The Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate is the best destination for honeymooners looking for a perfect blend of romance, luxury, and modern facilities in the heart of Patagonia. This charming hotel offers breathtaking views of El Calafate, the Andes Mountains, and Argentino Lake, making it the ideal setting for a romantic holiday. This hotel is conveniently positioned in the center of El Calafate, about 70 kilometers from the famous Perito Moreno Glacier.
A Romantic Oasis with Scenic Views:
From the moment you arrive at Esplendor, you’ll be captivated by the breathtaking views that surround the hotel. The city of El Calafate, the majestic Andes Mountains, and the sparkling Argentino Lake create an enchanting backdrop that sets the stage for your romantic adventure in Patagonia.
Contemporary Comfort with Patagonian Flair:
The guest rooms at Esplendor combine modern conveniences with Patagonian décor to offer an elegant and comfortable space where you can relax and unwind. The ambiance is designed to provide a sense of place, allowing you to connect with the culture and nature of Patagonia while enjoying all the comforts of modern life.
Indulgence and Relaxation at Your Fingertips:
Esplendor’s tranquil spa is the perfect place for you and your partner to unwind and indulge in soothing treatments. Whether you’re enjoying a couples’ massage or simply taking a dip in the spa’s serene atmosphere, it’s the ideal space to pamper yourselves.
Culinary Delights Await:
The on-site restaurant at Esplendor offers gourmet cuisine that will delight your taste buds. Savor the flavors of Patagonia while enjoying a romantic dinner with your loved one. The restaurant’s culinary offerings are designed to complement the beauty of the surroundings.
Event Space for Special Gatherings:
Should you wish to celebrate your love with family and friends, the hotel’s elegant event space provides the perfect setting for gatherings. Whether it’s an intimate celebration or a larger event, the space can be tailored to meet your needs.
Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate is a place where romance and modern comfort come together to create an unforgettable honeymoon experience in Patagonia. The stunning views, comfortable accommodations, and fine dining options make it a haven for couples seeking both relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re exploring the captivating landscapes, pampering yourselves at the spa, or enjoying a romantic dinner, every moment here is filled with love and enchantment.
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Reviews of Esplendor
Comfortable hotel with a couple of drawbacks
Travel Date: February 28, 2025
Beautiful and comfortable lobby with decent breakfast and gorgeous lake view. Great location to walk to the town. There is no AC, but with the window open it is pleasant. We asked for a fan that never arrived. When the windows are open in the room with the lake view,...
Beautiful and comfortable lobby with decent breakfast and gorgeous lake view. Great location to walk to the town. There is no AC, but with the window open it is pleasant. We asked for a fan that never arrived. When the windows are open in the room with the lake view, the homeowners below keep their dogs fenced in their yard all night and multiple dogs barked all night long.
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Elevated experience in El Calafate
Travel Date: December 31, 2024
This is by far El Calafate's swankiest boutique hotel that combines modern design with the natural beauty of Patagonia. The interior boasts an "elevated mountain lodge" vibe, featuring spacious, comfortable rooms with relaxing color schemes and elegant flat-screen TVs. A perfect place to spend the evening after a hard day...
This is by far El Calafate's swankiest boutique hotel that combines modern design with the natural beauty of Patagonia. The interior boasts an "elevated mountain lodge" vibe, featuring spacious, comfortable rooms with relaxing color schemes and elegant flat-screen TVs. A perfect place to spend the evening after a hard day in the mountains!
LOCATION:Situated near El Calafate's Libertador Avenue, the hotel offers stunning views of Lake Argentino and the surrounding mountains. It's conveniently located within a 10-minute walk to the main street, providing easy access to local shops and restaurants.
DINE + DRINK: they have a lovely bar near the lobby.The restaurant serves excellent breakfast with high quality ingredients that is worth waking up for!
ROOM: We stayed in Room 211 , so this review is based on that; SIZE: Spacious enough for 2 adults and simple baggage; VIEW: Sweet views of the lovely lake and the mountains at a distance from the windows; AIR-CON: No Air conditioner, but the room got cool enough in the night;; BED: Comfortable bed that played the expected part of putting us to sleep; BATHROOM:Good sized bathroom with a Stand-in shower; TOILETRIES: good Spa quality toiletries
FACILITIES: No Gym or Pool on site
SERVICE: Friendly staff that cared for all our needs with a smile and made us feel at home and well taken care of.
