Where to stay in Ushuaia: best areas and recommended hotels (2026)
Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego, is wedged between the mountains and the Beagle Channel and serves as a base for two very different trips. In summer it fills up with people sailing the Beagle, hiking the National Park or boarding ships to Antarctica; in winter it welcomes skiers heading to Cerro Castor. Choosing the right area makes a big difference to your stay: the centre lets you do everything on foot, the hillsides add views, and the Martial Glacier road brings forest and calm.
How to get to Ushuaia
Ushuaia is at the far southern tip of the country: flying is the most practical option, though there are also long-distance buses and Route 3.
✈️Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH) — about 4 km from the centre. There's no bus: you get there by taxi or private car (remis) in 10-15 minutes.
🛫From Buenos Aires — Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART fly all year round from Aeroparque and Ezeiza; the flight takes about 3 h 35-3 h 40. From Santiago de Chile there's no direct flight: the route is sold with a connection, usually via Buenos Aires.
🚌Long-distance bus — to Río Gallegos, about 12 h; to Punta Arenas (Chile), 11-12 h, crossing the Strait of Magellan by ferry. In summer it's best to book your ticket weeks in advance.
🚗By car on National Route 3 — about 3,045 km from Buenos Aires, with an unavoidable stretch through Chile and a crossing of the Strait on the Primera Angostura ferry (about 20 minutes). From Río Gallegos to Ushuaia it's about 570 km with two border crossings.
🏔️From El Calafate — direct flight of about 1 h 20. There's no direct bus overland: via Río Gallegos, the journey takes around 17 h 30 in total.
🚍Local transport — municipal city buses, paid with a SUBE card, debit/credit card or QR code. Regular services run from the centre to the National Park on fixed timetables, and some hotels on the Martial Glacier road have their own shuttle.
For travellers without a car, heading out on boat trips or boarding for Antarctica. Everything is within walking distance: the tourist pier where the boat trips depart, San Martín street with its restaurants and agencies, and the Prison Museum. On the downside: several reviews complain about street noise and thin walls, and whether you get a channel view depends on the room.
2. Upper hillsides above the centre Beagle Channel views
For those who want a view of the Beagle without straying far from the centre and don't mind an uphill walk. From these steep streets you can see the bay and the channel above the rooftops, and San Martín street is about 5-10 blocks away. On the downside: the walk back is uphill, hard going at night, in snow or with suitcases, and there are few shops nearby.
3. Martial Glacier road Forest and calm
For couples and families with a car who value views and forest over city life. The hotels sit among the Fuegian forest, with picture windows facing the Beagle and close to the glacier trail, whose base is about 7 km from the centre. On the downside: without a car you rely on taxis or the hotel shuttle, which doesn't run often, and there are few places to eat nearby.
Tours and activities in Ushuaia
Ushuaia combines sea, forest and mountains just a few kilometres from the centre. These are the outings most worth planning, depending on the time of year.
7 recommended places to stay in Ushuaia
Seven well-reviewed places across the three areas, from a central hostel to hotels with views on the glacier road. The pros and cons come from what guests mention again and again.
Lennox Ushuaia ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.7 · 448 reviews
Centre, on Avenida San Martín, steps from the Beagle Channel
ExteriorRoomDining room with a view
A 4-star boutique hotel on the main avenue, with the port and restaurants a block away. The renovated rooms have a private whirlpool bath, and the breakfast room looks out over the Beagle Channel. Guests particularly praise the location and the staff's service.
Right in the centre, everything on foot
Attentive staff and good breakfast
Small rooms
You can hear the room next door
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 159-306)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is December (around US$ 306 a night) and the cheapest is April (around US$ 159: 48% 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.
* Double rooms may not be available on those dates: other room types are shown, usually larger ones.
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.
Very good location, excellent service from all the staff.
Sergio · Colombia · Sep 2026
9A very good option for a visit to Ushuaia
The location is very good. They serve a very generous breakfast.
Fausto · Mexico · Sep 2026
10Spectacular
Beautiful hotel, excellent service from the staff, spectacular location, superb breakfast. Views of the Beagle Channel and Avenida San Martín. We had a wonderful stay.
