Design Suites Calafate
Calle 598 Numero 190, Playa Lago Argentino, El Calafate, Argentina
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The Design Suites luxury hotel mini-chain operates several successful properties in Argentina, but this particular boutique, situated in the far-flung reaches of Patagonia, distinguishes itself with a design by the renowned architect Carlos Ott. His thoroughly contemporary creation mixes eco-friendly functionality with quirky cool: the exterior’s smooth glass and blond wood contrast with the rugged granite of the asymmetrical structure, and inside, rough planks of driftwood serve as coffee tables in front of utterly fashionable leather couches.
The environmentally conscious spin was motivated, no doubt, by the hotel’s location, near some of the world’s most visually striking glaciers, and pristine glassy lakes that stretch further than the eye can see. The well-appointed hotel takes full advantage of Patagonia’s natural wonders — Design Suites faces out to one of the lakes, and daily excursions cart awestruck guests to see truck-sized chunks of ice fall off a glacier — and, in turn, the hotel serves as one of the only design-minded accommodation options in this remote region.
Sixty guest rooms, all outfitted in earth tones and forest green, feature sophisticated decor and pared-down furnishings like updated sixties-style desk chairs and reading lamps that look like they just won first prize at a design fair. While standard rooms face the dusty steppe, the pricier suites offer sweeping views of the lake through the picture windows. Like other Design Suites properties, this branch comes complete with an art gallery, restaurant, fitness center, and free wireless internet access.
Please note: Design Suites Calafate will be closed from May 1st until September 1st.
- 60 Rooms
- Style: Cutting-Edge
- Atmosphere: Quiet
- 3 Guest Reviews
- Design Suites Calafate
- Calle 598 Numero 190, Playa Lago Argentino
- El Calafate, Argentina
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour gym
- Bar
- Boardroom
- Business center
- Central air conditioning
- Free parking
- Free wi-fi
- Indoor swimming pool
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- No pets allowed
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Sauna
- Spa
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3 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Joanna
- Stayed January 2013
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
We were given the room with the mountain view. The room was hot and the window only opened two inches. We were on the first floor facing the road exiting the entrance the hotel.
there was no AC in the room but the staff did bring in a floor unit which has a tube which is place out the window. Very noisy! I spoke with the front desk and we were moved to a room facing the lake.
What the hotel could do better:
good service.
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- Loren(zo)
- Stayed December 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Great service and price, stunning landscape out the bedroom window.
What the hotel could do better:
Like many buildings in Patagonia, they're generous with heat in Design Suites. Better than being cold, certainly, but it took some time to cool down our room to a comfortable sleeping temperature.
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- Stefanie
- Stayed February 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
magic location, quiet and overlooking a stunning blue glacial lake.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
