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Folk Hostel

2.0 star property
El Calafate accommodations with free WiFi

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
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Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Jose R. Haro 424, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, Avenue del Libertador
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gnome Village
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (4 People) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (4 People)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Accessible, Non Smoking (8 People) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Accessible, Non Smoking (8 People)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 8-Bed

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 4-Bed

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Standard

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Standard with Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

In El Calafate .Your stay at this El Calafate hostel places you within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de los Pioneros and Avenue del Libertador. Museo de El Calafate and Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Museo de El Calafate - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenue del Libertador - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gnome Village - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Merino - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wanaco Tradicional Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Folk Hostel

El Calafate accommodations with free WiFi
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Folk Hostel. Free self parking is available.

This El Calafate hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Folk Hostel offers 14 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Folk Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 12 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 12 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 12 years old)

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Folk Hostel El Calafate

Folk El Calafate

Folk Hostel El Calafate

Folk Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Folk Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

How close is Folk Hostel to the airport?

Folk Hostel is 11.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Folk Hostel?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Folk Hostel on May 15, 2026 start from $45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Folk Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Folk Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 12 per person, roundtrip.

Does Folk Hostel offer free breakfast?

Folk Hostel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Folk Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Club El Calafate (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Folk Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Folk Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Folk Hostel have a pool?

Folk Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Folk Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Folk Hostel to downtown El Calafate?

Folk Hostel is 0.5 mi away from El Calafate.

Folk Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were very friendly, the private room was a decent size and clean, the kitchen was big enough for at least 4 people to cook at once. The area was quiet but also central. It was a 10-15min walk from el Centro or downtown. Breakfast was simple but got the job done.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

PABLO JEFERSOM HUERFANO, BROOKLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. The staff who work there are very respectful and friendly, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing kitchen and hangout area (including an outside patio) Shower pressure/temperature were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Koichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to bus terminal. Clean room. Breakfast is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent check in reception which i would have rated 5/5 easily. She was the weekend staff and she was very helpful, informative, and pleasant, but the weekdays, morning front desk staff was completely different than all other staffs. He was selective how he relates to the guests. It seems he likes to get acquainted with the females guests more. Both time, i asked for information, it seems he cannot be bother and very short and direct with the information. I asked where i can stroll around town amd he suggested the beach. He causally point I go down the road, and I should get to the beach. Instead, he could've given me direction to the main road where it will lead to the beach, rather i have to asked the locals on the street after I got lost and went into some deadend road. When i checked in, the lady drew on the map the places to eat. Therefore, the rating is dropped 4/5 for poor guest service. I checked out unsatisfied and he knew it...sadly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and people. Great vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

kyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice hostel, pretty basic but standard breakfast better than other hostels I stayed at in the area. A little expensive for a hostel but again that’s just the price you pay in the southern regions. Nice facility and fast wifi, kitchen was fairly large and lots of space to accommodate guests
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joleen M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful and arranged a cab pick up for us to get to the airport. Breakfast was provided and easy in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Folks was a great place to stay headed to Patagonia. Great service. The management has thought through how to help people feel comfortable while there. The kitchen is great plenty of room and the common area is large and open. Super close to the bus terminal which is helpful headed to Patagonia. Town center is a bit of a walk but there is a path with stairs that was good on the legs in prep for hiking Patagonia!! I stayed going in and coming out of Patagonia. Both times I got a good nights sleep. The roommates were respectful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a temporary problem but the showers did not work and the power was out in my room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option close to bus terminal

Overall is good, the breakfast is basic
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding service. Nadya and Lucas went above and beyond to help us with anything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

karthik A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hostel and friendly staf

This is the best hostel we stayed in the entire trip! The kitchen was well equipped and the rooms were big and super clean. The most friendliest staff Ludege, he was so quick to help us find a baby sitter and did manage to get us on the minitrek in Perito Moreno in a very short notice. I would highly recommend him to book your tours!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Unver

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN JESUS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Este fue un excelente hostal!! <3 Excelente trato de Guillermo :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLEIRRANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospedagem nova

Café da manhã é fraco mas a hospedagem é nova. Limpeza 100%, confortável e aquecimento até no chão
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Karolina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst breakfast ever, good price, good staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sojeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean!! nice atmosphere!!! Walking distance to bus terminal / supermarket You can make a seat reservation for bus to Moreno Glacier at the hostel(without extra cost) Possible to walk to El Calafate downtown(10-15mins), but when late night, there is a part of the way which has no lights
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020