Jorge · Argentina · Jul 2026
10The best hotel in Ushuaia
The property has an incredible design and really delicious food, and the people went above and beyond with the service! We were captivated by this hotel and by Ushuaia.
Tata · Colombia · Jun 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 448.
Hotel Albatros ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.5 · 1,312 reviews
Waterfront, opposite the port
ExteriorRoomView
A four-star hotel on the waterfront, opposite the pier where the boat trips leave and a block from San Martín. It has a restaurant, a spa with jacuzzi and sauna, and free parking. The location gets the most praise; several reviews find it worn for its category.
Opposite the excursion pier
Spa with jacuzzi and sauna
Patchy upkeep and cleaning
Small rooms and bathrooms
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 202-470)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is January (around US$ 470 a night) and the cheapest is October (around US$ 202: 57% less).
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.
Excellent location in Ushuaia. You can walk to the pier and to the avenue with all the shops and restaurants. The hot water thermostat worked perfectly (important in winter) and there's a heated rail in the bathroom, ideal for drying damp clothes.
Sergio · Mexico · Sep 2026
10Excellent. I'll definitely be back
Large room, extra-king bed, location; I had lunch and everything was delicious. The breakfast could perhaps be improved.
Adriana · Argentina · Sep 2026
9Excellent location and very good service!
The location of Hotel Albatros is unbeatable, ideal for getting around Ushuaia comfortably. The staff's service was excellent at all times, with friendly service and good overall quality of the facilities standing out.
Nicolas · Colombia · Aug 2026
10Ideal for staying in Ushuaia in winter
The hotel itself, its location in the centre of Ushuaia, the staff's service and its excellent Prana restaurant. The only thing is there's little space in the bathroom for toiletries.
Gabriel · Argentina · Jun 2026
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Cilene del Faro Suites & Spa ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 9.1 · 207 reviews
Centre, between San Martín and Maipú
ExteriorRoomSpa
A four-star aparthotel 200 m from the Yámana Museum, with spacious units that have a fully equipped kitchen and, depending on the room, views of the channel or the mountains. It also has a spa with a heated pool and sauna, and a top-floor bar. Very practical for stays of several days.
Spacious units with equipped kitchen
Heated pool, sauna and spa
Poor upkeep of jacuzzi and pool
Early check-out, at 10 am
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 180-524)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is February (around US$ 524 a night) and the cheapest is May (around US$ 180: 66% 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.
* Double rooms may not be available on those dates: other room types are shown, usually larger ones.
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 view from the rooms facing the channel is beautiful. Its location is very handy for going to Cerro Castor: you're the last to be picked up and the first to be dropped off on the way back. The sauna is one of the best things, always hot enough at any time.
Manzino · Uruguay · Jul 2026
8A very good place, very well located, good breakfast
Ideal for 2 people, very comfortable, well located. When we were there, the pool area didn't smell good (it seemed they had just painted).
Laura · Colombia · Jun 2026
10A luxury stay
The location is excellent. The views. The staff's service is excellent.
Martin · Argentina · Mar 2026
9All of Ushuaia in 3 days, incredible
We really enjoyed the 3 days we spent there. The hotel is very good: good location, spacious and well-heated room, breakfast, friendly staff and 24/7 reception.
Rodrigo · Chile · Jan 2026
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Antarctica Hostel
Rating 9.2 · 1,427 reviews
Centre, 150 m from San Martín street
ExteriorLiving roomBedroom
A central hostel with shared dorms, breakfast included, a large kitchen and a barbecue area. Reception helps book excursions and the atmosphere is sociable: it's among the best rated by its guests. It suits backpackers and solo travellers who want to spend little in the centre.
Large, well-equipped kitchen
Very attentive reception staff
Noise from other guests in dorms
Same breakfast every day
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 75-85)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The most expensive month is October (around US$ 85 a night) and the cheapest is December (around US$ 75: 12% 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.
Everything: great atmosphere, very clean, excellent rooms, great heating, good breakfast, great kitchen, lovely bathrooms, good location. The staff? Especially Brian (he deserves a pay rise), they're absolute stars: a huge help planning my trip.
