El Chalten Hotels: The Best Hotels in Town

Jun 23
08:31

2010

Matthew Barker

Matthew Barker

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Book a great El Chalten hotel in Patagonia, Argentina, with travel advice from a Argentina travel expert at Argentina For Less.

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El Chalten is a tiny little town at the foot of the famous trekker’s playground,El Chalten Hotels: The Best Hotels in Town Articles Los Glacieres National Park. It’s situated near the Rio de las Vueltas and Rio Fitz Roy, and it affords scenic views of both the rivers and mountains. Mount Fitz Roy is the most popular trekking destination, but Lago Viedma and Glacier Viedma are also popular.

Throughout the town you’ll find transfers to and from the most popular trailheads, and you have several options to book guided tours. But if you’re looking for where to spend the night while you prepare for your treks, or after a long day of hiking, here are some insider’s tips for the best places to stay in or near downtown El Chalten.

Hotesteria Senderos is situated on the banks of the Rio de las Vueltas. Its vintage farmhouse style frame is telling of the charm and hospitality well-known in Southern Patagonia. There are 21 rooms, all with wood furnishings and comfy beds. For breakfast you can enjoy an American-style buffet. Other services include a wine bar, library, lounge with cozy fireplace, and laundry. Transfers and excursions are available, including horseback riding. The staff speak English.

Posada Lunajuim is also near the Rio de las Vueltas. It has 30 rooms, all with comfy goose down quilts and soft sheets. The windows are all have thermo panels, keeping the rooms warm at night, and there are views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. There is an American-style breakfast served. The bar is open 24 hours and has a wide selection of regional wines. Laundry, safe deposit boxes, a library, and car rental services are all available. Trekking and excursion options are also available.

Complejo Kalenshen is also well located, as it lies on the margin of downtown closest to Cerro Torre. The 17 guest rooms all have hand crafted cypress wood touches. There are six cottages available as well, each with room for two or six people, and each offering a private little garden. The fine restaurant serves from a traditional Patagonia menu. The bar makes homemade liquors. Breakfast is American-style. Facilities include a reading room, internet, room service, parking, luggage storage, and excursions.