Argentina San Martin De Los Andes

The best 7 hostels in San Martín de los Andes

Micaela Lujan 08/02/2018

Throughout the entire Argentine Patagonia we can find many dream towns, surrounded by nature, tranquility and completely away from the noise of the big cities. And without a doubt, we consider that if paradise exists, it is called San Martín de Los Andes.

Located on the shores of Lake Lácar and within the Lanín National Park, this mountain village, immersed in hills, forests, rivers, lakes and waterfalls, falls in love with those who visit it throughout the year.

It is the most important tourist center in the province of Neuquén and in its surroundings is Cerro Chapelco, where different winter activities are practiced, especially Skiing.

San Martín de Los Andes has the best recreational and gastronomic proposals and above all, a wide range of accommodation according to your preferences.

This time, we tell you which are the best 7 hostels in San Martín de Los Andes:

Hostel Sherpa

It is a spacious and modern place located in the center of the city , more specifically about Calderón 960 , designed for all travelers who want to feel part of nature.

The owners of this hostel awarded him the name "Sherpa" in honor of an ethnic community in Tibet, so called, who lives in the Himalayas. Sherpas are known to the world as guides who help others to reach the peaks and they consider that metaphorically, that is the main job of the hostel staff.

Has a ability for 28 people and has double rooms (some with private or shared bathroom), triple, quadruple and quintuple.So also as a standalone hut with two bedrooms (ideal for 2 or 4 people) and an independent apartment for 2 people.

On the other hand, it has a service of breakfast included with a bar of tea, coffee, chocolate and accompaniment to breads, homemade jams, cheese and butter.

As for common areas, Sherpa offers a dining room with armchairs, a fully equipped kitchen to prepare, consume and/or preserve guest food and a laundry area for washing, drying and ironing clothes.

More extra services:

- High-range Wi-Fi

- Board games and consoles

- International plugs

- Luggage storage

- Satellite television

- Computer with internet

Finally, it is important to mention that this hostel is adapted for people with reduced mobility and also is pet-friendly!

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José Calderón 960
Siempre abierto.

Rukalhue Hostel

Located a few steps from Lake Lácar and at the foot of Cerro Curruhuinca, is Rukalhue: a prominent in San Martín de Los Andes for having different accommodation services such as rooms, cabins and apartments.

As for the hostel rooms, there are both shared rooms for travelers looking to meet new people, and private rooms for couples or friends looking for more comfort and privacy.

What do shared rooms include?

- Housekeeping

- Lockers

- Central heating

- Shared bathroom

- Wifi

What do private rooms include?

- Housekeeping

- Lockers

- Central heating

- Private bathroom

- Wifi

On the other hand, it has common areas such as a fully equipped kitchen, dining room with chairs, foosball and a well-kept park equipped with Paraguayan hammocks to rest and grills for those who enjoy cooking outdoors.

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Juez del Valle 682
Siempre abierto.

Hosteria El Puma

A few steps from where several trails begin and specifically on Lionel Terray 212, is this warm and comfortable place for those looking to stay after long hours of hiking.

Hosteria El Puma has 17 rooms of a bohemian style and that include a private bathroom, safe, amenities, room service and Wifi. At the same time, it has its own restaurant where you can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast (included) in the morning and a great selection of regional dishes and Argentine

wines for dinner.

And as Hostería El Puma is in all the details, it also offers the box lunch/box lunch service for the days you plan to trek.

On the other hand, there are different shared areas equipped to read by the fireplace, connect via Wi-Fi or simply relax and rest.

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Leonel Terray 212
Siempre abierto

Alhue Patagonia Hostel

Close to nature, it is 4 kilometers from Lanín National Park, 20 kilometers from Cerro Chapelco and 23 kilometers from Aviador Carlos Campos airport.

It is a remodeled Andean style house with all the comforts for travelers arriving from different parts of the country and the world.

It has shared and private rooms, depending on the preferences of the guests. All of them with lockers and heating.

On the other hand, it has different common spaces to have a good time:

- Living room with television and different board games

- Community kitchen: ideal for cooking in a group and sharing a meal with travelers.

- Very large and well-kept park with grill.

What other services do you offer?

- Breakfast

- Parking lot

- Free WIFI

- Airport transfers

- Bicycle rental

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Rudecindo Roca 720
Siempre abierto.

Alta Vista Hostel

It is located in the Ruca Hue neighborhood, 12 kilometers from the center of San Martín de Los Andes.

Two ways to get to the hostel are by private car or by urban buses that leave from the bus terminal (the journey lasts approximately 30 minutes) and pass through the Alta Vista door.

It has 4 rooms divided into doubles, triples and quadruples. Each one with individual lockers and three fully equipped shared bathrooms. It also offers a suite with hydromassage, for 2 and 4 people.

On the other hand, it has different common areas:

- A large living room with a fireplace, cable TV, stereo and telephone

- A kitchen with the necessary tools

- A laundry room for cleaning clothes

- Parking lot

- Large park with covered grill and beautiful view of the mountains

What other services do you offer?

- Provision of linen and towels

- Maid service

- Ski Guard

- Luggage deposit

- Bike storage

- Tourist information

- Free WIFI

- Provision of firewood

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Quechua 611
Siempre abierto

Hostal Ayelen

Located in the heart of the mountain , surrounded by a forest of cypress trees and with a gravel road access, it is ideal for all travelers seeking the calm of nature accompanied by an excellent comfort for a well-deserved rest.

As is about the path of the Mirador Arrayán , this hostel offers incredible views of the Lake Lácar and all of San Martín de Los Andes. And while it is nestled in the mountain, is only 10 minutes from downtown.

This is a fairly old house that was recycled by its owners, to give it sophisticated and upmarket details: vintage furniture, hardwood floors and a large fireplace in your living room are some of them.

As the main objective is exclusivity for guests , only It has 4 rooms divided into categories double standard, double suite and double deluxe . All of them with central heating, safe, minibar and private bathrooms with hairdryer of hair and heated towel rail included.

Regarding common areas , it has a large well-kept park and spaces for relax with Paraguayan hammocks hanging between trees. Also, a spacious living room with a large balcony from where you can see the best panoramic views and relax.

What services does it offer?

- Complete and varied breakfast

- Free Wifi

- Bar

- Grill and wood-burning oven

- Free uncovered parking

- Transportation to the airport

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North Ladera Hostel

Is located just 7 blocks from the main square , in what is known as the historic center of San Martín de Los Andes.

North Slope has triple and quadruple rooms , as well as suites . Each of them, with its private bathroom and lockers with keys to store belongings. In addition, it is important to highlight that breakfast is included in the stay.

Regarding common areas , it has a well-kept park, a kitchen fully equipped, a laundry room for cleaning clothes and a living room with television, armchairs to rest and a ping pong table to spend a fun time. Throughout the hostel, there is free high-speed Wi-Fi scope.

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