It didn’t bother us, but it’s a (beautiful) old building, so the floors creak a bit and we had some noise from the hallway. Otherwise it was actually pretty quiet for such a central location!

The bed was very comfortable, the room had plenty of space, and you can add a good breakfast for $7 per person per day. WiFi was quick. Location very good, near public transport and within walking distance of good places to eat and drink. Staff was very friendly! Reception staff spoke excellent English. Very reasonably priced laundry service too. Ginny, the dog, is old and very friendly. Would stay again!

Stayed in August 2025

The bed and floor was a bit creaky but nothing too annoying. Sometimes you could hear the bell ring when people returned and people walking outside of your room, but it was pretty quiet overall

The location of this property is perfect - easy walking distance between Lastarria, Bella Vista and Barrio Italia, and convenient to get to many major sites. Metro station a 5 min walk, so it was very easy to get the airport bus and metro to and from the hostel. The place has a charming, rustic vibe, with nice common areas. The room was basic but comfortable, plenty of bedding to keep you warm and the shower had hot water and great pressure. The staff were very friendly and helpful, available 24/7. You leave your key at reception when you leave and the front door is locked so need to ring a bell when you return, but this was never a problem. Breakfast was 6000 and worth it - a big spread of fruit, yoghurt, cereal, a hard boiled egg, cheese, hot (delicious) bread, juice and tea/coffee. Many places don’t open early for breakfast so eating at the hostel is a great option. I also had dinner there one night and had a delicious soup for 6000. They stored my luggage safely after checkout and before my flight. It was a fantastic stay and I’d recommend it!

Stayed in August 2025

All great

Stayed in August 2025

I loved the hostel. Great position, nice room, great staff! Felt home after six days.

Stayed in August 2025

Everything was great, especially the fantastic staff. It's a hotel that feels like a family hostel. Located very near the Metro, a nice breakfast, comfy beds, and even dinner if you like to stay in at night.

Stayed in August 2025

There is a system where you hand in the key every time you go out, but on 2 occasions they couldn’t find our key! This was a little frustrating. This is far from being a party hostel but noise travels along the hallway and the we were disturbed after 11 by other guests having conversations near our room.

The location of the property is excellent - you are close to the metro and the best places for bars and restaurants. The property is in a very interesting, Tudor-style property and it is full of character. The staff were very helpful in organising an airport transfer and accommodated a late check-in; the desk is 24-hour. The food is good and very reasonably priced - there is also a bar.

Stayed in August 2025

The staff was very welcoming. I had problems with the reservation (my mistake) and they promptly found a solution that would work for both of us. Location is great. The room (single room) is small but comfortable. Breakfast was good as well, I believe if I had breakfast at a cafe I would spend more and have a worse meal.

Stayed in August 2025

Recommend.

Stayed in August 2025

nice cozy Hostal, close to some attractions and metro if u don't feel like walking and near the nice barrios Bellavista and Italia. Helpful , friendly staff and Ginny the dog.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Lovely hostel located in a beautiful Old quirky building with tons of character. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was sufficient and plentiful consisting of cereals breads fruits eggs and yogurt.

Stayed in August 2025

Everything was nice, good breakfast, the food at the restaurant was also very good, I really enjoyed the pizza! Location is great and everything was clean.

Stayed in July 2025

This hotel is absolutely exceptional. Run by incredibly passionate family staff, it was friendly, comfortably and homely as soon as I walked through the door. This is NOT a generic hotel, but a hostel with a beating heart and somewhere you will find nowhere else. This hostel will be an incentive for me to travel back to Santiago!!!

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing. it was a great stay.

Fantastic family friendly Hostal (we travelled with our 12 year old daughter). Very clean and modern, but with loads of character. The Hostal was a short walk to cerro san cristobal funicular and the historic downtown. Room was clean and spacious and the attached bathroom was excellent. Breakfast was fantastic and the restaurant served a simple but excellent menu of local dishes for very reasonable prices. Staff was very helpful with bookings and local knowledge / advice. They even had gated off street parking for our rental car.

Stayed in July 2025

The staff was amazingly nice. When I arrived, I got a long and full explanation of the different neighborhoods around the hostal as well as many personalized recommandations. The room was comfortable and warm. The location is amazing, with the coolest barrios around the corner and the metro steps away. Breakfast is good as well.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing.

I appreciated the charm of the place and the helpful, welcoming staff. There are some creaky floors, but the uniqueness and enchantment of the place is truly special. I would definitely stay here again!

Stayed in July 2025

Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable facilities.

Stayed in June 2025

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Lovely little hostel with very friendly staff, excellent small restaurant, clean and large rooms with great showers, and centrally located too. We normally stay in hotels and Rio Amazonas was much better!

Stayed in May 2025

everything...traditional look, perfect location, breakfast, friendly atmosphere, great value for money

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

Everything

Stayed in April 2025

No lift. ha ha

We loved our stay in Hostal Rio Amazonas. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Location was great as we could walk to most places and felt safe.

Stayed in April 2025

I loved everything

Location is excellent...Thanks to Claudia,Ron and Javiera...A special THANK YOU to Claudia for the free room upgrade...Worth returning to...10 out of 10.

Stayed in May 2025

Location was great…. Staff was friendly. Overnight stay so didn’t use the facilities. Garden area looked relaxing.

Stayed in May 2025

I LOVED EVERYTHING

Room was perfect and check-in was handled speedily by Claudia....Having travelled down from La Serena I needed to eat....The chicken curry was just perfect and I have to thank Javi for that....Thanks also to Ron for the very early desayuno the next morning at 6.00 am before I went to Rapa Nui....Excellent place to stay...Worth returning....10 out of 10.

Stayed in May 2025

Very central location next to Metro station, attentive staff 24/7, very clean and comfortable. Nicely decorated, bright, airy space to relax. I was unsure about kitchen access in the low season but the staff were friendly and I could make my breakfast there.

Stayed in May 2025