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Our top choices for El Calafate cheap hotels

A breakfast table with plates of food, cups, and a view of houses and mountains.
A room with a wooden-framed mirror, a white table with a lace tablecloth, and a vase with yellow flowers.
A wooden pergola structure with a clear view of a house and garden.
A cabin-style room with two beds, a window with a view of trees, and a wooden wall.

1. Hosteria Rukahue

Hosteria Rukahue
El Calafate
United Kingdom
Simon
RM278
RM278 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hosteria Rukahue
A wooden staircase with a brick wall and a potted plant.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, hanging woven light fixtures, and a television in the background.
A log cabin interior with a wooden wall adorned with maps and informational posters, a radiator, and a red refrigerator.
A wooden building with a sign reading "Calafate Hostel."

2. Calafate Hostel

Calafate Hostel
El Calafate
Ireland
Shane
RM176
RM176 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Calafate Hostel
A restaurant with outdoor seating, a chalkboard menu, and a sign reading "Casa de los Conejos".
A cozy interior with brick walls, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights. There are leather chairs and a table in the center.
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.

3. Hostel del Glaciar Pioneros

Hostel del Glaciar Pioneros
El Calafate
United States
Prasanna
RM57
RM114 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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 spacious room with large windows offering a view of a green landscape. There are wooden tables and chairs 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.

4. America del Sur Hostel El Calafate

America del Sur Hostel El Calafate
El Calafate
United States
saleem
RM215
RM215 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
America del Sur Hostel El Calafate
A spacious room with a large painting of a mountainous landscape, a chessboard, and a cozy seating area with a fireplace.
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a counter, and a mural of a forest scene.
A red building with a sign reading "Hostel Schilling."
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

5. Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel

Schilling Patagonia Travellers - Hostel
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
United Kingdom
Ella
RM252
RM252 total
26 Oct - 27 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 hotel lobby with a blue wall, a fire extinguisher, a whiteboard, and a desk with a printer and a speaker.
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.

6. Hostel Danny

Hostel Danny
El Calafate Centro
United States
William
RM194
RM194 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hostel Danny
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a sign indicating it's a hostel.
A room with two bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a visible outdoor view.
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.

7. Hostal LeoLei

Hostal LeoLei
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
United States
Raajan
RM119
RM119 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hostal LeoLei
A kitchen with a large island, two windows offering a view of a lake and mountains, and a potted plant on the island.
A spacious living room with a tiled floor, a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles and wine glasses displayed on shelves.
A dimly lit room with a bed, a television, and a view of a landscape through a window.

8. Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico

Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico
El Calafate
United States
Vicki
RM206
RM206 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico
A building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a wooden facade.
A room with a large window, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.
A group of people toasting with beer glasses at a bar.
A spacious living area with wooden flooring, a central table with chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Folk Hostel

Folk Hostel
El Calafate
Japan
Hiroshi
RM275
RM275 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Folk Hostel
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a round dining table with chairs, and a window with a view.
A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a red cabinet.

10. Espora

Espora
El Calafate Centro
Espora
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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.

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