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Hotel Kalken

3.0 star property
El Calafate hotel in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Front of property
Snack bar
Double Room
Reception
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Teniente Valentin Feilberg 119, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Dr. Jose Formenti District Hospital
    2 min walk
  • La Lechuza
    4 min walk
  • El Calafate Bus Terminal
    4 min drive
  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    22 min drive

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
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

El Calafate

Hotel Kalken places you in the centre of El Calafate, steps from Dr. Jose Formenti District Hospital and within a short 5-minute stroll of Gnome Village. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Shome, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos hotel include Anfiteatro Del Bosque and Casino Club El Calafate.

What's nearby

  • Gnome Village - 4 min walk
  • Calafate Fishing - 8 min walk
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min walk
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 16 min walk
  • Glaciarium - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

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

El Calafate hotel in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Hotel Kalken also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Hotel Kalken was completed in May 2019.

This 3-star El Calafate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Kalken offers 53 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and bidets. This El Calafate hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Shome

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Kalken?

Hotel Kalken offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kalken?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kalken on 19 Dec 2024 start from NZ$87.78, excluding 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Kalken?

Yep, Hotel Kalken has a free self car park.

Does Hotel Kalken serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Kalken?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Kalken?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Kalken?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Kalken?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Kalken Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 187 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nalini, Odenton

Travelled with family
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ana Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness
A block away from the main street. Super convenient, clean, safe, great for a short stay with full day tours outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

babubhai

Travelled with group
Dated hotel Beds were fine hot shower dodgy shower handled
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Gilad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room and sheets were dirty. Rooms are noisy Great location at Downton
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noisy and poor maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cristina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Property needs updating. Front desk tries to help but very understaffed by one person only. Breakfast was nice. Location is good too. Rooms are extremely basic and sparsely furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ieva

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very loud, you can hear everything, hard if you’d like to sleep. Overall a nice place, great breakfast. Just too loud
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frida

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Philippe

Disliked: Amenities
It’s super central so give plenty of options for dinner at night and being dropped by the shuttle from the airport. Lucas was very helpful and nice. Property need some investment. More and more hotel are being built in the calafate area and the hotel is very dated. A bit like a 70/80s hotel. Also the 10am check out was a surprise…I had a bit of time on my last day and decided to take time after 2 intense weeks and targeted to check out at 11am but was asked to hurry at 10.30..:) despite the hotel not looking very busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent centrasl location, lovely breakfast and all the tours know it so easy for pick-up. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce, Yonkers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Simple, clean property but over rated & very overpriced for a 3* motel. Good Location: only 1-2 block walk to main street & parks. Simple basic breakfast. There was No conditioner nor tissues in the room. Room Safe did not work. Outdoor Garden area with plastic Adirondack Chairs & tables. This is not an accessible property; many steps to reception/restaurant. On site parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were great. The hotel is dated but very clean. Dated is ok if everything is kept in good working order. This was not the case for us. The shower wand was coming off of the wall and sent water flying all over. The tap on the sink also needed to be replaced as it too was not working properly. The toilet also needed some upkeep as the top would almost come right off when flushing. Avoid room 142.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, good location, mediocre breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Elijah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noisy hotel and aggressive receptionists
- Noisy hotel with rooms close to the restaurant on the first floor and concerts right across the street in the park. - No late checkout option, even if you ask for just 20 minutes past the time. - An aggressive receptionist lady dashed towards me when I tried to take her picture to communicate it to the hotel management about bad service. She actually touched me forcefully trying to block my camera. This is the last thing I was expecting from the hotel on my vacation, to be touched in a forceful manner by the receptionist. I actually have a photo of the receptionists dashing toward me. Not posting it here for security reasons, but forwarded it to hotel management. - A cheap approach to guests, you can't take muffins with you on the excursion when you leave at 7 am in the morning. Even though I paid for my breakfast they say 'you can't take the food outside'. - I booked one room (with the picture showing a working space where I can use my computer), and received another one with a minuscule 1/4 of the table that can't even accommodate elbows. I traveled extensively around the world and never had experience like this. anything like this. Not sure what is it - general dislike towards foreigners or just very bad services. In any case, can hardly recommend anyone to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felix, Carolina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022