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Alternativo Hostales

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hostel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV
TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥8,247
￥8,247 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
Satellite channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Caldera, Alternativo Hostales is in the entertainment district and on the boardwalk/promenade. Muelle Pesquero and Centro Cultural Estación Caldera are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caldera Beach and Bahia Inglesa Beach.
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1570329, Atacama, Caldera, 887 Wheelwright

What's nearby

  • Caldera Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Muelle Pesquero - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Centro Cultural Estación Caldera - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Plaza Carlos Condell - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bahia Inglesa Beach - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Copiapo (CPO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Grandioso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Kavana - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant La Bahía - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Miramar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Burger - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Alternativo Hostales

Hostel by the ocean
Free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Alternativo Hostales. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Alternativo Hostales have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and shampoo
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Dishwashers, microwaves, and ovens

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CLP 5000 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 7 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). Nonresident travelers 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 (19%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: CLP 5000 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM
  • Housekeeping fee: CLP 2000

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Alternativo Hostales Caldera
Alternativo Hostales Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Alternativo Hostales Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Caldera

Frequently asked questions

Is Alternativo Hostales pet-friendly?

Yes, Alternativo Hostales allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 7 lbs per pet. A cleaning fee of CLP 5000 also applies.

How much does it cost to stay at Alternativo Hostales?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alternativo Hostales on Aug 18, 2025 start from ￥8,247, 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.

How much is parking at Alternativo Hostales?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Alternativo Hostales?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 1:00 AM for a fee of CLP 5000.

What time is check-out at Alternativo Hostales?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Alternativo Hostales located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Caldera Beach, Muelle Pesquero, and Centro Cultural Estación Caldera. Plaza Carlos Condell is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

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Alternativo Hostales Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was a little noisy.. it was downstairs with windows to the hallway..the stairs were very noisy.. people going up and down The hosts were lovely and the best thing was that this hotel had a cafe with excellent espresso!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025