Merced 88

Punk Score

64% MEH

High confidence 3,132 reviews

English 62% Spanish 12% German 8%

Friendly staff, gym and common areas support a practical city stay near landmarks; bar and street noise can carry into rooms.

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Vibe Analysis

Merced 88 has the skeleton of a big downtown Santiago hostel: central location, rooftop bar, gym/common areas, and friendly staff showing up as the best parts. The terrace can work for hanging out, and the location puts city landmarks within easy reach. The current vibe is more practical than magic. Social energy is inconsistent, and the building comes with noise, tired bathrooms, smell/drainage complaints, and some run-down edges. It can make sense for location and a rooftop moment, but not for quiet recovery.

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Bathrooms and drains draw repeated cleanliness and smell complaints. 2 mentions Last mentioned Jun 9, 2026
Noise from the bar and surrounding streets can carry into rooms. 2 mentions Last mentioned May 19, 2026

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🚲 Bicycle Hire 💪 Gym

Facilities

🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 📋 Meeting Room 💻 Coworking Space 🍹 Rooftop Bar 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌆 Rooftop 🍳 Breakfast 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe

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Bicycle Parking Airport Transfers Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Internet Access Nightclub Board Games Cable TV Pool Table Wi-Fi Towels For Hire Express Check-in / Out Late Check-out Linen Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Security Lockers Key Card Access Fire Extinguishers Common Room Games Room Lounge Room Elevator Hot Showers Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free City Tour Free Luggage Storage Panoramic Views Flexible NRR

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