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El Calafate Vacation
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Places to Visit in El Calafate
Can't wait for your trip to El Calafate? Need some suggestions about what to do when you arrive? That's what we're here for!
Stroll down to the edge of Laguna Nimez and find out how far you can skim a rock along its peaceful surface. There's a fabulous range of things to keep you busy in this destination. Our planet abounds with many surprising creatures, plants and discoveries. A trip to El Calafate Regional Museum will give you a closer look at the science of the natural world. Still got time on your hands? If you've got an inquiring mind, it's worth taking the trip to Argentinian Museum of Toys. You never know what you could encounter here!
The world is brimming with adventure, and there are endless amazing experiences to be had when we grab our luggage and go on vacation.
Your trip to El Calafate is about to get a lot more exciting. There are plenty of activities available, including:
- Chalten Full-Day Tour
- Petrified Forest Tour with Lunch
- Estancia 25 de Mayo Ranch Tour with Food & Wine Tasting
- Glaciares Gourmet Marpatag
- Bus between Calafate and Chalten
- El Galpón Ranch Tour with Dinner
For more options, check out our El Calafate things to do page.
El Calafate Accommodations
While El Calafate does have around 49 properties to pick from, it's always a smart move to secure a room early. Unsure where to start? Expedia is here to help out with your next luxury getaway or cheap vacation.
Visitors with an eye for the timeless traditions of class and style can choose from the Hotel Posada Los Alamos (Ing. Hector Mario Guatti 1135) and the Xelena Hotel & Suites (René Favaloro 3548). If traveling on a shoestring's more your thing, you (and your piggy bank) might prefer the Hotel La Loma - Hostel (Julio A. Roca 849), or the Hotel Punta Norte (25 Mayo 311).
Nearest Airports to El Calafate
No traveler likes wasting time at the airport. But it's well worth it when you remember the adventure that's waiting just around the corner Based 10 miles east of El Calafate, Comandante Armando Tola International Airport (FTE) is the nearest terminal.
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Best Lodging Options Near El Calafate
Per night/room
Feb. 26 - Feb. 27
Mirador del Lago Hotel
Avenida Del Libertador 2047, El Calafate, Santa CruzProperty was attractive and well-maintained. Our room had a pleasant view (a little above ground level) looking out toward lake. The location was within walking distance of shops and restaurants on the main street (Libertador). Breakfast was varied and delicious - breads, pastries, ham/cheese, eggs, ...
Per night/room
Feb. 24 - Feb. 25
Xelena Hotel & Suites
René Favaloro 3548, El Calafate, Santa CruzWould rate as a 4-star hotel. Food was ok. Tried to get a massage but they don’t have space for two people at a time.
Per night/room
Feb. 28 - Feb. 29
Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate
Av. Juan Domingo Perón 1143, El Calafate, Santa CruzAmazing hotel, extremely good breakfast and great room with a wonderful view on the mountains. We loved staying at this property so much, that we extended our stay by one night.
Per night/room
Feb. 26 - Feb. 27
Calafate Parque Hotel
Gobernador Gregores esq. 7 de Diciembre, El Calafate, Santa CruzThe hotel was toasty warm. Those 6 inch walls kept the heat in and if one wanted to cool off it was easy to just open the window and have a cool breeze come in. The breakfast was supposed to open at 6 am which it did but the cook didn't cook the eggs and bacon or anything hot until 6:30 which is ...
Per night/room
Mar. 5 - Mar. 6
Quijote Hotel
Gobernador Gregores 1191, El Calafate, Santa CruzGreat convenient quiet location a block from the main street. Lots of restaurants nearby. Comfortable rooms, nice breakfast, very helpful front desk staff.
Per night/room
Mar. 24 - Mar. 25
Hotel Kalken
Teniente Valentin Feilberg 119, El Calafate, Santa CruzEl Calafate is a great location. The hotel is in the centre, nice location.
Per night/room
Mar. 6 - Mar. 7
Lagos Del Calafate
Calle 998, Numbero 50, El Calafate, Santa CruzIt’s located in a nice, quiet part of town with nice views. The rooms are nice and spacious. The restaurant has very good food
Per night/room
Mar. 5 - Mar. 6
Design Suites Calafate
Calle 598 Nº 190, Playa Lago Argentino, El Calafate, Santa CruzVery nice view from the hotel, good property but it is showing its age. Dining is limited but good food and reasonable prices. Staff is great (helpful and friendly). Quick taxi ride to town.
Top things to do in El Calafate
#1Perito Moreno with Glacier Cruise
Set off to Perito Moreno, one of Patagonia’s most imposing and most visited glaciers, located in the UNESCO-listed Los Glaciares National Park. Embark on a s...
#2Full-Day Perito Moreno Ice Trek from El Calafate
Embark on a thrilling adventure that takes you deep into Los Glaciares National Park for spectacular views of the Perito Moreno Glacier. This 97-square-mile ...
#3Chalten Full-Day Tour
Get to know the capital of the Trekking and enjoy the auto guided trails.This is an expedition that begins early in the morning from El Calafate. We will tak...
#4Perito Moreno Glacier
Set off to Perito Moreno, one of Patagonia’s most imposing and most visited glaciers, located in the UNESCO-listed Los Glaciares National Park. Admire the gi...
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