Hotel in M5500 Mendoza, Argentina
Sausalito Hostel
Charming Mendoza hostel with garden, pool, and asado nights. Social atmosphere perfect for meeting fellow travelers, with wine tours easily arranged.
Sausalito Hostel is a budget-friendly social hostel on Aristides Villanueva avenue in Mendoza, Argentina's wine capital and adventure hub at the foot of the Andes. The property is located in the city's lively Quinta Sección neighbourhood, within walking distance of the pedestrian boulevard restaurants that line Villanueva itself, and approximately fifteen minutes on foot from Plaza Independencia. Mendoza's bodegas in Maipú and Luján de Cuyo are accessible by local bus or bicycle from the property.
The hostel is set in a comfortable house with an enclosed garden, swimming pool, and a shaded terrace that functions as a natural meeting point for travellers during Mendoza's warm afternoons. An asado grill in the garden is fired up several nights a week, creating the kind of communal shared meals that hostels in wine country do best. The on-site bar stocking local Mendoza wines adds to the relaxed, convivial atmosphere.
Accommodation consists of mixed dormitories and private rooms with double or twin beds. Bathrooms are shared across most categories. A fully equipped communal kitchen allows independent cooking, and bike rental is available on site — a popular option for the Maipú bodega circuit, which involves cycling between wineries along flat, shaded roads through the vineyards.
The hostel's social energy suits younger independent travellers and groups seeking an affordable Mendoza base with a built-in community feel. Staff can arrange group wine-country tours, white-water rafting on the Río Mendoza, summer ski day-trips to Las Leñas, and Aconcagua trekking packages for the more adventurous. The Aristides Villanueva corridor is well supplied with budget-friendly restaurants, bars, and wine bars within easy walking distance.
Sausalito Hostel is particularly popular during the Mendoza Vendimia grape harvest festival in late February and early March, when the city fills with visitors and accommodation at all levels books out weeks in advance. The hostel's garden and pool area are at their best from November through March when Mendoza's summer heat is at its peak.
Amenities
- swimming pool
- garden
- BBQ area
- free WiFi
- kitchen
- bar
- bike rental
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +54 261 429-5283
Location
Aristides Villanueva 282, M5500 Mendoza
-32.8889, -68.8556 — View on map
Highlights
- Garden swimming pool and regular asado grill evenings in the heart of Mendoza's social hostel scene
- Bike rental for the Maipú bodega circuit — a classic self-guided wine-country cycling route through the vineyards
- Aristides Villanueva neighbourhood location near Mendoza's best budget restaurants and wine bars
- Staff arranging wine tours, white-water rafting, and ski day-trips from a central base
- Lively communal atmosphere well-suited to solo travellers during Mendoza's harvest festival season
Tips
- Rent bikes from the hostel for the Maipú bodega circuit — the route is flat, well-signed, and manageable even for occasional cyclists.
- Book during Vendimia (late February/early March) many weeks in advance; Mendoza's accommodation fills completely for harvest festival week.
- Ask about asado nights when checking in — these communal dinners are some of the best-value social experiences available at the hostel.
- The Aristides Villanueva area has a good range of restaurants within a short walk, making self-catering in the kitchen optional rather than necessary.
- The hostel pool is the main social hub on summer afternoons; arrive early during busy periods to find a comfortable spot.
FAQ
How far is Sausalito Hostel from Mendoza's wine regions?
The hostel is in central Mendoza. The Maipú bodega circuit is accessible by bike or local bus in under an hour. Luján de Cuyo wineries are approximately 25–30 kilometres south, best reached by tour transfer.
Does the hostel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hostel has an outdoor swimming pool in the garden, available to all guests during operating hours throughout the warm months.
Is breakfast included?
The hostel has a communal kitchen for self-catering. Whether breakfast is included depends on the specific room rate chosen at the time of booking.
Can the hostel arrange wine tours?
Yes, staff organise group wine-country tours to Mendoza's bodegas, as well as adventure activities including white-water rafting and ski day-trips to Las Leñas.
Accessibility
Sausalito Hostel is a converted house with a garden layout. Detailed wheelchair accessibility information is not confirmed publicly. Travellers with mobility requirements should contact the hostel directly before booking.
When to visit
November through March offers warm weather ideal for the pool and outdoor asado evenings. The Vendimia harvest festival in late February and early March is the peak cultural period for Mendoza.