Pensión Casaño

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Las Arenas is a great town to base yourselft for walking and hiking nearby trails. Host Gelli was friendly and patiently used her phone and Google translate to explain the accomodation and also hold conversations about where we were from etc. Great parking in the big grassed area right outside the front door - which is also where campervans set up for free. Over the weekend this area was busy (~ 40 vehicles) and yet it was super quiet. Sleeping with windows open all you could hear was the bubbling river which the pension overlooks. 2 minutes only to walk to the bus stop that takes to you Poncebos (and other hike starting points). 2 minutes the other way and you have bakeries, cafes, resturants etc. I appreciated the use of the open air (semi outdoor) kitchen and all it's utensils. Been travelling for 4 weeks in hostels etc and it was nice to be able to cook up a simple and cheap pasta dinner for a change.
  : It's not a negative - but future bookers need to understand that the rooms are not large. They have the double bed and room to walk around either side - and that's about it. But this area is about being out in nature... so you were either out walking - or home having a lie down. The room size is irrelevant - but you wouldn't want multiple suitcases! Bathroom is very compact, a large person would find sitting on the toilet a challenge... but for us it was fine. Also - as to be expected given building type - stairs only... no lift.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Solo Traveler
  : The location is fantastic. Close to both bus stops, restaurants, and even a stream to soak your feet after a hike. Full kitchen facilities. My room had mountain views which was great. I enjoyed the outdoor eating area, and loved watching the moon pop out behind the mountains at night. Geli was a fantastic host who kept everything super clean and running well. We communicated mostly with google translate. Modern bathroom although a little small.
  : The only fridge was in the outside kitchen. Rooms are a little tight.