FAQ: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know before arriving at our MOUNTAIN HOSTEL

Both options offer accommodation. But a HOSTEL is more focused on PEOPLE LOOKING TO SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH OTHER PEOPLE, where in addition to finding private rooms like a hotel, you also have the option of SHARED BEDROOMS, A KITCHEN AND A DINING ROOM ALSO SHARED, it is a way to experience living with other travelers, as well as saving on the budget for accommodation.

“…THE VIBE OF OUR HOSTEL IS VERY FAMILY-FRIENDLY SINCE THE OWNERS LIVE IN THE PLACE AND TAKE CARE OF IT…”

It is a hostel designed for ALL LOVERS OF MOUNTAINS AND NATURE in ARGENTINA and ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD, who seek to BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE MADNESS OF CITIES AND HELLISH ROUTINES. Trekking enthusiasts, skiers, climbers, as well as adventurers taking their FIRST STEPS IN THE MOUNTAINS come here. Solo travelers, couples of all ages, groups of friends and also families.
It is a place that INVITES YOU TO LIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF SPENDING A FEW DAYS IN THE FOREST IN THE MOUNTAIN. We also GUARANTEE A CLEAN AND COZY PLACE so that you can RELAX AND ENJOY our MOUNTAIN HOUSE to the fullest.

“…WE PRIORITIZE THE REST AND WELL-BEING OF OUR PASSENGERS ABOVE ALL THINGS…”

NO, the HOSTEL EL MIRADOR is located in the Villa Turismo neighborhood, on the slope of CERRO PILTRIQUITRÓN, about 3600 meters from the main square in the center of the city, PLAZA PAGANO.
BY CAR IT CAN BE REACHED IN ABOUT 8 MINUTES

THERE ARE NO BUS BUSES THAT COME CLOSE TO THE HOSTEL (the closest one drops you off 1500 meters away), but you can get there BY TAXI OR REMIS from the center IN JUST 8 MINUTES.
Many travelers come on foot and some hitchhiking, since those of us who live in this town are used to tourism.

At the EL MIRADOR Hostel we have HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC INTERNET (50MB). Ideal for people who need to do COWORKING or HOMEWORK.

“…LIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF WORKING ON THE INTERNET FROM A CORNER OF PARADISE IN THE MOUNTAIN OF EL BOLSON…”

WE CALL IT “MOUNTAIN HOSTEL” because it is located on the SIDE OF PILTRIQUITRÓN HILL. We have a 3 hectare property of NATIVE FOREST, with a VIEWPOINT TO THE MOUNTAIN RANGE and a STREAM THAT RUNS THROUGH THE PLACE. Which makes it a UNIQUE PLACE OF ITS KIND IN EL BOLSON.

FROM OUR HOSTEL YOU CAN DO (you can walk from our place):
– TREKKING TO THE CARVED FOREST (open-air museum)
– PARAGLIDING
– VISIT THE CERRO REFUGE (panoramic view par excellence)
– REACH THE SUMMIT OF CERRO PILTRIQUITRON (2369 MSNM)
– TREKKING TO CERRO AMIGO
– VISIT TO THE “LA ALAZANA” DISTILLERY
– VISIT TO THE “DE BERNARDI” WINERY
– TRAIL RUNNING
– DOWNHILL (mountain descent by bike)

We make HOMEMADE BREAD every day! ALSO, when the FINE FRUIT comes from the area and from the hostel grounds, we make HOMEMADE JAMS.
Therefore, our COUNTRY BREAKFAST consists of:

HOMEMADE BREAD
HOMEMADE JAMS
BUTTER
INFUSIONS (Tea, milk and coffee)

ALL FREE, SO YOU CAN CONSUME WHAT YOU WANT AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT!!!

YES, we sell READY-MADE MEALS, as well as all kinds of DRINKS (local craft beer, water, soft drinks, wines, etc.).
IN ADDITION, we have a KIOSK and PANTRY ON-SITE.

YES, we rent 1 or 2 person tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats and backpacks so you can have all your mountain equipment without bringing it in your luggage on the plane.
We also rent:
– KAYAKS
– FISHING EQUIPMENT
– BICYCLES

YES, we do EXCURSIONS AND TRANSFERS to different points of TOURIST INTEREST. BASE OF CERRO PILTRIQUITRON, CERRO PERITO MORENO, CAJON DEL AZUL, LOS ALERCES NATIONAL PARK, LA TROCHITA DEL MAITEN, ETC.

Ask us!!!

We only accept minors in PRIVATE ROOMS. MINORS ARE PROHIBITED from entering SHARED ROOMS.

POLICIES AND CONDITIONS OF HOSTEL EL MIRADOR

* HOSTEL EL MIRADOR DE EL BOLSON RESERVES THE RIGHT OF ADMISSION / SMOKING IS PROHIBITED INSIDE THE ESTABLISHMENT (ONLY IN ASSIGNED PLACES) *

– RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY:

• IT IS RESERVED WITH A % OF THE TOTAL RESERVATION, THE REST IS PAID UPON ENTERING THE HOSTEL.

