Airesbuenos Hostel Valdivia Garcia Reyes 550
Submitted by viella on Jue, 03/04/2010 - 16:47
Our hostel is located in downtown Valdivia, just three blocks from the bus terminal. It is the place-to-be to have a nice stay. We are only five minutes on foot from the Plaza de la Republica, the contemporary art museum, the historical museum, and the biggest mall in Valdivia. Pichoy airport is about 30 km.
Our hostel was renovated in 2005 and inaugurated in 2006. Your stay includes breakfast, free wi-fi access, use of the kitchen, hot showers and central heating. You will enjoy a wonderful and comfortable stay with a community spirit.
If you come to Valdivia, you will appreciate its huge cultural and natural heritage. You can visit virgin forests, gorgeous beaches and see historic German buildings. Other attractions to enjoy are activities such as kayaking, canopy, biking, all at reasonable prices.
Qué hacer en Valdivia:
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Things to do in Valdivia:
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Adventure Sports :
Pueblito Expediciones Kayaking Professionals in Valdivia, Chile. Waterwater Rafting, Kayaking, trekking, skiing and bird watching. Kayak de aguas blancas y travesías de aguas quietas en diversos lugares como ríos, lagos (de Chile y Argentina) , fiordos, y glaciares, deportes de invierno, la fotografía y el trekking entre otros.
Sightseeing:
Our Pick: Parque Punta Curiñanco (1 day excursion)
One of the last unaltered coastlines in southern Chile, the reserve, just north of Valdivia. The Cape traces the Pacific coast for almost three miles. Punta Curiñanco is a model conservation site because it protects a piece of private land that was once open to development
Feria Fluvial - The fish market is a must see. Every morning you can enjoy the hustle and bustle. Numerous sea lions provide free entertainment.
River Tours : Take a boat tour of the river city. There are lots to choose from at the feria fluvial.
Niebla Fort - Historic Spanish Fort in Niebla
Oncol Park (Parque Oncol) A beautiful Valdivian virgin native forest. A must see.
City of Valdivia Official Site
El Bosque Urban Park A 13 hectar private ecological reserve in the city of Valdivia. Parque Urbano El Bosque, Avenida Simpson 301, Valdivia, Chile - F: 56-63-204563 - contacto@bosqueurbano.cl
Sernatur - Valdivia´s Tourist Office - Edificio Seminario, Yerbas Buenas N°180. 1° piso infolosrios@sernatur.cl. 63-236090, Mon - Thur 08:30 a 17:30 , Friday 08:30 a 16:30
Arboretum/ Arboretum de la UACh
Fundo Teja Norte, Campus Isla Teja, UACh. Run by the Forestry Faculty.
Luis, the caretaker gives a full moon tour. Identify the species by smell. Wow!
Fundo Teja Norte - Run by UACh as well. Morales Miranda Campus Isla Teja, Valdivia Fono: 56-63-221502 - Horsebacking riding and other activities.
Isla Mancera - Take a "lancha" (small boat) from the pier in Niebla. Thisbucolic island has is a great place for a picnic. There are no cars and you can walk with the sheep around the whole island in 40 minutes.
Isla Huapi - Visit this island by boat. It is has lots to see. Teléfonos (56)63 - 247896
Markets
Check this page for a list of farmers markets in Valdivia.
Martes/Tuesday: Baquedano - Take the micro 1, 2 or 7 to General Lagos and Baquedano. Walk one block up Baquedano to the feria.
Miercoles/Wednesday: Bernando O'Higgins take mocro 11 o micro 3
Sabado/Saturday: Avenida Francia con San Luis. Micro 14 or 5. This is the biggest market of the week. It is a little bit out of town but worth a visit.
Domingo/Sunday: Avenida Argentina. Micro 5 o 7
Valdivia has a Food Co-op now!!
El ManZano. Orders taken once a month. Talk to us about joining. Los principios de La ManZana son la sustentabilidad, la sanidad, la sociabilidad y la calidad.
Cultural/Educational
Valdivia is the cultural hub of the south with lots of activity. Here are a few of the institutions to choose from.
CCM - La Corporación Cultural de la Ilustre Municipalidad de Valdivia. This private center is guided by the city. It hosts a variety of cultural activities. Check their website for the latest news.
CECS - Centro de Estudios Científicos. Arturo Prat 514, Valdivia, Chile. (56)(63) 234500. This thinktank is world famous for its research in climate change and glaciology.
