El Arbol Hostel
Eduardo de la Barra 29
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2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Very nice friendly vibe with both the stuff and the other guests”
“Very kind and friendly staff”
“Close to shops, restaurants and bus station”
“This hostel is located in an old beautiful villa near the old city center of La …”
“Good breakfast, friendly staff, very comfortable bed”
“I suppose I was lucky that I got a cheap upgrade to a better room on a quiet day”
“The beds are comfortable, there are lockers and it was always clean”
“The dorm was very clean and comfortable”
“The breakfast is also great here”
“Social gathering at breakfast”
“Breakfast was included and all for a very reasonable price”
Overview
Located in the city's historic centre, Hostal El Arbol offers accommodations in La Serena. Free Wi-Fi access is available here. Rooms at Hostal El Arbol feature a shared bathroom and some have garden views. Breakfast is included. At Hostal El Arbol guests will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horseback riding, cycling and hiking. Hostal El Arbol is located 400 metres from the bus terminal and 1 km from La Serena Beach. All Chilean citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (IVA) of 19%.
Traveller reviews
Davide
couple
May 30, 2026
“Lovely stay in La Serena”
Very nice friendly vibe with both the stuff and the other guests
Matthew
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
“Amazing staff, super friendly, comfy beds, hot showers and close to everything you need”
Very kind and friendly staff. Let me use the facilities after check out before my bus. Close to shops, restaurants and bus station.
Shi Yin
solo_traveller
April 8, 2026
Good breakfast, friendly staff, very comfortable bed.
Tiziana
solo_traveller
April 3, 2026
“Ok”
Ok
Adrienn
couple
March 15, 2026
“Great stay for La Serena”
This hostel is located in an old beautiful villa near the old city center of La Serena. The staff is really helpful and friendly here. They organizing a lot of activities like whale watching or star gazing tours. You can also rent a bike here to discover the more outside part of the city. We spent only one night here but we loved it. The breakfast is also great here. 😋
Rina
solo_traveller
March 1, 2026
It's a cosy little hostel near the main square and not too far from the bus station and a big supermarket. The atmosphere is friendly and staff is helpful. The beds are comfortable, there are lockers and it was always clean. There's a small backyard where you can sit outside.
Rouven
solo_traveller
February 23, 2026
Social gathering at breakfast
xaviergarciac
solo_traveller
February 4, 2026
Jacky was there to serve and she did an amazing job. She deserves a pay rise
Stefan
solo_traveller
January 18, 2026
The breakfast was amazing & the staff just as kind as you can imagine. Lovely place to stay! Muchas gracias!!
Jacquelyn
solo_traveller
January 15, 2026
The dorm was very clean and comfortable. Staff was very nice and accommodating when I had an issue.
Neil Shipley
solo_traveller
December 4, 2025
Excellent hostel. Very clean. Very friendly. I suppose I was lucky that I got a cheap upgrade to a better room on a quiet day. Very close to the bus station. If you are coming to la swrena you really must go to valle de elqui, vicuna, star gazing, downhill cycling, guayacan brewery.
Gladys
solo_traveller
November 19, 2025
“Felt like at a bed and breakfast cozy place.”
Place was very nice. The ladies who work at the arbol are adorable.
Riko
solo_traveller
November 15, 2025
Hostal El Árbol is an interesting hostel. It is located 5 minutes from La Serena's centre and the house has a nice living room, dining room and bathroom. It is just as nice as in the pictures. Unfortunately, if you book a dorm, this is not where you will sleep. There is a small shed behind the house with two rooms and 8 beds and a bathroom. It is not so comfortable and there is not much space. So if you want a decent stay, book a private room or a different hostel straight away.
Jesper
solo_traveller
October 3, 2025
Nice location, good bedrooms (although a bit tiny when all beds are occupied) and also sanitary facilities were fine. Breakfast was included and all for a very reasonable price.
Benjamin
solo_traveller
September 26, 2025
“Very Good”
Great location near bus station and town, beach was a little further to walk but still close. Tali on reception is fabulous, very helpful with advice for things to do etc. Nice breakfast. Good communal areas inside and out.
Dzhozef
couple
August 15, 2025
Rien
Daniel
solo_traveller
April 25, 2025
“Employee downgrades a beautiful hostel”
Very comfortable and warm beds, clean and cozy place!
raffaele
solo_traveller
March 31, 2025
“Good location and value for money”
Very good location and nice room. Staff was friendly and helpful. The kitchen is quite small so needed to wait for other people to prep there meal. But good shared space
Hana
solo_traveller
March 14, 2025
A nice accomodation, easy to meet people. Very clean. The location was also good - easy to reach from the busstation.
Aubert
solo_traveller
March 14, 2025
Very good location, very clean property. Tali is an excellent host !
Facilities
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Designated smoking area
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Shared lounge/TV area
Standard Double Room
Features a shared bathroom.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
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