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Hosteria Rukahue

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Calafate hostal

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Free daily continental breakfast
A table with two plates of food and two glasses of red wine, set against a backdrop of a scenic view.
A stone fireplace with a fire, a rustic wooden shelf above it, and a window with curtains.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Glaciar Don Bosco N° 65, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, Plaza de los Pioneros
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenue del Libertador
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gnome Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, a lamp, and a curtain.

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden cabin room with two beds, a window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden chair.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, each with a lamp and pillows, a window with curtains, and a wooden wall.

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

In El Calafate .You'll find Museo de El Calafate and Plaza de los Pioneros within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostal. Avenue del Libertador and Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Plaza de los Pioneros - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Museo de El Calafate - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Avenue del Libertador - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gnome Village - 10 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Merino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hosteria Rukahue

Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Calafate hostal
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hosteria Rukahue. Self parking is free.

This El Calafate hostal is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2006
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hosteria Rukahue offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • 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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 12.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hosteria Rukahue Hostal El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal
Hosteria Rukahue El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal
Hosteria Rukahue El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hosteria Rukahue to the airport?

Hosteria Rukahue is 11.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hosteria Rukahue have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hosteria Rukahue.

Does Hosteria Rukahue offer free breakfast?

Hosteria Rukahue offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hosteria Rukahue?

No, there is no casino at this hostal, but Casino Club El Calafate (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hosteria Rukahue?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hosteria Rukahue?

This hostal offers free self parking.

Does Hosteria Rukahue have a pool?

Hosteria Rukahue does not have a pool.

Does Hosteria Rukahue have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Hosteria Rukahue to downtown El Calafate?

Hosteria Rukahue is 0.9 mi away from El Calafate.

Hosteria Rukahue Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous small hotel. Great breakfast and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely small 9 room hotel. Staff are lovely, good breakfast and comfortable room. Fantastic value for money - would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, breakfast was also possible a bit earlier as we had to catch a bus. Comfortable rooms, would come back anytime!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Swarup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff was very courteous and helpful. The breakfast was customer to meet our dietary restrictions but still was super delicious. We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a cute little lodge-type hotel. Staff was really friendly and breakfast was very good. I loved the decor in the common area and the cabin feel of the place. Room was a little cramped (especially the shower) but it was great for what we needed for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jérémie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Positives : Very friendly and available staff. The hostel is close enough to the center (15 minute walk). Breakfasts are simple and sufficient. Negatives : The shower is very, very tiny.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful family run hotel, they were always so happy to help with anything, would 100% recommend staying here!!💛
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cozy, good wifi, and clean room. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FORRESTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner of the hotel is extremely nice and friendly, enjoy to stay in this hotel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Clean and friendly amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delightful surprise! I picked this hotel because it is close to the bus station, but it turned out to be one of our favorite hotels of our month-long journey through Patagonia. We will stay there again in a couple days. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Shampoo and conditioner provided and water pressure was good. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super staff, tidy and clean rooms, good breakfast, nice location and easy to get into the city centre and away to the bus station
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rossan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
home away from home. It"s like staying with your family in a well managed accomodation. The view from the dining room and lobby is spectacular so is the well kept garden outside my window
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a welcoming experience. Room is small but very clean. Location is a bit away from town center, about 15 walk, but conducive for a good night sleep. Had a very pleasant experience!! Vanmaly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cozy place with super nice people, dont miss the chance to enjoy their hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property to stay at. Staff super friendly. It’s a little bit far from the cuty center though.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly stuff, clean linens:) cute atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was very nice, breakfast excellent with eggs too! Location is a little far from town- 15-20 min walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Our favorite hostel

We stayed at several hostels during our Patagonia trip and this was our favorite. It is really more like a B&B. Family run, very welcoming. We really enjoyed the breakfast and courtyard!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryn

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

Great stay

Hosteria Rukahue is so cute and the hosts are so kind and accommodating. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family-owned and managed, this hostal is the best base from which to know the glaciar area. Very helpful staff will guide you around while sharing the local history and culture
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

zheng

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts made my husband and I feel right at home. The hotel is clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Excellent place with very friendly hosts

Fantastic stay at Hosteria Rukahue. A clean, comfortable and very friendly place run by hosts who cannot do enough for their guests. It's about 15 minutes to walk to the main street (and uphill on the way back). Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023