• CANCELED RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE BUT CAN BE RE-SCHEDULED (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND CHANGE OF RATES)

– PAYMENT METHODS:

• WE HAVE ALL PAYMENT METHODS
* CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD CHARGES ARE SUBJECT TO A 5% SERVICE FEE

HOSTEL OPERATION

– RECEPTION:

• RECEPTION DOES NOT WORK 24 HOURS A DAY (IT WORKS FROM 8 AM TO 12 AM). If you are going to arrive after 9 PM on the day of your reservation, PLEASE LET US KNOW!
• THE CHECK-IN TIME FOR SHARED ROOMS IS 10 PM AND FOR PRIVATE ROOMS IS 11 PM, otherwise the RESERVATION IS CONSIDERED CANCELED.
• TO ENTER THE HOSTEL IT IS NECESSARY TO PRESENT THE RELEVANT PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION (PASSPORT or DNI)

•CHECK-IN TIME: from 2:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
•CHECK-OUT TIME: 10:30 a.m. WITHOUT EXCEPTION!!

* YOU CAN STAY IN THE COMMON PLACES FOR A TIME AFTER THIS TIME.

-LUGGAGE STORAGE:

• LUGGAGE STORAGE SERVICE X DAY X PERSON PRICED

– KITCHEN:

• WE ASK THAT EVERYTHING USED IN THE KITCHEN IS WASHED, DRIED AND STORAGED WHERE IT WAS FOUND.
• THE KITCHEN OPENS AT 8:30 AM AND CLOSES AT 12 AM (FROM APRIL TO DECEMBER FROM 8:30 AM TO 11:30 PM).
• ALL GUESTS MUST LEAVE THE KITCHEN AT THE TIME REQUESTED BY THE STAFF FOR CLEANING.

– DINING ROOM:

• THE DINING ROOM OPENS AT 8:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 12 AM
• ALL GUESTS MUST LEAVE THE DINING ROOM AT THE TIME REQUESTED BY THE STAFF FOR CLEANING.
• BREAKFAST (IF YOU HAVE IT INCLUDED) IS SERVED FROM 8:00 AM TO 10:30 AM (SUMMER HOURS) AND FROM 8:30 AM TO 10:30 AM (WINTER HOURS) WITHOUT EXCEPTION. IF IT IS NOT INCLUDED, YOU CAN CHOOSE TO BUY IT FOR 2 USD PER DAY.

– ROOMS:

• SMOKING AND/OR EATING INSIDE THE ROOMS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED (PLEASE AVOID FINES).
• ENTRY OF MINORS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE IN SHARED ROOMS IS PROHIBITED.

– GRILL AREA AND GARDENS:

• IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED TO MAKE FIRE IN ANY GREEN SPACE ON THE PROPERTY (except the grill ON DAYS WHEN THERE IS NO DANGER OF FIRE)
• DO NOT LEAVE TRASH IN THE FOREST.
• IF YOU SMOKE, THROW THE CIGARETTE BUTTS IN THE CANS!! NEVER IN THE FOREST, GRASS OR OUTDOORS.
• WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE GRILL, PLEASE CHECK THAT THERE IS NO TRASH AND LEAVE THE SPACE CLEAN FOR THOSE COMING BACK.

THE HOSTEL’S QUIET HOURS START AT 00:30

THANK YOU VERY MUCH IN ADVANCE!

NO, not all rooms have COUNTRY BREAKFAST included. Those that DO have it are the PRIVATE ROOMS and the “DELUXE SHARED” (for 6 passengers).
The shared rooms for 4 and 5 passengers have COUNTRY BREAKFAST as an optional (paid) option.

•CHECK-IN TIME: from 2:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. for SHARED ROOMS and until midnight for PRIVATE ROOMS.
•CHECK-OUT TIME: 10:30 a.m. FROM THE ROOM WITHOUT EXCEPTION!!

* YOU CAN STAY IN THE COMMON AREAS FOR A TIME AFTER THIS TIME.

NO, only PRIVATE ROOMS include towels and soap.
SHARED ROOMS have this service as an optional (paid) service.

YES, we have a LARGE PARKING LOT WITHIN THE PREMISES, monitored by CCTV and free of charge. YOU CAN CHOOSE TO LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE AT THE HOSTEL TO GO TO THE MOUNTAIN (paid)

YES, we welcome all kinds of groups at EL MIRADOR HOSTEL. If it occupies more than 20 places, the HOSTEL IS CLOSED ONLY FOR THAT GROUP (between March and December).
We normally welcome trekking groups, yoga groups, business work groups, trail running groups, AMONG OTHERS.
We offer a comprehensive service, including accommodation, meals and transport to make your group’s stay a unique moment.

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