Hosteria El Pilar

Hosteria El Pilar

Ruta Provincial 23 km 17, El Chalten Z9301AAE Argentina
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#5 of 20 hotels in El Chalten
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Pioneer in the Valle del RĂ­o de las Vueltas and surrounded by a thick forest of native trees we find the recreation of an antique Patagonian country house, similar to the ones inhabited by the pioneers who populated the Patagonia. Upon entering we perceive a warm and cosy climate where creaking wood may be heard burning in the great main chimney. The bar, the dining room, the library are all of free access to guests, who will feel as if they were at home. There is also a deck, an ideal corner located in the east wing of the house and protected from the winds, where guests will enjoy a sunny afternoon.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free breakfast
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Hiking
Board games / puzzles
Books, DVDs, music for children
Non-smoking hotel
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Room features
Clothes rack
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

Location

Ruta Provincial 23 km 17, El Chalten Z9301AAE Argentina
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Rob and Claire R wrote a review Mar 18
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
5.0 of 5 bubbles
On a recent hiking trip through Patagonia, Hosteria El Pilar stood out as our favorite lodging for a variety of reasons. The location was superb with lots of hiking possibilities and unrivaled views. The hospitality could not have been more warm and gracious with Christina, Guillermo and their staff always available and welcoming. The food was beyond a doubt the best of our trip... every day for four days. Unique tasty dinners (with out of this world desserts by Christina), cooked to order delicious breakfasts, and lunches made to order for take away with home made snacks. the room was great and the common areas warm and inviting. We will never forget El Pilar!!
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Date of stay: March 2025
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Sallie P wrote a review Nov 2023
Los Angeles, California
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
As we drove from the airport of El Calafate to El Chalten, we thought that no scenery ever anywhere could possibly be this beautiful. The snow-covered mountains literally glowed, and the lakes and fields looked like they were crafted from a fairy tale. When our driver went through the little city of El Chalten and entered a gravel road, we thought surely he was lost. After several miles on the gravel road, we finally came to our cozy boutique hotel. At that point, our jaws needed lifting off the ground. El Pilar is on a gorgeous stream and smack dab in the center of the most magnificent scenery we've ever experienced. There are no words to describe our astonishment when we saw that our bedroom window directly faced Fitz Roy, the actual mountain that the Patagonia clothing logo is based on. The hiking right out the door is beyond legendary (we hiked 10 miles one day and 11 the next), and every single other aspect of El Pilar is EVERY bit as special. The remarkable hosts, Christine and Guillermo were utterly accommodating and charming, and the inclusive 3 meals a day were as delicious as any restaurant we've ever enjoyed anywhere! The other guests we met were from all over the world, and were all totally engaging and lovely. El Pilar is like no other experience on Earth, and it was not only the highlight of Argentina, but one of the absolute highlights of our travels around the world....ever!
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Date of stay: November 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience!
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AHROARAH wrote a review Nov 2022
Aurora, Canada
4.0 of 5 bubbles
It was early in the season but our hosts were very organized, the rooms were very comfortable and the meals were excellent. Wine was priced so well, and there was lots of flexibility in when we enjoyed our meals. We were very well located to the best hiking and views were 10/10!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Kate wrote a review Dec 2022
Aylesbury, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Such a beautiful authentic hosteria right at the head of several trails. Christina and Guillermo were so helpful and friendly and their food was amazing. Many things were homegrown or homemade and it is as eco friendly as possible. The views of Fitzroy were incredible.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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ixila wrote a review Dec 2024
Unterseen, Switzerland
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Treat yourself to at least 3 days in seclusion. If the weather is not right for the famous tour "Lago de los tres", they have some "leeway".
The location of the hotel is secluded - and therefore ideal. The first 2h of 3h (or more) hike to Lake de los tres leads through a beautiful forest overlooking a glacier. This route is much less traveled than the "main road" from El Chaltén. This is much more enjoyable, especially in peak season.
Guillermo and Cristina run the house with 19 (?) Beds with lots of love and enthusiasm. Everything is very personal, but never intrusive.
The staff speaks good English.
Internet is available. If this does not work, Guillermo will replace the search engine Google 100%. He knows everything and explains and supports you with a lot of (real) dedication.
The hotel was great value for money. Better than the many lower-class hostels in El Chaltén, but cheaper than the overpriced high-end houses.
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Date of stay: November 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Bob4er wrote a review Jan 2020
Evanston, Illinois
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We greatly enjoyed spending two full days here in the middle of the mountains. The popular day hike to Campamento Poincenot and (if you're ambitious) Laguna de Los Tres starts outside the door, and we could see the famous peaks each morning from our window. Another day we did a different hike that starts about 1 km further down the road.

Since it's an isolated spot, we relied on the Hosteria for our meals, which were wonderful. Breakfasts are included, packed lunches are available, and for dinner you can choose from a menu of several delicious items. Our room and the common areas were very pleasant and were great for relaxing after a strenuous day. The proprietors were unfailingly helpful and gave us all the advice we needed on trekking options.

