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Tonight
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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16 Oct - 17 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for El Calafate cheap hotels

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a chalkboard menu, and a sign reading "Casa de los Conejos".
A rustic cabin with a sloped roof, a front door, and a small porch with outdoor seating.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a window with an American flag, a small bar area, and various flags on the walls.
A buffet setup with various food items and beverages.

1. Hostel del Glaciar Pioneros

Hostel del Glaciar Pioneros
El Calafate
United States
Prasanna
฿512
฿1,024 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hostel del Glaciar Pioneros
A spacious dining area with large windows offering a view of the outdoors. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.
A modern hotel with a wooden facade, large windows, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A group of people seated around a table in a room with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.
A spacious room with large windows offering a view of a green landscape. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged for dining.

2. America del Sur Hostel El Calafate

America del Sur Hostel El Calafate
El Calafate
United States
saleem
฿1,958
฿1,958 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
America del Sur Hostel El Calafate
A wooden staircase with a brick wall and a potted plant.
A log cabin interior with a wooden wall adorned with maps and informational posters, a radiator, and a red refrigerator.
A wooden cabin interior with a red sofa, a small red table, and a television displaying "COMENZO FORMADO PUBLICATARIO".
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, hanging woven light fixtures, and a television in the background.

3. Calafate Hostel

Calafate Hostel
El Calafate
Ireland
Shane
฿1,450
฿1,450 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Calafate Hostel
A room with a wooden-framed mirror, a white table with a lace tablecloth, and a vase with yellow flowers.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a red sofa, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with wooden shelves, a coffee machine, and a red box of coffee pods.
A wooden cabin room with two beds, a window, a hanging light fixture, and a small table.

4. Hosteria Rukahue

Hosteria Rukahue
El Calafate
United Kingdom
Simon
฿2,319
฿2,319 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hosteria Rukahue
A house with a wooden deck leading to a covered porch, a hammock, and a slide.
A red sign with yellow lettering that reads "BLA! guest house" mounted on a metal frame.
A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchen appliances.
A single-story building with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a door with a window above it.

5. Bla Guesthouse

Bla Guesthouse
El Calafate
Brazil
Bruno Leonardo
฿1,420
฿1,420 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bla Guesthouse
A spacious room with a large painting of a mountainous landscape, a chessboard, and a cozy seating area with a fireplace.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a counter, and a mural of a forest scene.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

6. Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel

Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
United Kingdom
Ella
฿2,080
฿2,080 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.
A room with a wooden sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two wooden chairs. There is a door on the left and a painting on the right wall.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a sign indicating room number 20.
A hotel lobby with a blue wall, a fire extinguisher, a whiteboard, and a desk with a printer and a speaker.

7. Hostel Danny

Hostel Danny
El Calafate Centro
United States
William
฿1,452
฿1,452 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hostel Danny
A building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a wooden facade.
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.
A kitchen with hanging pots and pans, a wooden table, and a yellow wall.

8. Folk Hostel

Folk Hostel
El Calafate
United States
VIPALUCK
฿1,974
฿1,974 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Folk Hostel
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a sign indicating it's a hostel.
A two-story wooden building with a sign indicating it is a hotel.
A compact kitchen with a sink, two electric stoves, and a wooden cabinet.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

9. Hostal LeoLei

Hostal LeoLei
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
United States
Raajan
฿988
฿988 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hostal LeoLei
A hotel room with a bed, two pillows, two nightstands, and two lamps.
A modern office space with a desk, office chair, and a couch.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.
Living area

10. Terminal Suites

Terminal Suites
El Calafate
United States
Tammy
฿3,474
฿3,474 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Terminal Suites
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Top El Calafate Hotel Reviews

Blanca Patagonia Boutique Inn and Cabins

Blanca Patagonia Boutique Inn and Cabins

10/10 Excellent
"We had a nice stay, enjoyed the room with the fireplace and jacuzzi. Very friendly staff: the 2 gentlemen at the reception, the young man how was working at the bar and the old lady that was serving breakfast."
ulf 1-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Blanca Patagonia Boutique Inn and Cabins

Frequently asked questions

What is El Calafate like for travellers on a budget?
El Calafate has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Gnome Village, El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center and Calafate Fishing.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in El Calafate?
Based on our traveller reviews, Calafate Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Folk Hostel and Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel.
How many cheap hotels will I be able to find in El Calafate?
Expedia has 14 hotels in El Calafate that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to El Calafate?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to El Calafate, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 10°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 1°C. Average annual precipitation for El Calafate is 485 mm.
What is there to see and do in El Calafate?
El Calafate draws tourists with its lakeside setting and sightseeing, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the local culture at Gnome Village and El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center, or visit other spots like Museo de El Calafate.
How can I get to El Calafate and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around El Calafate is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.), situated 10 mi (16 km) away. El Calafate may not have many public transport choices so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.