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From Buenos Aires, I knew I wanted to make my way down into the breathtaking area of Patagonia. One place I was told I must stop was Bariloche, Argentina, where there are beautiful landscapes, great hiking opportunities, and a delicious chocolate museum. I was also told Periko’s Youth Hostel is one of the best accommodations in the area, and for good reason.
Hiking with a new hostel friend!
Location
When choosing a hostel, it’s important to be in a good location to fully experience the city you’re visiting. Periko’s is situated in the downtown area. It’s only a five minute walk from the main square, and right near an excellent supermarket.
The best part, however, is that it allows you easy access to some of the most beautiful landscapes and hiking trails in the city. Honestly, exploring the local trails was one of the main highlights of traveling Argentina for me.
Atmosphere
First of all, I have to point out the hostel is extremely clean. Furthermore, there’s a very chilled out, rustic feeling to the hostel, which goes perfectly with the beautiful natural setting of the town. For example, a lounge in the hostel made it easy to hangout in comfy clothes with other travelers and really get to know each other. Outside, there is a beautiful garden that is very peaceful and relaxing.
Free Perks
I don’t know any backpacker that doesn’t love free perks. At this hostel, there is free WiFi and internet, breakfast, linens, towels, and a luggage room. Moreover, 24/7 hot showers are included in the price, and a self-catering kitchen makes it easy to meet other travelers and save money. In fact, it is one of the most well-equipped kitchens I have seen during my backpacking tour of South America.
Overall Impression
If you’re looking for a wild party hostel, then Periko’s isn’t for you. However, if you’re looking for a laid-back, social atmosphere, friendly staff and top-of-the-line hostel facilities, Periko’s Youth Hostel is a great choice. It’s one of the few hostels I’ve stayed in that many of the backpackers seem to be returning customers, due to the fact it feels like home more than a hostel.
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Jessie Festa is a New York-based travel content creator who is passionate about empowering her audience to experience new places and live a life of adventure. She is the founder of the solo female travel blog, Jessie on a Journey, and is editor-in-chief of Epicure & Culture, an online conscious tourism magazine. Along with writing, Jessie is a professional photographer and is the owner of NYC Photo Journeys, which offers New York photo tours, photo shoots, and wedding photography. Her work has appeared in publications like USA Today, CNN, Business Insider, Thrillist, and WestJet Magazine.
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