Located in the city's historic center, Hostal El Arbol offers accommodations in La Serena. Free Wi-Fi access is available here. Rooms at Hostal El Arbol feature a shared bathroom and some have garden views. Breakfast is included. At Hostal El Arbol guests will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horseback riding, cycling and hiking. Hostal El Arbol is located 1312 feet from the bus terminal and 0.6 mi from La Serena Beach. All Chilean citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (IVA) of 19%.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental


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Rr
United States United States
A very cool mix of guests from many countries. It's 500m to the Japanese Garden (lots of ducks and swans) and the pedestrian bridge (Pasarela), which connects to the big shopping center and has buses to everywhere in the city, the airport,...
Davide
Cyprus Cyprus
Very nice friendly vibe with both the stuff and the other guests
Matthew
Australia Australia
Very kind and friendly staff. Let me use the facilities after check out before my bus. Close to shops, restaurants and bus station.
Shi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good breakfast, friendly staff, very comfortable bed.
Adrienn
Germany Germany
This hostel is located in an old beautiful villa near the old city center of La Serena. The staff is really helpful and friendly here. They organizing a lot of activities like whale watching or star gazing tours. You can also rent a bike here to...
Rina
Germany Germany
It's a cosy little hostel near the main square and not too far from the bus station and a big supermarket. The atmosphere is friendly and staff is helpful. The beds are comfortable, there are lockers and it was always clean. There's a small...
Stefan
Germany Germany
The breakfast was amazing & the staff just as kind as you can imagine. Lovely place to stay! Muchas gracias!!
Jacquelyn
United States United States
The dorm was very clean and comfortable. Staff was very nice and accommodating when I had an issue.
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent hostel. Very clean. Very friendly. I suppose I was lucky that I got a cheap upgrade to a better room on a quiet day. Very close to the bus station. If you are coming to la swrena you really must go to valle de elqui, vicuna, star...
Gladys
Egypt Egypt
Place was very nice. The ladies who work at the arbol are adorable.

Area info

Amenities of El Arbol Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi

House rules

El Arbol Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit via bank transfer is required maximum 24 hours after your booking is made, in order to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide any bank transfer instructions.

LOCAL TAX LAW

Based on local tax laws, all Chilean citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (IVA) of 19%.

Foreign tourists: to be exempt from this 19% additional fee (IVA) the payment must be made in US dollars and a copy of the immigration card and passport must be presented. The passenger won’t be exempt from this fee when paying in local currency. In case of no show the invoice will be billed in local currency, including this additional fee (IVA).

* This additional fee (IVA) is not included in the hotel rates and must be paid separately.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Arbol Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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