Alto Calafate Hotel

Nice views, room without wifi for days, a bit run down and slightly out of town but friendly staff, good breakfast and restaurant. As many options in Calafate will probably not repeat. The glaciers are a must so going to Calafate is certainly a must.

Our travel agent booked us into this run down hotel outside town. The entire place needs a re-do. The big pool was nice and they offered a shuttle into town that runs from 3 pm to 11 pm. Luckily, it is a cheap uber ride. The rooms lack sound proofing so you hear everyone coming/going. I think there would be much nicer places in town that are more convenient to restaurants.

The room was well provided, comfortable, immaculate and well serviced. However, it was stiflingly hot with no fan or a/c and even with the window wide open, there was little relief. The staff were nice, keen and helpful but the language barrier caused many misunderstandings which we did overcome one way or another. They tended to be slow though which was a little irksome. For all that, I enjoyed my stay. There is nothing in the immediate vicinity so for a change the free shuttle bus runs regularly to town.

Location is a selling point. Fantastic views , including from bedroom window. Also only a 30 minute walk into town centre ( going just head for the Christmas treee that you can see on horizon but is up hill coming back. ) or book onto free hotel shuffle bus. Staff are all helpful, Friendly and very professional. My spainish is not great but I got by . The public rooms are well presented and stylish. The view from the pool best ive ever seen. The spa area nice snd pool lovely and warm .Although the steam room was not working and sauna not very hot. Can get a robe ftom spa. The restaurant/bar opens until midnight . I eat here one night out of my 4 nights. The food was very good. I had lamb stew. A bit Pricey but good quality and worth it. Wine also good and normal hotel prices. Breakfast was typical Argentina type of breakfast fare but quality was better than some other places. Nicely presented, wide selection. What let it down a little was the bedroom. It was a large room, bed was very comfy , everything you need was there but a little tired , needs a refresh . Slight damp musty smell, tap dripped in bath. The room was nice with fab views but not as stylish as rest of hotel. Over all a very good hotel. Super professional staff . I would like to come back.