{"id":125659,"date":"2019-12-16T10:59:13","date_gmt":"2019-12-16T10:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=125659"},"modified":"2026-09-17T13:43:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T13:43:39","slug":"the-6-best-hostels-in-ushuaia-for-backpacking-at-the-end-of-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/the-6-best-hostels-in-ushuaia-for-backpacking-at-the-end-of-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"The 6 best youth hostels in Ushuaia for backpacking at the end of the world"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is perfect for anyone who loves adventure. Backpackers from all over the world dream of visiting this city, which is located in an archipelago with a curious name: <\/span>Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire<\/b>) <\/span>.<\/b> This destination combines the breathtaking beauty of the snow-capped Andes with the blue and green lakes typical of Patagonia. <\/span> Ushuaia is not only one of the most unspoilt places in the world, but also the starting point for practically all <\/span>expeditions to Antarctica<\/b>. <\/span><\/p>\n

If the idea of reaching the end of the world hasn’t convinced you yet, the photos and incredible attractions of this harbour city will. Get ready to set foot on Tierra del Fuego, feel the breeze of the icy mountains, make hundreds of penguin friends and combine routes, share meals and experiences with the other guests in your hostel. <\/span><\/p>\n

The hostels in Ushuaia<\/span><\/a> are the temporary home of all backpackers who make it to the end of the world. The options are endless, you can <\/span> opt <\/span> for a <\/span>super party atmosphere<\/b> or stay in a quieter hostel<\/span>. The only certainty is that you won’t be short of friends to<\/span> take<\/span> you <\/span>on the most important<\/span> boat trips<\/b>. Get ready for roaring glaciers, evergreen forests and little-explored islands in this land that has the ability to combine fire and ice 365 days a year. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Why is Ushuaia known as Tierra del Fuego?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Tierra del Fuego isthe name of the archipelago whose capital <\/span> isUshuaia<\/b>. The name comes from Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese navigator who saw the fires of the natives in this region from his Spanish ship in 1520. This was before <\/span>the discovery of gold<\/b> in these areas. Most of the province of Tierra del Fuego belongs to Chile, but the Argentinian part is best <\/span> known <\/span> for <\/span>Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world<\/b>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Where to stay in Ushuaia: 6 TOP hostels in Patagonia<\/span><\/p>\n

1- Vuelta al Mundo Youth Hostel, Ushuaia<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Vuelta al Mundo Hostel <\/span><\/a>is located just a twenty-minute walk from the city centre. From this hostel, rated 10 out of 10 by all travellers who have stayed there, it is super easy to visit some of the main attractions, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n