Title: Alternativo Hostales - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112662752&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Alternativo Hostales Boardwalk/promenade hostel with free breakfast and a coffee shop ## Photo gallery for Alternativo Hostales ![Front of property - Alternativo Hostales (Caldera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/fdc9db73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Alternativo Hostales (Caldera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/29bae84a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Alternativo Hostales (Caldera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/08050084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Alternativo Hostales (Caldera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/f87de0e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room - Alternativo Hostales (Caldera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/deef0c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities at Alternativo Hostales. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 22 - Dec. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 23 - Dec. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Standard Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/f1477814.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Mini-fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Private bathroom Microwave Oven Satellite channels - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room ![Family Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/86146aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Private bathroom Microwave Oven Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 162 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCaldera-Hotels-Alternativo-Hostales.h112662752.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCaldera-Hotels-Alternativo-Hostales.h112662752.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-27.06778%2C-70.82719&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wGNHA3rqt-ssBz_oilkzMVniXVU=) 887 Wheelwright, Caldera, Atacama, 1570329 #### What's nearby - Caldera Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Bahia Inglesa Beach \- 6 min drive \- 5.7 km - Puerto Viejo Beach \- 48 min drive \- 51.9 km #### Getting around - Copiapo (CPO) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bruce - Ostiones Vivos - ‬8 min drive - ‪Comida para el bajón - ‬3 min drive - ‪La Terraza - ‬3 min walk - ‪Amonite Café - ‬10 min walk - ‪El Huaso Juanito - ‬6 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, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage - A TV in the lobby and a water dispenser Room features All guestrooms at Alternativo Hostales have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD). 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Alternativo Hostales? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Alternativo Hostales? ### What time is check-out at Alternativo Hostales? ### Where is Alternativo Hostales located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Alternativo Hostales Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Mar 10, 2025 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!! ##### Michelle Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya Nov 23, 2025 ##### Tanya Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Rio Serrano Hotel + Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Torres-Del-Paine-Hotels-Rio-Serrano-Hotel-Spa.h3124339.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Hotels-Hilton-Whistler-Resort-Spa.h27997.Hotel-Information) > > [Big Cypress Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Memphis-Hotels-Big-Cypress-Lodge.h12993388.Hotel-Information) > > [Ecocamp Patagonia](https://www.expedia.ca/Torres-Del-Paine-Hotels-Ecocamp-Patagonia.h4530900.Hotel-Information) > > [Sauble Beach Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Sauble-Beach-Lodge.h9790991.Hotel-Information) > > [Departamento San Alfonso del mar](https://www.expedia.ca/Vina-Del-Mar-Hotels-Departamento-San-Alfonso-Del-Mar.h8344031.Hotel-Information) > > [Tierra Patagonia](https://www.expedia.ca/Torres-Del-Paine-Hotels-Tierra-Patagonia-Hotel-And-Spa.h4644789.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Harvard University](https://www.expedia.ca/Harvard-University-Hotels.0-l6034936-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Bristol](https://www.expedia.ca/Bristol-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Bristol.h2497617.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Marina Del Rey](https://www.expedia.ca/Vina-Del-Mar-Hotels-Best-Western-Marina-Del-Rey.h127147.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ytz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yow/calgary-to-ottawa) > > [flights from miramichi airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/ych/flights-from-miramichi-airport) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Austin (AUS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/aus/montreal-to-austin) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Amsterdam (AMS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ams/calgary-to-amsterdam) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Palm Springs (PSP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/psp/calgary-to-palm-springs) > > [Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lax/hnl/los-angeles-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Prince George (YXS) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxs/yvr/prince-george-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yvr/saskatoon-to-vancouver) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Europe Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Europe.d6022967.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mahahual Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mahahual.d6151661.Destination-Travel-Guides)