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Refugio Ballena Hostel

2.0 star property
Castro hostel by ocean

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Situated on the bay, Refugio Ballena Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Castro.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Convenience store
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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

Standard Single Room, City View

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • City view

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Twin Room, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Partial sea view

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About the neighborhood

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Ernesto Riquelme 1295, Castro, LOS LAGOS, 5700431

What's nearby

  • Church of San Francisco - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Costanera Castro - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • MAM Chiloé - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Isla De Brac - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Descarriada - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Blanco - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ottoschop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Stop Inn - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Refugio Ballena Hostel

Situated on the bay, Refugio Ballena Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Castro.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD).

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CLP 8000 to 15000 for adults, and CLP 8000 to 15000 for children
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of CLP 6000 per day

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Refugio Ballena Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Refugio Ballena Hostel and nearby?

Refugio Ballena Hostel has a garden.

Does Refugio Ballena Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio and a yard.

What's the area around Refugio Ballena Hostel like?

Refugio Ballena Hostel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 12-minute walk from Church of San Francisco and 20 minutes' walk from Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair.

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional