable for the tours. The toilet and shower are very clean, the hot water for bathing is very large, and there is a hair dryer. It is not far from the bus station on foot, and it is convenient for public transportation. There is a small blue house at the intersection, which is a supermarket. It sells delicious beef and reasonable-priced Coke, hahaha.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews
Price from
US$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 accommodation with floor heating, free Wi-Fi, communal kitchen and laundrette.

K
Kristjan
From
Estonia
Cozy ambience and good vibes in the large lobby-common space. Location just a 10 min walk from the Main Street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,912 reviews
Price from
US$87.98
1 night, 2 adults

Mabra Suites

Hotel in El Calafate

Set in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 4 km, Mabra Suites offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

E
Erica
From
Singapore
Had a great stay at Mabra Suites. Room was modern, spotless and super comfortable. Very convenient location, right on the main stretch. Excellent hospitality by Luciana and her team made us feel right and home too - thanks very much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Price from
US$224.30
1 night, 2 adults

Viajero Calafate Hostel

El Calafate

Viajero Calafate Hostel in El Calafate provides adults-only accommodation with a fitness centre, free bikes and a garden.

P
Phillip
From
Australia
Relaxed location out of the busier town (~30-40min walk). Super comfortable beds and hot showers. Staff were great - Jonny, Agustina, Gonzalo all really went out of their way to organise good activities and bring all the guest together to socialise. Super good as a solo traveller.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Price from
US$46.58
1 night, 2 adults

CONDOR Patagonia Aparts

El Calafate

Offering city views, CONDOR Patagonia Aparts is an accommodation located in El Calafate, 5 km from Argentinean Lake and 1.5 km from Regional Museum.

P
Peter
From
Australia
Very clean, friendly staff, cooking facilities, plenty of tea and soap. Staff asked us if we needed any more of anything on day 2. Warm, good showers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
Price from
US$58.48
1 night, 2 adults

Los Guindos Apart

El Calafate

Situated in El Calafate and only 3.7 km from Argentinean Lake, Los Guindos Apart features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Sophie
From
United Kingdom
Easy self check in, decent sized apartment in a quiet street away from the main town (which we liked). Perfect base to explore El Calafate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews
Price from
US$63
1 night, 2 adults

arroyo de las piedras

El Calafate

Arroyo de las piedras is set in El Calafate, 1.4 km from El Calafate Bus Station, 600 metres from Regional Museum, as well as 3 km from Nimez Lagoon.

Z
Zapata
From
Argentina
Absolutamente todo nos gusto , impecable !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$76
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas Ventalia

El Calafate

Offering a garden and garden view, Cabañas Ventalia is set in El Calafate, 300 metres from El Calafate Bus Station and 1 km from Regional Museum.

D
Dalma
From
United Kingdom
Excellent location close to the bus terminal (3-5 min walking). Quite, very clean, well equipped cabin. Bed, bedding is comfortable and good quality towels. Good WiFi and also there’s pick up/ drop off same day laundry service is a plus. Pablo the host is very friendly. He can also recommend local excursions on reasonable prices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Price from
US$72.50
1 night, 2 adults

Destino Calafate

Hotel in El Calafate

Set in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Argentinean Lake, Destino Calafate offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

B
Berklee
From
United States
Clean, great shower, good breakfast, friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 813 reviews
Price from
US$60.91
1 night, 2 adults

La Comarca Azul

El Calafate

Situated just 4.1 km from Argentinean Lake, La Comarca Azul features accommodation in El Calafate with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as full-day security.

j
jakko
From
Netherlands
Florencia is an excellent host and location and facilities are perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
US$75.60
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in El Calafate

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Stay connected in El Calafate and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews

    Set in El Calafate, within 4.9 km of Argentinean Lake and 700 metres of Regional Museum, Hotel Amado offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests...

    From US$93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Departamentos Calafate Host Espora in El Calafate provides accommodation with free WiFi, 4.3 km from Argentinean Lake, 600 metres from Regional Museum and 1.4 km from El Calafate Bus Station.

    From US$130.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews

    Set in El Calafate, 4.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Cabañas Matices has free bikes, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

    From US$52.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of mountain, EHBoutique Experience is a recently renovated aparthotel set in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Argentinean Lake.

    From US$180 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

    Set in El Calafate, 4.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Matices Hostel Centro offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

    From US$26.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews

    Hostel Danny is set in El Calafate, 4.5 km from Argentinean Lake and 700 metres from Regional Museum.

    From US$70.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews

    Set in a charming building with a garden in downtown Calafate, Kau Kaleshen offers heated rooms with free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is provided, and there is a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews

    Located on a quiet street of downtown El Calafate, Hostería Austral welcomes you in a warm environment where you can enjoy beautiful views of the Calafate Hill. There is free Wi-Fi in the lobby.

