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Fast facts

Check in from:		15:00
Check out before:		10:00

Amenities

Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking
Laundry
Pets allowed
First aid kit

More about Refugio Ballena Hostel

Refugio Ballena Hostel

Boasting a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, Refugio Ballena Hostel is situated in Castro, 1.5 km from Sabanilla Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Reviews from
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Family traveller

Comment: 20 Feb 2026

Stayed in: Feb 2026

A journey with magic ❤️

Francisca and Marcos thank you for your hospitality and kindness ... 100% recommended.
All very clean and tidy.
Nice atmosphere to spend a good holiday. Good location in the sector of palafitos de gamb...
Excellent, we leave very happy
Solo traveller

Comment: 27 Mar 2026

Stayed in: Feb 2026

Magical little place

The owners are wonderful. I felt so welcome and comfortable. I had a private room with a desk and a view. The shared bathrooms were large and immaculate. The communal areas are so beautiful and have everything needed. Easy to walk everywhere and the local bus to the national park is very close. The owners help with all the advice you need. A relaxed and magical place to stay several days or longer.

Hotel response

Comment: 28 Mar 2026

Penelope, muchas gracias por tu linda reseña y comentario.
Para nosotros fue un gusto ayudarte en todo lo posible para hacer de tu estadía en la isla, la mejor.
Esperamos tu viaje por Chile y Sudamerica haya sido maravilloso.
Saludos desde la isla mágica de Chiloé :)
Family traveller

Comment: 13 Nov 2024

Stayed in: Nov 2024

Unique experience

Great location, close to downtown, viewpoints and palafitos of Gamboa.
Very nice hosts (Marco and Francisca), pro waste recycling, PET friendly, dry in tourism and local history.
Comfortable and spacious rooms.
Cleanliness 10/10
Warmth, safety and comfort 10/10
Couple

Comment: 5 Apr 2024

Stayed in: Apr 2024

Very good Hostel, 100% recommended

We had an excellent stay at this place, the hosts were welcoming, close and friendly.
Their tourist recommendations helped us discover the most beautiful places in Chiloe.
The standard of the house is very good, we slept very comfortably and enjoyed the stay.
Group traveller

Comment: 26 Dec 2023

Stayed in: Dec 2023

Days of dreams.

It is not a Hostel but a true and proper Home, which I have felt I can call Home. Polished impeccably. Bright and with good vibes. Marco is a fantastic promoter of Chilote culture, and with his entire family they have invited us to their table on Christmas night, and embraced us as special guests. Surely recommended for a perfect base in Castro.
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Exceptional location

5.0

1295 Ernesto Riquelme, Castro, 5700431, Chile|0.87 km from city centre

Check in and check out

Check in from:

15:00

Check out before:

10:00

Good to know

Important information about the city
Chilean citizens will be charged an additional 19% value added tax. Please note that foreign guests do not need to pay this tax if they show their passports, immigration cards (issued within the past 90 days), and a non-Chilean credit card.
Extra beds

Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.

Refugio Ballena Hostel: FAQs

Refugio Ballena Hostel is 0.9 km away from Castro city centre.
Refugio Ballena Hostel is in Castro, Chile and is 0.9 km away from Castro city centre.
At Refugio Ballena Hostel you can check in from 15:00, and you'll need to check out before 10:00.
No, there isn't any parking available at Refugio Ballena Hostel. If you're looking for a hotel with space to park, simply filter by properties which have 'Parking' under 'Amenities' in the search results.
We don’t have any information about restaurants at Refugio Ballena Hostel, please check with them when booking.