Hosteria Rukahue

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

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Front of property - evening/night
Food and drink
Free daily continental breakfast
View from property
Fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Glaciar Don Bosco N° 65, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gnome Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Family Triple Room

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

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

In El Calafate .Within a 15-minute walk of the hostal, you'll find La Aldea de los Gnomos and Museo de El Calafate. Plaza de los Pioneros and Avenue del Libertador are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • La Aldea de los Gnomos - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gnome Village - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Calafate Fishing - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Tablita - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Oveja Negra - ‬18 min walk

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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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

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 asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).

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
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. 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hosteria Rukahue?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hosteria Rukahue on Oct 4, 2025 start from $55.49, excluding 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 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.