Hostal Forestal

Welcome to Hostal Forestal, one of Santiagoi s most centrally located and highest rated hostels. We are next to scenic Parque Forestal in the Barrio Lastarria & Bellas Artes area. Our bohemian neighborhood is full of neoclassical buildings, museums, cafes, bars, clubs and restaurants. We are 5-10min walking distance from all of Santiagoi s major attractions, cultural sites and Bellavista nightlife. Come see what Hostal Forestal has to offer YOU!

Our hostel has been recommended by the Lonely Planet Blue List as one of the Top 5 Hippest Hostels in the World. Our weekly activities include BBQs, live music, wine tasting, pisco sour, movie nights, etc. We have a free pool table, TV lounge, bar area, patio, and modern kitchen. We can also arrange tours of the surrounding region with opportunities to ski/snowboard, visit Valparaiso and the central coast, tour local vineyards and enjoy the best of Santiago city day and nightlife.

We have the best breakfast in Santiago with fresh fruit and bread every day and different choices to enjoy the most important meal of the day! Our guests can also enjoy free coffee and tea all day.

Guests receive the personal attention of experienced staff fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. We know our city so our commitment is to answer all your questions and doubts with the best alternatives.
Movie nights! Chilean Pisco Sour & Terremoto nights! Chilean BBQ! Live music! These activities may change from week to week, but there will always be something to do at the hostel!

Amenities / Services Include:
i Secure, clean and furnished rooms
i Dorms & private rooms with ensuite or shared bathrooms
i Free lockers
i Free breakfast
i Free internet access and WiFi
i Free pool table
i Hot showers
i Luggage storage
i Bicycle rental and parking
i ATM around the corner
i Airport pick-up & transfers ($15 USD) and taxis ($30 USD) approx
i City tours (Santiago, Valparaiso & Central Coast, Wineries, Ski and Snowboard) i Friendly English, Spanish and Portuguese spoken staff
i Reception 24 hrs
i Maps, guides and Santiago advice
i Fully equipped kitchen
i BBQ and patio area
i Towel rental & free linen
i Laundry services
i Cable TV / DVD / mp3 player
i Bar with cold beers and Chilean wines
i Games (chess, backgammon, etc)
i FREE tea and coffee ALL DAY!
i Nearby supermarket, liquor store, restaurants, pubs and disco just a few blocks away
All major credit cards accepted (5% extra charge)
The quoted rates and preferred payment method is US dollars
If using a booking agent any promotional discounts or flyer offers are not valid
If paying with Chilean pesos, a charge of 19% will be added due to taxes
Chileans have to pay 19% the tax

Cancellations with 24 hrs notice, in other case we will charge the first night of your booking. No curfew i check in at 2pm / check out at 12pm

Directions

At the metro(subway station) take Line 1 (red line) to Baquedano metro station, or pick any bus on Alameda (Av. Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins) that says Plaza Italia.

We are only a couple of blocks away from Plaza Italia/Baquedano metro station. This is the cheapest way to get to our hostel.
Street references are Merced/Estados unidos or Merced with Irene Morales. Coronel Santiago Bueras is the street parallel to Merced in Between Irene Morales and Estados Unidos.
You can also pick up a taxi at the airport, the fee shouldn't be more than US$30, or you can also pick up a transfer for US$15 aprox. If you want us to book you a pick up transfer at the airport write us email after you have done the reservation. This way will be more efficient and cheap. The taxi/transfer driver should leave you at our door. Santiago is a safe city but like any other big city keep in mind the current exchange rates so y

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Linen Included, Credit Cards Accepted, Towels, Luggage Storage, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, 24 Hour Check In