HOW WIRED YOU WILL BE: Free Wi-Fi that works well all over the property, and the speed is good! Medium sized Smart TV dishing out a wide variety of channels spanning sports, news, music, movies, and entertainment primarily in Spainsh
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Travel Date: December 31, 2024
The hospitality of the staff is amazing. I enquired about the lake view and got a free upgrade. The room is very spacious and the view .. I repeat, the view is just amazing. It’s like a 5-8min walk to the Main Street, and being in a hill gives all...
The hospitality of the staff is amazing. I enquired about the lake view and got a free upgrade.
The room is very spacious and the view .. I repeat, the view is just amazing.
It’s like a 5-8min walk to the Main Street, and being in a hill gives all the views.
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Convenient and comfortable.
Travel Date: October 31, 2024
We booked 4 nights directly with this hotel. They confirmed our reservation promptly. The hotel responds promptly to emails- requests and questions. Staff are pleasant and always ready to help. The service was excellent. Our check-in/out was quick and hassle free. The lobby is very spacious with lots of seating...
We booked 4 nights directly with this hotel. They confirmed our reservation promptly. The hotel responds promptly to emails- requests and questions. Staff are pleasant and always ready to help. The service was excellent. Our check-in/out was quick and hassle free. The lobby is very spacious with lots of seating areas. Our room was spacious and clean, and everything worked well. Bed and pillows were comfortable. There is a bit of road noise, but it did not disrupt our sleep. The room has a safe but no coffee maker or hot water pot. Wi-Fi connection was good throughout the property. Bath amenities are sufficient. Breakfast is included. It is self-service. A simple start with scrambled eggs, ham/cheese, hot/cold beverages, fruits, pastries, and cereals. Enough for a good start in the morning. The hotel is about a 15-minute walk to the town center. There are sidewalks, mostly flat except the hill where the hotel is located. Overall, this is a good place to stay in El Calafate. Most tours offer pick-ups at this hotel. It's about a 20-minute drive from the airport.
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Travel Date: September 30, 2024
We spent only two nights in El Calafate and staying at Esplendor was the perfect way to get a view of the town and lake while staying within walking distance of all the main restaurants, shops, and the lake. We had an early trip to see the Perito Moreno Glacier...
We spent only two nights in El Calafate and staying at Esplendor was the perfect way to get a view of the town and lake while staying within walking distance of all the main restaurants, shops, and the lake.
We had an early trip to see the Perito Moreno Glacier and breakfast at the hotel was the perfect way to prepare for the long day ahead! We also had an early departure to the airport the next day (6:30am) but still had time to get breakfast in before we left.
The room was beautiful - we loved the mountain aesthetic and had a direct view of the lake and mountains from our room.
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Ok hotel. The other reviews are accurate
Travel Date: March 31, 2024
The reviews are accurate other than the one outlier that says it is the best place ever ! An ok hotel. Too hot and no air con ( they did provide a fan ). Pillows lumpy . Bed comfortable. Reception nice. Bar mostly unmanned and a trauma when they find...
The reviews are accurate other than the one outlier that says it is the best place ever !
An ok hotel. Too hot and no air con ( they did provide a fan ). Pillows lumpy . Bed comfortable.
Reception nice. Bar mostly unmanned and a trauma when they find someone.
Breakfast ran out of bacon. The begrudgingly made some more. Prior day was cold.
At dinner we wanted a burger ( on the bar menu ) but the bar was empty and unmanned so we asked to have it in the restaurant ( which was mostly empty ). Yes fine. Next person comes along. 2 burgers please. You can only order that at the bar. Mouth dropped. They did in the end agree.
It is 10 min to town which has a nice selection of restaurants. 15 min back uphill so not a quick pop out to eat out after a long excursion.
It is provably the best option in town but I would prefer a lesser option closer to the centre as the walk is quite lengthy.
The glacier is worth a visit.
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Travel Date: February 29, 2024
We stayed here for 3 nights. It’s a nice hotel with friendly staff. It’s the small things that bother me like on the 2nd floor at the elevator only the up button can be pressed. At breakfast, at 09:00 when we came for breakfast the eggs were cold. The next...
We stayed here for 3 nights. It’s a nice hotel with friendly staff. It’s the small things that bother me like on the 2nd floor at the elevator only the up button can be pressed. At breakfast, at 09:00 when we came for breakfast the eggs were cold. The next day we had a pickup at 07:10 and they said breakfast starts at 06;00. I guess nobody told the kitchen staff. They only put out the food at 06:25 and the eggs were cold. The 3rd day we went down at 06:20 and everyone still had to wait for them. And guess what, the eggs were cold.
The rooms are nice and you have a nice view from the room to lake Argentina.
