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Hostel Boutique Merced 88 - Santiago

A 2-star hostel in Santiago's entertainment district, steps from the metro and a short walk to Bellavista. Known for its rooftop terrace, social vibe, and helpful staff.

  • Rooftop terrace for relaxing and socializing
  • 24-hour reception and security
  • Paid airport shuttle available
8.7 Great 889 reviews Booking.com 8.7 · 889 reviews

About

Hostel Boutique Merced 88 - Santiago

Hostel Boutique Merced 88 is a 2-star hostel in an entertainment neighbourhood, just steps from the metro and within easy reach of the city centre. The building offers a rooftop terrace and sun terrace, plus a shared kitchen, lounge/TV room, and game room with billiards. Free Wi-Fi is throughout, and the 24-hour reception can arrange tours and tickets.

Rooms range from mixed and female-only dorms to private doubles, triples, and quadruples. Some rooms include a shower and heating, and the higher-capacity dorm has its own shower. Laundry facilities, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box are available. The property also has a snack bar and bar/lounge area, with live entertainment on site.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Rooftop terrace with city views — The rooftop terrace and sun terrace are a highlight, often mentioned as a great spot to relax. It's also a social hub for meals and drinks.
  • Central, metro-friendly location — Right near a subway station and within walking distance of the main square and Bellavista, making it easy to explore the city on foot or by metro.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Guests repeatedly praise the staff for being warm and informative, with a few names mentioned for going above and beyond.
  • Clean and spacious rooms — Guests describe dorms and private rooms as comfortable, clean, and generously sized, with good showers and hot water.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, so you'll need to make other arrangements if you're travelling with an animal.
  • Check-in window is 15:00 to 23:59 — If you arrive later than midnight, you'll need to plan ahead or contact the 24-hour reception for special arrangements.
  • Shared bathrooms in some rooms — Several room types, including the private double and queen room, come with an external or shared bathroom, not an en-suite.
  • No on-site parking — The hostel does not list parking among its amenities, so if you drive, you'll need to find public parking nearby.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room

Private External Bathroom Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Heating

8 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Heating

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Shared Bathroom Queen Room

  • 1 Queen-size bed,2 Single beds

Economy Shared Bathroom Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage

Food & Drink

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Snack bar
  • Shared kitchen

Entertainment

  • Live entertainment
  • Game room
  • Billiard tables
  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Paid airport shuttle

Outdoor

  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace

Wellness

  • Fitness centre

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.7
Great 889 reviews

Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 889 reviews

Booking.com · 8.7 · 889 reviews
8.7Verified guest

“I stayed for a week while seeing the city. The staff were friendly, beds were comfortable, and breakfast was decent. The rooftop terrace was a nice place to relax and the location made it easy to get around. Overall a good choice in Santiago.”

8.7Verified guest

“Clean hostel with roomy dorms, close to the metro and the main square. The kitchen and dining area were well-equipped. Friendly staff, especially Alex, made the stay better.”

8.7Verified guest

“Excellent location near the metro, the plaza, and a trendy area. Beds were comfortable with personal touches. The place was clean and spacious, with a good kitchen. Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast was generous and the rooftop was relaxing.”

8.7Verified guest

“The location is convenient, easy to reach from the airport or bus station. It's right by a subway station, which helps for exploring. Rooms are spacious and clean. Bathrooms had hot water. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was tasty with a good selection.”

8.7Verified guest

“I had a wonderful stay. Location was ideal, close to the metro and downtown, and across from a nice park for people-watching. Very clean and great facilities. Breakfast had many options. The woman at reception was especially helpful with my credit card issue.”

8.7Verified guest

“Exceptional stay that exceeded expectations. Beds were comfortable, staff helpful, breakfast great, and the central location was near a lively area.”

04 — Location

Getting around Santiago

The property sits in Santiago.

Getting around: The hostel is close to a metro station, making it easy to reach other parts of Santiago. Many attractions and neighbourhoods are also walkable.

Nearby highlights: Within walking distance are the main plaza, the vibrant Bellavista area, and San Cristobal hill, all popular with visitors.

Merced 88, Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan, 8320119, Chile

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
44 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the hostel?

No, pets are not allowed at Hostel Boutique Merced 88.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available. You can arrange it with the 24-hour reception.

Do the rooms have private bathrooms?

Some rooms, like the Private External Bathroom Double and Shared Bathroom Queen, have shared or external bathrooms, while others (like dorms and some privates) include a shower.

Is there a kitchen available for guests?

Yes, there is a shared kitchen for guest use, along with a dining area.

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The bottom line

A solid, well-run hostel with a friendly atmosphere and a prime location. If you want to be near the action and don't mind basic rooms, it's a strong choice in Santiago.

8.7Overall, a reliable pick for budget travellers wanting a central base with a social vibe.

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