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About this property

Beachfront Location: The Cool Hostel in Coquimbo offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the garden or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travellers. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves American, Italian, Japanese, and Latin American cuisines. Breakfast includes American options, while dinner features vegetarian and high tea selections. Local Attractions: Playa de Peñuelas is a 5-minute walk away, while La Florida Airport is 11 km distant. Nearby attractions include La Serena Lighthouse and La Portada Stadium.

Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a stay with kids.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • American

    • FREE parking!


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Favio
    Chile Chile
    La ubicacion es espectacular, al igual que la vista. El espacio de la habitacion
  • Cristobal
    Chile Chile
    me gusto la ubicación y los horarios de entrada y salida del hostal. Me gustaron mucho los espacios comunes y el ambiente de paz que se genera
  • N
    Chile Chile
    La cercanía con la playa y el pueblito de Peñuelas
  • Carol
    Chile Chile
    Hola, nos encantó el lugar la ubicación es excelente, frente al Pueblo de Peñuelas, lugar muy tranquilo, a pasos del Casino Enjoy por lo que si van a ver un Show queda excepcional, lo mejor de todo es la salida que tiene el Hotel hacia la...
  • Chris
    United States United States
    Cristina, the owner, is super friendly and helpful. Amazing new restaurant with great food, close to the beach, beds comfortable, room had kitchenette. We had a great surfing lesson arranged by the hostel.
  • Erick
    Chile Chile
    Desde el día 1 hubo una muy buena acogida de parte de todo el personal. Cristina y Sra. Maribel, siempre atentas a nuetstras dudas, disponibles al 100%. Dependencias muy agradables, aseadas, ideal para ir en familia. Además contaba con servicios...
  • Isabel
    Chile Chile
    Amamos el lugar! La ubicación es exquisita, junto a la playa y buenos restaurantes; las camas cómodas y limpias; bonita vista. Nuestra anfitriona fue Cristina, que fue simplemente excepcional. Ella y el personal en general, recibieron con mucho...
  • Alarcón
    Chile Chile
    La hostal tiene una buena ubicación en la ciudad, hay muchas cosas alrededor como restaurantes, bares, el Pueblito de Peñuelas que nos encantó y lo mejor es que tiene una salida directo hacia la playa. Definitivamente amamos el lugar y volveríamos...
  • Melanie
    Chile Chile
    Me encantó la atención tan cálida de todos los encargados. Y la ubicación lo mejor de todo, iba caminando a todos lados. Cada vez que vaya me quedaré en este lugar
  • Reto
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt im "The Cool Hostel". Laura hat uns sofort empfangen und hat auf unsere Anfragen immer schnell reagiert. Als wilkommensgeschenk erhielten wir Wein und snacks. Wir können die Unterkunft wärmstens weiterempfehlen.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

5 restaurants on site
  • Bombo Burguer
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Amelie Bar Boutique
    • Cuisine
      Latin American
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern
  • Viverito - Café y Plantas
    • Cuisine
      Latin American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
  • La Siciliana - Trattoria
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Taikin Sushi Bar
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern

House rules

The Cool Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

If you are travelling with children under 9 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 10:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cool Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 10:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Outdoor swimming pool is closed from Mon 30 Jun 2025 until Thu 30 Oct 2025