Title: Alternativo Hostales - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Alternativo Hostales Boardwalk/promenade hostel with free breakfast and a coffee shop ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/fdc9db73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/29bae84a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/08050084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112662800/112662752/f87de0e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room](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. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 29 - Oct. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=112662752&PinnedHotelID=112662752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![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 ![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. More rewards for more adventures! [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 Located in Caldera, Alternativo Hostales is in the entertainment district and on the boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caldera Beach and Bahia Inglesa Beach. [Visit our Caldera travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Caldera.dx6130148) [View more Hostels in Caldera](https://www.expedia.ca/Caldera-Hostels.d6130148-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-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 ### Getting around - Copiapo (CPO) - 52 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Café Kavana - ‬11 min walk - ‪El Origen - ‬2 min walk - ‪Posada El Arrayán - ‬5 min drive - ‪empanadopolis - ‬7 min walk - ‪Puerto Bahia - ‬3 min drive ## 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: - A water dispenser, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Smoke-free premises and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Alternativo Hostales have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and shampoo - TVs with satellite channels - Dishwashers, microwaves, and ovens ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105564000/105563987/w1080h1073x0y7-39127b94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabañas Aquila D'Arroscia Caldera - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Microwave - Living/dining area 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=105563987&PinnedHotelID=105563987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8120000/8115600/8115507/0fe1e6af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Blanco Encalada Caldera - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.6 Good 19 reviews CA $128 CA $128 total Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=8115507&PinnedHotelID=8115507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Club Cabin, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Sea View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95140000/95136000/95135954/bc767195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabañas Alma Changa Caldera - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space CA $107 CA $107 total Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=95135954&PinnedHotelID=95135954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112680000/112675700/112675691/edac2174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Domo Camping Bahía Inglesa Caldera - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=112675691&PinnedHotelID=112675691&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117859300/117859265/f6b28fab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lodging at Hostal el Ancla Caldera - Dryer CA $28 CA $61 total Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=117859265&PinnedHotelID=117859265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110756200/110756104/3fb76c1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa en Bahía Inglesa a pasos, o bien, a solo 400 mts, de la playa. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). 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 (19%). 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? > Yes, Alternativo Hostales allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 7 lbs per pet. A cleaning fee of CLP 5000 also applies. ### How much does it cost to stay at Alternativo Hostales? > As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alternativo Hostales on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $80.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Caldera-Hotels-Alternativo-Hostales.h112662752.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Alternativo Hostales? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Alternativo Hostales? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 1:00 AM for a fee of CLP 5000. ### What time is check-out at Alternativo Hostales? > Check-out is at noon. ### Where is Alternativo Hostales located? > Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hostel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Caldera Beach and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Bahia Inglesa Beach. Puerto Viejo Beach is 25.4 mi (40.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Alternativo Hostales Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 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 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Chacalal-Hotels-Hilton-Tulum-All-Inclusive-Resort.h70502006.Hotel-Information) > > [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 Kelowna (YLW) to Chek Lap Kok (HKG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/hkg/kelowna-to-hong-kong) > > [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 > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Sechelt](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Sechelt.d3968-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in North Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-North-Vancouver.d9184.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [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)