Hostel Rancho Grande

Property class: 2

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A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Hostel Rancho Grande. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$202
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a green blanket, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of a mountain, and a painting on the wall.

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed on a bunk, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A small, narrow room with two bunk beds and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, a radiator, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted sign with room amenities.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet
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About the area

Located in El Chalten, Hostel Rancho Grande is in the mountains and on the boardwalk. Capilla de los Escaladores and El Chaltén Welcome Sign are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Glaciares National Park and Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby snorkelling, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our El Chalten travel guide
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Av. San Martin 724, El Chalten, Santa Cruz, 9301

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a lake, a prominent rocky peak, and a tree in the foreground.
    Los Glaciares National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A signpost with directions to El Chalt�én, Poincenot, Río Blanco, and Lag.
    Laguna Capri
    5 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Capilla de los Escaladores
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • El Chaltén Welcome Sign
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Madsen House Museum
    7 min drive - 3.1 km

Restaurants

  • Rancho Grande Hostel
    1 min walk
  • Le Birre del Rancho
    1 min walk
  • La Zorra
    1 min walk
  • La Oveja Negra
    1 min walk
  • Lo De Daro Bodegón
    16 min walk

About this property

Hostel Rancho Grande

  • Hostel in the mountains
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library at Hostel Rancho Grande. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike parking and a vending machine
    • Smoke-free property, a gift shop and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All 80 individually furnished rooms have perks such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to amenities such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Rainfall showers, bidets and free toiletries
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, childcare services and heating

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Rancho Grande pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Rancho Grande?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Rancho Grande on 5 Nov 2026 start from NZ$202, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hostel Rancho Grande?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostel Rancho Grande?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hostel Rancho Grande?

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

Where is Hostel Rancho Grande located?

Situated on the boardwalk, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Los Glaciares National Park and Laguna Capri. El Chaltén Welcome Sign and Capilla de los Escaladores are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hostel Rancho Grande Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely staff who are an extremely helpful. The hostel was really clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Simple stay in a good location. If you don't mind staying in dorm rooms, military barracks, with crowds/parties till 1am, you won't mind this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a good landing base for hiking in El Chalten!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent hostel

Great hostel and restaurant at a reasonable price!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So great location to reach the trail to the Mountain. Nice staff and excelent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the convenience and proximity to the trail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was exactly the right place to stay as a base for three days of hiking. We had a private room and bathroom at the hostel. The restaurant was popular for dinner and the food was very good. Included breakfasts were also solid. Access to the shared kitchen and fridges was also useful. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Very busy place, friendly staff, good restaurant, breackfast is not includet, but good, what you can chose, too many selfish and chaotic people there. Sanitary facilities very poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was very chill, which was nice, but it would have been good to have more social things. Staff always cleaning. 24hr restaurant was helpful. Kitchen did not have any bowls, so we ate cereal from saucepans everyday haha.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Clean. Staffs are friendly. Locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location to walks.

We stayed for 2 nights in an ensuite double. The bed was very comfortable but we had no hot water for 2 days and no one would come and check it. We had to shower in the communal showers and the floor mat in there was so mouldy and it stank. The wifi wouldn’t work in our room so we’d have to go and sit on the stairs in the hall to use it. The restaurant is fine and always busy. Food and service were average. The location to the start of the walks is excellent though and an easy walk along the Main Street to other restaurants and bars. The bar attached is excellent though and their happy hour prices were super cheap.
Our small ensuite double
Bathroom was nice and compact but no hot water for entire stay
Photo of female communal showers
Bath mat in communal showers. I think it’s meant to be white!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super nice! It's 24/7 and so much close to Fitz Roy tracking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for any travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a good option to El Chalten. Even on a shared room, I super recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel Rancho Grande was a great stay, nice place with a fun, welcoming vibe. I really liked it and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient place with 24hrs restaurant just steps from the entrance to the main hiking trails
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous restaurant! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh breakfast Selection is limited
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not much things to say in such a remote area
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good experience

It was a pleasant stay at the hostel, and everything was fine, however the bed was not the most comfortable, as it “fell down” during the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Definitely seems like a restaurant that happens to have accommodation upstairs. Very noisy. But is probably the best available in El Chalten.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel foyer looks a little rough on first contact but it all improves once inside. The biggest issues we had was with noise which easily carries in this big concrete box. Cleaning staff were active at 5am outside the room and we could not sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Shared room should not be mixed. When I came into my shared 4 bed room, I saw one couple (male and female) was in a bed with caressing each other and talking. It was continued even while I were there. I was not very comfortable during the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025