Folk Hostel
Folk Hostel
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<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Folk Hostel in El Calafate offers a garden and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests enjoy a lounge, public bath, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional facilities include a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and full-day security. <h2>Convenient Amenities</h2> The hostel provides free parking, a paid shuttle service, bike hire, and a tour desk. Each room features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bidet, and mountain views. Guests can also enjoy amenities such as a hairdryer, ground-floor unit, and wardrobe. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 12 mi from Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, Folk Hostel is a 5-minute walk from El Calafate Bus Station and 1312 feet from the Regional Museum. Nearby attractions include Argentinean Lake (2.5 mi) and Isla Solitaria (5.6 mi). Guests appreciate the public transport options, bathroom comfort, and attentive staff.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Daniel
Canada“When I first arrived there was no power in the area and so no hot water at the hostel, but it turned on later that night and the shower was nice and hot! Comfortable bed, friendly staff. Also good location close to bus station and downtown” - Manuel
Israel“The hostel is very well organized, with a spacious dining area and comfortable sofas to relax on. There are plenty of common areas to hang out and connect with fellow travelers. The kitchen is large and fully equipped with all the utensils you...” 
Stephanie
United States“This hostel has a fun vibe, is ultra clean, has good hot showers, excellent breakfast and is close to the bus station (so a short walk to the city center). The hosts are very friendly. I was very comfortable here and would recommend.”- Philip United States“Very convenient to the bus station, easy walk into town, friendly staff, clean and comfortable”
- Ashley Canada“Breakfast was great, and the common area was very cute. The bed was also pretty comfy.”
Nadia United States“We loved our stayed here! The daily breakfast was also a great perk. We loved the location because it was close to the bus station and it was short walk to the Main Street of the town.”- Shane
Ireland“Good size well equipped kitchen. Comfortable, open common area. Rooms are very clean, beds very comfortable. Breakfast is a great and you're only a few minutes walk from the bus station. Would definitely recommend.” - Mia United States“Folk is a super cozy hostel with a homey vibe to it. It has a big kitchen with enough room for multiple people to cook at the same time, clean bathrooms, and the dorms were also nice. Plus the staff were incredibly kind, helpful, and fun to talk...”
Jennifer United States“One of the best hostel for my 1.5 months travel in Argentina!”- Jennifer United States“Location: 7 minutes walk from bus terminal Friendly and helpful staffs Super clean and comfortable Plenty breakfast Mercado just one minute walk”
Area info
Amenities of Folk HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Front Desk Services
- Concierge
- Baggage storageAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
- Public Bath
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
