The Best Hostels in Puerto Madryn and Peninsula Valdes, Argentina

La Tosca is a favorite hostel in Puerto Madryn. Located only 5 minutes away from the beach, 300m from the central square and 500m from the bus terminal, the hostel is a convenient place to stay. La Tosca offers both double and dorm rooms with either private or shared bathroom facilities and lockers to keep all your valuables secure. Heating and hot water is available 24/7 and the free breakfast includes coffee, tea and pastries with jams and 'dulce de leche'. The sunny, fully equipped common kitchen, the peaceful garden area or the cosy TV-room is a perfect place to make new friends! The staff is also great at making sure you are having the best time in Puerto Madryn. The Tourist Exchange Information Desk of La Tosca can help you plan and book your best trip option in the Peninsula Valdes.

Not only is the Chepatagonia Hostel located in the city center, at walking distance of every place of interest in Puerto Madryn, but it is also just a few meters away from the beach! If you come during the whales' season, you will be able to see the whales from the balcony and the dining room while sipping on a nice cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy a relaxing and comfortable stay at Chepatagonia Hostel, in a private or shared room. The hostel offers a spacious fully-equipped kitchen; a dining room where you can enjoy a beer or a good Argentinian wine with other guests, have a nice chat about your experiences and make new friends; a yard with a barbecue (barbecued meat is offered every week) and a ping-pong table; a library with worldwide tourist information and books to swap; and, obviously, breakfast, internet, WIFI, private bathrooms with excellent showers and hot water for twenty-four hours, lockers and a luggage room. The young couple running the hostel both love and understand travelling, which makes them even more aware of what your needs and wishes may be. These lovely people will do everything to make your stay in Puerto Madryn and the rest of Argentina an unforgettable experience.

HI Patagonia Hostel is located 2 minutes away from the beach. Clean and comfy, the hostel has all of the standard amenities, shared kitchen, a free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, heated rooms, a laundry service (for an additional fee), luggage storage, lockers, a game room and a climbing wall. Hi Patagonia Hostel offers both double and dorm rooms with either private or shared bathroom facilities. The social spaces include four common rooms and a cozy courtyard. Do not hesitate to ask for advice, the staff is very friendly and helpful with any questions you may have.

La Casa de Tounens is more of a guesthouse than a hostel. Found only 5 minutes away from the beach and close to bus stops, the hostel has a good location to view local attractions. Created by Gilda and her French husband, Vincent, La Casa de Tounens is a comfortable and welcoming place where you can easily meet other travellers and share experiences. The hosts are friendly and will give you any kind of advice in French, English or Spanish, on excursions, restaurants and more. The house has 5 rooms for a 16 to 20 beds capacity and free Wi-Fi and breakfast are included. The living room, TV-room and kitchen are all available to be used by guests. Enjoy a quiet and peaceful moment in the hostel's garden or try one of Patagonia's best wines and beers at the bar.

El Gualicho Hostel has some wonderful amenities available for guests including a fully equipped kitchen, luggage storage, Internet access, laundry facilities, bike rentals, and an on-site restaurant. Clean and comfortable, this is the perfect place to relax with other travellers after a tiring day in Peninsula Valdes. Only 5 minutes away from the beach and 2 minutes away from the main square, El Gualicho Hostel's central location allows you to enjoy the facilities of the town and beach of Puerto Madryn. There are private rooms of 2 to 6 beds or shared accommodation of 4 to 8 beds in large bright new rooms around the garden.

Da Costa Patagonia Suites Hostel is slightly more of a hotel than a hostel. If you're looking for a bit of privacy and want a quiet retreat, you will feel completely at home in the family atmosphere of this hostel. There are a few mixed dorms and many private bedrooms for two, three or four; some have a TV and a private terrace or patio. The establishment offers free Wi-Fi and free breakfast with fresh bakery goods each day. You will find a ping-pong table, a car and bike rental service, a daily cleaning service and a helpful and informative staff. Only 5 minutes away from the beach, Da Costa Patagonia Suites Hostel is a good starting point to get to know Puerto Madryn.