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Just a 5-minute walk from Santiago’s main square, this backpacker party hostel offers accommodations in Santiago. There is free WiFi access. Rooms at La Chimba Hostel are either dormitory rooms or private rooms. All rooms feature shared bathrooms facilities. Laundry services are offered. Complimentary coffee and tea is available all day. Guests also have access to a common kitchen area and a barbecue area. Guests may also enjoy an drink at the terrace or the bar. There is also a pool table available for guests. Additionally, La Chimba Hostel offers activities in the surroundings, such as Pub Crawls, free walking tours, and free bike rentals. La Chimba is a 15-minutre walk to downtown Santiago. Car rental can be arranged through the 24-hour front desk. Shuttles to Merino Benitez International Airport, a 20-minute drive, are available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Santiago, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.7
Low score for Santiago
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marcis
    Norway Norway
    The staff is really helpful and friendly, a lot of activities organized by the staff, easy to get new friends there, the rooms have a lot of space, no lines by the bathrooms, overall - the best hostel were I have stayed... 👍👍👍
  • Franco
    United States of America United States of America
    The social atmosphere at this hostel is second to none. I met so many great people while staying there, including the staff. I would highly recommend La Chimba, especially if you're traveling alone or with a friend and looking to meet people. I...
  • Jake
    United States of America United States of America
    One of the best social atmospheres I’ve seen at a hostel in South America. Nightly activities organized by the hostel- even a free barbecue. Dorms were also spacious and comfortable.

Area info

Amenities of La Chimba Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

La Chimba Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

Available 24 hours

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash La Chimba Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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

FAQs about La Chimba Hostel

  • La Chimba Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Evening entertainment
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bar crawls
    • Movie nights

  • Check-in at La Chimba Hostel is from 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 AM.

  • The prices at La Chimba Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • La Chimba Hostel is 0.9 miles from the center of Santiago. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.