See all properties

Palafito Waiwen

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Castro hostel

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Palafito Waiwen

Living area
Restaurant
Front of property
Exclusive Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

View in a map
1236 Ernesto Riquelme, Castro, Los Lagos
  • Place, Church of San Francisco
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de Armas
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, MAM Chiloé
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Economy Twin Room

Living area

Economy Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Suite

Exclusive Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Castro

In Castro .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).
View more Hostels in CastroOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Church of San Francisco - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza de Armas - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Costanera Castro - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Yumbel Peasant Fair - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • MAM Chiloé - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Isla De Brac - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Brújula del Cuerpo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Autoservicio El Mirador - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palafito Restaurant La Parrilla de Antonio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Restaurant Plaza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Palafito Waiwen

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Castro hostel
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Palafito Waiwen also features tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Castro hostel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Palafito Waiwen offers 8 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This Castro hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

Restaurant
Hotel Esmeralda
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 7 reviews
$79 nightly
The price is $79
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Hotel Esmeralda

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CLP 7,000 to 7,000 for adults and CLP 4,000 to 5,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 private bathrooms

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palafito Waiwen

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CLP 10000.0 per day.
  • 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 asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). 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 (19%).

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 continental breakfast: approximately CLP 7000 to 7000 for adults, and CLP 4000 to 5000 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: CLP 10000.0 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, debit cards, and cash
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Palafito Waiwen Castro
Palafito Waiwen Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Palafito Waiwen Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Castro

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palafito Waiwen to the airport?

Palafito Waiwen is 107.2 mi (197-min drive) away from the Puerto Montt (PMC-Tepual) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palafito Waiwen?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palafito Waiwen on Jan 4, 2026 start from $39.44, 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 Palafito Waiwen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palafito Waiwen.

How close is Palafito Waiwen to the beach?

This hostel is 12.6 mi (27-min drive) from Tongoy Beach and 15.3 mi (37-min drive) from Yutuy Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palafito Waiwen offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Palafito Waiwen, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between CLP 7000 and 7000 for adults, CLP 4000 and 5000 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Palafito Waiwen?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Palafito Waiwen?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Palafito Waiwen?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Palafito Waiwen have a pool?

Palafito Waiwen does not have a pool.

Does Palafito Waiwen have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Palafito Waiwen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Palafito Waiwen to downtown Castro?

Palafito Waiwen is 0.5 mi away from Castro.