Part of our Argentina guide.
For budget travelers, three hostels stand out across Argentina: Hospedaje Lautaro in El Calafate, Hostel Mora in Mendoza, and Hostal Prisamata in Salta. Each offers affordable comfort in a different region.
Related travel guides: What It Costs In Argentina and Things To Do In Argentina.
Hostel Review: Hospedaje Lautaro, El Calafate, Argentina
Hospedaje Lautaro sits a short distance from El Calafate’s town center, close to services but quiet. The hostel provides comfortable, well-equipped rooms and warm service. It is a practical base for day trips into Patagonia’s natural areas. For those focused on hiking and the outdoors in Argentina, the location works well, though the review does not specify prices or exact distances.
Hostel Review: Hostel Mora, Mendoza, Argentina
Hostel Mora is located in Mendoza, a destination known for its wineries and landscapes. The hostel targets budget-conscious travelers with a friendly atmosphere. Staff offer recommendations and insider tips for exploring the area. This is a straightforward choice for saving money while visiting Mendoza’s wine region.
Hostel Review: Hostal Prisamata, Salta, Argentina
Hostal Prisamata sits in Salta, in Argentina’s northwest. The hostel combines modern comfort with traditional charm and a vibrant social atmosphere. It is a top pick for budget travelers who want amenities and a social scene. Salta offers colonial architecture and nearby mountains, and the hostel’s convenient location helps visitors reach these travel highlights in Argentina.
These three hostels cover distinct regions—Patagonia, the wine country, and the northwest—without overlapping. No prices, distances, or dates are given in the original reviews, so travelers should check current rates directly. For broader planning, see our Buenos Aires travel guide if you are starting in the capital, or look into getting around Argentina to connect these destinations. Each hostel provides a different flavor of budget accommodation, from the Patagonian base in El Calafate to the social hostel in Salta and the wine-country stay in Mendoza.
