Estancia La Estela

Estancia La Estela Nature lodge in Santa Cruz Province

About this nature lodge rental

Nestled in Santa Cruz Province, this lovely nature lodge for $88 per night is a great choice for your next break. Set in a manor house overlooking the Viedma Lake, Estancia La Estela features a restaurant and a stable. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and breakfast services. La Leona Petrified Wood is 15 km away.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

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Estancia La Estela

4.8

Outstanding(175 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Santa Cruz Province

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for pets

$$$$

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Santa Cruz Province

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(175 Reviews)

100% verified reviews

10.0

Apr 2024

La Estella è il luogo perfetto per vivere la Patagonia. Una location meravigliosa e un’accoglienza straordinaria! Grazie

Tutto.

Niente

10.0

Apr 2023

Exceptional

setting was beyond what we expected! so close to major sites, yet far enough to feel like the perfect escape! room was huge and so comfortable! staff was so kind and patient and helpful! the food was INCREDIBLE! wish we could have stayed longer!

10.0

Mar 2023

Pura vida!

The attention of the staff was one of the best we have encountered in our travels. The horse ride and parrillada is not to be missed.

10.0

Mar 2023

Absolutely fantastic remote little gem

We liked everything! I travel a lot (business and leisure), and this was the best “hotel” I ever stayed at. Beautiful landscapes and views, comfortable cabins and rooms, welcoming bar and restaurant areas (each are their own little house) with always friendly staff. A special thanks to the hostess, Nicole, who was always reachable via WhatsApp and immediately addressed any concerns & requests. Another special thanks to the owner, Carlos, who we had some wonderful conversations with.

That we had to leave after “only” four (4) nights 😉

9.0

Feb 2023

Fantastic stay and horseriding

The Estancia is lovingly well kept, we had a comfortable 2-night stay. The view overlooking Lago Viedma is fantastic. Horse riding here is not to be missed - exploring the beautiful surrounds on horseback and having a delicious woodfired steak sandwich cooked by our guides was very memorable for us. The Estancia is somewhat on the halfway point between El Calafate and El Chalten, so we did a day trip to El Chalten on our second day.

None at all, we loved everything!

9.0

Feb 2023

a real get away.

Staff were very friendly and helpful. room very comfortable. location was remote and beautiful

10.0

Jan 2023

we only had one night here, shared dinner with other guests from around the world. had a lovely night.

The property had so much charm, lovely staff, no complaints

Nothing

10.0

Jan 2023

Highly, highly recommend this wonderful place!

Estancia La Estala is a *breathtaking* property -- right on the edge of the gorgeous Lago Viedma, with Fitz Roy and environs in the background. (We found out it's a sister property of the famed La Leona Lodge, right across the road.) Our family of four enjoyed horseback riding (with delish outdoor lunch at a little outbuilding down the beach), as well as playing pool with fabulous cocktails, telescope views of the Andes, and hikes along the lakeshore. Breakfasts were delicious, rooms were comfortable, dinners were outstanding -- a simply perfect stay. With the peso fluctuating, if you pay in USD you'll receive a substantial discount. All meals, tours booked through La Estela, and additional amenities are charged in USD -- it'll feel like you're paying premium compared to other expenses in Argentina, but remember -- nearly every single resource must be brought to the site (except produce grown in the greenhouse)! and everything is top notch. It still felt like a tremendous value. You'll be about halfway between El Calafate and El Chalten -- we rented a car and loved the 1+ hour drive to each of the towns for our daily excursions. (Recommend booking a canoe or boat-level tour of the Perito Moreno Glacier ahead, though the visitor center is wonderful too. Also, get trail maps of Fitz Roy so you can choose hiking routes out of El Chalten that match your energy & ability level.) I *believe* La Estela offers rides for you to and from the El Calafate airport, but if you can muster it, you'll definitely want your own transportation so that you can use the Estancia as home base. We happened to be there during the World Cup final and watched the game with joyful locals in El Chalten — La Estela also hosted a viewing party for staff and guests, however — we heard it was wonderful! Highly, highly recommend this wonderful place!

7.0

Jan 2023

Good

Location is excellent, staff is friendly and horseriding is a great activity to do here. They could add some more activities like MTB, kayak, ... That would be amazing. View from your room is amazing.

Room not as clean as we liked. Food was unfortunately not up to standard for a place like this, which is really unfortunate. For example breakfast nothing was fresh. Dinner when you order a steak they don't ask how you want it cooked :(.

10.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

surroundings

nothing as such

3.0

Jan 2023

Unfortunate Stay. No Estancia feeling.

We were, like all other guests, very confused and unsatisfied about everything at this place. It’s unfortunately not up to the basic standard to host international guests, let alone offer a luxury feeling.

gas leak. dinner promised at 8pm but wasn’t ready till 9:30pm. (that’s was for 4 couples) 4 couples, strangers, had to share one dinner table. only one dinner table was available for us. lack of staff. only one young lady works at reception, kitchen, bar, tour, and cleaning… room not cleaned, a pile of sands have been by the bed for 2 days. room was freezing. very poor breakfast. no hot water one night. came here for luxury and estancia feelings, but not much service since no one around, didn’t see a single horse or sheep. very sad. List goes on…

10.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

this was a great estancia in an amazing location. the views of the mountains were incredible. food was good and the staff were really friendly and helpful. there is a really nice communal sitting room/games area which was cosy and the bedrooms were comfortable with great views.

10.0

Jan 2023

Amazing Stay

Absolutely great location with incredible views of the Viedma Lake and the mount Fitz Roy. Many thanks to Nicole, the hostess, who was very welcoming, attentive and made us feel completely at home. Breakfasts and, particularly dinners were really good. If/when we are in the area again, we will definitely choose Estancia La Estela for our accommodation again.

