El Refugio
Location Excellent location — 13 attractions within walking distance
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About
El Refugio is a hostel to stay in Mar del Plata. It sits close to Antigua Estación Mar del Plata Sud and Estatuas de los Lobos Marinos, about 3 km from Mar del Plata. It scores 4/5 from 239 guest reviews. The most comfortable time to visit Mar del Plata is generally December to February.
What guests mention
Aspects most mentioned across recent guest reviews (highlighted = mostly positive).
Amenities
Location
What's nearby
- Antigua Estación Mar del Plata Sud0.2 km
- Estatuas de los Lobos Marinos0.6 km
- Estatuas de los Lobos Marinos0.6 km
- Plaza del Milenio0.6 km
- Playa Bristol0.7 km
- Casilla De La Familia Blaquier (patrimonio)0.7 km
Straight-line distances.
Within a short walk
Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.
Getting there & essentials
- Nearest airport
- Aeródromo Parque Hermoso — 8.6 km
- Nearest station
- Mar del Plata — 3.0 km
- Nearest beach
- Playa Bristol — 0.7 km
- Sea temperature
- Sea temperature about 10.9 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
- Driving
- Drives on the right
- Currency
- ARS
- Power
- Type C/I plugs · 220 V · 50 Hz
Straight-line distances.
Street view
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to El Refugio?
From El Refugio, the nearest station, Mar del Plata, is about 3.0 km away; Aeródromo Parque Hermoso is around 8.6 km away (straight-line distances).
How far is El Refugio from the beach?
The nearest beach, Playa Bristol, is about 0.7 km from El Refugio in a straight line.
Does El Refugio have wifi?
Yes — El Refugio offers free wi-fi.
How is El Refugio rated?
El Refugio scores 4.0 out of 5 across 239 guest reviews.
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