We stayed at the Hostal for one night after arriving from the Via Australis cruise. The hotel is within walking distance from the downtown shopping area. The room was large but basic. The breakfast was quite good. The staff was perfunctory. Since we wanted to visit Ushuai before moving on this hotel was fine. We would recommend it for value, location and cleanliness.

I recently returned from Argentina where I traveled for the month of November. I waited until the last minute to book my hotels and therefore did not have many choices in Ushuaia as it tends to sell out early.

This hotel was ok and will meet your needs. The rooms were big, clean, and the people were friendly. Outside of that you don't get much here. If you're looking for a hotel to hang out at and relax this is not your spot. If you're looking for a clean hotel for a fair price while you are in town this will meet your needs.

There are many new hotels popping up all around town. Keep in mind if you want to be close to town, etc. In Ushuaia it is fairly easy to get a cab and they are CHEAP. My ride from the hotel to the airport in a cab was US$3. From this hotel I was able to walk into town and the restaurants.

My wife and I stayed at the Hostal del Bosque for 5 nights in November 2005. We had a whole apartment to ourselves in this good economy hotel. It is well situated, about 6 or 7 blocks above the main streets -a 5 to 10 minute walk from great pubs and parilla restaurants. It is not suitable for anyone with walking problems as the hill is steep and the pavements are full of holes! However, I would recommend this hotel primarily for its location, its cleanliness and the size of the apartments. Although the setting is unattractive (unlike some grander hotels outside of town) it is convenient for the town, including the tourist harbour for boat trips, and minibuses to nearby locations. We loved Ushuaia . The cable car to the Martial Glacier and a boat trip to the penguin colony are both worthwhile; although the latter is a long ride (6 hours there and back) and expensive, it is on a good sturdy and stable catamaran, with restaurant facilities. The highlight of Ushuaia is surely the fabulously beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park- which must be visited on a clear dry day! We were lucky- we had warm subshine- but don't rely on it!

Stayed here one night prior to an Antarctic cruise. We were not expecting much for $110 US. Surprise! A spacious two room accommodation with two-burner stove, microwave, refrigerator, sink, dishtowels, plates and utensils, and pots and pans. Lovely flowered grounds, comfortable beds and an adequate continental breakfast included. Location was three blocks uphill from the main shopping drag. Easy going down! I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Joe W. Boston