9.0

Dec 2022

Amazing Patagonian Ranch

We stayed at La Estela for 2 nights over Christmas and loved every minute of it! The property has stunning views of the Lake Viedma, River La Leona and on a clear day Mount Fitzroy. The staff are incredibly welcoming and make you feel like family. The dinners were delicious with a typical asado and salads with veggies from their greenhouse. The apple dessert is divine! Nice bar and lounge area for gathering. Excellent Wi-Fi (the best we’ve had in Argentina). Definitely go for a horseback ride, the views and accompanying dogs make for a memorable adventure. Our room was spacious with plenty of storage space and views from bed.

8.0

Dec 2022

beautiful wilderness

the longer you stay there the more you appreciate the views. in comparison with properties in town we thought the place was good value for money. we didn’t try the horse riding due to the winds and we not being hardy enough.

Beds would have benefited from some thick duvets as we found it cold on the first night. Had to sleep fully clothed - given extra blankets the second night. Also, as another review has mentioned the shared table for dining was a bit uncomfortable- travellers from all over the world do not necessarily want to be forced to sit with each other- Many of us chose the estancia for its isolation… the bar next door is a good place for people to socialise if they so wish.

8.0

Dec 2022

Very good

Nice hideaway in the middle of nowhere, although not a working estancia as such.

Be prepared to pay a steep price for absolutely anything outside of the rate. Felt a bit taken advantage of by being in the middle of nowhere, which was not a great feeling. And no fridge in the room which was a bit of a surprise.

10.0

Dec 2022

peaceful break with vistas to forever!

Nicole, our hostess, was fabulous-we LOVED her!!!!!

10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional stay

Nicole's kindness and helpfulness, the beauty of the place, everything

9.0

Apr 2022

Superb

Such a beautiful, beautiful location! Nothing else like it around Lake Viedma - woke up to a beautiful sunrise right from our window. Impeccable location, and lovely staff! Would definitely stay here again :) thank you for the stay

The cups / mugs weren't that clean in the room and there were 1-2 loose hairs lying around in the bathroom.

10.0

Apr 2022

excellent!

amazing property, nice and helpful staff. it made our trip so much nicer!

10.0

Mar 2022

One of the best locations in Patagonia with great horse riding!

Most romantic and perfect location overlooking Lago Viedma and the mountains of Cerro Torre and Fitzroy Very nice rooms with great views Excellent food a la carte at night Horse riding was a once in a lifetime experience super friendly dogs super competent manager/host

no complaints whatsoever!

10.0

Mar 2022

Best stay we’ve had while traveling South America

Amazing setting, overlooking the lake and mount fitz Roy and excellent, friendly service. Can recommend the activities they offer as well!

10.0

Feb 2022

blissful!

Stunning location, great services, kind staff

8.0

Feb 2022

Remote, beautiful and welcoming ranch in Patagonia

The staff. Diana and Christian are the true stars of la Estela. Some of the finest people we met during our trip in Argentina. They were so welcoming, accommodating and genuinely kind to us - Gracias por todo 🙏🏽

The price of the wine and the water were in dollars rather than Argentinian pesos which was rather surprising. It was especially disappointing to pay higher prices for Argentinian wine in Argentina than we would pay in Europe.

10.0

Jan 2022

Living in luxury on rugged and vast Patagonian Estancia.

We loved everything about this spectacular estancia! The rustic room was comfortable, had an amazing view of Mt FitzRoy and Lake Viedma, a good bathroom with tub & shower. The custom built dining facilities and relaxation room with full bar were absolutely top notch. A resident chef, amazing service, a greenhouse of fresh greens and vegetables. You could just relax or avail of a broad range of activities on site, rafting, horseback riding, gourmet cookouts near a very photogenic beach and dune lands, tours of badlands and petrified forest, wow! Native wildflowers and birds everywhere. But best of all was the warm hospitality shown by the staff, I did not expect to find such a first class experience at this remote but idyllic location. We didn’t want to leave! It is also a good base for trips to El Chalten, and up and down the famous Ruta 40. This place changed my whole attitude about Argentina. What a great experience.I

It is a little remote, but that is also its strength and really, it’s main attraction. We loved everything and everybody at this spectacular place.

9.0

Jan 2022

Superb

The location was really beautiful. Staff exceptional

10.0

Nov 2021

The fine way of enjoying the beautiful patagonian landscape and warm hospitality!

An absolutely amazing place! The hosts were very welcoming and the rooms had all the comfort one could wish for. Situated in the most breathtaking patagonian landscape looking out on the Leona river, this is a stay you will never forget!

9.6

Feb 2020

Fantastic place!

Very good location between El Calafate and El Chalten, it takes about 1 hour 15 mins to drive to El Chalten from the estancia. The view of the mountains from the estancia is fantastic, so is the lake beach you can walk to from the house which is totally wild and unspoilt. Every building at the estancia is beautifully constructed and furnished with big windows to enjoy the view. I thought the food was excellent, the cook is a very good chef. We were lucky to have one clear night with no clouds during our stay and the night sky was unbelievable, you can see the Milky Way and the stars were so bright. Thanks so much for an amazing stay in a fantastic place!

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Santa Cruz Province?

The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz Province is $63 per night. This rental is $25 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Estancia La Estela. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Estancia La Estela pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Estancia La Estela?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.

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Estancia La Estela

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Santa Cruz Province

Estancia La Estela

Nature lodge in Santa Cruz Province

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Santa Cruz Province

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Santa Cruz Province?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Estancia La Estela pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Estancia La Estela?

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