This is a nice place to stay. It's in a quiet street, but close to everything. It has a nice garden, cosy rooms with clean bathroom and a seperate communual livingroom with internet access. The breakfast is okay, but we didn't like the sugary croissants. We would recommend this place if you're in El Calafate!

My Husband and I stayed at this hostal in late December and we booked on-line. We were not sure what to expect because the information provided on the website isn't too extensive, but when we arrived we were delighted with our choice.
Christian & Mariano ( receptionists) are soooo helpful and friendly. They really made us feel at home right from the word 'go'.

The hostal is so quaint and well kept, making it a pleasure to stay there. It is also very well located, only 2 blocks from the main street.
The hotel booked our trips and arranged everything for us, taking all of the leg-work out of organising. It was fantastic!!
We paid around £48 for a double room, breakfast included. (continental breakfast).

We only stayed for 3 nights, enough time to do a one day trip to PERITO MORENO and another day to do the TODO GLACIERS boat trip excursion.

The Perito Moreno excursion was booked through a company called Mundo Austral by the Hostal, It was a wonderful experience - we had a friendly English speaking guide and the trip included a worthwhile hour long catamaran cruise around Perito Moreno ( a supplementary £8 per person). Definately worth the money!!

The Todo Glaciares excursion: This is a standard excursion to see 3 glaciers, Again a fantastic trip, which costs about £45 per person. Make sure you take a boxed lunch or something to eat because the boat only sells coffee and sweets. ALSO WRAP UP WARM because it will be windy and cold.

Restaurants: We had the best pasta in a little place called " La cocina" located in the main street, really good and cheap.
We also had a very nice pizza in a place called "La Lechuza" also in the main street.

overall, Calafate and the trip are definately worthy of being visited - a tremendous couple of days and highly recommended!

Enjoy

Kau Kaleshen is a great simple hotel for a fantastic price. It was clean and centrally located a block off the main street in El Calafate. The best part of Kau Kaleshen, however, was the staff - very helpful with getting excursions booked and pointing out restaurants. Cristian and Mariano are great. There may be more upscale accommodations in El Calafate, but for a good value, Kau Kaleshen can't be beat.