Tilcara
Argentina · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Tilcara, Argentina range from $8 to $22/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 9 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 1, Sep 2, Sep 3.
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Hostel prices in Tilcara, Argentina
A typical dorm night in Tilcara runs about $10.
Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $8/night) and August the most expensive (from $9/night).
At $8/night and up, Tilcara is a mid-range hostel destination in Argentina.
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Hostels we track in Tilcara
- La Albahaca Hostel 8.5 · 214 reviews
- Tilcara Mistica Hostel 9.1 · 107 reviews
- Apapacho Hostel 8.3 · 74 reviews
- El Convento de Tilcara 8.6 · 58 reviews
- Tilcara Rustica Hostel 9.7 · 13 reviews
- Hostal de Altura 9.7 · 4 reviews
- Postales del Tiempo 9.8 · 4 reviews
- El Farolito Hostel 10.0 · 1 reviews
- Hostal Niña Coya
Local knowledge for Tilcara
Where to stay
Most budget hostels sit within a few blocks of the central plaza, putting you close to the bus stop, the weekend craft market, and the trail up to the Pucará ruins. A handful of quieter guesthouses spread along the roads heading toward the Pucará itself, a short uphill walk from the center.
Getting around
- Buy lunch from the food stalls at the weekend market near the plaza rather than the restaurants on the main tourist strip. A plate of locro or empanadas there costs a fraction of what the sit-down places charge.
- Bring pesos cash to the Pucará de Tilcara. The entry fee is paid on-site and card readers there are unreliable.
- Regular buses between Tilcara and Purmamarca run several times a day and cost almost nothing. Take the regular service instead of an organized tour and you can reach the Cerro de los Siete Colores early, before the day-trip crowd arrives.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest from March through May and again in September and October. July fills up with Argentine domestic tourists on winter school holidays, and Carnival week in February is when every bed in town is booked weeks out and prices spike the most.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Tilcara cost per night?
Dorm beds in Tilcara currently range from $8 to $22/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Tilcara?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Tilcara are September 1, September 2, September 3.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Tilcara?
HostelHawk currently tracks 9 hostels in Tilcara, Argentina.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Tilcara?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Tilcara, with dorm beds from $8/night.
Is Tilcara affordable compared to other hostel cities in Argentina?
Tilcara is a mid-range hostel destination in Argentina, with dorm prices starting from $8/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Tilcara?
Most budget hostels sit within a few blocks of the central plaza, putting you close to the bus stop, the weekend craft market, and the trail up to the Pucará ruins. A handful of quieter guesthouses spread along the roads heading toward the Pucará itself, a short uphill walk from the center.
What is the best time of year to visit Tilcara?
Hostels are cheapest from March through May and again in September and October. July fills up with Argentine domestic tourists on winter school holidays, and Carnival week in February is when every bed in town is booked weeks out and prices spike the most.