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Kau Kaleshen

3.0 star property
Hotel in El Calafate with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Reception
Front of property
Restaurant
Classic Quadruple Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$114
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Explore the area

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1256 Gdor. Gregores, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Z9405
  • Gnome Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Bidet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the area

El Calafate

At Kau Kaleshen you'll be within steps of Gnome Village and Avenue del Libertador. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class El Calafate Centro hotel include Casino Club El Calafate and Argentinian Museum of Toys.

What's nearby

  • Gnome Village - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Casino Club El Calafate - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Calafate Fishing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Lechuza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pantagonia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kau Kaleshen

Hotel in El Calafate with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Kau Kaleshen also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star El Calafate hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kau Kaleshen offers 12 accommodations with a safe. This El Calafate hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
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 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kau Kaleshen

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travellers 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 (21%).

We've listed 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 only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 80423456

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kau Kaleshen Hotel
Kau Kaleshen El Calafate
Kau Kaleshen Hotel El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kau Kaleshen?

Kau Kaleshen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kau Kaleshen?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kau Kaleshen on 22 Sept 2025 start from NZ$114.44, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Kau Kaleshen serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kau Kaleshen?

No, Kau Kaleshen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kau Kaleshen?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kau Kaleshen?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kau Kaleshen?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Kau Kaleshen Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED this property and the staff!! Super code to the Main Street, walking distance to everything I needed. Only thing of note is that the bed was hard as a rock. Excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, colorful garden, friendly front desk!

We travelled to Calafate in a family plan for four adults, my two daughters over 40, and my closest friend - like sister- and me, over 70. We were celebrating the three of them BDs, past in February and April, and late May for one of them. The place was amazing, cute, very convenient location, one block apart of the Main avenue of this small town. Even if it was out of peak season, the guys from the front desk, were super attentive to all our questions, gave us excellent tips and recommendations for places to have lunch or dinner or things to do. They prepared for us the breakfast that we could take in a very cozy room with fire place, armchairs, small tables, books to read and with a wide window to the garden, great in fall colors. Thank you guys! Lionel y Franco! We know now where to go when we come back to Calafate!
The door of our room
Backyard
Street view
Street view
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Astrid, Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Appearance was cute and quaint. Very convenient to downtown. Beds were VERY FIRM. Staff was awesome! Compared to camping it was great, but very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

stanislaw

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, average rooms, poor breakfast choices, extra charge for eggs. Helpful staff, cute garden and common room.

10/10 Excellent

Fausto, Hollywood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excepcional customer service and in a perfect location. Walking distance to everything. They also offer room service for dining, the food was tasty, as well as prepare lunch bags for your excursions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Average experience due to bugs in room/smell from heater? Breakfast is a very small selection and not great for preparing for all day excursions. Staff is incredibly warm, friendly, and helpful. Location is good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO, ORLANDO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel. Excellent location and restaurant. Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Santa Monica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attractive, spacious and comfortable room, beautiful interior garden, great staff. The only slight minus is breakfast, limited choice. However, there are excellent options within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place and one block away from main avenue in Calafate. Really... you cant miss anything with this choice... and the staff is also the best!!!.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Nice Respite from Travel

Cute, cozy, comfortable, quiet. A nice place to stay after a couple of days of air travel. Very convenient to "downtown" El Calafate for walking, snooping, and grabbing a bite to eat. The courtyard area was a nice place to hang out. Enjoyed the dining area too. Breakfast was basic and simple but good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Manon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Quiet hotel in a convenient area

The hotel is very conveniently located one street away from the Main Street, and yet it is very quiet, which we enjoyed. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The bathrooms could be a little cleaner though, and the breakfast options more varied. Nonetheless it is a good place to stay. We had a rental car and could easily park it on the street for free, right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Great staff and location. Room not.

The staff is the best thing going here as is the location. My room had plaster coming off the wall and pretty cruddy grout in the bath. There is no AC, no tv, no safe, no kleenex which is a problem if you have allergies. One towel per person, modest breakfast (eggs are an upcharge) but a great dinner menu and service with live music. Again, great staff and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little gem in El Calafate; nicest staff ever

We were delighted with Kau Kaleshen. It's a sweet little haven in busy El Calafate. The courtyard is lovely, with large birds walking around and the world's best hotel cat lounging around. Our room was not large but was comfortable and perfect for our needs and there were other spaces for us to enjoy in the courtyard, out front, and in the community living area. Allie, Franco, and Lionel were so helpful in answering all our questions and helping us to arrange transportation, even on a busy holiday. I'm so pleased to leave a 5-star review. We look forward to returning some day!
A great place to rest after several days trekking in the mountains. Note the big bird on the roof!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very coze. The staff attention is plus. Clean and comfortable. The location is excellent. I am grateful and I recommend Kau Kaleshen I was there in a group of 6 family members. On December 2024.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice property. Basic, not luxurious, but clean and in a great location. Simple breakfast of breads, cheese, cereal. Leonel at the front desk was wonderful in offering help and suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very nice place , close to me ain atractions , restaurants etc , personnel very friendly and helpfull,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with group
Excellent accommodation and friendly, helpful staff. Quiet, yet close to Main Street bars and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff / front desk. Fair breakfast. Fast WiFi. Comfortable room. Shared lounge with TV and fridge available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect property to stay at during our visit to El Calafate. One block off the main road, so it is easy to walk to shops and restaurants. Loved how cozy this hotel was and the restaurant is excellent! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Overall this accommodation is a decent place to rest your head for the night. The rooms are decent. Not many thrills or frills. The breakfast was limited but not bad. The front desk staff were really nice. Parking would be outside the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Virgen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Disappointed overall. The most noisy of all properties. They're renovating but will not block rooms, we had no choice but to put up with the noise thorough out. The breakfast was the same, cold and same throughout. No hot water in the shower. Just not a good stay, rather be elsewhere
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024