Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico

3.0 star property
Suburban inn with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Reception
View from property
Interior entrance
View from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Calle 605 N 1164, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Laguna Nimez
    17 min walk
  • La Chacrita de NIMEZ
    15 min walk
  • El Calafate Bus Terminal
    4 min drive
  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    21 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
TV
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

El Calafate

At Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Laguna Nimez and Lago Argentino. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, El Marques, serves Argentinean cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class El Calafate inn include Bahía Redonda and El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center.

What's nearby

  • Laguna Nimez - 17 min walk
  • Argentinian Museum of Toys - 4 min drive
  • Gnome Village - 5 min drive
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 5 min drive
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla & Asador - el Calafate - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Borges y Alvarez Libro-Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Tablita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Viva la Pepa - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico

Suburban inn with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico. Self parking is free.
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico offers 22 accommodations. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 14
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Marques

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 14

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Fuerte Hotel Panorámico
Fuerte Calafate
Fuerte Calafate Panorámico
Fuerte Panorámico
Fuerte Calafate Panoramico Inn
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico Inn
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico El Calafate
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico Inn El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

Yep, Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico has a free self car park.

What makes Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Argentinean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 75 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Miguel Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place
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
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lou, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive the owners and great attitude. Would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vinay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Home far from home.
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best views. The way to the hotel and food should be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owner/ manager and staff are very accomodating. Hotel ambiance is warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

norm, sydney australia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I turned up to this hotel having booked and paid many months previously to be told there was no room for us.(I cant believe they couldn't have emailed me to let me know) The owner said he ha found us another place to stay and that they would throw in a dinner as compensation. the other hotel was nearby,(and I think would have been better than the one we were rejected from). Expedia should look at there booking system as the owner blamed them for there being no room( I didnt believe that) anyway we ended up staying at Tehuel plaza and I would give it 10 out of 10 and thoroughly recomend it as a good place to stay. the dinners they supplied vere very tasty and seemed like home cooked argantine food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Jonathan, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Intimate experience with an excellent view
The staff made the experience very intimate and lovely as they were very accommodating to us. The only slight downside was the size of the room and the fact that people would be turned off by the location of the hotel compared to some closer to the centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Miya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were VERY friendly here! We messed up the dates of our reservation and the owners kept the place open just for us! Couldn’t be happier with the service we recieved.

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, helpful people. A decent room.
A good room with a great view. Very helpful people. Only a few minutes drive outside Calafate so ideal if you have a car and only a short taxi ride if not.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

sophie, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views
Very welcoming and friendly host. Amazing views over the bay. Take binoculars, you might spot flamingos.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Noelle

Liked: Staff & service
Great Views but Small Rooms!
Views are phenomenal here & so is the owner, he’a very friendly & helpful. Food & views at the upstairs restaurant are great! But my room was a little small for my taste & felt quite cramped (bathroom door ran into toilet). It’s also quite far from town (not that walk-able), so if you want to be close to town ~ stay elsewhere!

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I absolutely loved staying here. We unfortunately got in late and had to leave early, but our short time there was great. The hotel is run by a father and son who are extremely kind and welcoming. The hotel feels more like a home and is very cozy. The rooms have high ceilings and the entire hotel is wonderfully decorated. Upstairs, there is a restaurant with amazing views overlooking the town and the lake. The chef makes every meal fresh to order and the food is absolutely incredible. If I am ever back in the area, I am most definitely going to be staying here again; I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy access hotel. Great staff
The hotel has an amazing view. Rooms are clean but bathrooms very cramped. Easily accessible as you enter into El Calafate. Perfect stop for the night before flying out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy Stay
It was a cosy hotel with a nice view and the staff was very gentle. We really liked the place and Calafate is an amazing spots in the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay
This hotel is located quite far from the center of the city, but with car it's only better than staying in a busy center. Rooms are not big but super clean. Beds a comfy and breakfast is decent too. the best gem is the owner Gaby, she makes you feel like home. She does her best to accommodate all your needs. Hotel restaurant was closed during our stay but Gaby let us use tableware with the outside food and wine we brought with us. She was super nice and after only 2 nights we felt like knowing each other for ever. She isn't very fluent in English, but does her best to explain every question. Overall we felt very well in this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay again!
One night quick stop in El Calafate!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great option on the outskirts of El Calafate
Nestor and Gabrielle are excellent hosts! A bit far from the city center but the amazing views make up for that.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Henri, Netherlands

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from the hotel.
Friendly staff, limited breakfast choices and remarkable selection of provided food (f.e. one little container of jelly with more than plenty bread). Windy spot but we ware given a room at the back where there was very limited wind noise. You should primarily chose this hotel for the view and the friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elena, Fishers, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I stayed here for 3 days 2 nights! The hotel is very pretty and cozy, more of a rustic look! the beds are not the most confortable beds, will not compare to a Hiltons bed BUT they are very clean, the staff is super friendly and very helpful, it has a gorgeous view to the city and lake, completely serve the purpose for the price! They have a restaurant with really good local food! Will definitely recommend this hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The service at this hotel was very good and it was clean. However, the rooms were very outdated and the bathroom and hallways smelled bad. We only stayed for one night. Also, they advertise a TV, but there was only 5 channels and they didn't work half the time.

10/10 Excellent

Lanier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Best!
First, let me say I almost never write reviews although I travel for a living. I cant cant recommend this hotel enough. Nestor, the manager, was welcoming; helpful; courteous; and professional. He went well above what I think excellent service is. The hotel, while not downtown, has great views from the highest point in El Calafate. For the price this hotel is a steal. In all honesty the price doubled I would stay here if I visited El Calafate again.

2/10 Terrible

Mae, NY

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good view. But that's it
A run down hotel, this place is not worth it's price in anyway. The rooms are small, which is fine, but the windows are small too so you can barely see the views. The breakfast was laughable, even by Argentine standards. The staff were completely unhelpful and rude. I was belittled by the owner and told to be more 'tranquil' because I wanted a taxi quickly. He was very rude and I do not recommend any women should stay there. He is a horrible representation of the machismo man. And does no speak English

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel great view excelent service
Nice hotel, not close from town center but not far. Hotel staff great!