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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 reviews
    From
    US$108
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
    From
    US$51
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews
    From
    US$33
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviews
    From
    US$35
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
    From
    US$79
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews
    From
    US$48
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews
    From
    US$43
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews
    From
    US$28
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,449 reviews
    From
    US$60
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
    From
    US$14
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    From
    US$38
    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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
    From
    US$42
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
    From
    US$30
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
    From
    US$54
    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
  • From
    US$40
    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.

M
Miglena_
From
Bulgaria
I was kind of suspicious to stay in a hostel, ok in a room with bathroom, but I was absolutely surprise to found how amazing is this place. It has very strict policy about noise and everything that guests kept. It is super clean and perfect maintained. Location is perfect, in a striking distance of the downtown and less to the bus station. But the greatest advantage Folk hostel has is Faustina. She provided me in advance so much useful information for the place, the tours we can have. She booked two daily tours for us and we were so happy with the tours guides and tours themselves. Thank you so much Faustina for making our stay in El Calafate so memorable!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,399 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.

L
Laine
From
Chile
The location of the hostel is great and the views are amazing! You can get good food from the bar but you can also cook in the shared kitchen by yourself! Breakfast was good too! Best of all, the staff working there is amazing. They helped me when I had some struggles and in general keeps a lovely vibe in the hostel! I loved my stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 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.

B
Buckingham
From
New Zealand
Very friendly staff and large comfortable room overlooking garden. Good outside area for chilling (schilling) out. Really good selection of foods for breakfast. Very close to shops and restaurants etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
Price from
US$78.59
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.

A
Aleksandra
From
United Kingdom
The lady that runs it is amazing, very helpful and sweet. The place is spotless and it has comfy beds. There's a Mexican restaurant nearby. It's 6mins a bit up the hill - from the bus station but it's a bit far from town centre. I used it for one night coming back from El Chalten and taking flight the next day to Santiago.
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.

m
martina
From
Italy
Located right in front of the bus station, 15 minutes on foot to city center. The room was spacious enough, private bathroom was very large. Everything was clean, there is a large shared kitchen for cooking. You can leave your luggage for free and the staff is helpful, they offer transfer to airport and Perito Moreno at extra cost.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviews
Price from
US$34.84
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.

M
Marianna
From
Cyprus
The hotel was very clean and had excellent service, especially Paola was very helpful, and as our flight was cancelled, she made all the necessary changes in order not to miss our reservation and glacier tour. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 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.

L
Lasseur
From
France
The staff is very very kind, and the hostal is a great place to stay and meet other travellers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
US$51.33
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.

N
Nathalie
From
Finland
Super friendly owner, well equipoed kitchen, dormitory with bathroom. Good location close to the busstation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
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.

K
Koen Franciscus Johannes
From
Netherlands
Great hostel with excellent service!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 250 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.

A
ALVARO
From
Spain
Location is great The hosts are extremely welcoming, they provide lots of help when it comes to planning perito moreno glacier and other excursions. Very nice family-run place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews
Price from
US$32.50
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.

M
Miglena_
From
Bulgaria
I was kind of suspicious to stay in a hostel, ok in a room with bathroom, but I was absolutely surprise to found how amazing is this place. It has very strict policy about noise and everything that guests kept. It is super clean and perfect maintained. Location is perfect, in a striking distance of the downtown and less to the bus station. But the greatest advantage Folk hostel has is Faustina. She provided me in advance so much useful information for the place, the tours we can have. She booked two daily tours for us and we were so happy with the tours guides and tours themselves. Thank you so much Faustina for making our stay in El Calafate so memorable!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,399 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.

L
Laine
From
Chile
The location of the hostel is great and the views are amazing! You can get good food from the bar but you can also cook in the shared kitchen by yourself! Breakfast was good too! Best of all, the staff working there is amazing. They helped me when I had some struggles and in general keeps a lovely vibe in the hostel! I loved my stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 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.

B
Buckingham
From
New Zealand
Very friendly staff and large comfortable room overlooking garden. Good outside area for chilling (schilling) out. Really good selection of foods for breakfast. Very close to shops and restaurants etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
Price from
US$78.59
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.

A
Aleksandra
From
United Kingdom
The lady that runs it is amazing, very helpful and sweet. The place is spotless and it has comfy beds. There's a Mexican restaurant nearby. It's 6mins a bit up the hill - from the bus station but it's a bit far from town centre. I used it for one night coming back from El Chalten and taking flight the next day to Santiago.
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.

m
martina
From
Italy
Located right in front of the bus station, 15 minutes on foot to city center. The room was spacious enough, private bathroom was very large. Everything was clean, there is a large shared kitchen for cooking. You can leave your luggage for free and the staff is helpful, they offer transfer to airport and Perito Moreno at extra cost.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviews
Price from
US$34.84
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.

M
Marianna
From
Cyprus
The hotel was very clean and had excellent service, especially Paola was very helpful, and as our flight was cancelled, she made all the necessary changes in order not to miss our reservation and glacier tour. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 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.

L
Lasseur
From
France
The staff is very very kind, and the hostal is a great place to stay and meet other travellers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
US$51.33
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.

N
Nathalie
From
Finland
Super friendly owner, well equipoed kitchen, dormitory with bathroom. Good location close to the busstation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$13.50
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.

K
Koen Franciscus Johannes
From
Netherlands
Great hostel with excellent service!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 250 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.

A
ALVARO
From
Spain
Location is great The hosts are extremely welcoming, they provide lots of help when it comes to planning perito moreno glacier and other excursions. Very nice family-run place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews
Price from
US$32.50
1 night, 2 adults
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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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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, 1,449 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,297 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in El Calafate

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 reviews

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Hostal Leolei

El Calafate
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 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.

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$68.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 263 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$45.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 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$75.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 446 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$85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,449 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$63.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 249 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

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Avg. price/night: US$39.16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 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$129.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 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$39.16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 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$129.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,889 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$39.16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 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$78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 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$78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,676 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$39.16
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 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