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Cabañas Alechen

3.0 star property
Adults-only cabin in El Calafate with free breakfast

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Exterior
Cabin | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Cabin | Living area | 24-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Exterior
Cabin | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
47 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabañas Alechen

Adults-only cabin in El Calafate with free breakfast
Along with express check-out, this smoke-free cabin has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. The cabin provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, an LCD TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a coffee/tea maker and a dining table.
This cabin offers 2 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Accommodations at this 3-star cabin have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, bidets, and hair dryers.

This El Calafate cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. 24-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Dining table
  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Free local calls
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 units
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 12 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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: Argentina value-added tax (21%). 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 (21%).

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cabañas Alechen Cabin El Calafate
Cabañas Alechen Cabin
Cabañas Alechen El Calafate
Cabañas Alechen Cabin
Cabañas Alechen El Calafate
Cabañas Alechen Cabin El Calafate

About the neighborhood

Map
Glaciar Viedma 135, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405

What's nearby

  • La Aldea de los Gnomos - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gnome Village - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Calafate Fishing - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla & Asador - el Calafate - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Heladeria Acuarela - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Borges y Alvarez Libro-Bar - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabañas Alechen pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cabañas Alechen?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabañas Alechen?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabañas Alechen?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Cabañas Alechen located?

Situated in El Calafate, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Museo de El Calafate, Plaza de los Pioneros, and La Aldea de los Gnomos. Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church and Argentinian Museum of Toys are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Cabañas Alechen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cabanas Alechen was just the perfect place to stay!! Alejandro and Eduardo were SO kind, they brought homemade bread and pastries for breakfast, they treated us like family. The Cabana had everything you need, excellent beds and pillows, all was perfect! If we come back this will be definitively our place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thibault

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great experience

Amazing guest, they are super on all point !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is unique and not a stale, sterile hotel room. Everything was perfectly suited for my stay and the hosts were wonderful! It is a little bit off the beaten path but everything is within walking distance and the major tour companies are familiar with the property for easy pickup and dropoff. I'd definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are staying in El Calafate, do yourself a favor and stay at Cabanas Alechen. The hosts are great humans and made the stay so comfortable and pleasant for me. I could go on and on about why you should stay here. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We felt the most welcome we have in all our travels through Argentina. I wish we would have stayed longer. We were comfortable and the cabin was so charming. The fresh baked bread and breakfast spread were so welcome. Our hosts were excellent in all aspects. When we return to El Calafate, we will stay at Cabañas Alechen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Muy agradable y cómoda cabaña, excelente atención y vistas Lo único la tv podria ser un poco más grande
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

sergej

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
It was very closed to the town and safe area.Landlord was very nice and super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a fantastic time at Cabañas Alechen and Eduardo and Alejandro were the most considerate and welcoming hosts one can imagine. Unfortunately we could only stay one night in this wonderful cabin that invites its guests to relax and find peace and quiet no matter what you are planning to do in El Calafate. The city center and the bus station are close by and leave many options to travel or to spend time in the local shops and restaurants. The interior is designed with a love for detail and an eye for the regional specialities. Breakfast was superb and the facilities flawless in terms of cleanliness and arrangement. We were quite in a hurry when we arrived in El Calafate since we wanted to see the glacier Perito Moreno, which is one of the must-sees when around the area. Eduardo and Alejandro helped us out with the booking and were so supportive that we are still very much inspired by their sense of hospitality. We will surely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bartosz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in cosy place

the whole stay was great, and it started with surprise welcome (to get to know more details what is the surprise please come and visit Cabanas Alechen). Alejandro and Ricardo are very nice hosts, very helpful, providing useful advices. It is very cosy place in silent part of El Calafate. We really enjoy the whole stay! Thank you Alejandro and Ricardo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alejandro and his partner are amazing, highly recommend them and their property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hosts who could not have been more helpful and accommodating. The property, itself, is beautiful and well layed out. The kitchen and dining area is lovely and a great place to enjoy coffee and breakfast as well as to relax at the end of a day of exploring. This is a perfect place in every way and we highly recommend it! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alejandro was so friendly and very accommodating! The cabin was adorable and had everything you could need. Breakfast was a delicious spread of toast and spreads and cakes. The location is great if you have a car - free parking and a super close drive (<5 min to the town), but also feels quiet and a bit separate from the activity of town, which is great for relaxing. We wish we could have stayed longer, but would definitely stay here again if we make it back to El Calafate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic rustic "cabin like" experience but with all the amenities you need. Very spacious, it is like having a full house to yourself. The owners are amazing, can't say enough good things about them. Wish we had more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AMABILIDADE e SOSSEGO

