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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Palafito Hostel Chiloé in Castro offers family rooms with private bathrooms, city or sea views, balconies, and parquet floors. Each room includes a wardrobe and work desk. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a terrace and free WiFi. The property provides a shared kitchen, 24-hour front desk, and full-day security. Additional services include a paid shuttle, tour desk, and luggage storage. Local Attractions: Sabanilla Beach is a 19-minute walk away, while the Church of San Francisco lies less than 0.6 mi from the hostel. Mocopulli Airport is 12 mi distant. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its breakfast, scenic location, and attentive staff.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nancy
United States
“This is a charming property, located conveniently in Castro. The room was comfortable and the bathroom typical (tub/shower). We had a nice little balcony overlooking the water and enjoyed watching the birds. The breakfasts were typical — good...” - Jeanine
Brazil
“I liked it has lots of natural materials and the view from our room, the shared kitchen with water filter.” - Margo
Canada
“We absolutely loved this hostel. We had room 8 with a beautiful view and a private terrace. We spent our entire rest day here enjoying the restful atmosphere and watching the tide go in and out. We made use of the lovely common spaces in the...” - Catalina
Chile
“Location, cleanness, the sense of sleeping inside a palafito” - Amy
United States
“Great location in a very cute Palafito. The beds are comfortable and the hostel was very clean.” - Elzbieta
Poland
“Location, staff, atmosphere and the concept about a cross between a hotel and a hostel.” - Pedro
Chile
“Beautiful view, friendly staff, quiet neighborhood but close to the city center and restaurants nearby.” - Garry
Canada
“Picturesque location. Excellent varied breakfast.” - Raymond
United Kingdom
“The hostal is one of the traditional palafito buildings in Castro. Despite being constructed entirely of wood it is surprisingly quiet inside and you don't really hear other people at all. It is a small very friendly place and staff are very...” - S
Germany
“The view and the location is interesting, we are right on the water! The breakfast, the room is comfortable. Pamela is friendly, welcoming and very knowledgable of the island. Thank you!”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.






The fine print
LOCAL TAX LAW.
Based on local tax laws, all Chilean citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (IVA) of 19% To be exempt from this 19% additional fee (IVA) the payment must be made in US dollars (CASH ONLY / no broken, stained or scratched ) and a copy of the immigration card and passport must be presented. The passenger won't be exempt from this fee when paying in local currency. In case of no show the invoice will be billed in local currency, including this additional fee (IVA). This additional fee (IVA) is not included in the hotel rates and must be paid seperately.
Please inform Palafito Hostel Chiloé of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.