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About this property
Hostal El Punto is set in La Serena, 2.3 km from the beach and 500 meters from the city Centre. Offering sun terrace and a garden, a barbecue and flat-screen TV is also featured in some rooms. Guests will also find a shared lounge at the property. Bike hire and car rental are available at this guest house. La Serena's main square and bus terminal are within a walking distance. The nearest airport is La Florida Airport which is located 5 km from Hostal El Punto.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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2 single beds and 1 bunk bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
2 bunk beds | ||
1 single bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed and 1 bunk bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
4 single beds and 1 double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
Michael
Australia“Couldn’t ask for a better location, very central and walkable between La Serena bus station and the historic centre, Plaza de Armas and Japanese gardens. The hostel is in a pretty old colonial building with colourful decor and interior...”- Craig
New Zealand“We stayed for two days in late May 2025. Lovely hostel in central La Serena. Adequate shower. Good breakfast provided and very helpful staff whose English was much better than our Spanish! Some nice little courtyards to enjoy the outside and with...” - Anonymous
United Kingdom“Super friendly staff and a lovely little courtyard and good breakfast.” 
Elena
Netherlands“It’s a very nice place and it doesn’t feel like hostel. The bed was super comfortable, and the shared bathroom was clean. Breakfast was very good (buffet style), and the staff is super helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay at El Punto again!”- Linda
Switzerland“The property was good. The location is quiet in the center and you can reach everything just by walk. The staffs were kind and there is a place where you can sit down and enjoy a moment of relax.” - Julia
Germany“- Super breakfast - very clean - Lots of bathrooms - you can borrow lots of travel-books” - Catherine United Kingdom“Great hostal in La Serena with parking and within walking distance of the centre. The garden and balcony were a quiet oasis away from the summer holiday crowds. La Serena was full to bursting, the roads were choked and it was very chaotic. Lovely...”
- Richard United Kingdom“Decor, comfortable spaces to relax, good food, clean and great staff”
- Mariia
Belgium“Great location, very friendly staff, cute design and vibe of the place. Nice hot shower, comfortable bed, they provide towels.” 
Karim Switzerland“The property is a few minutes by car to the beach. It is clean and comfortable. The breakfast is simple but good and fresh. There is some cold meat, cheese, jam with coffee or tea.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Hostal El Punto in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
A damage deposit of US$13 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