    From US$50 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

    Comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi are offered in Calafate. Flores del Sur is located in the city's commercial area, Libertador Avenue. A daily breakfast is offered.

    From US$50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews

    Hosteria Patagonia is located in El Calafate, 1.4 km from Argentinean Lake. Hosteria Patagonia features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a tour desk at the property.

    From US$56.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 785 reviews

    Set in a charming house 300 metres from El Calafate's commercial area, Hotel Michelangelo offers heated rooms with free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is served daily.

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

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

    From US$48.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Del Cerro Departamentos x 4 is situated in El Calafate, 4.9 km from Argentinean Lake, 1.2 km from Regional Museum, and 1.9 km from El Calafate Bus Station.

    From US$141.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

    Set in El Calafate and within 3.8 km of Argentinean Lake, Los Lagos Hotel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$44.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

    Located 200 metres from Libertador Avenue area and 500 metres from the Laguna Nimes Reserve, MadreTierra Patagonia is set in a charming Patagonian building.

    From US$140.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,952 reviews

    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.

    From US$60 per night

Enjoy breakfast in El Calafate and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

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

    From US$81.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews

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

    From US$45.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

    Posada Los Alamos is situated in the heart of El Calafate, close to Argentino Lake. It has spa facilities, an indoor pool and free Wi-Fi in all areas.

    From US$178 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews

    Hotel Kalken is located in the heart of El Calafate, only 1 km from Argentina Lake. Ecological Reserve Laguna Nimez is 1.6 km away. Rooms feature WiFi access and a TV.

    From US$141.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

    Situated in El Calafate, 3.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Oliva Hostería y Apart has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

    From US$75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

    Offering splendid panoramic views of the Andes mountain range and Argentino lake, South B&B offers comfortable accommodation in El Calafate’s commercial area. A daily breakfast is served.

    From US$100.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,570 reviews

    FDel Glaciar Libertador Hotel offers free Wi-Fi in El Calafate. Perito Moreno glacier is 80 km away. Del Glaciar Libertador features private dormitory rooms. All of them have en suite bathrooms.

    From US$70.21 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

    Situated in El Calafate and within 3.4 km of Argentinean Lake, Apart Hotel Jardín has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$148.10 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$19.22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 812 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: US$26.33
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,208 reviews
    Perfect location for the bus and not far from the centre of the town. Great helpful staff. Able to organise trips and buses to other destinations (they are also a tour company). Always being cleaned and shared kitchen for a hostel was very clean. Food box for guests to leave excess food for other guests to use. They responded immediately to a problem with a leak in the bathroom.
    Guest review by
    Nigel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,912 reviews
    Location are awesome Staffs are really friendly they give us good information,taxi was cheapest and driver are really nice guy Thank you very much for your helping!
    Guest review by
    Mika
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
    The property offers basic accommodation with minimal room amenities. Though not fancy, it is very clean and quite cozy. Convenient location just about 10 minute walk to the center.
    Guest review by
    Sinziana
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
    This property was amazing. Such a great location, close to town and easy to get about both in the day and late in the evening. Very clean and lots of facilities in the kitchen to use which was great. Florencia is a fab host so helpful and friendly. When our flight was delayed she let us stay longer and we were very grateful!
    Guest review by
    Rose
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,952 reviews
    Large room with enough space to store your stuff. Very very clean. Good location and very cheap price. Breakfast had just sweets included, but it was rich. There's a nice garden and also a terrace
    Guest review by
    Francesca
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$19.22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 812 reviews
    This hostel was very clean, to be honest I wasn't expecting much because it was the cheapest hostel I could find, but it was perfect for me. My only suggestion would be to say that it would be great to have a little shelf so if you are on the upper bunk you have somewhere to put your phone / wallet. The wifi was super fast and the kitchen was spotless. I'll definitely return.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
    Great vibe in this hostal and lovely staff, knowledgeable to help you out with all excursions, Good breakfast options, Clean. Good rooms. Location is great, 5 minutes walking from the main strip. This is cool place, howver don't expect 5* luxuary. Ideal as budget hotel!
    Guest review by
    Guy Lacommé
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$42.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 859 reviews
    Ideal location near the Calafate bus station (5 mins walk up the road), I stayed for one night between coming in from Chalten and going on to Puerto Natales - on this basis I can fully recommend the hostel. It is comfortable, the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating (the welcome from the dog was an added bonus), and it is great value for money. Cheap and decent food in the evening (perfect after a bus ride), and solid breakfast in the morning.
    Guest review by
    Justin
    Solo traveller