We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in El Calafate, Argentina. We have also included accommodation in apartments, holiday homes, inns, lodges, boutique hotels, historic buildings, chalets and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Inn / Guest House.Creative. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in El Calafate and with Argentinean Lake reachable within 11 km, Hostería La Soberana features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a restaurant. The property is around 2.8 km from Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island), 7.2 km from Regional Museum and 7.6 km from Nimez Lagoon. The accommodation provides room service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at the inn also feature a city view. At Hostería La Soberana the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. El Calafate Bus Station is 8.1 km from Hostería La Soberana, while Puerto Irma Ruines is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International, 27 km from the inn, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CREATIVE AND COSY guest houses in El Calafate.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great bar. Patagonia Queen is a boutique hotel offering comfortable accommodation in El Calafate, only 100 metres from downtown and nearby Lago Argentino Lake. Rooms feature cable TV and a private spa baths. Built with local unique materials, Patagonia Queen Hotel Boutique provides rooms with wooden floors and a garden view. They also have a minibar, heating and a safety deposit box. Facilities include a gym and a games room that comprises a pool table, board games and table tennis. Services of massage and laundry are available. For relaxation, guests can visit Patagonia Queen´s cocktail-wine bar.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Los Ponchos Hotel is located just 2 km from central El Calafate. Its warm rooms feature Hispanic-American art and views of Lake Argentino. The rooms and the bungalow at Los Ponchos have chic and modern decor. Each is equipped with a modern kitchen, a living area and satellite TV. Los Ponchos Boutique Hotel is located just 500 metres from the picturesque Argentino Lake. It is also ideally located for exploring the mountains, forests and glaciers of this Patagonian region.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most WELL DESIGNED AND ELEGANT boutique hotels in El Calafate. It also has an amazing hotel bar!
Lodge.Trendy. Great location. CASA CHICA has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in El Calafate, 4.8 km from Argentinean Lake. The lodge offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bidet. A minibar and kettle are also offered. Guests can also relax in the garden. Nimez Lagoon is 1.8 km from CASA CHICA, while Regional Museum is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International, 22 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Lodge.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. These cosy cabins 100 metres from Nimez Lagoon and the bird reserve offer rooms with country style décor. They have garden views and free Wi-Fi. Argentino Lake is 350 metres from Nené Aparts. Cabañas de Nené Aparts has fully furnished cottages styled with rustic wood furnishings and a warm palette. They are fitted with cable TV and have full kitchen facilities. Private bathrooms include bath tubs. Laundry services are offered. Nené Aparts offers a continental breakfast with regional jams and fresh juices, which guests can enjoy in the room. Downtown El Calafate is 9 blocks from Nené, with plenty of dining options and souvenir shops. The tour desk can offer help for getting around the area. There is 24-hour front desk assistance and Armando Tola Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great value. Popular among couples. Kau Yatún Hotel Boutique, surrounded by the Patagonian steppe of Estancia 25 de Mayo, features traditional ranch style architecture, a fireside bar and spacious rooms with large picture windows. Situated amongst aspen and pine trees, Kau Yatún Hotel Boutique’s spacious rooms offer en suite facilities with separate bath and shower and free Wi-Fi. Room service is available 24-hours. Buffet breakfast and regional cuisine is served at the on site restaurant. Kau Yatún Hotel Boutique’s staff can arrange mountain biking or horseback riding excursions through the Patagonian wilderness. The boutiques and restaurants of El Calafate town centre are within 6 blocks. The glaciers of Parque Nacional Los Glaciares can be reached with an 80 km distance from Kau Yatún Hotel Boutique.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most historic boutique hotel in El Calafate. It also has great affordability! It is very popular among couples travelling to El Calafate.
Holiday Home. Boasting a patio with lake views, a garden and barbecue facilities, La mata de calafate can be found in El Calafate, close to El Calafate Bus Station and 4.5 km from Argentinean Lake. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and organising tours for guests. Each unit features a terrace offering mountain views, a cable flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with bidet, a hair dryer and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine. At the holiday home, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available each morning at the holiday home. Regional Museum is 1.2 km from La mata de calafate, while Nimez Lagoon is 3.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Charming. Great value. Popular among couples. Only 100 metres from the Argentino Lake waterfront, Posada Karut Josh offers rooms with free Wi-Fi in El Calafate. Breakfast is provided, and a garden is featured. A buffet breakfast is served daily in a charming breakfast room overlooking the lake. The commercial area is 300 metres away. Boasting either lake or mountain views, rooms at Karut Josh are styled in lively colours. They feature modern furnishing and work desks. Fully carpeted, they have private bathrooms with hot running water. Snacks and drinks can be ordered at the bar. Guests can relax in the garden or in the living room. Posada Karut Josh is 600 metres from the bus terminal and 23 km from El Calafate Airport.Show full description
This is likely one of the most CHARMING guest houses in El Calafate.
Chalet.Nice surroundings. Situated in El Calafate and only 6.1 km from Argentinean Lake, Green House features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has city views and is 2.6 km from Regional Museum and 3.2 km from Nimez Lagoon. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. The spacious chalet features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. El Calafate Bus Station is 3.5 km from the chalet, while Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 7.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 22 km from Green House.Show full description
Hip. Great views. The Aikendor Hotel Panoramico, located just 1.1 km from the city center of Calafate. It has a heated pool, breakfast service with lake views and there is free WiFi in common areas. A massage room and a charming lobby overlooking the lake are also featured. Decorated with elegant style, rooms at Aikendor Hotel Panorámico feature wooden rustic furnishing and large windows overlooking the lake and the surrounding mountains. All of them have private bathrooms and heating. A buffet breakfast is served daily. Guests can relax by the pool. Upon request, packed lunches can be prepared and taken away to one of the several excursions available at the tour desk. The 24-hour front desk can secure airport shuttles. Aikendor Hotel Panorámico is 20 km from Calafate Airport. Perito Moreno Glacier is 74 km away.Show full description
I rate this as the coolest small hotel in El Calafate.
