Folk Hostel

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.4

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Folk Hostel in El Calafate offers a garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, public bath, and shared kitchen. Additional amenities include a patio, private bathroom, and mountain views. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides a paid shuttle service, bike hire, and tour desk. Free off-site parking is available. A 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security ensure a pleasant stay. Prime Location: Located 19 km from Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, Folk Hostel is a 5-minute walk from El Calafate Bus Station and 400 metres from the Regional Museum. Nearby attractions include Argentinean Lake (3.9 km) and Nimez Lagoon (2.5 km). Guest Satisfaction: Guests appreciate the public transport options, bathroom comfort, and attentive staff. Highly rated for its excellent service and support.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • FREE parking!

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
Patio
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Wake-up service
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$32 per night
Original price
US$105.84
Last-minute Deal
- US$10.58
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Total before taxes
US$95.26
US$32 is the average price per night. This includes taxes and charges.
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  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$35 per night
Original price
US$117.60
Last-minute Deal
- US$11.76
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$105.84
US$35 is the average price per night. This includes taxes and charges.
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You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
  • Good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Diego
France France
“New. Clean. Organized. Breakfast included. I really enjoyed this place.”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean rooms. Nice area for dining and relaxing. Well-equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Powerful shower. Close to bus station. Helpful staff. Luggage storage.”
Walther
Germany Germany
“We stayed for a week and had a really good time. The breakfast is exceptional for a hostel (fruit, scrambled eggs, juice, coffee…). Everything was cleaned very frequently. The kitchen was very comfortable and the seating area was also really good...”
Guojun
China China
“5 minutes' walk from the bus terminal and 3 minutes' walk from the supermarket. Foreigners who pay with credit cards are exempt from VAT, and the kitchen facilities are fully equipped for cooking. Breakfast is also very good”
Hamish
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“One of the nicest hostel on my whole trip of South America and near the bus terminal.”
William
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Extremely well organised. Fantastic kitchen facilities. Very clean and comfortable.”
Jean-francois
France France
“All in all I stayed 3 nights at Folk. Because my trip to El Calafate turned a bit chaotic, I made three different bookings in a row, so I had the opportunity to try the private bedroom with private bathroom, the 4-bed mixed dormitory and the...”
Claudine
Canada Canada
“I've loved EVERYTHING about my stay, and I do not say this lightly. New hostel, engaged and super attentive staff. Luminous and spatious everything.. room, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom.. Excellent value for price, modern...”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really nice social space, good wi-fi, great breakfast! the bathrooms are huge and really clean, the whole space is modern and there are good spaces to chill/sofas to relax on”
Joanne
Germany Germany
“Franco was great and went above and beyond to help the guests. The beds were comfortable, everything was clean, the kitchen was well-equipped and the included breakfast was good. There was also plenty of room to store your bags in the bedrooms or...”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 099/2018, 1723