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Our top choices for El Calafate cheap hotels

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a console table with decorative items, and a large window with curtains.
A modern hotel with a row of rooms, a gravel driveway, and a paved walkway.

1. Bahía Redonda Hotel

Bahía Redonda Hotel
El Calafate Centro
United States
Adrine
฿2,176
฿2,176 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Bahía Redonda Hotel
A hotel with a distinctive architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and signage indicating it is a glacial hotel.
A wooden interior with a reception desk, seating area, and clocks on the wall.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, a high ceiling, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a fireplace.

2. Hotel del Glaciar Libertador

Hotel del Glaciar Libertador
El Calafate
United States
Leonardo
฿2,039
฿2,039 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel del Glaciar Libertador
A table with a wine glass and a vase of flowers, overlooking a scenic view through large windows.
A spacious living area with a large window, a black leather sofa, and a view of a distant landscape.
A view through a window of a coastal area with a clear sky, mountains in the background, and a small island.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

3. Tierra Tehuelche

Tierra Tehuelche
El Calafate
United States
Stephen
฿1,733
฿1,733 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Tierra Tehuelche
A cozy lodge interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A rustic interior with wooden beams, wicker furniture, and a view of a house through a window.
A cozy interior with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden interior with wicker furniture, a table with a candle, and a view through large windows.

4. Los Canelos

Los Canelos
El Calafate
United States
HENRY
฿2,140
฿2,140 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Los Canelos
A large indoor swimming pool with wooden beams and glass windows, surrounded by wicker chairs and a table with a drink and snacks.
A cozy seating area with a table set for tea, overlooking a well-maintained garden and distant mountains.
A bar area with stone walls, wooden furniture, and a variety of bottles.
A spa room with a bathtub, a wooden floor, and large windows with a view of trees. There are candles and a vase with flowers on the windowsill.

5. Hotel Posada Los Alamos

Hotel Posada Los Alamos
El Calafate Centro
United States
Ana Rosa
฿3,526
฿3,526 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Posada Los Alamos
A wooden cabin with a stone facade, a front porch, and a well-lit entrance.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

6. Michelangelo Hotel Calafate

Michelangelo Hotel Calafate
El Calafate Centro
United States
Hillary
฿2,063
฿2,063 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Michelangelo Hotel Calafate
A breakfast table set with plates, cups, and a glass of orange juice, with a view of greenery outside.
A red building with a stone facade and a sign reading "Ravine."
A two-story building with multiple lit windows and a visible entrance.
A stone fireplace with a fire, a rustic wooden shelf above it, and a window with curtains.

7. Hosteria Rukahue

Hosteria Rukahue
El Calafate
United Kingdom
Simon
฿1,160
฿1,160 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hosteria Rukahue
A hot tub in a room with a sloped ceiling and large windows.
A spacious living room with a large wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a painting easel.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a menu stand, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Calafate Parque Hotel

Calafate Parque Hotel
El Calafate Centro
United States
Gilbert
฿3,800
฿3,800 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Calafate Parque Hotel
A modern cafe with large windows, seating areas, and a coffee machine.
A modern building with a coffee bar and a sign for 'ABRA'.
A modern hotel hallway with a wooden accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a dark door.

9. MABRA SUITES

MABRA SUITES
El Calafate Centro
United States
Jeanne
฿3,232
฿3,232 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
MABRA SUITES
A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "DESTINO CALAFATE HOTEL".
A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a world map on the wall, and a seating area with sofas and tables.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

10. Destino Calafate

Destino Calafate
El Calafate
United States
Gassan
฿2,464
฿2,464 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Destino Calafate
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Top El Calafate Hotel Reviews

Design Suites Calafate

Design Suites Calafate

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean, spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was simple but delicious"
Pedro 3-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Design Suites Calafate

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 Hostel Danny 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 Anfiteatro Del Bosque.
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.