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How much do hostels in Esquel cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Esquel, Argentina range from $12 to $20/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 3 hostels.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12.

Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Esquel start at $12/night. Esquel is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Argentina; 11 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.

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Local knowledge for Esquel

Where to stay

Budget beds cluster along Avenida Alvear and the streets radiating from the central plaza, keeping you within walking distance of the bus terminal and the main strip of shops. Staying downtown is essential if you plan to catch the early morning train or the daily bus to Los Alerces, as the town is linear and services thin out quickly toward the edges.

Getting around

  • La Trochita, the historic narrow-gauge Old Patagonian Express, departs from Esquel for a scenic ride to El Maitén. Book tickets in advance during peak winter months, as the train is a major regional draw and sells out.
  • Esquel is the gateway to Los Alerces National Park, about 50 km northwest. A daily bus runs from the town terminal, but renting a car is far more flexible for navigating the park's dusty dirt roads and reaching the boat launches for the ancient alerce trees.
  • La Hoya ski resort is just outside town and famous for its bowl-shaped topography that keeps slopes in the shade, preserving powder longer than neighboring areas. There is no lodging at the resort itself, so staying in Esquel is mandatory.

When to go

Hostels are most expensive and hardest to book from June through September, when the ski season at La Hoya draws crowds from across Argentina. Rates drop significantly in the shoulder months of April-May and October-November, when the weather is cooler but the slopes are closed and the park roads are less muddy.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Esquel cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12. Dorm beds currently range from $12 to $20/night across the next 3 months of availability.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Esquel?

HostelHound currently tracks 3 hostels in Esquel, Argentina.

Is Esquel affordable compared to other hostel cities in Argentina?

Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Esquel start at $12/night. Esquel is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Argentina; 11 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.

Where do backpackers stay in Esquel?

Budget beds cluster along Avenida Alvear and the streets radiating from the central plaza, keeping you within walking distance of the bus terminal and the main strip of shops. Staying downtown is essential if you plan to catch the early morning train or the daily bus to Los Alerces, as the town is linear and services thin out quickly toward the edges.

What is the best time of year to visit Esquel?

Hostels are most expensive and hardest to book from June through September, when the ski season at La Hoya draws crowds from across Argentina. Rates drop significantly in the shoulder months of April-May and October-November, when the weather is cooler but the slopes are closed and the park roads are less muddy.