Where to Stay in Puerto Madryn: Best Areas and Recommended Hotels (2026)
Puerto Madryn is a coastal city on the Golfo Nuevo and the base for exploring Península Valdés, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. From June to December southern right whales arrive, sometimes visible from the beach itself, and the area is also home to penguins, sea lions, elephant seals and, at certain times of year, orcas. The waterfront puts the gulf right in front of you, downtown brings you closer to the bus station at lower prices, and Puerto Pirámides puts you a few steps from the whales.
How to get to Puerto Madryn
Puerto Madryn has its own airport about 10 minutes from downtown, and Trelew's airport, with more flights, is less than an hour away; you can also arrive by bus or by car.
✈️El Tehuelche Airport, Puerto Madryn (PMY) — on Route 3, about 7 km from downtown: roughly 10 minutes by taxi or remís.
🛬Almirante Zar Airport, Trelew (REL) — 63 km from Puerto Madryn: about 45 minutes by car. From the airport entrance on Route 3, the company 28 de Julio runs buses every hour to the Madryn bus station (about 56 minutes).
🛫Flights from Buenos Aires — Aerolíneas Argentinas flies from Aeroparque to Puerto Madryn all year. Trelew is the airport with the most flights in the area, with several daily departures to Aeroparque.
🚌Long-distance bus — from Buenos Aires (Retiro or Liniers) it takes between 17.5 and 20 hours, with daily departures. Buses arrive at the Puerto Madryn bus station, downtown.
🚗By car — from Buenos Aires it is 1,327 km (about 16 h 20 min of driving) via Routes 205, 22, 251 and 3. It's best to split the trip with a night in Río Colorado; some stretches of Route 22 have potholes.
🐋Puerto Pirámides and Gaiman — Puerto Pirámides, inside Península Valdés, is 94 km away (about 1 h 30 by car; the company Mar y Valle runs buses of around 1 h 20). Gaiman, the Welsh village, is 81 km away: about 51 minutes by car or about 2 h 10 by bus, changing in Trelew.
The seafront strip along Av. Roca and Boulevard Brown, from the pier southward. This is where the 3- and 4-star hotels with the most reviews and the best location scores are, and from some rooms you can see whales. Good for first-time visitors, couples and families. The downside: parking is scarce and street parking is paid by the hour.
2. Downtown The most affordable
The blocks between Av. Roca and the bus station, about 3 to 6 blocks from the sea. There are very well-rated hostels and some 4-star hotels that cost less than those on the waterfront, with grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. Good for backpackers, tight budgets and anyone arriving by bus. The downside: no sea views, and some streets are noisy.
3. Puerto Pirámides (Península Valdés) Facing the whales
The only town inside Península Valdés and the only place where whale-watching boats depart. It has inns and small hotels just steps from the beach. Good for anyone who wants to do more than one whale-watching trip or explore the peninsula without going back every night. The downsides: it is 94 km from Madryn, there are few restaurants and some close in the off-season.
Tours and activities in Puerto Madryn
Whales, penguins, sea lions and elephant seals: these are the outings you shouldn't miss from Puerto Madryn.
7 recommended places to stay in Puerto Madryn
Seven stays spread across the three areas: three facing the gulf, two downtown and two in Puerto Pirámides, from a hostel to 4-star hotels with a spa. The pros and cons come from what guests repeat in their reviews.
Yene hue ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 9.2 · 1,086 reviews
Waterfront, facing the gulf on Av. Roca
ExteriorRoomPool
4-star hotel on Av. Roca, facing the gulf, with a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, gym and spa treatments. There are rooms with sea views and some with a whirlpool bathtub. Breakfast includes jams and local specialties. Parking spaces are few and assigned on a first-come basis.
Heated pool, sauna and gym
Generous, highly praised breakfast
Facilities show some wear
Few parking spaces, first come first served
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 109-176)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is October (around US$ 176 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 109: 38% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
10Comfortable, nice and well-located accommodation. The staff were very friendly.
We liked everything. We can confirm the comments from other guests, which led us to choose this place.
Analía · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Excellent gluten-free breakfast
The breakfast: a wide variety of homemade gluten-free products. Tasty, varied and healthy. The staff were super attentive.
