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Located in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 2.4 miles, Folk Hostel has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around a 5-minute walk from El Calafate Bus Station, 400 yards from El Calafate Regional Museum and 1.6 miles from Nimez Lagoon. The property provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 5.8 miles from the hostel, while Puerto Irma Ruines is 7.3 miles away. Comandante Armando Tola International Airport is 12 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
3 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
3 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
8.7
High score for El Calafate

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kristyn
    Canada Canada
    Like how close this hostel was to the bus station, made for a short walk later in the evening. Hostel staff are also super responsive to answer any questions or make adjustments pre-booking. Make sure you book your airport shuttle transfer in...
  • Peihao
    China China
    This is the best hostel I stayed during the two weeks around the central of Patagonia (El Calafate, El Chalten and Puerto Natales). It is not only with well equipped facilities but also super clean.
  • Yan
    Israel Israel
    Everything was exceptional! Room, shared bathrooms and shared kitchen are very clean. Very nice and comfort comunal space in Lobby and outside.
  • Ciaran
    United States United States
    Very friendly staff, central between bus station and the town, and a lovely clean room.
  • Veronica
    United States United States
    Amazing hostel with several restrooms and showers, super clean and nice style, big kitchen and good breakfast! The room has very comfortable bedrooms and also lockers for your luggage. It is located 3 blocks from the bus station so it’s very...
  • Brienna
    United States United States
    The bus station is a 5 minute walk which was perfect. The town is a 5-10 minute walk as well. The common spaces were huge with plenty of room for everyone. There was enough room in the kitchen for ~4 people to cook at once. Lots of kitchen storage...
  • Kim
    Singapore Singapore
    The staff is very helpful. The hostel is very well located.
  • Tj
    Estonia Estonia
    This was the 2nd time staying in the hostel after being in El Chalten for a couple of days. The welcoming staff, the proximity to town center and the ease of getting there from the bus terminal made me not hesitate staying there again.
  • Tj
    Estonia Estonia
    This is a great hostel with a nice chill vibe. There's a very nice lounge area, good Wi-Fi and they offer all sorts of tour and transportation options. Also, laundry service is available a couple of houses from the property. PS. Alan from the...
  • Lillian
    United States United States
    Staff was very friendly and helpful Close to bus station and mini markets Confortable and heated room Access to shared kitchen was convenient

Area info

Amenities of Folk Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Spa

  • Public Bath

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Folk Hostel

  • Check-in at Folk Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Folk Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Public Bath
    • Bicycle rental
  • Folk Hostel is 0.6 miles from the center of El Calafate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Folk Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.