A cabana fica uns minutos do Centro, para o qual o hóspede se desloca pagando menos de 200 pesos argentinos (uns 12 reais). Ela abriga um casal e tem mais duas camas de solteiro para filhos ou amigos, portanto uma família fica muito confortável ao se hospedar lá. O Eduardo e o Alejandro fazem o possível para tornar a estadia tao boa quanto possam proporcionar. Eles sempre perguntam o horário que queremos o café da manhã e, na hora exata, chegam com pães, leite, suco de laranja, cream cheese, manteiga, geleias, doce de leite (delicioso), as vezes trazem bolo, cereais, iogurte ou queijo e presunto, cada dia eles fazem variações.. O pó do café fica na cabana para que o hóspede faça o café na cafeteira que existe lá, a seu modo (fraco ou forte), e o tome quentinho. Eles deixam instruções de passeios e fizeram reservas para nós para visitar uma Estancia e almoçar em um restaurante que envia um transferência para buscar o hóspede. Foram dias SENSACIONAIS e boa parte dessas ótimas recordações se devem a esses incríveis anfitriões.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospedaje recomendado para disfrutar Calafate!

Las cabañas se encuentran en una localización muy conveniente si viajas con tu propio medio de transporte, el lugar es muy acogedor y el servicio de sus propietarios puntual y excelente, siempre atentos a cualquier necesidad de los huéspedes. Tuvimos viaje familiar de 5 personas y todos quedamos altamente satisfechos. Familia proveniente de Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great cabana stay with friendly hosts

Alejandro and Eduardo are great hosts and really make you welcome. The cabana was very well laid out and has quirkey touches that we loved. Everything was perfect for us and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location is a little out from the town centre but we could walk it in about 15 minutes and it was nice to be away from the touristy stuff. Great view of the lake and mountains. Breakfast was good and the guys do their best to cater to any diet issues. Cabana was absolutely spotless. Recommended for a couple or family especially if you have a car or want to experience something different to the resort or hotel stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy days at Cabañas Alenchen

Delightful helpful hosts with many details of perfect hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cabañas que destacan por estar en perfecto estado y con un mantenimiento excelente. Tienes todo lo que te puede hacer falta. Una mención especial para Eduardo y Alejandro.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantástica experiencia!!!

Un viaje soñado, atendidos como amigos... Eduardo y Alejandro cuidan cada detalle para que la estadía sea memorable!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm and Welcoming Cabin in El Calafate

From the moment of our arrival we were warmly welcomed and "in love" with our cabin. Very clean and spacious with views of Lake Argentino and the mountains. The owners are lovely and oriented us to the area, suggested excursions and even drove us into town the first day. The cabin is a 10 minute walk to town and in a very quiet/non-touristy part of El Calafate. For us, it was much more authentic than staying in one of the many hotels (hostels). Alejandro and Edwardo brought us breakfast each morning and made sure we had everything we needed. They treated us like family. I will recommend Cabanas Alechen to others and would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay in El Calafate

We were very sad we only had one night stay and would definitely stay there if we return. Everything was perfect. The owners are super helpful and just want you to have a good time in their cabin. It is thoughtfully decorated and has really good furnishings and kitchen equipment. Great views. Breakfast was also very nice. Thoroughly recommend Cabañas Alechen 😊

10/10 Excellent

Celia, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful cabin a short walk from the centre

We loved our stay at Cabanas Alechen. It is beautifully decorated, perfectly clean and we really felt at home there. If you get a chance to try their baking do it! The whole experience was fantastic and we would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018