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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. The property is set 500 metres from El Calafate Bus Station, 400 metres from Regional Museum and 2.5 km from Nimez Lagoon. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

The bus terminal is within line of sight so we were able to walk to the hostel easily without having to take a taxi. The hostel is new and in good condition. We had a private room with bath and it was very spacious.

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9
Superb
1,175 reviews

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.

At America del Sur Hostel, all rooms and dormitories have beautiful views of the valley and mountains beyond. They offer private bathrooms, lockers and heating.

Helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was great and started early if you had to leave early in the morning. The evenings were entertaining and busy in the restaurant area. The drinks were phenomenal.

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9
Superb
2,801 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Set in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 5.2 km, Hostel House 64Bigüa offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 1.6 km from Regional Museum, 2.2 km from Nimez Lagoon and 2.6 km from El Calafate Bus Station. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and currency exchange for guests.

Everything is organized and staff was very helpful and kind

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9.2
Superb
162 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

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. The property is around 300 metres from El Calafate Bus Station, 1.2 km from Regional Museum and 2.9 km from Nimez Lagoon. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

The owner of the hostel was a great person. She was very helpful. Breakfast was not provided, but either way she did arrange for some small snacks and tea/coffee in the morning. The bathrooms were very clean.

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9.1
Superb
43 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Calafate Hostel features dormitories with shared bathroom facilities and rooms with private bathrooms. Linens and room service are provided.

Guests at Calafate Hostel can relax in the garden or order snacks at the bar. Guest get special discounts to various excursions and activities.

Excellent location, helpful staff, comfortable room

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8.5
Very good
6,550 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Hostel Danny is set in El Calafate, 5 km from Argentinean Lake and 800 metres from Regional Museum. The property is situated 1.6 km from El Calafate Bus Station, 2.2 km from Nimez Lagoon and 8.8 km from Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island). The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

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.

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8.7
Fabulous
359 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Located in El Calafate, 6.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Titan Hostel y Cabañas Del Titan provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a concierge service.

We stayed in the cabins and then also in the hostel and both were great!! They are clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The WiFi is good and the view from the cabins is beautiful. The hostel kitchen is also well equipped and the free breakfast was great! Definitely recommend this place to anyone in El Calafate.

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8.9
Fabulous
218 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Situated in El Calafate, within 5.2 km of Argentinean Lake and 1.7 km of Regional Museum, AONIKENK HOSTEL features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Host was very nice. Room was very comfortable with a bed and a desk.

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8.7
Fabulous
218 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Located in El Calafate, 4.6 km from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Elal provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Located around 800 metres from Regional Museum, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Nimez Lagoon. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

the staff are so nice and so willing to help. very friendly. location is great and quiet

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8.1
Very good
583 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Featuring a garden and a bar, Folk Suites is set in El Calafate, 4.4 km from Argentinean Lake and 1.3 km from Regional Museum. Boasting a sun terrace, this property is located near attractions such as Nimez Lagoon. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The units at the hostel come with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Well located, good installation, big kitchen and near the main street. Perfect!!

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8.2
Very good
780 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

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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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  • America Del Sur Calafate Hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,800 reviews

    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.

    Architecture, Great Staff, Location, Food, Clean, View

  • Calafate Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,549 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.

    Helpful reception staff, good breakfast, comfy room

  • Titan Hostel y Cabañas Del Titan
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews

    Located in El Calafate, 6.9 km from Argentinean Lake, Titan Hostel y Cabañas Del Titan provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Todo fue perfecto, las instalaciones 10/10 👏👏👏

  • AONIKENK HOSTEL
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews

    Situated in El Calafate, within 5.2 km of Argentinean Lake and 1.7 km of Regional Museum, AONIKENK HOSTEL features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    Great enthusiastic couple feeling you home. Thanks

  • Hostel I Keu Ken
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 241 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.

    Yasmin was super helpful. Had a relaxed friendly vibe.

  • Bla Guest House
    Budget options available
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,164 reviews

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

    Nice staff, good location, excellent breakfast, very clean

  • Hostel de Las Manos
    Budget options available
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 201 reviews

    Hostel de las Manos features affordable rooms in El Calafate. A daily breakfast and free WiFi access are offered. Lago Argentino Airport is only 1.4 km away.

    La amabilidad y buena disposición de los trabajadores.