If you don't want to rent a car, you can take a bus from El Calafate to El Chalten (we used Lengas) and then continue on route 23 (it becomes a gravel road at that point) by taxi to the Hosteria. Also after your trek to Poincenot, for variety you can hike downhill into the town and then take a taxi back.
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Date of stay: December 2019
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: We particularly liked our room on the upper floor on the side facing Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.
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FromMunich wrote a review Jan 2020
Munich, Germany
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Couldnt have chosen a better place to spend our Christmas at! Setting and design of the little Hosteria make this already very special, hover the hospitality of Guillermo, his wife and staff turn this place into a true gem. Food was very good - enough choices to always find something for everybody. And nothing beats a beer after the hike in front of the house or a drink at night in front of the fireplace. Best place we found during our trip!
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Date of stay: December 2019
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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rtw20142015 wrote a review Apr 2020
Espoo, Finland
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This lovely and charming Hosteria was the most memorable of our tour in Patagonia. Chris and Guillermo were such a wonderful hosts for the 4 nights we stayed in El Chalten. The fire in the fireplace was always set right from the morning until the bed time, the help and guidance we got to plan the days activities and hikes, the best ever dinners and wines in this small private setting, like being home:). No TV , no Internet connection, and that was not needed!

Love to come back one day, thankyou!!:):)
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Date of stay: December 2019
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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yadkin wrote a review Feb 2020
Concord, NC
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed here two nights with a group doing some hiking around El Chalten, and wish we could have stayed longer. Cris and Guillermo welcome you as if you were family, and the entire staff is kind and attentive. The location is amazing - just feet from the river and right on the trail to La Laguna de los Tres. Food was wonderful, rooms are spacious and you wake up every morning to those views of the mountains! It's a ways outside of town, but that is a good thing as you will think you are visiting relatives in the mountains.
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Date of stay: January 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: upper floor has the best view of the mountains
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WDCQ wrote a review Jan 2020
Singapore
5.0 of 5 bubbles
They are selling themselves short by calling it a hostel. In reality it’s a cozy boutique hotel with 10 spacious en suite rooms in the most perfect surroundings. William and Cristina are extremely warm and helpful, and at the same time chill. I had the most wonderful stay.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
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Answer from Hosteria El Pilar
El Chalten, Argentina
I'm sorry! Maybe is too late...We open nevember 1st and close april 1st. You can contact us in our email Kind Regards!
Mike n asked a question Apr 2017
Chipstead, United Kingdom14 contributions18 helpful votes
How do I get into town from here can I walk
Answer from Hosteria El Pilar
El Chalten, Argentina
HI Mike! If you want to walk to town you can take laguna de los tres trail. To do that you will need abaout 31/2 or 4 hours. Otherwise, we can call you a taxi! Regards Cristina
DianneP1949 asked a question Feb 2016
Swansea, United Kingdom10 contributions2 helpful votes
As it's cash only, are we able to pay in US Dollars? What is average cost of an evening meal? Thanks!
Answer from Hosteria El Pilar
El Chalten, Argentina
Maybe is too late!...No problem with dollars...And one full meal .with 3 steps- is USD 38 per person! Regards
allison g asked a question Feb 2016
Brisbane, Australia61 contributions9 helpful votes
Hi there I was just wondering about how expensive the meals and lunches are at El Pilar?
Answer from Hosteria El Pilar
El Chalten, Argentina
Hi Allison! The full dinner (3 steps meal) is USD 38. About lunches, you can have a lunch to go for USD 17 or take one meal here for USD 18 to 22! Regards Cristina
Sallie P wrote a tip Nov 2023
Los Angeles, California372 contributions83 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience! "
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yadkin wrote a tip Feb 2020
Concord, NC183 contributions156 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"upper floor has the best view of the mountains"
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Bob4er wrote a tip Jan 2020
Evanston, Illinois70 contributions63 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We particularly liked our room on the upper floor on the side facing Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre."
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CourtneyMD wrote a tip Jan 2018
Auburn, Maine489 contributions302 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"first room on the right up the stairs has great Fitz Roy views"
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sicuani wrote a tip Dec 2017
Bridgeport, Connecticut260 contributions46 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"I suggest writing to Cristina and Guillermo at their website and asking them about what is available. ."
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PRICE RANGE
₱20,525 - ₱22,073 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
hosteria el pilar hotel el chalten, hosteria el pilar chalten
LOCATION
ArgentinaPatagoniaProvince of Santa CruzEl Chalten
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hosteria El Pilar
Which popular attractions are close to Hosteria El Pilar?
Nearby attractions include Laguna de los Tres (6.2 km), Laguna Capri (7.6 km), and Glaciar Piedras Blancas (3.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hosteria El Pilar?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Hosteria El Pilar?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hosteria El Pilar?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hosteria El Pilar?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Does Hosteria El Pilar have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
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