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Tranqueras Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel in El Chalten with free breakfast

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Exterior
Interior
Free daily continental breakfast
Classic Studio | Bed sheets
Classic Quadruple Room, City View | Bed sheets

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Leonel Terray 211, El Chalten, Santa Cruz, 9301
  • Place, Capilla de los Escaladores
    â€Ș14 min walk‬
  • Place, Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall
  • Place, Laguna Capri
    â€Ș2 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Triple Room, City View | Bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room, City View | Bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Classic Studio | Bed sheets

Classic Studio

  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

El Chalten

Tranqueras Lodge places you next to Los Glaciares National Park and within a 15-minute walk of Laguna Capri. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Los Glaciares National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Capilla de los Escaladores - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • El ChaltĂ©n Welcome Sign - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Laguna Capri - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Madsen House Museum - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 167 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘRancho Grande Hostel - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘLa Lomiteria - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘLe Birre del Rancho - ‬4 min walk
  • â€ȘLaborum - ‬11 min walk
  • â€ȘBandidos PatagĂłnicos - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tranqueras Lodge

Hostel in El Chalten with free breakfast
Tranqueras Lodge features free WiFi in public areas and a communal living room. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a garden, and a vending machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Dining table

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tranqueras Lodge El Chalten
Tranqueras Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Tranqueras Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Chalten

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Tranqueras Lodge?

Tranqueras Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Tranqueras Lodge?

This hostel is located in El Chalten, just steps from Los Glaciares National Park. You'll also find Laguna Capri and Capilla de los Escaladores less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Tranqueras Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Tranqueras Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Tranqueras Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tranqueras Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tranqueras Lodge?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some rooms include kitchenettes and mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Tranqueras Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Tranqueras Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Tranqueras Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Tranqueras Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Tranqueras Lodge.

Does Tranqueras Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Tranqueras Lodge?

Yes, some rooms at this hostel offer a deck where guests can enjoy mountain or city views.

Reviews

Tranqueras Lodge Reviews

6.6

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marcos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place, very good location. The kitchen house is very complete, ideal for preparing breakfast and easy meals, but the room needs some investment, like a heater (is really cold inside) and some curtains repair and replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

carol

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run, run away!

We came into town on the last bus after a wind delay for hours in Esperenza coming from PN. So it had been a long day. We were eager to rest. We rented the “little house” DO NOT DO IT! We were shown the room but open entering the sewer smell was overwhelming! Opened a window and closed the bathroom off but it was bad. There was no place to go so we stayed the night. Went on a hike in the morning but it was still there, tho not as bad, when we returned. I paid for 5 nights and stayed one. Checked out and lost $ due to no refund. Trust me, we couldn’t stay. It was that bad. Not to mention the lil house was poorly maintained, the floor flexed under our feet the bathroom was tiny and poorly maintained. The sheets were thread bare. For the same price you could do much much better. Management was not responsive. We reached out to say we were running late, not sure we’d get in before the lobby closed but never heard back. We told them about the room. The front desk (who was sweet) called the manager but nothing. Stay somewhere else. .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith

Ok but I won’t be going there again and don’t recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has very weird policy and management. The stuff tries to give you a lot of information but
they inform you that you must leave a deposit of $50, €50, or another currency in case you cause any damage—for example, if something breaks or if you stain a towel with blood or makeup. When we checked out, they accused us of breaking the front door handle, which was already in bad shape and required a lot of effort to close properly. So they kept our money to replace the lock, which I highly doubt costs even $50. They didn’t even let us speak and treated us very rudely. I wonder if there are others that had the same experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beau séjour au Tranqueras Lodge.

Personnel amical et accueillant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sigrun

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you pay for!

