Hotel Lago del Desierto is located in El Chalten. Madsen House Museum is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Glaciares National Park and Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall.
Hotel Lago del Desierto provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
A vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Lago del Desierto include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll 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 travelers 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Property Registration Number 943/2014
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Lago del Desierto pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Lago del Desierto?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Lago del Desierto?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Lago del Desierto?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hotel Lago del Desierto located?
Situated in El Chalten, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Capilla de los Escaladores and Los Glaciares National Park. Laguna Capri and Madsen House Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Hotel Lago del Desierto Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Ramin
Traveled with partner
28 Feb, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Average place, positives were location and service. How condition of the rooms were poor, hot and humid
Ramin
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
2/10 Terrible
Chris
Traveled with family
21 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Incompetent or scam?
We experienced something that we have never seen before. On check out, the desk person went to check out the room and returned to tell us that two small towels were missing and we were going to get charged. After doing our best to argue that the maid replaced a small towel with a large towel she continued to blame us. No reasoning skills at all and she continued to blame us. Being rushed to catch our bus outta town we just left. Im not sure if this was a scam to charge more money or incompetent workers at the place. Buyer beware! Don't trust the place!
During my recent stay at this hotel, I found the staff to be friendly and eager to help. Even so, the facilities were another story. I found a defective toilet, the sink was broken and moved from side to side and could not stand, and a very uncomfortable bathroom. The heater didn't turn on and the wifi didn't stay connected. For what I paid I would have expected to have a better room. I wouldn't recommend it.
We had a fantastic 5 night stay here during our time in El Chalten. Eugenia who was the hotel receptionist was amazing and greeted us with a friendly smile every day.
Nice hotel in an amazing town. Walk right out the door and experience everything El Chalten has to offer. Rooms are small, but you won't be staying in them much anyways. El Chalten is all about the outdoors.
The hotel was great! They offered the best exchange rate in town (exactly the blue rate) and held our suitcases for five days while we went hiking. The room was small but super clean, and everything worked. Would stay here again.
Sean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
6/10 Okay
Deena
Traveled with group
25 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Served it’s purpose
The hotel is very central and served its purpose but we wouldn’t stay here again. The rooms are small (not enough floor space to even fully open your suitcase). The shower space is small. Toilet had several issues but the manager who is very kind and attentive helped quickly. Bed wasn’t the most comfortable and could use newer sheets and towels. Breakfast is not sufficient to prepare for a full day of hiking so don’t depend solely on it. Although of course of the cheaper ends, would still expect a bit more care. Public spaces in the hotel are great - couch space, big table upstairs to work at, etc.