About

The central location of the Hostel (1 block from main square and 3 blocks from the beach) allows you to enjoy the facilities of the attractive town and beach of Puerto Madryn.

At the hostel we make your way easier so you can have a memorable experience, A great atmosphere to meet other travellers and friendly staff who will tell you all the best places to go.

We offer a choice of private or shared accommodation in large bright new rooms around the garden.

Shared Rooms with 4/6/8 beds. Individual lockers heater and 24hr hot water. Linen and blankets are included in the price. Room is serviced every day.
Private Rooms with a choice from 2 to 6 beds and doubles with private bathrooms, heater and 24hr hot water. Linen, blankets and towels are included in the price. Room is serviced every day.

There is a fully-equipped kitchen and an attractive dinning room. Our large and beautiful garden is a peaceful space to chill out, and the spacious living room ideal for reading and meeting people.

Puerto Madryn is the starting place to discover the rich variety of wildlife that lives in the Peninsula Valdes area. We have our own travel agency , and organise tours in small groups, that are especially designed for young, independent travellers. The trips are active, fun, and the group atmosphere tends to be lively!. We have new and very comfortable vehicles, and excellent bilingual guides who love their work and will help you to discover the secrets of Patagonia and it`s incredible natural wildlife: whales, penguins, elephant seals, dolphins...

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Children's Play Area
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Reviews

8.0Fabulous(452)
  • Value for Money
    6.0
  • Security
    8.0
  • Atmosphere
    4.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    8.0
Summary of traveller reviews

El Gualicho Hostel - HI in Puerto Madryn offers a charming stay with a fantastic location near the beach and bus station. Staff are friendly and helpful. It's a peaceful place, ideal for relaxation, though social atmosphere can be quiet in off-peak seasons. Some lockers may be faulty.

Stayed in Nov 2025
7.7
A
Austen
Male, 18-24, England
Nice stay. Didn’t meet anyone social to be honest. Felt more of a bed than a hostel. Worth shopping around for prices for experiences outside of the hostel.
Stayed in Nov 2023
7.4
S
Serena
Female, 31-40, Ireland
Staff very helpful, secure, quiet and conformable hostel
Stayed in Jan 2023
6.3
S
Svenja
Couple, 18-24, Germany
The hostel was kind of weird. There was only one key for a room of 6 people which meant the door was usually open. The front door was also open the whole day meaning everyone could technically enter. It didn’t feel very safe. For the money I paid the breakfast also was very disappointing. Overall the hostel didn’t have a traveller vibe and felt very empty.
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Location

Marcos A. Zar 480, Puerto Madryn, Argentina
3.2km from city centre