Very basic! We were given the “tiny house” which had a very small flimsy padlock for the door when you go out but no way to lock the door while inside. The padlock was not even suitable for a suitcase. The whole “tiny house” smelt like sewer. No curtains on bathroom window. The receptionist was pleasant however.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A so-so lodge

The staff at the desk was friendly and willing to help, but the hotel had some weird management practices. For example, there is a kitchen that travelers are not allowed to use. The hotel collects a deposit of $50 in cash for "possible damage." The water faucets in the shower almost fall off from the wall, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

LUIS

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The customer service from the staff especially from Mauricio was a highlight in our stay in El Chalten. I didn’t like the fact that rooms for 3 have no privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The owner doesn't deserve your booking

Don't stay there! I had to cancel last minute and the owner literally ghosted me as soon as I tried to get in touch about cancellation fees. Even hotels.com were never able to speak to them. Considering how bad the reviews about this place are on every website, I would avoid booking there if I were you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very welcoming, eager to help and a great source for local information. The breakfast was average. The mountains around El Chalten are stunning. The town and many businesses don't appear to care about appearances. The national park fee is usurious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Johny

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

It’s okay, my standard is not high (I am a camper)

Front desk was nice experience, Maurizio made this place bearable. As far as amenities, we were given portable electric heater which helped, else the gas heating smelled gas and wasn’t on, we had to call Maurizio to turn it on (later we turned it off due to its smell)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vicino a supermercato e locali/ristoranti, personale molto disponibile
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Es ist alles etwas in die Jahre gekommen. In den Zimmern fehlen Ablagemöglichkeiten. Es gibt nur dass Bett und einen Stuhl. Auch im Bad fehlen Haken oder andere Möglichkeiten, seine Sachen abzulegen. Die Heizung funktionierte nicht und es war wirklich kalt im Zimmer. Auf Nachfrage gab es einen winzigen HeizlĂŒfter, der nichts bewirkte. Erst am zweiten Tag gab es nach erneuter Nachfrage von einem anderen Mitarbeiter einen richtigen, grĂ¶ĂŸeren HeizlĂŒfter, mit dem das Zimmer dann richtig warm wurde. Das Personal ist nett und hilft bei der Empfehlung und Planung von Wanderungen. Auch das FrĂŒhstĂŒck ist sehr gut.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
A localização Ă© boa, perto de restaurantes, mercados e da avenida central. A limpeza estava bem feita. A equipe Ă© muito atenciosa e prestativa, sempre buscando ajudar os hĂłspedes. PorĂ©m, o cafĂ© da manhĂŁ Ă© o mesmo todos os dias, sem nenhuma variedade (pĂŁo, manteiga, cafĂ© e chĂĄ, gelĂ©ia, ovos e um bolinho). AlĂ©m disso, os quartos nĂŁo possuem TV e cabideiros para ajudar na organização (apenas um armĂĄrio que pode nĂŁo ser suficiente se vocĂȘ pretende ficar mais de 2 noites, como foi meu caso). Por sorte, ficamos no quarto que tem vista para as montanhas, foi a grande boa surpresa. Recomendo se vocĂȘ estĂĄ em busca de local limpo e bem localizado.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bien

Hotel un peu excentré et calme, pas loin de l'entrée pour aller au Fitz Roy. Personnel sympas. Petit déj bien. Jolie chambre. Mais reste cependant un peu cher.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bethania

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Per-Anders

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bom custo-beneficio

Lugar muito confortĂĄvel. Adoramos o atendimento do Mauricio. Muito solĂ­cito e pronto pra ajudar sempre. Nota 10
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Boa localização e custo benefício

Boa localização! Funcionårios muito gentis e prestativos. O quarto que ficamos era bem grande. Porém ficou a desejar em alguns pontos. Estava escurecendo as 11 da noite e a janela tinha apenas uma cortina sem black out. os travesseiros eram muito baixos. Falta uma bancada pra colocar as malas. Café da manhã simples mas tinha ovo mexido, ponto positivo
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL

Fue todo muy pacĂ­fico. El recepcionista Mauricio fue muy amable y servicial.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Diego

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo Delfim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Atendeu a necessidade

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El empleado de recepción se llama Maurice. Es muy amable y educado. El personal femenino del restaurante de desayuno siempre te saluda con una sonrisa y hace lo mejor que puede. El desayuno también se sirve con esmero. Estå a 1,4 km de la terminal de autobuses. Se tarda 15 minutos en caminar. En general, es excelente.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024