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Folk Hostel

2.0 star property
El Calafate accommodations with free WiFi

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Photo gallery for Folk Hostel

A building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a wooden facade.
A kitchen with hanging pots and pans, a wooden table, and a yellow wall.
A group of people toasting with beer glasses at a bar.
A spacious living area with wooden flooring, a central table with chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a large window providing natural light.
A room with a large window, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 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, Plaza de los Pioneros
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenue del Libertador
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (4 People)

A bunk room with three beds, each with a number tag.

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

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A hotel room with three single beds, a wooden table, and a door.

Deluxe Triple Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

A hotel room with a green bed, a small round table with a red chair, and a door.

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

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

A room with two beds, a window, and two bedside lamps.

Basic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

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

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Accessible, Non Smoking (8 People)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered 107 and 103, wooden flooring, and a small door at the end.

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

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

View all photos for Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 8-Bed

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 8-Bed

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 4-Bed

A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a number '601' on the lower bunk.

Shared Mixed Dormitory One Bed in 4-Bed

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Standard

A small, compact room with a green bed, a wire chair with a red cushion, and a wooden table.

Room Standard

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • 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

  • Plaza de los Pioneros - 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
  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Lechuzita - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Merino - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬11 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 Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Folk Hostel on Aug 9, 2026 start from $39, 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

Verified review

8/10 Good

VIPALUCK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very helpful. The location is not far from the bus terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I are in aHHHHH about this place , plan to return if ever in El Calafate ! All's perfect didn't want to leave ;(( the room the bed and the breakfast TOPS its the RITZ of hostels !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PABLO JEFERSOM HUERFANO

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Koichi

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

10/10 Excellent

Joleen M

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karolina

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mi estancia fue muy acogedora, muy bonito hostel, muy completo para una estancia agradable, el desayuno muy rico y abundante, muy cerca de la terminal de autobuses y del centro como a 15 minutos caminando.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karthik A

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limpieza y mantenimiento del lugar excelente, muy acogedor!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein super Hostel! Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Auch beim buchen von Touren oder Transfers bekommt man Tipps und Hilfe. Das Frühstück war zwar nicht riesig vom Umfang, jedoch hat man alles was man braucht und lecker war es auch! Tipp: Lunchbox an Rezeption bestellen, wenn man längere Touren vor hat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SOSUKE

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

清潔でアットホームで安い！

建物は真新しく、二段ベッド、トイレ、シャワー室は白色基調でとても清潔感に溢れていて気持ちよく利用できました。また、特に午後のフロント担当の男性が本当にフレンドリーで、丁寧にいろいろと対応してくれました。朝食も美味しく、自分で料理を作れるキッチンエリアもあり、なんといっても止まっている人たちがとてもリラックスしていて初対面のはずなのに、まるで共同生活をしているコミュニティのような雰囲気の中で、過ごすことができました。料金もとても安く、次も機会があればフォークホステルに必ず泊まります
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PacoG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un hostal que se encuentra a la altura a nivel mundial. Pensado para la comodidad de los mochileros o aquellos que desean alguna habitación privada. Las instalaciones son excelentes, literas, servicios sanitarios, agua caliente, cocina. Te otorgan un desayuno completo. La atención del staff es excepcional, siempre dispuestos a ayudarte.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanley

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

L'auberge parfaite !

J'ai adoré cette auberge, le bâtiment est neuf, la déco est très belle, la douche est chaude avec un bon débit, la cuisine est idéale, le salon est très agréable, les lieux sont silencieux, le petit dej est copieux, et le service juste incroyable ! Pour exemple du service, j'avais un bus à 3h du matin, ils m'ont proposé de me préparer un petit déjeuner.. Dans les autres auberges tu dépasses de 10 minutes le créneau horaire du petit-déjeuner, tu peux te gratter pour avoir quelque chose. Bref, c'est l'auberge parfaite !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

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