Universidad Austral de Chile - One the top research universities in Chile.
Conservatorio de Música/Conservatory of Music - Concerts year round.
University San Sebastian - A private university.
Museo Arte Contemporáneo - Contemporary Art Museum of Valdivia
Mauricio van de Maele” Historical and Anthropological Museum
Movies:
Cine Club, The best in Independent Films in Valdivia
Movieland Valdivia, Mainstream Movies
This and That :
Bowling Center Errázuriz 990 - Nivel 1, local 10
Casino Dreams - If you feel the need to gamble
tel. 267000 Carampangue 190
Hydro Spa - Heated pool, steam baths and massage Carampangue 190 (63) 267000
Pacific Fitness Club - Next door to the hostel for those in need of more exercise 340724
Picina Aqua - Heated swimming pool, suana and jacuzzi run by the City of Valdivia. Holzaphel 665 - Teléfonos: (63) 220311 -(63) 2203
Rowing Clubs - Valdivia has a three world Class rowing clubs. Monthly lessons at affordable rates.
Valdivia Yacht Club - The oldest yacht club in Chile! In the summer sailing courses are available.
Jardin Agroecologico - The local ecological center is always looking for volunteers. If you want to get your hands dirty, we can help.
Bookstores
la Libreria De Valdiva - Lauratro 177 has a good selection of books in various languages. They also have talks and events from time to time.
Bars and Music Bars:
Trotamundos - Good place to meet young people Los Robles 140 Isla Teja
Blue Queen Disco - Valdivia's premiere Gay Disco- just down the street from us 111 Caupolicán
El Bunker - Good bar with a great sandwiches 246-644 Avenida Los Robles
El Legado - A fun place to hang out within minutes of the hostel. Service is slow but worth it. Esmeralda 657. Fridays live jazz and blues.
Ocio - Chill out bar in Valdivia Arauco 102
Rio Bar - University Bar Av. Alemania 290
XS Disco - Valdivia's newest Discotec. It seems to be the best place to dance on fridays.
Cafes and WiFi Cafe
Las Gringas - more than gringas go here
5663225490
O"Higgins 400
La Ultima Frontera - Great place! nicely decorated and great atmosphere. A popular cafe bar with outdoor seating 235 363 Pérez Rosales 787
Cafe Moro - They have a great chupe de jaivas on Wednesdays for only $2900 Paseo Libertad 174
Cafe Palace - A tradional Valdivian place. Open Sundays. Try the Palace Sandwich, yummy.
Vicente Perez Rosales 580
Tel. (63) 213539
Dining
Santo Pecado - International cuisine by the river (56-63)239122 Yungay 745
Ristorante Agridulce - Chilean fare on the river 433435 Avda. Arturo Pratt 327
Restaurant Shanghai - Voted the best Chinese Resturauant in Chile (try the Fried Banana dessert!!) 212-5778 Carlos Anwandher 898
Cafe Haussmann - A Valdivia Tradition famous for its crudos, kuchen and beer. Libertador Bernardo O´ Higgins 394 63 213 878
La Cerveceria Kunstmann - Micro Brewery, beer museum and restaurant (63)292969
Approach - Italian fare with an Argentine touch 63 234 810 Los Robles 150, Isla Teja and a new location in the center
Gohan - Japanese mega menu 5663201110 Saelzer 20 Isla Teja
Escencia Restaurant (Hotel Naguilan) - Affordable Noveau Chilean Cuisine 212851 General Lagos 1927
La Calesa - Peruvian Cuisine 213 712 O'Higgins 160
La Cava de Buho - A romantic place near the hostel - four minutes from the hostel 5663255343 Av.Alemania 660
Dharma - Vegetarian cuisine minutes from the hostel 203345 Chacabuco 751
Parilla de Thor - Asados Argentine Style - walking distance 27-0767 Arturo Prat 653
Strike Sushi Bar- Affordable and within walking distance of our hostel 203012 Esmeralda 693
Changing Money
There are several places to change money in Valdivia. Most banks will change dollars and are open until 2 pm. Additionally there the following places:
Cambio de Monedas La Reconquista
Carampangue 325
(56) 63-21 3305
9am - 8 pm
Casa de Cambio El Libertador
Camilo Henriquez 414 Loc. 16
Tel. (63) 201999
Casa de Cambio Arauco
Galeria Arauco , Loc. 24
Tel. (63) 212177
