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Albergue Aylen-Aike, hotel in El Chalten

Featuring a bar and free WiFi, Albergue Aylen-Aike is set in El Chalten. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at the hostel.

We had such a nice time at the hostel, it was constantly clean and the rooms very comfy. It had a really nice atmosphere and everyone was really chatty and friendly. The owner is so relaxed and a really nice guy, would definitely recommend staying here! Thank you :)
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
25 reviews
Price from
£45
1 night, 2 adults
Rancho Grande Hostel, hotel in El Chalten

Rancho Grande Hostel is a large ranch-style hostel with stunning views of the Patagonian Mountains. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Big friendly hostel and one of the only places open out of season. 4 bed dorm was clean and comfortable with plenty of bathrooms available. Two kitchens are also available though they get busy at peak time. Communal area available for sitting and eating etc. Meals also available in the big restaurant. It is in an excellent location for the trails as it is just by the start of the main ones. 15min walk to bus station. Dorm beds are one of the best value for money in otherwise expensive location.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
2,263 reviews
Price from
£34
1 night, 2 adults
Rancho Aparte Hostel, hotel in El Chalten

Set in El Chalten, Rancho Aparte Hostel provides a garden and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

The reception was friendly. It has lots of tables and common spaces and even a restaurant downstairs. The location is a bit further away from the town but great for starting hikes.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
569 reviews
Price from
£30
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Wenuy-, hotel in El Chalten

Hostel Wenuy- is set in El Chalten and features a garden. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests. At the hostel, every room has a patio.

The staff are friendly and helpful. They even prepare adapter for me to borrow. The location is good and not far away from a supermarket. Depending on which route you are going to, it is near the start point of some treks but far from others
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
232 reviews
Price from
£30
1 night, 2 adults
Refugio Chalten Hostel, hotel in El Chalten

Refugio Chalten Hostel features accommodation in El Chalten. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Ok for a night. Good small place to meet other travellers. Shared rooms very small. If fully booked and you need to prepare for a longer trek it's getting very "cosy".
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
295 reviews
Price from
£43
1 night, 2 adults
Condor De Los Andes, hotel in El Chalten

Located in the heart of El Chalten area, Condor De Los Andes offers heated rooms. It features a fully equipped kitchen and a fireplace. There is a Bus Station 200 metres away.

Ok for one night. But costly for a shared room but that's the case in the whole of El Chalten. Staff very friendly
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
531 reviews
Price from
£56
1 night, 2 adults
Mistico Hostel 23, hotel in El Chalten

Mistico Hostel 23 in El Chalten has a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Located at a great spot where many of the hikes begin. There are groceries and equipment rental stores nearby. By the number of people they are hosting, the facilities were relatively clean. The bunk beds have storage below them that are lockable.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
321 reviews
Price from
£52
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Los Viajeros, hotel in El Chalten

Located in El Chalten, Hostel Los Viajeros features a garden, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

Los Viajeros hostel is not far from the terminal. The hostel is nice, very clean, it is tidied all the time. And that's where the positive aspects end.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
152 reviews
Price from
£41
1 night, 2 adults
Patagonia Hostel, hotel in El Chalten

Located on El Chalten’s main road, Patagonia Hostel offers a fully equipped common kitchen, a guest room with satellite TV, and panoramic garden views.

Good location, kitchen sufficient, very warm. Nice common area to eat and meet people. Helpful staff.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
154 reviews
Kaiken - Hostel & Departamentos, hotel in El Chalten

Located in El Chalten, Kaiken - Hostel & Departamentos features a garden and free WiFi throughout the property.

Nice quiet apartment at the foot of one of the big hikes, had all the facilities that you could want.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
261 reviews
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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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  • Rancho Grande Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,263 reviews

    Rancho Grande Hostel is a large ranch-style hostel with stunning views of the Patagonian Mountains. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    everything was good. awesome communal places to meet others.

  • Refugio Chalten Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 295 reviews

    Refugio Chalten Hostel features accommodation in El Chalten. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

    It was a very comfortable accommodation that had great cooking facilities.

  • Max
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 228 reviews

    Situated in El Chalten, in a building dating from 2015, Max features a garden and guestrooms with free WiFi. A tour desk can provide information on the area.

    Nice, clean room, comfortable bed, free tea and coffee

  • Kaiken - Hostel & Departamentos
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 261 reviews

    Located in El Chalten, Kaiken - Hostel & Departamentos features a garden and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Habitación compartida muy amplia. Exelente atención. Nos

  • Hostel Pioneros del Valle
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 934 reviews

    Comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi are offered just 5 blocks from downtown El Chalten. There is free private parking and the bus terminal is a 12-minute walk. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

    Great place to meet other hikers, friendly staff. Big lockers.