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Travel Date: December 31, 2023
The hotel shows well in pictures but is getting tired. The rooms are small and do not have air conditioning which was a challenge. You can open your window but may not get wind and may instead hear noises from venues around the hotel. The towels were old, worn and...
The hotel shows well in pictures but is getting tired. The rooms are small and do not have air conditioning which was a challenge. You can open your window but may not get wind and may instead hear noises from venues around the hotel. The towels were old, worn and scratchy, the pillows were terrible and there were limited toiletries and no tea kettle or coffee maker. For a ‘luxury’ hotel it was missing ‘the luxury’. Some of the desk staff were quite nice but others were definitely lacking in customer service. They treated us like we were an inconvenience and were not particularly welcoming. We had arrived ahead of the strict 2 pm check in time but were given keys anyway, and after we returned from lunch in town we were scolded for already having our keys because they ‘never give them ahead of check in’. I like another person’s review where they indicated that the desk staff acted like they were running a hostel and not a hotel, and another where they suggested the staff were demoralized. This rang true. We had originally booked a return here after our hiking trip but cancelled and stayed elsewhere in El Calafate.
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Travel Date: December 31, 2023
We stayed for three nights at the hotel while visiting El Calafate. The lobby of the hotel is very spacious and inviting. The restaurant staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was fine, pastries, eggs, some fresh fruit, and juices. The coffee is a little out of control super black! The...
We stayed for three nights at the hotel while visiting El Calafate. The lobby of the hotel is very spacious and inviting. The restaurant staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was fine, pastries, eggs, some fresh fruit, and juices. The coffee is a little out of control super black! The front staff don’t speak the best English if you absolutely don’t speak the language at all. The area around the hotel I felt safe and fine but there aren’t any shops or restaurants close by. Walking to the main street just takes about ten minutes and we didn’t find it a big deal to walk, and the city always felt safe. The biggest issue was our room. 101. Do not stay in 101! We actually paid extra to stay in this room, I’m not sure why but there were multiple issues. The keys consistently did not work to the door. It often took up to five minutes to get inside our room. Paying extra you would expect a view. The window faces uphill, So all we got a view of was a roof, and a street no view of the lake, the city or anything of any interest. The room had no drawers so there was no place to keep your clothes besides your suitcase. The TV is small and the remote hardly worked. Thankfully we really didn’t spend much time in the room, but it certainly was not worth the cost, let alone extra cost of an upgrade.
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The best place in town to stay
Travel Date: October 31, 2023
A beautiful hotel. Great swim area and bar. Eggs and sweets for breakfast and also boxed lunches for day trips. We had a great check in and a poor checkout so that is the only reason I am not giving this place a perfect 5. Walkable to everywhere.
Travel Date: October 31, 2023
A nice hotel the offered a good service, with nice rooms and excellent breakfast - If you want to eat at its restaurant, make sure you book a table or you may miss out (if you go in high season) . It even has a nice hot water pool!
Travel Date: April 30, 2023
There was an issue with the lift where the door was left open for over a day hanging half. The rooms keys keep loosing the settings and every time we left the room they have to be reconfigured. Horrible customer service by the evening host named Carlos.
Travel Date: April 30, 2023
This hotel is tired and everything feels like hard work. Our keys have stopped working more times then I care to count, no possibility of coffee at early or late hours. The hotel is out of the way and a taxi ride or walk up or down a steep hill...
This hotel is tired and everything feels like hard work. Our keys have stopped working more times then I care to count, no possibility of coffee at early or late hours. The hotel is out of the way and a taxi ride or walk up or down a steep hill to anywhere. The lift was broken for a day and almost open so a little dangerous
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Would-be 4-star hotel comes up short.
Travel Date: March 31, 2023
On a hill above the town but inconvenient for both walkers and drivers (an 8-car gravel parking lot), this Wyndham property feels tired. There is nothing of appeal in the neighborhood and the exterior and surrounding streets made you uneasy even before entering. Yes, it has a restaurant and spa,...
On a hill above the town but inconvenient for both walkers and drivers (an 8-car gravel parking lot), this Wyndham property feels tired. There is nothing of appeal in the neighborhood and the exterior and surrounding streets made you uneasy even before entering. Yes, it has a restaurant and spa, spacious lobby, and view toward the lake, but dinners are mediocre, the breakfast buffet fine but not memorable, the view as much of dirty streets and dilapidated buildings as the lake in the distance, and the room poorly arranged to take advantage of the limited space and overheated by the sun on a clear day. The hotel brags of its multilingual, helpful staff; we encountered only shortages of either.
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