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Hotel Kalken

3.0 star property
El Calafate hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Reception
Snack bar
Hotel Kalken, nestled in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, offers a warm welcome with free breakfast featuring local cuisine and a cozy coffee shop. Unwind in the garden or indulge in Regional delights at Shome restaurant. With high-speed WiFi, dry cleaning services, and helpful staff that have impressed previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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About the area

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Teniente Valentin Feilberg 119, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405

What's nearby

  • Gnome Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Calafate Fishing - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Laguna Nimez - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 22 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yeti Ice Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Heladeria Acuarela - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Lechuza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Borges y Alvarez Libro-Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kalken

When visiting El Calafate, Hotel Kalken is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Shome, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 53 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
    • Free off-site parking nearby
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Ski area nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1990
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Shome – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travellers 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%).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Hotel Kalken El Calafate
Kalken El Calafate
Hotel Kalken Hotel
Hotel Kalken El Calafate
Hotel Kalken Hotel El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Kalken offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Kalken does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Kalken?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Kalken?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Kalken?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20.00 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Kalken?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Kalken?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Club El Calafate (7-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Kalken and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities such as skiing. Hotel Kalken also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Kalken?

Yes, Shome offers Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Kalken like?

Hotel Kalken is in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a short 4-minute walk from Gnome Village and 8 minutes' walk from Calafate Fishing.

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Hotel Kalken Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Breakfast
Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Tours

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and options. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Calafate Hideaway

Nice location a few blocks from the main drag. Near a park, relativeky small and quier. Goid value.
William, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located in centre of town. Fairly basic, but comfortable and staff were very friendly and helpful.
steve, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nicely located, friendly staff and convenient location
Simon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel for our short stay in El Calafate
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Nice hotel, near main Street, great service & good breakfast options.
Sandeep, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel is one block away from the main street which is really convenient for travelers, it has the basic needs for a short stay and the people in charge are extra nice and attentive, the hotel is clean and warm.
Pau, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Adequate. Serves our purpose
Shao, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff
Tommy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms, very friendly and helpful staff. Walking distance to bus station and shops. A little bit of street noise like car alarms going off but to be expected from such a convenient location to busy downtown. We had a wonderdul stay and the staff were hardworking and went above and beyond to helpnus.
Esther, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Paulina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Leader at the hotel were very attentive. Jacob was awesome. Very personable.
Carlo, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great
Alex, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable, relatively quiet, five minute walk from the main drag. It takes a few minutes before the hot water in the shower flows. Excellent breakfast!
Aimee, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location
Nalini, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

A block away from the main street. Super convenient, clean, safe, great for a short stay with full day tours outside.
Ana Mercedes, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location
Jose, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We paid 50% deposit to Hotels.com but Hotel Kalken had no record of the payment We thus had to pay the full amount We request Hotel Kalken and Hotels.com to review and refund the 50% deposit to us
Shiraz, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dangerous and horrible hotel - recomend to avoid

This hotel was a scam. We felt extremely unsafe ending up with hotels.com stuff suggesting us to call the police and leave. Team was rude, lied to us on shortening out stay and was intimidating throughout our entire stay - especially the reservation center. The hotel also decided to charge 4 more nights after we left for no reason, telling us its hotels.com problem. Hotels.com explained it’s just Hotel Kalken taking our money and refusing to answer them for weeks. I would do everything to avoid Hotel Kalken at any cost.
Gal, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, good location, mediocre breakfast
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent centrasl location, lovely breakfast and all the tours know it so easy for pick-up. Would recommend.
Steven, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

8/10 Very good

The hotel and staff were very nice. It was a bit warm for our liking but not unbearable, and the water pressure was very intense in the shower, but otherwise the room had everything we needed. The breakfast was nice as well.

8/10 Very good

Excellent service, clean and close to main street. Rooms a bit worn though. Our room on ground floor facing the street was noisy on a Saturday night.
Cecilia G., 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room and sheets were dirty. Rooms are noisy Great location at Downton
Gilad, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was very loud, you can hear everything, hard if you’d like to sleep. Overall a nice place, great breakfast. Just too loud
Ieva, 3-night trip