Parador Austral Lodge  

Out on the Carretera Austral in Patagonia Chilena, this cozy lodge sits next to General Carrera Lake with private access to Lago Negro (Black Lake). It’s about 12 km from Puerto Guadal and 238 km from Balmaceda Airport — perfect for a lakefront escape on the Ruta 7.

Small, rustic-chic lodging with three double rooms, each with a private bathroom, heating, a writing desk and a panoramic terrace. The shared Club House has a wood-burning stove, warm living-dining room, gas cooker and a huge terrace with sweeping lake, mountain and forest views. Unique perks include complete fly-fishing equipment and boats for guests who want to cast off.

Sauna, library and BBQ area. Family-friendly playrooms for kids and a tour assistance desk for excursions like canopy, trekking and horseback riding. Free parking, concierge services and a safe-deposit box. Wake up to lake-breeze mornings and step straight into native forest trails.

On-site cafeteria, restaurant and bar service (open until 21:00). Snack on cheese-and-jam platters, sandwiches, coffee or pair a simple meal with local wine or a cold beer while watching the sunset from the terrace.