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Refugio Ballena Hostel

2.0 star property

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At Refugio Ballena Hostel, you can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Standard Single Room, City View

Highlights

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

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Twin Room, Courtyard View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 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

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Castro, Refugio Ballena Hostel is in the historical district and on a river. Crafts Market and Parque Alto Muro Aventura are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongoy Beach and Yutuy Beach. Visit our Castro travel guide
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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
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Yumbel Peasant Fair
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Dalcahue (MHC-Mocopulli)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Isla De Brac
    5 min walk
  • Descarriada
    12 min walk
  • La Brújula del Cuerpo
    10 min walk
  • Restaurant Stop Inn
    9 min walk
  • Café Blanco
    12 min walk

About this property

Refugio Ballena Hostel

Hostel by the ocean
Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and laundry facilities at Refugio Ballena Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and a gift shop
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

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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

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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 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).

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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?

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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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional