Folk Hostel

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.3

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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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

  • 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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Availability

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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
3 single beds
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1 single bed
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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...”
Catherine
New Zealand New Zealand
“Clean room, tidy common area and good breakfast. Friendly staff. Big kitchen and everything you need to cook.”
Alexandre
Denmark Denmark
“Everything was perfect. Franco did the experience very speciel, thank you Franco”
Xing
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Spacious and clean. Close to the bus station, and we are happy with a short walk to the town, around 10mins. They do have quiet time but during our stay people talked loud and played music even after 00:00, and no staff intervened. Sometimes we...”

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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
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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.