Folk Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationJosé R. Haro 424, El Calafate, ArgentinaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and amenities.
9.2695Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at José R. Haro 424.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Hostel in El Calafate
Convenient Location: Located just minutes away from Argentinean Lake, El Calafate Bus Station, and Nimez Lagoon.
Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy concierge services, free WiFi, and a shared kitchen during your stay.
Relaxing Environment: Unwind in the garden or shared lounge after exploring Isla Solitaria and Puerto Irma Ruines nearby.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Airport shuttle
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 695 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.4
- Service9.9
- Location9.4
- Rooms8.4
- Amenities9.4
- Value9.4
- Food & drink8.9
Guests mention
Great location and accessibilityFriendly staffGood kitchen facilities
HUICHITWEspecially Thanks Faustina for all the support during my trip not only el calafate also el chaten trekking. When I booked, they were so kind to offer all the details via WhatsApp. Even though it was the low season and I…
CamilaArgentinaCómoda y tranquila
Instalaciones nuevas y limpias, espacios comunes y habitaciones espaciosas.
AlonsoChileSu gente, muy amable
PatriciaArgentinaatención del personal y desayuno
MoniqueBrazilhospedagem super confortável, café da manhã bom. Custo beneficio melhor do que imaginei.
BottinBelgiumTrès chouette hostel
La chambre est confortable, il y a une prise près du lit et un grand espace de rangement
Le personnel est sympa
Le petit déjeuner pourrait être amélioré mais était bon
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
José R. Haro 424, El Calafate, Argentina
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Folk Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Folk Hostel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Folk Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Folk Hostel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Folk Hostel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Folk Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Folk Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Folk Hostel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Folk Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Folk Hostel?
José R. Haro 424, El Calafate.
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