Refugio Ballena Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Castro

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Twin Room, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Double Room, Partial Sea View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Fireplace
Fireplace
Refugio Ballena Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Single Room, City View

Highlights

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

Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

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

Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

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

Standard Quadruple Room, Women only, Patio, Courtyard View

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Castro, Refugio Ballena Hostel is in the historical district and on a river. Palafitos de Castro and Nuestra Señora de Los Dolores are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crafts Market and Parque Alto Muro Aventura.
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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
  • Lillo Handicraft and Market Fair - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • MAM Chiloé - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tongoy Beach - 32 min drive - 22.5 km

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 by the ocean
Refugio Ballena Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
  • A gift shop, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Refugio Ballena Hostel offer thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate dining areas

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

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Refugio Ballena Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Refugio Ballena Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Refugio Ballena Hostel located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Museo Regional de Castro, Church of San Francisco, and Church of Castro. Plaza de Armas and Origenes are also within 15 minutes.

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