Juan · Uruguay · Sep 2026
10Until everything is as we dreamed it
The breakfast is fine. The location is very good. The best thing is the service from the reception and cleaning team. The standout: Camila.
José · Argentina · Sep 2026
10Magical!
I liked everything! I made friends and, from the moment I arrived with my suitcases, they were willing to help me carry them up. Also, the way the hostel is designed lets you meet lots of people while you have dinner or breakfast.
Gabriela · Mexico · Aug 2026
9A good mix of social atmosphere and peace and quiet, with great staff and facilities
Everyone was very friendly and professional. Good, clean showers and bathrooms. The rooms are simple but very functional; the blankets are thick and good for the cold. The breakfast is very solid for a hostel: maybe the best hostel breakfast I've had.
Miles · United States · Aug 2026
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Hotel Ushuaia ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.0 · 381 reviews
Upper hillsides, 10 blocks from San Martín
ExteriorRoomDining room with a view
A large hotel in the upper part of town, with spacious rooms, a restaurant, a bar and a dining room overlooking the Beagle and the mountains. It has free parking. Walking to the centre means heading downhill and, above all, coming back uphill; some guests use taxis or the excursion transfers.
Views of the Beagle and the mountains
Friendly, attentive staff
Wifi only in common areas
Old building, in need of updating
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 125-170)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is January (around US$ 170 a night) and the cheapest is May (around US$ 125: 26% 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.
Our first trip to Ushuaia. The hotel was very good overall. The staff were pleasant and always willing. The heating was fine. Recommended. We'd come back. The breakfast could have a bit more variety, especially when you're staying several days.
Erisbel · Uruguay · Jul 2026
8Comfortable
The location, the service, the warmth. It's the same breakfast every day; it doesn't change at all.
Camilo · Colombia · Jul 2026
8Peace and a lovely view
The panoramic view, the very cosy lounge. It isn't close to the tourist centre, but it's 5 min by taxi; it's a quiet area and you feel right at home. I'd definitely come back!
Jeymy · Peru · May 2026
9Excellent value for money. I'd definitely come back!
The stay was very comfortable. The room was cleaned every day, the staff were friendly and the view from the hotel was incredible. A very large, welcoming hotel, with armchairs in the reception, a very spacious restaurant and good heating. It's a bit far from the centre on foot, because of the ups and downs.
Guilherme · Brazil · Jul 2026
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Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating 9.1 · 481 reviews
Martial Glacier road, Luis Martial 1911
ExteriorLoungeBreakfast
A four-star hotel on the hillside, with views of the Beagle and the city, its own restaurant for dinner and forest trails right next door. It offers a free shuttle to the centre several times a day and guided activities. Ideal for those who put views and tranquillity ahead of going out on foot.
Views of the Beagle and the city
Free shuttle to the centre
You can hear the neighbouring rooms
Infrequent shuttle, last one at 8 pm
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 180-293)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is February (around US$ 293 a night) and the cheapest is May (around US$ 180: 39% 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.
I liked the location, the views, the breakfast. The room is a bit cramped and you can hear everything from the neighbouring rooms.
David · Mexico · Sep 2026
8Beautiful views
The view is beautiful, the staff very friendly. You can tell the common areas were redecorated recently. The rooms are a bit older, but they're clean and tidy.
Eleonora · Argentina · Jul 2026
10You can't miss it!
We had a wonderful stay. We especially highlight the excellent breakfast, the restaurant, the location, the spotless cleanliness, the beautiful decor and the warmth you feel throughout the place. The hotel's view and surroundings are glorious! With very entertaining activities and lots of outings.
Macarena · Chile · Jun 2026
10Tranquillity and beauty at the same time
The breakfast was very good; dinner, the food and how it was prepared, excellent. The view of the city is beautiful and, being a little way from the centre, you feel a calm and peace at night that's hard to find in other locations.
Majimo · Costa Rica · Jun 2026
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Altos Ushuaia Hotel & Resto ⭐⭐⭐
Rating 8.6 · 124 reviews
Martial Glacier road, Luis Fernando Martial 1441
View in winterRoomLounge
A three-star hotel surrounded by forest, with a large stone-and-wood lounge and picture windows facing the Beagle from the breakfast room and restaurant. Some suites have a whirlpool bath or balcony. It's about 3 km uphill from the centre: without a car, you'll need a taxi.