Ana · Argentina · Aug 2026
8Madryn in Yene Hue!
The location is excellent; great service and willingness from some of the employees. Breakfast was very good: generous and varied.
Luque · Argentina · Aug 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 1,086.
Hotel Península Valdés ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.9 · 538 reviews
Waterfront, facing the gulf on Av. Roca
ExteriorRoomLounge
4-star hotel facing the gulf, near the pier, with a spa, gym and bar. The rooms are spacious and several have sea views: some guests have seen whales from their room. The building has some years on it and the bathrooms are small. Before paying, check that the total matches your reservation.
Sea and whale views
Spacious rooms and good breakfast
Small, somewhat dated bathrooms
Complaints about charges higher than booked
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 120-156)
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The most expensive month is November (around US$ 156 a night) and the cheapest is January (around US$ 120: 23% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
The location, right on the beach, is exceptional. We could watch the sunrise and the whales from our room. All the staff are very friendly and were always ready to meet our needs.
Silvio · Argentina · Sep 2026
9Excellent staff
The location is excellent and the hotel is very well kept. The bathrooms are a bit small, as are the showers and the bathtub.
Nicolas · Argentina · Sep 2026
9Highly recommended hotel
Spacious rooms. Excellent breakfast. Very good location. Very clean.
Jose · España · Sep 2026
10Days in Madryn
The staff's service: very attentive and very willing to help. The location is excellent. The service and facilities are all very tidy and clean.
Cintia · Argentina · Sep 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 538.
Costanera Hotel ⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.9 · 192 reviews
Waterfront, on Boulevard Brown
ViewRoomDining room with a view
3-star hotel on Boulevard Brown, a 3-minute walk from the Welsh Settlers Monument, with a terrace and bar. From the breakfast room and some rooms you can see the sea and, in season, the whales. It has private parking and the staff are what guests praise most. The rooms are on the small side.
Whales in sight from the breakfast room
Very friendly and attentive staff
Rooms and bathrooms a bit tight
No minibar and basic amenities
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 62-87)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is November (around US$ 87 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 62: 29% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
7Comfortable, well located and with a spectacular view.
The location is unbeatable. The staff's service is impeccable.
Lilia · Argentina · Sep 2026
8Everything was great, you can see the whales from the window! Excellent value for money.
Excellent location facing the sea, with a view from the room. The bed was comfortable and the cleaning was daily. Breakfast is fine. The staff were very friendly. Comfortable bathroom with everything working properly.
Nelson · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Recommended and comfortable. Very good service.
The location is great, close to downtown, and the sea view is incredible. The hotel is comfortable and super clean. I want to highlight the service and kindness of Cristian, who welcomed us very warmly, as did his colleagues. I would go back and I recommend it.
Mpi · Argentina · Aug 2026
9Excellent service and place
The service is unbeatable; the facilities are very good, clean and comfortable; the continental breakfast is very complete and the view is unbeatable. Honestly, they made us feel at home.
Mauro · Argentina · Aug 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 192.
Hotel Tolosa ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 9.1 · 1,118 reviews
Downtown, 250 m from the beach
ViewRoomLounge
4-star hotel in the heart of downtown, 250 m from the beach and steps from bars, restaurants and the Luis Piedra Buena pier. It has 84 spacious rooms, buffet breakfast included, and lends bicycles, towels and beach chairs. The decor mixes classic with modern. Parking is charged separately.
Complete, varied buffet breakfast
Spacious, very clean rooms
Sometimes you have to wait for a table at breakfast
Parking charged separately
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 90-162)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is October (around US$ 162 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 90: 44% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
9We enjoyed peace and quiet, comfort and an incredible breakfast.
Varied and very complete breakfast. Bicycles available for a ride along the coast.
Rut · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Good value for money
The spaces were very clean; spacious rooms, very pleasant and attentive staff, and very well located. At breakfast time we had to wait: there are few tables for the number of people who were at the hotel.
Constanza · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Hope to return
Everything: the friendliness of the staff, the comfort, the spaciousness of the room and, above all, the cleanliness.
Maria · Argentina · Sep 2026
8Recommended for families. Good breakfast and excellent location.
Excellent service from the staff. Everything clean. Comfortable room. Very good breakfast. Excellent location. Good value for money.
