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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.

N
Noémi
From
Hungary
Good, clean hostel, shared bathroom was practical.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews
Price from
US$48
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.

B
Boris
From
Serbia
Very nice common area, comfy beds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
Price from
US$108.32
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Schilling

El Calafate

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

R
Raymond
From
Canada
Close enough to the main street, but not enough for noise to be any bother. Very quiet, in fact. A wonderful breakfast. It's not a really hopping place, so evenings are quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews
Price from
US$78.27
1 night, 2 adults

Edelweiss Hostel

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate and within 4.2 km of Argentinean Lake, Edelweiss Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

i
inga
From
France
Woow I was so surprised by hospitality of host. I booked last minute . Came after midnight. She was not sleeping and waiting me . And not with angry face but with smile and gave me room without nobody inside (even if I booked 4 beds dormitory) . Like this I didn’t disturbed sleeping people . Everything was net and tidy in the structure . I was able to use all kitchen Coffe/tea even after 00:00 when I checked in. In the morning lady made all possible to find taxi as I was heading to airport early morning .hospitality 5 stars ! Would come back again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Terminal

El Calafate

Featuring a garden, Matices Hostel Terminal is set in El Calafate in the Santa Cruz region, 4 km from Argentinean Lake and 90 metres from El Calafate Bus Station.

C
Cecilia
From
Argentina
That was locales next to de busstop
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
Price from
US$41.75
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.

R
Roland
From
United States
The hostal is in the center and I cannot imagine there could be a better Hostel in Calafate. The place is perfect in every way, Cost, location, facilities, staff, ambience, breakfast, coffee, showers, tours offered, and it has a ponderosa feel with the big wood staircase and features. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Bla Guest House

El Calafate

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

K
Kerris
From
New Zealand
We LOVED this hostel. It was clean, tidy and the staff were SO friendly and helpful. Breakfast in the morning was good, fruit, eggs, and pastries! Tea and coffee😃 location brilliant, short walk to town centre
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
US$50.85
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Casa del Viajero 2

El Calafate

Situated in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Casa del Viajero 2 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

P
Pochara
From
Spain
The location is very close to the bus station and there is a supermarket nearby. Walking to center is not that far. The place is clean and the kitchen functioned properly. The guy at the reception has good willing on helping you. He also taught me how to properly prepare Mate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Centro

El Calafate

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.

C
Carolina
From
Australia
I loved the staff, their guidance and support. The location is great. The mattresses are comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
US$41.60
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Danny

El Calafate

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

S
Stefan
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic, both Danny and Ely are super nice hosts, the hostel is well located very close to everything in El Calafate, breakfast is good, rooms are clean and spacious, there’s even an airport pick up/drop off for a reasonable price offered by Danny!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews
Price from
US$32.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Explore our most popular hotels in El Calafate

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
    From
    US$108
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews
    From
    US$33
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
    From
    US$51
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
    From
    US$42
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews
    From
    US$78
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
    From
    US$43
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews
    From
    US$48
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews
    From
    US$60
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
    From
    US$15
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 648 reviews
    From
    US$68
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    From
    US$38
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
    From
    US$42
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
    From
    US$30
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
    From
    US$54
    1 night, 2 adults
  • From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults

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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.

N
Noémi
From
Hungary
Good, clean hostel, shared bathroom was practical.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews
Price from
US$48
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.

B
Boris
From
Serbia
Very nice common area, comfy beds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews
Price from
US$108.32
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Schilling

El Calafate

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

R
Raymond
From
Canada
Close enough to the main street, but not enough for noise to be any bother. Very quiet, in fact. A wonderful breakfast. It's not a really hopping place, so evenings are quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews
Price from
US$78.27
1 night, 2 adults

Edelweiss Hostel

El Calafate

Located in El Calafate and within 4.2 km of Argentinean Lake, Edelweiss Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

i
inga
From
France
Woow I was so surprised by hospitality of host. I booked last minute . Came after midnight. She was not sleeping and waiting me . And not with angry face but with smile and gave me room without nobody inside (even if I booked 4 beds dormitory) . Like this I didn’t disturbed sleeping people . Everything was net and tidy in the structure . I was able to use all kitchen Coffe/tea even after 00:00 when I checked in. In the morning lady made all possible to find taxi as I was heading to airport early morning .hospitality 5 stars ! Would come back again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Terminal

El Calafate

Featuring a garden, Matices Hostel Terminal is set in El Calafate in the Santa Cruz region, 4 km from Argentinean Lake and 90 metres from El Calafate Bus Station.

C
Cecilia
From
Argentina
That was locales next to de busstop
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
Price from
US$41.75
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.

R
Roland
From
United States
The hostal is in the center and I cannot imagine there could be a better Hostel in Calafate. The place is perfect in every way, Cost, location, facilities, staff, ambience, breakfast, coffee, showers, tours offered, and it has a ponderosa feel with the big wood staircase and features. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Bla Guest House

El Calafate

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

K
Kerris
From
New Zealand
We LOVED this hostel. It was clean, tidy and the staff were SO friendly and helpful. Breakfast in the morning was good, fruit, eggs, and pastries! Tea and coffee😃 location brilliant, short walk to town centre
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
US$50.85
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Casa del Viajero 2

El Calafate

Situated in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Casa del Viajero 2 features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

P
Pochara
From
Spain
The location is very close to the bus station and there is a supermarket nearby. Walking to center is not that far. The place is clean and the kitchen functioned properly. The guy at the reception has good willing on helping you. He also taught me how to properly prepare Mate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

Matices Hostel Centro

El Calafate

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.

C
Carolina
From
Australia
I loved the staff, their guidance and support. The location is great. The mattresses are comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
US$41.60
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Danny

El Calafate

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

S
Stefan
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic, both Danny and Ely are super nice hosts, the hostel is well located very close to everything in El Calafate, breakfast is good, rooms are clean and spacious, there’s even an airport pick up/drop off for a reasonable price offered by Danny!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews
Price from
US$32.50
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in El Calafate

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 648 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,401 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in El Calafate and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 648 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$81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 265 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 US$48.96 per night

Hostel Elal

El Calafate
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews

Located in El Calafate, 3.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Elal provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$39.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 271 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 US$76.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

Set in El Calafate, within 3.7 km of Argentinean Lake and less than 1 km of Regional Museum, Hostel Nakel Yenu offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

From US$60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews

Featuring an on site restaurant, Hostel Los Pioneros offers accommodation in El Calafate. Free WiFi is available iin common areas. The city centre is 300 metres away.

From US$52.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews

Situated in El Calafate, within 3.1 km of Argentinean Lake and 1.3 km of Nimez Lagoon, Hostel Aves del Lago features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

From US$45 per night

Hostal Leolei

El Calafate
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Set in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 5.1 km, Hostal Leolei offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

From US$42.35 per night

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

Calafate Viejo Hostel

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Comfortable rooms with shared or private bathrooms are offered 200 metres from downtown Calafate . There is a shared kitchen and WiFi is free.

Hostel House 64Bigüa

El Calafate
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Set in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 4.5 km, Hostel House 64Bigüa offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

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Avg. price/night: US$39.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 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$144
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 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: US$39.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$144
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,887 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$39.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 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: US$98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 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: US$98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,690 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: US$39.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 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