  • Hostel El Salto
    Budget options available

    Hostel El Salto is offering accommodation in El Chalten. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Milenarios Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 111 reviews

    Situated on the beachfront in El Chalten and boasting a garden, Milenarios Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property.

    Excelente en todo , Roberto y Julia excepcionales en todo sentido!

  • Patagonia Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 154 reviews

    Located on El Chalten’s main road, Patagonia Hostel offers a fully equipped common kitchen, a guest room with satellite TV, and panoramic garden views.

    le petit déjeuner excellent, le personnel adorable

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

  • Condor De Los Andes
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 531 reviews

    Located in the heart of El Chalten area, Condor De Los Andes offers heated rooms. It features a fully equipped kitchen and a fireplace. There is a Bus Station 200 metres away.

    Nice staff, clean, 3 minutes by walk to bus station

  • Magna
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 38 reviews

    Situated in El Chalten, Magna offers a garden. The hostel also features free WiFi and free private parking.

    La atención, limpieza, ubicacion, comodidad, calidez

  • Hostel Luna Country
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 319 reviews

    Set in El Chalten, in a building dating from 2008, Hostel Luna Country features a garden and guestrooms with free WiFi.

    The owner sent us to the bus terminal during snow for free!

  • Hostel Los Viajeros
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 152 reviews

    Located in El Chalten, Hostel Los Viajeros features a garden, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

    La atención del personal del del hostel excelente. Muy amables

  • Constantino Hostel by lo de Guille

    Situated in El Chalten, Constantino Hostel by lo de Guille has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Piedra del Fraile - Refugio de montaña

    Piedra del Fraile - Refugio de montaña is set in El Chalten and features a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

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  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 585 reviews
    Very good location, a short walk from the bus station, no taxi necessary, if you're up for rolling your luggage down the street or sidewalk for about 5 to 10 minutes. Front desk staff Diana and Augustina were very friendly and helpful, they gave us good info about the town, restaurants and the hikes. Included breakfast was adequate. Room was quiet. FYI, This place is basically a hostel for budget conscious travellers, many of whom had rooms with shared bathrooms.
    Christopher
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £67.30
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,263 reviews
    Rancho Grande is at a great location in El Chaltén - close to the start of all the famous trekking trails. The restaurant area is open 24/7 - food is great (huge and delicious Milanesas! By staying in the hostel, I got 10% discount for all dinners. The atmosphere is very cozy, perfect for an after-hike relaxation. The kitchen area is big, common areas are well-designed.
    Thyra
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 322 reviews
    I’m not sure how this hostel isn’t better rated. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff were great, the facilities are great and the atmosphere is perfect! The kitchen is very large and well stocked which allows you to save a bit by cooking. The hostel is also the cheapest option available that we could find in chalten. There is also a very secure procedure for leaving your bags in reception after you’ve checked out if you aren’t ready to leave yet.
    Lewis
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 321 reviews
    Lovely people working at místico hostel, so kind and helpful and took care of our needs. Good location on the main thoroughfare and dorms with just 8 beds. Decent sized kitchen and dining area. Felt safe and secure. Perfect base for hiking.
    Michelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.29
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    Great location, very friendly staff. The room was very small but the price was really cheap so overall very happy with it. Perfect for budget travellers.
    Aileen
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 111 reviews
    Great host, very friendly and helpful. Hostel is in a great location and is perfect for backpackers both solo or groups/couples. Separate kitchen is great and on site parking.
    Gunnar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £67.30
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,263 reviews
    The staff were incredibly helpful and one of the cleanest hostels I’ve stayed in. Rooms had lockers and there were plenty of showers and toilets so I never had to wait. Best location for hikes as well as you’re a 2 minute walk from the base. Charged in the official currency as well which makes it even cheaper than advertised in GBP.
    Cara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £67.30
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,263 reviews
    Best hostel in town. Rooms were clean warm and beds comfortable. Common room was nice, comfy couches. Close to the start of the trails. Epic restaurant, huge, delicious meals, reasonably priced and open 24/7. Best food in town. Very good showers.
    Matthew
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 569 reviews
    Cosy hostel, good staff, great location for the v popular Laguna de Los Tres hike. One of the dorm rooms has two beds and they let us switch, so effectively a private twin (bunkbed) room for the same price.
    Neeraj
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 569 reviews
    Nice hostel. Good living room. Not bad but not great for meeting people. Decent kitchen facilities.
    Adam
    Solo traveller
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