Title: Complejo Don Joel (Hostel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6055664&destination=El+Chalten%2C+Santa+Cruz+Province%2C+Argentina&selected=109683086&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Complejo Don Joel ## Photo gallery for Complejo Don Joel ![Exterior - Complejo Don Joel (El Chalten)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/346b6d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Complejo Don Joel (El Chalten)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/4dbd4ef0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Complejo Don Joel (El Chalten)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/w964h725x0y1-e2a5f181.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Romantic Double Room - Complejo Don Joel (El Chalten)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/af5cd028.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory | Bathroom - Complejo Don Joel (El Chalten)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/dae3e6d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Complejo Don Joel provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr. 7 - Apr. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr. 8 - Apr. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr. 10 - Apr. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 17 - Apr. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Romantic Double Room ![Romantic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/3d443c93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Romantic Double Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room (4 people) ![Basic Quadruple Room (4 people)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/b278bc0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Quadruple Room (4 people) - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/4a874710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory (8 people) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/b9d78ff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory (8 people) - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/e77c9d57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109683100/109683086/ac253199.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people) - Mountain view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEl-Chalten-Hotels-Complejo-Don-Joel.h109683086.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEl-Chalten-Hotels-Complejo-Don-Joel.h109683086.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in El Chalten, Complejo Don Joel is in a national park. Capilla de los Escaladores and El Chaltén Welcome Sign are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Glaciares National Park and Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall. [Visit our El Chalten travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Chalten.dx6055664) [View more Hostels in El Chalten](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Chalten-Hostels.d6055664-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-49.33160%2C-72.88363&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VQGCZwkRGXJN7BNO4zfioa4MeW4=) Halvorsen, 85, El Chalten, Santa Cruz Province, 9301 ### What's nearby - ![Laguna Capri and mount Fitz Roy, Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096800/28ecf623-393e-46b5-a9b3-e1d121b3ab1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Los Glaciares National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Capilla de los Escaladores 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - El Chaltén Welcome Sign 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Mirador De Los Cóndores 3 min drive \- 1.4 km - Madsen House Museum 5 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Restaurants - Rancho Grande Hostel 13 min walk - La Lomiteria 12 min walk - Paisa High Mountain Coffee 8 min walk - Pangea 4 min walk - Patagonicus 2 min walk ## About this property ### Complejo Don Joel Hostel in a national park Complejo Don Joel provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Room features All guestrooms at Complejo Don Joel have comforts such as pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=110127346&PinnedHotelID=110127346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=109683086&PinnedHotelID=109683086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=109683086,15361707,20233458,105490297,15750381) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Griddle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop - Toaster - Toaster oven ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property will be renovating from May 12 2025 to March 29 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - Select guestrooms During renovations, the hostel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included. 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 cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work ### Property is also known as Complejo Don Joel El Chalten Complejo Don Joel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Complejo Don Joel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation El Chalten ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Complejo Don Joel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Complejo Don Joel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Complejo Don Joel? ### What time is check-out at Complejo Don Joel? ### Where is Complejo Don Joel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Complejo Don Joel Reviews 2.0 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) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Amenities ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Flor Mar 3, 2026 Disliked: Amenities ##### Flor Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Howard Johnson by Wyndham Piedras Moras](https://www.expedia.ca/Almafuerte-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Piedras-Moras.h11567114.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Asturias](https://www.expedia.ca/Cafayate-Hotels-Hotel-Asturias.h3489185.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Terrazas del Rincon](https://www.expedia.ca/Merlo-Hotels-Hotel-Terrazas-Del-Rincon.h15361286.Hotel-Information) > - [Mediterráneo Suites Iguazú](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Mediterraneo-Suites-Iguazu.h110147321.Hotel-Information) > - [Boutique Hotel Delafonte](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel-De-La-Fonte.h3469387.Hotel-Information) > - [Estancia La Porteña de Areco](https://www.expedia.ca/Pilar-Hotels-Estancia-La-Portena-De-Areco.h15361821.Hotel-Information) > - [Brisas del Campo Glamping](https://www.expedia.ca/Zelaya-Hotels-Brisas-Del-Campo-Glamping.h106948451.Hotel-Information) > - [CasaCalma Hotel Boutique](https://www.expedia.ca/Tilcara-Hotels-CasaCalma-Hotel-Boutique.h100585452.Hotel-Information) > - [Loma Puskana - Hostería](https://www.expedia.ca/Cachi-Hotels-Loma-Puskana-Hosteria.h105403641.Hotel-Information) > - [Susana Balbo Winemaker's House - Relais & Chateaux](https://www.expedia.ca/Chacras-De-Coria-Hotels-SB-Winemakers-House-Spa-Suites.h70532397.Hotel-Information) > - [Glamping Selva Iguazu ](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Glamping-Selva-Iguazu.h101222014.Hotel-Information) > - [Kos Pilar Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pilar-Hotels-CasaSur-Pilar-Hotel.h13011624.Hotel-Information) > - [Cerro Calafate Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Hotels-Cerro-Calafate-Hotel.h105167456.Hotel-Information) > - [Tierra de Leyendas Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Ushuaia-Hotels-Tierra-De-Leyendas-Boutique-Hotel.h111803732.Hotel-Information) > - [La Balconada by DOT Boutique](https://www.expedia.ca/Villa-Pehuenia-Hotels-Hosteria-La-Balconada.h30479778.Hotel-Information) > - [MadreTierra Patagonia](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Hotels-MadreTierra-Patagonia.h30053742.Hotel-Information) > - [Posada La Celia](https://www.expedia.ca/Eugenio-Bustos-Hotels-Posada-La-Celia.h101918523.Hotel-Information) > - [City Falls Iguazú](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Merit-Iguazu-Hotel.h27282625.Hotel-Information) > - [Exe Hotel Cataratas](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Exe-Hotel-Cataratas.h444401.Hotel-Information) > - [Campanilla](https://www.expedia.ca/Ushuaia-Hotels-Campanilla.h3281371.Hotel-Information) > - [Tupa Lodge selva y río ](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Tupa-Lodge.h31342157.Hotel-Information) > - [Amerian Rafaela Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rafaela-Hotels-Amerian-Rafaela-Hotel.h39371095.Hotel-Information) > - [Paihuen Luxury Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Reartes-Hotels-Paihuen-Luxury-Suites.h100303286.Hotel-Information) > - [San Pedro Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cordoba-Hotels-San-Pedro-Hotel.h11901101.Hotel-Information) > - [Overo Lodge & Selva](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Iguazu-Hotels-Overo-Cabanas-De-Selva.h83697043.Hotel-Information) > - [Tierra Mora Hotel Boutique](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Hotels-Tierra-Mora-Hotel-Boutique.h2333481.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Cheval Blanc](https://www.expedia.ca/Pinamar-Hotels-Hotel-Cheval-Blanc.h20876043.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Crespo](https://www.expedia.ca/Crespo-Hotels-Hotel-Crespo.h37849633.Hotel-Information) > - [Lujan de Cuyo B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Lujan-De-Cuyo-Hotels-Lujan-De-Cuyo-BB.h4248315.Hotel-Information)