Fitz Roy Hostería de Montaña is a cosy hotel in the heart of the small mountain town of El Chaltén, known as Argentina’s hiking capital. The hotel is set in beautiful surroundings, with views of the many mountains and green landscapes that are a big part of what makes this area so special to visit.

The rooms are simply yet comfortably furnished, with a focus on ensuring a good night’s sleep after a day spent exploring nature. All rooms have a safety box and heating, and free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas. The hotel also offers a laundry service if your luggage needs freshening up, as well as assistance with planning various outdoor activities in the area. The kitchen is happy to prepare a packed lunch for you to take along on your excursions.

Breakfast is served in the cosy restaurant, where you can enjoy lovely views of the mountains and surrounding landscape. The hotel also has an inviting café and bar, perfect for relaxing with a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, or a local beer when you return from the day’s adventures. Although the hotel does not have a full restaurant for lunch and dinner, El Chaltén’s many excellent restaurants and cafés are just a few minutes’ walk away, giving you plenty of dining options right on your doorstep.

When you stay here, you’ll be within easy reach of some of Patagonia’s most famous hiking trails. You can, for example, set off on the iconic hike to Laguna de los Tres with its breathtaking views of Mount Fitz Roy, walk to Laguna Capri, or explore trails leading to beautiful viewpoints, glaciers, and emerald-green mountain lakes.