Francisco · Argentina · Aug 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 1,118.
La Tosca Hostel & Suites
Rating 9.0 · 916 reviews
Downtown, 400 m from the beach and near the bus station
ExteriorPrivate roomLounge
Hostel with private and shared rooms, 400 m from the beach, 300 m from the main square and about 500 m from the bus station. Breakfast is included and there are two equipped kitchens, a grill and a garden. On arrival you get a short talk about the region. The bunks have no curtains.
Attentive staff with tips on excursions
Two equipped kitchens and a grill
Bunks without curtains or much privacy
Simple breakfast, not much variety
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 52-62)
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The most expensive month is November (around US$ 62 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 52: 16% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
Good location, close to downtown and the waterfront, the supermarket and food places. The room is spacious, well lit and heated. Comfortable beds. Breakfast is simple but tasty. The staff are friendly and the common areas are spacious.
Sara · Chile · Oct 2026
10Great destination: in love with the whales
I want to thank the staff, who always answered all my questions. The breakfast was very tasty, with little things they make themselves. They saved my breakfast because I was leaving very early for Trelew: such a nice gesture. The atmosphere is super family-friendly, also for traveling with children.
Natalia · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Highly recommended!
The hostel is very well located with respect to the main avenue and the bus station. There are grocery stores and places to eat nearby. The staff are super attentive and always there to advise you on activities. We stayed in a 6-bed room, super spacious and comfortable.
Giannina · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Excellent service and quality
All the staff, super attentive and friendly: they recommend what to do and where to go. The location is very good, close to everything. The place is very beautiful, cozy, clean and well kept. Highly recommended whether you travel alone, as a couple or with family!
Teina · Uruguay · Aug 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 916.
Rayentray Las Restingas Hotel De Mar ⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.6 · 356 reviews
Puerto Pirámides, on the beach
ExteriorRoomDining room with a view
3-star hotel on the beach in Puerto Pirámides, 50 m from Av. de las Ballenas, with a restaurant and free private parking. From the rooms with sea views you can see the whales; others face the parking lot, so it's best to ask for a sea view. Out of season the restaurant may be closed.
Oceanfront rooms with whales
Good breakfast and friendly staff
Building with pending maintenance
Weak heating in winter
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 139-156)
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The most expensive month is December (around US$ 156 a night) and the cheapest is March (around US$ 139: 11% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
9A recommended option for staying on Península Valdés
The view from the sea-view rooms is lovely: it's worth paying the difference. All the receptionists were very kind. Breakfast could be more complete.
Ingrid · Uruguay · Sep 2026
8Beautiful, comfortable stay that suits the unique experience of staying on Península Valdés.
Excellent breakfast. Very good facilities and friendly staff. I went in the off-season and the restaurant wasn't open, but across the street there is another hotel with a restaurant. The food was great.
Lilia · Argentina · Sep 2026
9Disconnecting in Puerto Pirámides
Beautiful oceanfront place, very attentive staff and delicious breakfast.
Maria · Argentina · Sep 2026
7Spectacular views
The views are unbeatable. You can see the whales from the room itself, and even hear them at night (if you turn off the air conditioning and unplug the fridge). Breakfast was decent, and they kindly moved it half an hour earlier for our early departure.
Leandro · España · Aug 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 356.
The Paradise ⭐⭐⭐
Rating 9.0 · 65 reviews
Puerto Pirámides, on Av. de las Ballenas
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3-star hotel on the main avenue of Puerto Pirámides, with its own restaurant and bar, garden, sun terrace and free private parking. The rooms have air conditioning, a fridge and a kettle. In a town with few places to eat, its restaurant is what guests praise most. The ground-floor rooms are small and have no view.
Own restaurant, highly praised
Warm, very attentive staff
Slow or no wifi in the rooms
Small rooms for the price
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 70-100)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is January (around US$ 100 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 70: 30% less). Months marked «·» don't have a rate loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages, so it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night for 2 people, before taxes and fees (in Argentina they are added when you reserve and depend on your residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate where available; quoted for 2 consecutive nights. Rates vary by date. Updated 27/10/2026.
Beautiful hotel. Very warm welcome at reception and in the restaurant. The room was comfortable with a sea view. Good breakfast.
María · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Weekend in Pto. Pirámides
The room was beautiful, comfortable and spacious, very clean, with a mini fridge and coffee service. The bed was very comfortable. Mr. Daniel looked after us with a kindness rarely seen. Breakfast and meals were very tasty. The internet in the room was a bit slow.
Marcela · Argentina · Jun 2026
10Beautiful place and warm service
We really liked the place, the location, the staff's treatment and the warm atmosphere. We went to dinner and, since it was my birthday, they gave us a discount. Excellent: we'll be back next year.
Rubén · Argentina · Feb 2026
9Language doesn't matter… the paradise of Chubut paradises
The staff is by far the best part: Daniel and his "henchmen" know how to make others feel pleasantly accompanied on the trip.
Federico · Argentina · Feb 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 65.
Map of places to stay in Puerto Madryn
See where each place to stay in Puerto Madryn is on the map and compare prices and availability.
Plan the rest of your trip
The waterfront and downtown can be explored on foot, and there are also city buses, taxis and remises. For Península Valdés, Punta Tombo and Punta Loma you need to rent a car (there are several agencies in the city) or book a tour. Puerto Pirámides can be reached by car or on Mar y Valle buses, and Trelew on 28 de Julio buses, which leave every hour. If you plan to do the peninsula circuit on your own, a car gives you much more freedom.
The most popular things to see and do in Puerto Madryn
Whale-watching boat tour — Departs only from Puerto Pirámides, between June and December, on authorized boats.
El Doradillo — Protected area less than 20 minutes from Madryn, with paved access: you can watch whales from the shore for free.
Península Valdés circuit — Istmo Ameghino visitor center, sea lions at Punta Pirámide and elephant seals at Caleta Valdés and Punta Norte.
Punta Tombo — The largest continental colony of Magellanic penguins, 180 km to the south, with a 3 km round-trip trail.
Punta Loma Sea Lion Colony — Permanent sea lion colony 17 km away, on a gravel road; from the city you can do guided snorkeling or diving with sea lions.
Frequently asked questions
When can you see the whales, and where is the best place to watch them?
The southern right whale is at Península Valdés from June to December. There are two ways to see them: for free from the shore at El Doradillo, less than 20 minutes from Madryn, where they sometimes come within a few meters of the beach (check the tide table), or on a whale-watching boat tour, which departs only from Puerto Pirámides.
Should you stay in Puerto Madryn or in Puerto Pirámides?
Madryn has more hotels, restaurants and flights, and tours to the whole area leave from there, including Punta Tombo. Pirámides is 94 km away, inside the peninsula: it's a small town, but it faces the sea of the whales and the boats depart from there. It's best to spend most nights in Madryn and one or two in Pirámides, so you can do the whale watching without rushing.
Is it better to fly to Puerto Madryn or to Trelew?
Puerto Madryn (PMY) airport is about 10 minutes from downtown and Aerolíneas Argentinas connects it with Aeroparque all year, but it has fewer flights. Trelew (REL) is 63 km away, about 45 minutes by car, and has several daily departures to Aeroparque. A bus to Madryn leaves from the Trelew airport entrance every hour. Compare schedules and prices for both before buying.
When can you see penguins at Punta Tombo?
The reserve opens with the arrival of the Magellanic penguins, in September (in 2026 it opened on the 14th), and the season runs until late March or early April. Chicks hatch in November. It is about 180 km south of Madryn, so it is a full-day excursion, with a 3 km round-trip trail. Tickets are bought online.
When are there orcas at Península Valdés?
There are two windows. Between March and May, at Punta Norte, orcas deliberately strand themselves on the beach to hunt sea lion pups, a technique that is almost never seen elsewhere in the world. Between October and November they enter Caleta Valdés to hunt elephant seal pups. Seeing them is not guaranteed: it takes patience and a bit of luck with high tide.
Are there pet-friendly places to stay in Puerto Madryn?
Yes: Puerto Madryn has about 70 places to stay that accept pets, mostly cabins and apartments; few hotels do. Of the places in this guide, Rayentray Las Restingas Hotel De Mar and The Paradise allow pets (check beforehand whether there is a surcharge). See pet-friendly places to stay in Puerto Madryn →
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