Featuring fully-furnished apartments with views to the surrounding garden and courtyard, Hostal Balmaceda La Serena offers accommodations in La Serena. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Rooms at Hostal Balmaceda La Serena feature cable TV. Some have private bathrooms and some have shared bathrooms. Maid services are available free of charge for rooms and with an extra charge for the apartments. Guests can relax at the shaded seating areas by the garden and courtyard, decorated with potted plants and vases, or enjoy the sunlight in the sundeck chairs. Additionally, guests can make use of the shared kitchen, which includes kitchenware, a microwave, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle. A drinks vending machine is also available on site. Room cleaning is available for a fee. There is a bus station 1312 feet from the hotel and La Florida airport is 1.9 mi away. The Japanese Garden is located only 0.6 mi away from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)


Availability

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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
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mark
    Colombia Colombia
    The room was nice and the staff are helpful and friendly.
  • Solène
    France France
    L’hostel est très bien situé, en plein cœur du centre animé La propreté des lieux Le confort de la chambre La terrasse très agréable
  • Paola
    Chile Chile
    Excelente ubicación, central, personal atento, áreas comunes agradables, amplias.

Area info

Amenities of Hostal Balmaceda La Serena
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Tour desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
    Additional charge
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Foot bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Hostal Balmaceda La Serena takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

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 of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Hostal Balmaceda La Serena accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Based on local tax laws, all guests, Chilean citizens and tourist foreigners must pay an additional fee (IVA) of 19%.

* This additional fee (IVA) is not included in the hotel rates and must be paid separately.

Please inform Hostal Balmaceda La Serena of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Hostal Balmaceda La Serena

  • Hostal Balmaceda La Serena is 2,450 feet from the center of La Serena. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at Hostal Balmaceda La Serena include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • Check-in at Hostal Balmaceda La Serena is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Hostal Balmaceda La Serena offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Foot bath