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Kau Kaleshen

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Classic Double Room
Classic Triple Room
Restaurant
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$109
30 May - 31 May

Explore the area

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1256 Gdor. Gregores, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Z9405
  • Place, Gnome Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenue del Libertador
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Avenue del Libertador - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Argentinian Museum of Toys - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Parrilla Mi Viejo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Merino - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Lechuzita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kau Kaleshen

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

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  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina value-added tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers 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 only applies to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.

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 23 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kau Kaleshen on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$109, including 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.

Kau Kaleshen Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 126 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jesse, Cascade

Disliked: Cleanliness
The grounds and location are nice but the room should be cleaner. You could tell the room hadn’t been thoroughly cleaned in a long time. The sheets were very thin you could see the mattress underneath so thin I was worried it would tear. I found a lot of hair that wasn’t mine and the bathtub floor was slimy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Catherine C

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was wonderful. Room not so much. It was like roughing it in a small cabin. Room was TINY. Plumbing was difficult. They want to be environmentally friendly and ask about washing your towels daily but then every faucet in the place leaks, and badly. Only one trash can. Sheets were like sandpaper and didn't even cover the length of the bed. Breakfast was tiny and not well looked after. When I went there was one pat of butter and two glasses for juice left. Coffee ran out soon after and wasn't replaced for at least 15 minutes. Also there is a problem with wild dogs in El Calafate and there was a pack near the hotel. They barked all night every night. I would never stay here again. I would rather stay at a hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at Kau Kaleshen. The location is very convenient to the center of town and for any tour pick ups eg. We had a quick turn around with an early arrival from an AM flight before a glacier tour and Leonel at the front desk made everything seamless. He got us all set up, provided us with a charging converter, gave us a great breakfast rec, and kept our bags while getting our room ready way ahead of time (obviously not a guarantee but very nice and just shows that this type of smaller hotel really goes to personal lengths to optimize your stay if they can). The room was very comfortable and in great condition, the grounds were absolutely lovely. I highly recommend this stay and can’t say enough positive things about Leo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was great, room was clean. Great restaurant. It is quite old, but functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ma.

Travelled with family
The staff was great but the hotel needs to update linens and mattresses. They were rather old and stained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deganit, Plano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rustic and sweet hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mani

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast had no options and didn’t have even eggs. Even the coffee was not fresh. There was no hot water in our room and had to ask the personnel to come and take a look.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Violeta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a small hotel with just about 10 rooms. It was quiet. People were very friendly and tried to satisfy all our demands.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean and the staff super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cozy , the staff so nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lionel at the reception was so friendly and helpful. Very quaint/historical feeling like some place in upscale Austria or Germany. Lovely, clean room, and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Adequate breakfast. Swift housekeeping. Wonderful restaurant attached to hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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