Alto Calafate Hotel Patagonico  

Perched on a hillside at the entrance to El Calafate, about 3–3.5 km from downtown and on the road to the airport. Expect sweeping views of Lago Argentino and Cerro Calafate. A family-friendly base for exploring Patagonia.

Warm, elegant ambiances meet panoramic vistas. Rooms feature minibars, LCD TVs, desks and laptop-compatible safes, with bathrooms that include rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. The décor leans cozy and clean, built to showcase those big Patagonian views.

Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, two indoor pools, a health club/fitness centre, sauna, solarium and massage room. Concierge and babysitting services, a barbecue area, free self-parking and shuttle/transfer options. Wake up to lake-and-mountain mornings.

Business center plus a conference center with about 600 m² (6,458 sq ft) of event space and two meeting rooms. Express check-in/out and complimentary wireless internet throughout the building.

Barlovento restaurant serves international and regional cuisine, including traditional Patagonian dishes, and features a bar/lounge. There's also a hotel café and bar, with room service available during limited hours—perfect for sipping while admiring Lake Argentino.