Hostels in El Calafate

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Travel insights for hostels in El Calafate

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in El Calafate including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in El Calafate?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in El Calafate is September (C$ 20). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in El Calafate is January (C$ 94).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in El Calafate?

The cheapest day to stay in El Calafate is Tuesday (C$ 19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 395.

Cheapest hostels in El Calafate, Argentina

Discover affordable stays in El Calafate that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in El Calafate can be found for as low as C$ 37 per night. There is currently one property in El Calafate that can be booked for this price. Hostel Los Pioneros is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in El Calafate. Price data was last updated on 7 December 2025
Out of the hostels in El Calafate we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Los Pioneros 251, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 37
Avg. per night
Puerto San Julian 244, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 57
Avg. per night
Jose R. Haro 424, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 61
Avg. per night
F.M Pontoreiero 171, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 62
Avg. per night
Gdor Moyano 1226, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 69
Avg. per night
Gobernador Paradelo 141, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 84
Avg. per night
Puerto Deseado No 153, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 120
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in El Calafate

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in El Calafate to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in El Calafate at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 7 December 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in El Calafate categorized by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Puerto San Julian 244, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
C$ 57
2 stars and under
Puerto Deseado No 153, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
C$ 120
Gobernador Paradelo 141, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
C$ 84
F.M Pontoreiero 171, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
C$ 62
Jose R. Haro 424, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
C$ 61

Other accommodations in El Calafate

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in El Calafate. There are 492 properties in El Calafate and price data was last updated on 7 December 2025. The average price for a hotel in El Calafate is C$ 47/night.
Peron 1016, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 90
Avg. per night
Glaciar Rio Túnel 210, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 137
Avg. per night
Rene Favaloro 3698, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 142
Avg. per night
El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.1 km from city centre
C$ 138
Avg. per night
El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
0.5 km from city centre
C$ 87
Avg. per night
Calle 306 Nº 173, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
0.9 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
C$ 109
Avg. per night
Los Antiguos 194, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 66
Avg. per night
Calle 992, 19, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 88
Avg. per night
Gdor Moyano 1226, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 69
Avg. per night

Where to stay in El Calafate

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Facts about staying in El Calafate

Find useful tips and insights about staying in El Calafate to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 7 December 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in El Calafate?

    On average, it’s C$ 48/night for a hostel in El Calafate, though C$ 40/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 10/night in El Calafate. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in El Calafate?

    America del Sur Hostel Calafate boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 4,084 users, making it the best hostel in El Calafate.

  • What hostel is closest to El Calafate Airport?

    It is 14.7 km to get from El Calafate Airport to Matices Hostel Terminal (the nearest El Calafate hostel to the airport).

  • Should I stay in a El Calafate hostel?

    Aside from the fact that El Calafate hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in El Calafate.

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