Uruguay
Part of Uruguay’s largest hostel chain, this well-located seasonal hostel is tucked down a side street, a five-minute walk from the bus stop and only 500m…
Must-see hotels in South America
Lima
One of the more affordable of the Casa Andina branches, with 50-plus rooms decorated in contemporary Andean color schemes with full hotel amenities. At a…
Puyo
Rooms are cramped but the place is spotless, friendly and family-run; plus there's wi-fi, hot water and TV. Parking is an extra $3, and at this price, it…
Quito
Located just 10km away from Quito airport, family-run Posada Mirolindo is handy for early morning flights. Transport to and from the airport is included…
Huaraz & the Cordilleras
Relatively low on the budget scale and hospitality hierarchy in Pomabamba is Hostal Leo overlooking the main plaza, with good-value modern rooms spread…
Popayán
A neat, low-key hostel in the historic center run by a young local couple. Rooms surround a social area in the central courtyard: request one at the front…
La Paz
This dark and slightly dreary downtown option is popular among thriftsters. The detergent smell can be overpowering, but at least you know somebody is…
Isla San Cristóbal (Chatham)
The best of several cheapies on the waterfront, Hostal San Francisco has simple but clean rooms with hot-water bathrooms and friendly owners who also run…
Arequipa & Canyon Country
This guesthouse in Alca has a good mix of clean rooms at varying prices, including some of the most comfortable digs in the whole valley. There is 24-hour…
Inland Patagonia
A picture of eccentricity, funky and rambling El Viejo Covadonga features rooms of varying quality but with good down covers. Its coveted feature is the…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
One of the last lodging options on the Argentine side of the border and one of the few truly open year-round. Basic dorm rooms with a cozy, log-cabin feel…
Middle Chile
These 11 simple, centrally located rooms come with private bathrooms and cable TV. Check-in is downstairs at the nondescript Café la Rueda, which is open…
Mendoza
A functional, modern hotel with small, wood-floored rooms, the Abril never really lives up to its ‘boutique’ claims, but is not bad value for the price…
Córdoba & the Central Sierras
An excellent-value hotel. Its spacious rooms have wooden parquet floors and good firm beds. While central, it’s set back from the road, keeping things…
Salta & the Andean Northwest
Run-down but pleasant, grassy campsites are available about 750m west of Tafí del Valle's plaza. This complex also offers simple cabins and bungalows (US…
Quito
In a homey, colonial-style house in Mariscal Sucre, Casa Helbling is clean, relaxed and friendly. It has a guest kitchen, laundry facilities and relaxing…
Northern Patagonia
This hotel has well-worn Patagonian character, water views and the assuring presence of Señora Ollie. The best rooms are those on the 2nd floor…
Bolivia
This old-school hostel has a book exchange, roof terrace, kitchen and plenty of social space. It’s HI-affiliated (members get a 10% discount). Breakfast…
Uruguay
South of the arroyo, this pleasant tree-shaded campground, with hot showers, caters to yachties but accepts walk-ins too. Sites accommodate up to four…
Bolivia
Offers 10-bed accommodation and a campsite, equipped with solar-powered showers. Basic meals are sometimes available, but note it occasionally closes…
El Chaltén
This behemoth has mixed six-bed dorms with in-room bathrooms, lockers, plasma TV and free wi-fi. Run by a transport company, it also offers travel and…
Elqui Valley
Basic, medium-sized wood-floored cabins with full kitchen and a sizable front deck. The property rambles down the hillside, with a burbling stream running…
Norte Grande
If you don't mind a bit of street noise, the aging rooms at this corner hotel might fit the bill. Prices are fair for Antofagasta and the downtown…
Refugio Laguna del Negro Francisco
Norte Chico
This refuge run by Conaf is cozy with beds, cooking facilities, electricity, flush toilets and hot showers. Bring your own bed linen, drinking water and…
Paraguay
Appealing, spotless rooms around a grassy setting. There is no such thing as budget in the Chaco, but when it comes to value for money, this is as good a…
Bariloche
At first glance a fairly standard business hotel, the Carlos V has plenty of hidden charm. That, the central location and the good-sized rooms make it…
Paraguay
On the lake side of the plaza, this hotel is worn and romantically Victorian, full of antique furniture. Each room is different and the restaurant isn't…
South Coast
The cheapest town-center option, La Casona has bright rooms with high-ceilings, cable TV and hot water. The staff can be stiff necked, but the atmosphere…
Northern Patagonia
There is camping near the Conaf office by the airstrip. Five rustic campsites have water and bathrooms. Fires are not allowed and no food is available at…
Coastal Patagonia
At the waterfront port, this peaceful campground with hot showers and electricity is run by a friendly older couple. A basic store sells provisions and…
La Serena
An unexciting if dependable midrange option set in a colonial building. It has a series of snug rooms, an upstairs terrace with nice views and a cafe…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
A few blocks from the plaza, San Martin is not quite as contemporary as it looks from the outside, but rooms are big and comfortable and the bathrooms are…
Bariloche & the Lake District
Residencial Codihue is a low-key, decent budget option in the hamlet, with simple rooms just down the road from the hot-springs complex. Full board is…
Arequipa & Canyon Country
Basic accommodations with cable TV and hot water in Corire, a jumping-off point for visiting the Toro Muerto petroglyphs.
Huaraz & the Cordilleras
This large, rambling building has modest but perfectly functional rooms with electric showers, set round three different patios. It's just steps from the…
Cafayate
A central guesthouse with cramped, fan-cooled budget rooms and larger superiors with air-con. The good vibe makes it just a bit more than the sum of its…
Bolivia
This tastefully presented residencial (simple accommodations) with spick-and-span bathrooms is superb value for money if you are just passing through.
Chiloé
A decent guesthouse for overnighting on Isla Mechugue, Hospedaje Maria Humilde is also home to the island's best restaurant, Dina (curanto CH$15,000).
Ecuador
The simple refugio has basic kitchen and bathroom facilities; bring a sleeping bag and food. Camping ($5; you need your own gear) is also allowed. Call…
Central Highlands
This rustic cabin at 4700m is in the heart of the reserve and sleeps up to 25. Be prepared for low nighttime temperatures – yes, you'll need a sleeping…
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