Apartment hotel.Charming. Great location. Popular among women. Featuring large windows overlooking the garden, rooms at Santa Monica Aparts have large seating areas with parquet floor and comfortable armchairs. Self-catering facilities include microwaves and dining areas. Santa Monica Aparts is 23 km from El Calafate Airport and 220 km from El Chalten. Coffee and tea service is available around the clock. Free parking is provided.Show full description
Apartment. Boasting garden views, Moderno y tranquilo departamento provides accommodation with patio, around 3.6 km from Argentinean Lake. Featuring a garden, the apartment is close to several noted attractions, around 800 metres from El Calafate Bus Station, less than 1 km from Regional Museum and 1.9 km from Nimez Lagoon. The apartment features mountain views, an outdoor fireplace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 10 km from the apartment, while Puerto Irma Ruines is 12 km from the property. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dining table, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bidet, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. All units have a wardrobe. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 19 km from Moderno y tranquilo departamento.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Delightful property. Great location. Situated in Patagonia Argentina, the Hosteria El Galpon Del Glaciar offers several activities and country-style accommodation. All rooms feature views of the Andes Mountains or the Lake Argentino. Traditional tango shows are also given by local artists. The Hosteria is surrounded by natural life. Guests can enjoy watching activities such as sheep herding and shearing, experience fly fishing, and mountain biking. Hosteria El Galpon Del Glaciar is just 500 metres from Lake Argentino and a 15-minute drive to El Calafate centre. The Glaciar Perito Moreno is nearby.Show full description
This is one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND RELAXING guest houses in El Calafate. It also has a great location, outstanding views and beautiful surroundings.
Holiday Home. Calafate Sur is set in El Calafate, 3.2 km from El Calafate Bus Station, 6.9 km from Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island), as well as 15 km from Puerto Irma Ruines. With free private parking, the property is 5.8 km from Argentinean Lake and 2.3 km from Regional Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.9 km from Nimez Lagoon. The 3-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. The property offers garden views. Walichu Caves is 22 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 22 km from Calafate Sur.Show full description
Holiday Home. Situated in El Calafate and only 5.7 km from Argentinean Lake, Casa Glaciar Patagonia features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. 1.9 km from Regional Museum and 4.4 km from Nimez Lagoon, the property provides a garden and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.7 km from El Calafate Bus Station. The holiday home is composed of 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is available. Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 11 km from the holiday home, while Puerto Irma Ruines is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 19 km from Casa Glaciar Patagonia.Show full description
Apartment. Offering a garden and garden view, M&M DEPARTAMENTO is located in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Argentinean Lake and 200 metres from El Calafate Bus Station. This apartment provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The apartment features family rooms. At the apartment complex, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. All units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. Regional Museum is less than 1 km from the apartment, while Nimez Lagoon is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 19 km from M&M DEPARTAMENTO.Show full description
Apartment. Offering city views, CONDOR Patagonia Aparts is an accommodation located in El Calafate, 5 km from Argentinean Lake and 1.5 km from Regional Museum. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. At the apartment complex, all units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a bidet and free toiletries. At the apartment complex, every unit has bed linen and towels. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. An oven, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Sightseeing tours are available in the area. Nimez Lagoon is 2 km from the apartment, while El Calafate Bus Station is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International, 21 km from CONDOR Patagonia Aparts, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar. Located 200 metres from Libertador Avenue area and 500 metres from the Laguna Nimes Reserve, MadreTierra Patagonia is set in a charming Patagonian building. It features a garden and is located in El Calafate's historic and commecial centre. Los Glaciares National Park is 40 km away. Providing a tranquil environment, the rooms in MadreTierra Patagonia feature private bathrooms, spa baths, and flat-screen TVs. Room service is provided. Guests can request luggage storage and laundry services. Excursions to Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina and Torres del Paine in Chile can be booked on site. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire property. MadreTierra Patagonia is 20 km from Calafate Airport.Show full description
I think this place could be the most LIVELY boutique hotel in El Calafate.
Apartment. Offering a garden and lake view, Soño Lugar is located in El Calafate, 4.2 km from Regional Museum and 4.8 km from Nimez Lagoon. This apartment offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The apartment with a patio and mountain views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.8 km from Argentinean Lake. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a coffee shop on-site. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. El Calafate Bus Station is 5.3 km from the apartment, while Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 6.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 24 km from Soño Lugar.Show full description
Apartment. CABAÑA M&M, a property with a garden, is situated in El Calafate, 6.3 km from Argentinean Lake, 2.8 km from Regional Museum, as well as 3.4 km from Nimez Lagoon. This apartment features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At the apartment complex, each unit includes bed linen and towels. El Calafate Bus Station is 3.7 km from the apartment, while Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 7.8 km from the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Each unit features a balcony offering lake views, a satellite flat-screen TV, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a kettle. The nearest airport is Comandante Armando Tola International Airport, 23 km from CABAÑA M&M.Show full description
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