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Refugio Ballena Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Castro

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Double Room, Partial Sea View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Twin Room, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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Ernesto Riquelme 1295, Castro, LOS LAGOS, 5700431
  • Place, Plaza de Armas
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, MAM Chiloé
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, City View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, City View

  • 32 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Double Room, Partial Sea View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • 32 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room, Women only, Patio, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Women only, Patio, Courtyard View

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Castro

Refugio Ballena Hostel places you within a leisurely stroll of Museo Regional de Castro and Church of San Francisco. This 6-room hostel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like fireplaces, patios, and dining areas.
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What's nearby

  • Church of San Francisco - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza de Armas - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • MAM Chiloé - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Tongoy Beach - 32 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Puerto Montt (PMC-Tepual) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Brújula del Cuerpo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tsuki Sushi Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Descarriada - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Emporio Ancestral - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪la oveja descarriada - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Refugio Ballena Hostel

Hostel in Castro
Refugio Ballena Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a gift shop.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include 2 bathrooms, fireplaces, and patios. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CLP 8,000 to 15,000 for adults and CLP 8,000 to 15,000 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 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 welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). 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 (19%).

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CLP 8000 to 15000 for adults, and CLP 8000 to 15000 for children
  • Housekeeping fee: CLP 6000 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Refugio Ballena Hostel?

This hostel is located in Castro, a short 13-minute walk from Plaza de Armas and also 20 minutes on foot from Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair. You'll also find Costanera Castro and Crafts Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have a casino at the property?

No, Refugio Ballena Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Couples staying at this riverfront hostel will appreciate amenities such as a fireplace in each room with partial sea views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

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

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Refugio Ballena Hostel offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Refugio Ballena Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Refugio Ballena Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Yes, every room at Refugio Ballena Hostel comes with a patio with some featuring sea or city views.

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