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Hosteria Rukahue

2.5 star property
Hostal in El Calafate with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Front of property - evening/night
Free daily continental breakfast
Fireplace
View from property
Food and drink
Hosteria Rukahue blends natural surroundings with thoughtful hospitality. Enjoy in-room WiFi, relax in the peaceful garden, or browse the library. The arcade/game room offers entertainment, while multilingual staff ensure a positive experience praised by past visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 206
AED 206 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Room options

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Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | City view

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

El Calafate is home to Hosteria Rukahue. Anfiteatro Del Bosque and Argentinean Lake are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Laguna Nimez and Calafate Fishing.
Visit our El Calafate travel guideOpens in a new window
Map
Glaciar Don Bosco N° 65, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405

What's nearby

  • La Aldea de los Gnomos - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gnome Village - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Calafate Fishing - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Tablita - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Oveja Negra - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hosteria Rukahue

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Hosteria Rukahue. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • A computer station, a water dispenser, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)

More

  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day

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: 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%).

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 12.0 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hosteria Rukahue Hostal El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal
Hosteria Rukahue El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal
Hosteria Rukahue El Calafate
Hosteria Rukahue Hostal El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

Is Hosteria Rukahue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hosteria Rukahue?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hosteria Rukahue?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hosteria Rukahue?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hosteria Rukahue located?

Situated in El Calafate, this hostal is within a 15-minute walk of La Aldea de los Gnomos and Museo de El Calafate. Plaza de los Pioneros and Avenue del Libertador are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Hosteria Rukahue Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property to stay at. Staff super friendly. It’s a little bit far from the cuty center though.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cozy place with super nice people, dont miss the chance to enjoy their hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super staff, tidy and clean rooms, good breakfast, nice location and easy to get into the city centre and away to the bus station
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Clean and friendly amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

FORRESTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner of the hotel is extremely nice and friendly, enjoy to stay in this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpfull staff. They even drove down to the bus station to deliver hiking poles to my lady who forgot them in the room. Great Breakfast great views!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Our favorite hostel

We stayed at several hostels during our Patagonia trip and this was our favorite. It is really more like a B&B. Family run, very welcoming. We really enjoyed the breakfast and courtyard!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

zheng

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff who goes the extra mile. They drove down to the bus station to deliver hiking poles to my lady who forgot them in the room. Great breakfast fantastic views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. They answered all questions and made sure you were well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Service was great, very nice staffs, very helpful! The place is decorated extremely well. A lot of personnel touch. Room is clean and breakfast was good. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oustanding staff and a beautiful family hotel. Santiago was very welcoming and knows everything that you need to know about your stay in Calafate. Very recommending
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family-owned and managed, this hostal is the best base from which to know the glaciar area. Very helpful staff will guide you around while sharing the local history and culture
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryn

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

Great stay

Hosteria Rukahue is so cute and the hosts are so kind and accommodating. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daria

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

Quaint and cosy

Super cosy with wonderful staff. Breakfast was homemade and served at table. Magical garden. Quaint and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a warm and cozy place to stay and enjoy the view of the lake. It's close to the bus terminal and a supermarket. Most importantly, the staffs/owners are very generous, friendly and helpful. They are willing to provide solutions to meet the needs for different tenants. I would recommend this property without reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Excellent place with very friendly hosts

Fantastic stay at Hosteria Rukahue. A clean, comfortable and very friendly place run by hosts who cannot do enough for their guests. It's about 15 minutes to walk to the main street (and uphill on the way back). Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for two nights, but found it to have many thoughtful touches and a cosy space. It's quite a walk to the restaurants and bars though, so would recommend having a car.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hosteria Rukahue is an excelent hotel in El Calafate. The rooms are spacious and cleaned daily. The hotel staff is extremely helpful and the breakfasts were great. If I ever return to El Calafate, I shall stay at the Hosteria Rukahue again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and very helpful. Breakfast was great and the room was very clean. Definitely would stay again. Family business and they really care about it with homemade jams
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aydin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very friendly family business. Everyone was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walls are very thin and the bathrooms are very small. Staff are great and the bar/reception area is great. 15 minutes walk to the center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Hosteria Rukahue. There is a feeling of warmth and peacefulness in this cozy, family run hotel. Communication was excellent and service was attentive and personal. Thanks so much for the special homemade Celiac breakfast treats! The family room was perfect for three sisters travelling together. We had a lovely experience exploring ElCalafate from this little hotel as our home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

The hotel is beautiful with a nice flower garden and a great view of Lago Argentino. It was a nice room with comfortable furnitures， very clean. The breakfasts were very well served. Sandiego and his parents are kind, very helpful for all our needs. Maydel helped us tremendously to find stores, bus station, and taxi. She even taught us Spanish and Portuguese.
Enjoy beautiful lupines when you have breakfast.
Hotel is on a highland with a great view.
View of Lago Argentino with two colors. Sandiego will explain why it has two colors.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024