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Refugio Ballena Hostel

Property class: 2
Castro accommodations with patios

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A cozy living room with a person working on a laptop at a wooden table, a colorful abstract painting on the wall, and a comfortable seating area with cushions and a patterned throw.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a wooden ladder, and a view of the outside.
A cozy living room with a teal armchair, wooden shelves, a colorful painting, and a herringbone-patterned wall.
A two-story building with a wooden facade and a balcony.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ernesto Riquelme 1295, Castro, LOS LAGOS, 5700431
  • Place, Church of San Francisco
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de Armas
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Costanera Castro
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dalcahue (MHC-Mocopulli)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, City View

A bedroom with a wooden bunk bed, a single bed with a grey bedspread, a wooden door, and a small bedside table with a vase of flowers.

Standard Single Room, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Courtyard View

A room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wooden bunk bed structure.

Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Partial Sea View

A bedroom with a large bed, floral bedding, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf unit.

Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Castro

Oceanside stay.You'll find Museo Regional de Castro and Church of San Francisco within a 15-minute walk of this Castro hostel. Church of Castro and Plaza de Armas are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Church of San Francisco - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza de Armas - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Costanera Castro - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • MAM Chiloé - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dalcahue (MHC-Mocopulli) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descarriada - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Blanco - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Medan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tsuki Sushi Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Refugio Ballena Hostel

Castro accommodations with patios
Refugio Ballena Hostel offers its guests gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Refugio Ballena Hostel also features a fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities, and a convenience store.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Castro hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Refugio Ballena Hostel offers 6 accommodations with fireplaces and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CLP 8,000 to 15,000 for adults and CLP 8,000 to 15,000 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CLP 8000 to 15000 for adults, and CLP 8000 to 15000 for children
  • Housekeeping fee: CLP 6000 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Refugio Ballena Hostel to the airport?

Refugio Ballena Hostel is 13 mi (31-min drive) away from the Dalcahue (MHC-Mocopulli) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Refugio Ballena Hostel.

How close is Refugio Ballena Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 12.6 mi (28-min drive) from Tongoy Beach and 15.6 mi (41-min drive) from Yutuy Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Refugio Ballena Hostel, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of between CLP 8000 and 15000 for adults, CLP 8000 and 15000 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have a pool?

Refugio Ballena Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Refugio Ballena Hostel to downtown Castro?

Refugio Ballena Hostel is 0.5 mi away from Castro.