Channel view from the breakfast room
Clean, comfortable rooms
Simple breakfast, few options
Poor soundproofing between rooms
How much a night costs, month by month (≈ US$ 135-261)
Price per night, room for 2 people
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The most expensive month is January (around US$ 261 a night) and the cheapest is April (around US$ 135: 48% less).
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 view we got was incredible, and so were the facilities. The breakfast could be better, and you absolutely need a car; otherwise it's impossible to get around.
Sofia · Argentina · Feb 2026
9Good
I liked the place, the view, the room and the variety at breakfast. I didn't like that check-out is at 10: I feel it overlaps with breakfast time.
Marlen · Mexico · Dec 2025
10Exceptional
The service is superb, the room charming, with incredible views.
Pablo · Spain · Oct 2025
10Fun, exciting, comfortable and relaxing
The place is very nice, the cleanliness excellent and the staff extremely friendly.
Virginia · Mexico · Aug 2025
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 124.
Map of places to stay in Ushuaia
See where each place to stay in Ushuaia is on the map and compare prices and availability.
Plan the rest of your trip
If you stay in the centre, you don't need a car: you can get around on foot, the boat trips leave from the tourist pier and regular services run to the National Park on fixed timetables. There's no bus from the airport, but a taxi or remis takes 10-15 minutes. A car is useful if you're staying on the Martial Glacier road or want to visit the park or Laguna Esmeralda at your own pace; in winter the park requires snow tyres or chains.
Tierra del Fuego National Park — 12 km west along RN3, with around 40 km of trails of varying difficulty; there's an entrance fee.
Beagle Channel boat trip — Islands, Les Eclaireurs lighthouse and, from October to April, the penguin colony on Isla Martillo.
Martial Glacier trail — The closest viewpoint: about 6 km there and back, around 4 h, from the base 7 km from town.
Laguna Esmeralda — The classic trek: 9 km there and back, 220 m of elevation gain and 4-5 h, with access from RN3.
Cerro Castor (winter) — Ski resort 26 km away with 35 runs; in bad weather, the Maritime and Prison Museum is open every day.
Frequently asked questions
Is it better to visit Ushuaia in summer or winter?
It depends on your plans. December to February is the mildest period, with highs of 13-14 °C and up to 17 hours of daylight: it's the season for boat trips, trekking and Antarctic cruises, and hotel occupancy tops 90%. If you want to ski, the Cerro Castor season runs from late June or July to early October, always depending on the snow.
Do you need to hire a car in Ushuaia?
It isn't essential. There's no bus from the airport, but a taxi or remis takes 10-15 minutes. The centre is easy to explore on foot and regular services run to the National Park on fixed timetables. A car is useful if you're staying on the Martial Glacier road or want to visit the park or Laguna Esmeralda at your own pace. In winter the park requires snow tyres or chains.
Can you go to Antarctica from Ushuaia, and when?
Yes: Ushuaia is the main departure port for expedition cruises to the Antarctic Peninsula. The season runs from late October or November to March, and in 2024-25 the port handled 422 departures with around 105,000 passengers. It's best to arrive a day or two before embarkation and reserve accommodation early, because the centre fills up on those days.
When can you see penguins in Ushuaia?
The colony on Isla Martillo, in the Beagle Channel, hosts Magellanic penguins and, in smaller numbers, gentoos between October and April, their breeding season. You get there by boat from the port of Ushuaia or overland to Estancia Harberton; only one company offers the walk on the island itself, with limited places. Outside that window the boat trips still run, but without penguins.
How many hours of daylight does Ushuaia get through the year?
The difference is huge because of the latitude: in June the day lasts about 7 h 20 and in December it reaches about 17 h 10. In summer that lets you combine a morning boat trip with an afternoon trek. In winter, excursions are shorter and it's best to plan road trips in daylight, especially if you're driving in snow.
Are there pet-friendly places to stay in Ushuaia?
Yes: Ushuaia has about 50 places to stay that accept pets, mostly cabins and apartments; few hotels do. None of the places in this guide allow pets. See pet-friendly places to stay in Ushuaia →
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