Refugio Ballena Hostel

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

Property highlights

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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Max adults: 1
Bed: 1 single bed
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US$23 per night
Price US$69
US$78 per night
Price US$234
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1 × Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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Max adults: 2
Bed: 1 large double bed
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US$55 per night
Price US$165

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Refugio Ballena Hostel in Castro offers pet-friendly rooms with sea, garden, or city views. Each room includes a private bathroom, work desk, and wardrobe. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and tour desk. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are served, including American, à la carte, and vegetarian. Local specialities, cheese, and fruits are featured. Convenient Location: Located 20 km from Mocopulli Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Sabanilla Beach and near attractions such as the Church of San Francisco. Highly rated for its friendly host, cleanliness, and well-equipped kitchen.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Castro, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, American

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  • Quiet street view

  • City view

  • Terrace

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 large double bed
Private kitchen
Sea view
City view
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Kitchen
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Shared bathroom
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Max adults: 2
US$55 per night
Price US$165
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Max adults: 1
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US$50 per night
Price US$149
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Twin Room
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  • 2 single beds
Private kitchen
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$55 per night
Price US$165
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$49 per night
Price US$147
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
  • 1 single bed
Private kitchen
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
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US$23 per night
Price US$69
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Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
  • 1 single bed
Private kitchen
City view
Terrace
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
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US$34 per night
Price US$102
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Guests who stayed here loved

Shradha
Australia Australia
“The owners are amazing, very friendly and super helpful. I needed a place to spend a few hours beforw my bus to Santiago at 6 pm, on a Sunday when all the libraries and most cafes were closed. They were very helpful and let me stay there the whole...”
Louis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The best hostel we have stayed at in South America so far. The owners are really kind and great to talk with. The hostel itself is very clean, the beds are really comfortable, bathrooms are nice and the kitchen is really excellent. It has...”
Giuliana
Chile Chile
“The hosts were very helpful and kept the place in a really good condition. The kitchen was fully equipped, and staying there was really enjoyable. They did recycling (really important for me). :). Love it. Highly recommended.”
Leila
Switzerland Switzerland
“The hosts were amazing. They trie to give you the best experience possible and know a lot of contacts to organise tours. It felt like a home away from home.”
Vanessa
Chile Chile
“It was perfect, from the cozy vibes of the house, the cleanliness and the attention of the house. The bed was comfy,there is availability to use the kitchen wherever you want and it is nearby to restaurants and the city center in a very quiet...”
Sanin
United States United States
“The beds have warmers. Very good for the winter time in June. The hosts helped me plan my trip tot the Patagonia. Marco recommended bus companies, let me use his phone to contact tour guides, and drove me at 5 am to the bus station. Most out going...”
Yuan
Taiwan Taiwan
“很棒的住宿，地理位置不在鎮中心，但步行15分鐘即可以抵達巴士站，沿路可以看到海景跟Palafitos 比起Hostel更像B&B，每個空間都可以看到精心的佈置，房間溫馨舒服 Marco 以及 Francisca友善熱情，提供許多Chiloé的旅行建議，非常推薦！”
Edgardo
Chile Chile
“El silencio es lo que más prioriza un viajero y esto cumple todas las expectativas al momento de dormir”
Jorge
Chile Chile
“Las recomendaciones que nos hizo Marco y Fran fueron extraordinarias. Los cuatro días que estuvimos, visitamos lugares que ellos nos recomendaron, siempre entendiendo nuestras necesidades (viajamos con hijo de solo 9 meses). Luego las...”
Tessa
United States United States
“Really lovely hostel, owners are helpful and kind and really give it a homey feel (it is their home!). Lots of common areas & very nice kitchen, we did a lot of cooking. Very clean. Owners provided great recommendations about the island we never...”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Refugio Ballena Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.