Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico

Hotels
8.4 (63 reviews)
Calle 605 N° 1164 , El Calafate , ar

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8.3
Service was generally appreciated, although a few guests had complaints about wait times.
Location
8.1
The hotel is located in close proximity to many key landmarks and public transport.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.2
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with some guests highlighting the gym and pool, while others mentioned the lack of spa services.
Value for Money
6.9
Some guests felt that the price was a bit high for the services offered, while others thought it was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and restaurant services were generally well-received, although a few guests thought there could be more variety.
Overall Experience
8
Most guests had a positive overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-28 15:58

Property Description

Regional Charm in Every Detail

Charming Accommodations: Experience the cozy regional style rooms at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico, each equipped with modern amenities for your comfort.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in the free regional breakfast with homemade treats and savor regional and international dishes at El Marqués restaurant.

Convenient Location and Services: With a prime location just a short walk from the commercial center, enjoy easy access to local attractions and take advantage of the 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and free parking.

Ready to experience the charm of Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico? Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note the based on local tax laws, all Argentinian citizens and resident foreigners must pay an additional fee (VAT) of 21%. Only foreigners who pay with a foreign credit card, debit card or via bank transfer are exempt from this 21% additional fee (VAT) in accommodations and breakfast when presenting a foreign passport or a foreign ID along with a supporting document handed by the national migrations authority, if applicable.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: FTE

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 63 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.3
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 8
J
Joyce young couple ca
8
We would love to stay again sometime.
Pros:

This is a hotel that feels like home. Nestor and his sons Tomas and Herman are friendly and welcoming and want to do everything to make your stay enjoyable. Delicious meals prepared by chef. Lots of space for parking.The beautiful view from the hill is of the lake and mountains. Very peaceful here.

Cons:

It fairly long walk to town. But still quite doable and taxis are inexpensive.

2025-03-24 via Nuitee
M
Miriam family with young children br
9
Superb
Pros:

Welcoming and extremely helpful staff. Good location and very beautiful views of Lago Argentino and the mountains in the distance. Clean and comfortable rooms.

2024-11-30 via Nuitee
C
Cha young couple ie
5
Ok
Pros:

Isolated and very far from the city centre, with nothing nearby. Its selling point is the Lago Argentina, but the view is just the west part of lagoon. To reach the hotel, you would need to walk uphill on a dusty road with loose gravel for 2km. Not ideal for ppl with heavy luggage unless with taxi.
A small room with a very very tiny bathroom. The rooms and the dining area are on same level, thus is noisy when guests are getting breakfasts before their morning tours (and dinner time too). Terrible wifi!
Overall, good value if trying to save cost and not fussy abt connection. Otherwise, i see many nicer options on Avenue de Libertor

Cons:

Location and wifi is terrible

2024-11-21 via Nuitee
Y
Yvette group nz
6
On a very windy dusty road 2km from town centre
Pros:

They do have a restaurant for dinner and you can buy drinks, but we didn't try that out. Good heating and hot shower.

Cons:

Not a great location, on a windy dusty road quite a distance from town and bus station. Very compact room, with virtually no room between twin beds and would be difficult for larger person to get into the bathroom. No elevator, so wouldn't suit less mobile people. Breakfast consisted of coffee, a small bit of toast, jam and a sweet croisant. Wifi kept dropping out.

2024-11-14 via Nuitee
S
Sarah young couple gb
10
Exceptional
2024-03-25 via Nuitee
J
Jake young couple gb
8
Very good
2024-02-05 via Nuitee
Z
Zuzanna young couple pl
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Everything was perfect! The family atmosphere at the hotel made our stay unforgettable! The panoramic view of El Calafate and Lago Argentino is totally breathtaking! The room was very comfortable and clean. The breakfast is very good and optionally you can also eat a delicious dinner. It's some distance from the city centre, but actually we really enjoyed the calm neighborhood. Muchas gracias por todo!

2024-01-25 via Nuitee
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Strombus young couple hu
8
Very good
Pros:

Quiet neighborhood, nice view to the lake. Comfortable room.
English is spoken.

Cons:

Breakfast was very basic. On the first morning there was a group before us, and their mess was left on the tables even half an hour after they left. There was no one to serve us or to clean the tables, so we ended up taking the leftover rolls, tiny portion of jam and butter from the used tables. Next day at least we could sit at a clean table, but the food was not any better or more.
We were recommended to go to a certain restaurant for dinner, "the owner's son's favorite place". It was a tourist trap with mediocre quality food. Probably it is his favorite because he gets a nice commission from them. There are many pleasant restaurants at much nicer locations, no need to accept the recommendation. The hotel's restaurant is open for dinner, but I would use that only as a last resort, the food looked very boring, and based on our breakfast experience, I would not expect good service either.

2023-05-11 via Nuitee
V
Vasile young couple us
10
Exceptional
2023-04-23 via Nuitee
W
Wagner young couple br
8
Very good
2023-03-23 via Nuitee
M
Martin young couple gb
9
Superb
Pros:

Beautiful view into the lake and very friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

Wi-Fi in our room unfortunately didn’t work and we had to go in the reception to use it. perhaps something to be improved.

2023-02-19 via Nuitee
E
Emir young couple hr
8
Very good
2023-02-15 via Nuitee
K
Kamali young couple ca
8
Very good
2023-02-12 via Nuitee
Z
Zenia Cristina
10
Increible lugar!!
Pros:

Muy buena atención de todos. Atentos a todos loa detalles.
El restaurante muy bueno.
La ubicacion del hotel es espectacular con una vista increible al lago argentino y los glaciares.

2020-03-13 via Nuitee
M
Miguel Angel
8
great place
Pros:

The Calafate is a beautiful town, there are many activities to do, The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the must and The Chaltén another must you do, El Fuerte Hotel has an amazing panoramic view of the city and the lake, the rooms are ok, the food delicious and the service is excellent

2020-03-08 via Nuitee
L
Lou
10
Pros:

Very attentive the owners and great attitude.
Would return again.

2020-02-25 via Nuitee
A
Alessandro
10
Pros:

La posizione dell'hotel è fantastica. Si gode una stupenda vista sulla città e sul lago argentino incorniciato dalle montagne. L'ambiente è rilassante e familiare. Il propietario accogliente e disponibile a consigli e aiuto. Un grazie particolare al suo giovane figlio Tomas per la sua gentilezza e grazia. Siamo stati benissimo!

2020-01-23 via Nuitee
G
GERALD
4
Pros:

Receptionist sympa mais le Chambre très petite et salle de bain 1.5x2 m petite fenêtre et un petit déjeuner très triste et basique. J’étais obligé de demander qu’on nous donne du pain et les qualités des produit mauvais et radine. Très mauvais rapport qualité/prix/ situation très loin de tout même soit disons panoramique . Hôtel Vieillot. Je suis dessous

2020-01-04 via Nuitee
V
Vinay
10
A Home far from home.
Pros:

It was really amazing. The hotel staff was extremely friendly. Cleanliness was spot on. The buffet breakfast was really good. the view from the hotel was amazing.
I definitely recommend people to stay in here. I haven’t been in a hotel with as good people as this one.

2019-04-08 via Nuitee
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SUZANA
10
Uma ótima experiência!
Pros:

Uma grata surpresa!
As instalações do hotel são muito boas, confortáveis e com uma vista privilegiada!
Destaque para a atenção e gentileza do Nestor, sempre prestativo, atencioso e com ótimas sugestões de passeios. Eu recomendo a estadia no Hotel Fuerte Calafate, sem dúvida uma ótima experiência!

2019-03-25 via Nuitee