  • Folk Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,175 reviews

    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.

    Great room, nice staff, good breakfast and right beside the bus station.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in El Calafate

  • Hostel House 64Bigüa
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 162 reviews

    Set in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 5.2 km, Hostel House 64Bigüa offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Amazing staff, they really care about their guests

  • Edelweiss Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    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.

    the host is so nice!! goes out of her way to help you

  • Lago Argentino Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 555 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.

    Great location. Good WiFi. Excellent hosts and clean facilities.

  • Red House Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 58 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, Red House Hostel is set in El Calafate, 5.3 km from Argentinean Lake.

    Staff were really helpful, dorm was bright and airy.

  • Hostal Schilling
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 694 reviews

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

    The breakfast is amazing and the staff is really helpful!

  • Hostel Danny
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 359 reviews

    Hostel Danny is set in El Calafate, 5 km from Argentinean Lake and 800 metres from Regional Museum.

    The hostel is basic, clean, flexible and the breakfast is for tips

  • Hostel Nakel Yenu
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 344 reviews

    Posada Nakel Yenu is a hostel nestled against a Patagonian Mountain backdrop. It offers budget accommodation with free Wi-Fi and panoramic views of Argentino Lake and Calafate Peak.

    Location was great and staff very helpful and friendly

  • Matices Hostel Terminal
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 865 reviews

    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.

    10/10 for solo traveller, very close to bus station too.

  • Matices Hostel Centro
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 45 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.

    The responsiveness of the staff and the group kitchen

  • Folk Suites
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 780 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a bar, Folk Suites is set in El Calafate, 4.4 km from Argentinean Lake and 1.3 km from Regional Museum.

    • The breakfast • Very friendly and helpful personal

  • Hostel Elal
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 583 reviews

    Located in El Calafate, 4.6 km from Argentinean Lake, Hostel Elal provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    Nice staff, good kitchen, comfy beds, good location

  • Hospedaje Los Nietos
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews

    Located in El Calafate, within 5.9 km of Argentinean Lake and less than 1 km of Regional Museum, Hospedaje Los Nietos provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property...

    Este lugar se destacó del resto con un precio favorable, el personal fue muy agradable al registrarse y ayudarnos.

  • Hostel Los Pioneros
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,273 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.

    The personnel is very kind. The bed is very comfortable.

  • Hostel Buenos Aires
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 294 reviews

    Set in a charming house with an exposed brick facade and interior wooden walls, Hostel Buenos Aires offers rooms iin El Calafate.

    Lugar comodo, confortable, con excelente ubicación

  • Calafate Viejo Hostel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 235 reviews

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

    Beautiful setting and garden. The place is close to town.

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Hostels that guests love in El Calafate

  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 411 reviews
    Flores del Sur is a delightful little hostel with an incredible team of warm, helpful, and kind-hearted girls who make your stay feel like home. The homemade cakes at breakfast add a special touch, and the hot showers are a perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring. With its great location, it's the ideal base for exploring the area. Highly recommend!
    Stephanie Antonia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £42.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,800 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
    Khrystyna
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 583 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.
    Natasha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.18
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,549 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.
    Teresa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £42.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,800 reviews
    Great location, with a lovely view over the lake in the hostel restaurant/bar. Really nice atmosphere in the hostel in the communal area with strong wifi. The staff were really helpful and responsive (you can WhatsApp them at any point) - we arrived late and they arranged for us to be booked on a tour to the glacier for early the next day.
    Cory
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £39.88
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,164 reviews
    Super cosy hostel with amazing customer service. Julio at reception welcomes everybody with a smile and provides valuable info about tours, transfers, etc. Great location too!
    Maikel
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 457 reviews
    Very good quality for the price, one of the cheaper hostels in El Calafate. Beds are comfy and the included breakfast (bread, butter, jam, yoghurt, cornflakes) is a plus. Very friendly staff at reception. They let me chill in the hostel after checkout the whole day and evening before my 3am bus.
    Floor
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £36.18
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,549 reviews
    Very spacious room, great location and helpful staff! Definitely one of the best hostels we've been in!
    Shane
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 583 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.
    ai lum
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £42.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,800 reviews
    Possibly the best hostel I've stayed in yet. Certainly the best steak I've had in All of Argentina. And you cannot beat the view. Plus they are safe and clean.
    Garbula
    Solo traveller

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