Refugio Chalten Hostel
Av. Lago Del Desierto 46
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Why people book this hotel
“Good showers and rooms”
“The hostel is really nice and cosy, kitchen is fully equipped, showers are clean…”
“Lovely hostel”
“The hostel is clean, staff is super nice, kitchen is well-equipped, hot water is…”
“we liked the location, away from the feeling of overly touristic environment of …”
“Location is pretty good depending on what trails you're taking”
“- kitchen and bathrooms cleaned regularly - nice communal space”
“The room was basic but was very comfortable - shared bathrooms were always reall…”
Overview
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. At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Refugio Chalten Hostel also boast a mountain view. All rooms have bed linen. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 200 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Charlotte
couple
March 30, 2026
“cosy hostel ideal for cooking and relaxing after a days hiking.”
- kitchen and bathrooms cleaned regularly - nice communal space
Fiona
couple
March 16, 2026
Lovely hostel!!! We loved staying here - it was cosy & warm! The room was basic but was very comfortable - shared bathrooms were always really clean & the shower was hot! Shared kitchen was great for cooking & was regularly cleaned!
Elin
couple
February 25, 2026
Nice, well-equipped kitchen. Good showers and rooms. Can store luggage.
Mojca
couple
February 21, 2026
“relaxed, calm hostel, with a communicative and kind staff, away from the busy main street.”
we liked the location, away from the feeling of overly touristic environment of the main street.
Petra
family_with_children
February 19, 2026
The hostel is clean, staff is super nice, kitchen is well-equipped, hot water is hot, wifi works well and my bed was very comfortable. It is a calm place.
Yaroslav
family_with_children
February 17, 2026
“Beds are so creepy”
Kitchen
Shannon
solo_traveller
February 4, 2026
The hostel is really nice and cosy, kitchen is fully equipped, showers are clean and beds are comfy! Location is pretty good depending on what trails you're taking
Andrew
family_with_children
January 31, 2026
Good stay at refugio chalten. It has a good communal kitchen which is not always easy to get in El Chalten
Caroline
family_with_children
January 10, 2026
“Overpriced hostel”
It was close to the bus station.
Minjung
solo_traveller
January 8, 2026
“Recommend to solo, couple, friends”
Cozy place to stay for a long term if you come for trekking. Good location to take a laguna de torre trail.
Rodrigo
family_with_children
December 6, 2025
“Good hostel but expensive”
Good hostel, kitchen available, good heating, decent beds, good location near town centre, very helpful staff
CHRIS MALLOCK
family_with_children
December 4, 2025
“Friendly staff, and fully met expectations you should have of a hostel.”
Decent enough kitchen and plenty of space for eating. Good maps around the place and the room did what it needed to
Julia
family_with_children
November 21, 2025
“One of the best places I have ever visited! Extremely nice and helpful Lady, cozy rooms and clean shared spaces. Definit”
Jakob
couple
April 19, 2025
“Excellent busget accomodation in central location”
Very good budget option, cozy private room, well equipped communal kitchen, also good for connecting with other travelers.
Alexandre
couple
March 17, 2025
“Average. Way more expensive than similar places in El Chalten. Extra fees if you want to leave a bag”
Expensive for the service provided Extra fees if you want to leave a bag
Anna
couple
March 8, 2025
Nice staff, basic conditions ,but everything worked, very good atmosphere
Jasmine
couple
February 25, 2025
“Cosy and peaceful!”
My partner and I really enjoyed it here. The hostel is clean and quiet which is nice after a long days hike. Feels snug and welcoming too.
vaila
solo_traveller
February 23, 2025
“Best staff”
Such lovely staff
Harit
couple
February 14, 2025
“Ok place to stay”
Location
Ryan
couple
February 14, 2025
“Cosy little stay, near to all amenities”
Great location only 5 minutes from the station and supermarket, easy check in and the private double room was cosy and had everything you needed! Staff were friendly and it was quiet at night which was good after a long day.
Facilities
Activities
Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Luggage storage, Tour desk
Double Room
The double room offers a wardrobe, parquet floors, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features heating and mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Twin Room
The twin room provides a wardrobe, parquet floors, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room features heating and mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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