EOLO Patagonia, Patagonia | Wayfairer Travel

Capturing the essence of this legendary region, EOLO is a Patagonia hotel which champions a niche blend of luxury and wilderness

Cost Per Night: £ £ £

Strategically positioned midway between El Calafate city and Los Glaciares National Park, EOLO Patagonia offers a tranquil escape from the area's bustling tourist activity. Spanning 10,000 acres, this Patagonia hotel is an idyllic setting for horseback riding, mountain biking, trekking, and bird watching, all while basking in the understated elegance of its facilities.

Throughout the property and from each of its 17 rooms, guests are treated to the grandeur of a landscape that reveals its essence to those fortunate enough to behold it and to the hearts longing to absorb its true spirit. The tumbling scales of the Andes Mountains are revealed from each comfortable space, whilst more of the essentials along your Patagonia tour lay just moments away. Whether you crave the monolith reaches of the Upsala Glacier or the glittering walkways along the Perito Moreno, Patagonia is truly at your fingertips during a stay at EOLO.

At EOLO, just like in Patagonia itself, the range of outdoor activities is tailored to suit each guest's interests, physical abilities, and available time, even accommodating the region's often capricious weather. To assist guests in selecting the ideal experience, activities are categorized by area, with the recommendation to choose one activity per area each day.

The exterior of the main estancia has wooden beams and cream-painted walls, surrounded by flowers and grass.

One of the wooden patios overlooks an incredible Patagonian scenery during a sunny day.

The indoor spa is equipped with a row of massage beds onlooking a stone patio.

The restaurant at the estancia has glossy, wooden flooring and large chandeliers. Its walls are surrounded in ceiling-to-floor windows.

The living space in one of the rooms has two armchairs either side of a large window facing an incredible view.

A bedroom is decorated in a cream colour palette with hand-woven rugs, a large window and three beds.

A large double bed faces panoramic windows onlooking an amazing view.

A cream-painted living space has a coffee table covered with books, some comfy seating and a camera on a tripod facing the windows.

A massage therapist performs a holistic spa therapy on a relaxed customer.

The lodge is surrounded by mountains whilst an incredible lake sparkles in the distance.

EOLO Patagonia's Positive Impact

EOLO Patagonia has earned Wayfairer’s Eco Gold Award for its exceptional commitment to sustainability, luxury and community engagement. Identified as a standout property in Wayfairer’s initial eco-survey, EOLO was further recognised for its unique blend of luxury, exceptional cuisine and low-impact inspiring activities, all while leading the way in conservation and community support.

Constructed in the early 2000s, EOLO Patagonia is nestled within 4,000 hectares of terrain sculpted by wind and ice which embody the Patagonian spirit. Its guiding philosophy emphasises respect for nature and a focus on local traditions, dedicating itself to maintaining a low environmental impact by seamlessly blending into the landscape. With just 17 suites, each suite is thoughtfully dedicated to honour a species of the local fauna. Meanwhile, the lodge's carefully-planned, low-impact activities offer a guiding hand towards the region's incredible birdlife and natural landscapes. Even the lodge's culinary experiences integrate Patagonia's essence. The hotel's head chef presents his signature style, which honours Patagonian heritage while maintaining a cosmopolitan flair. All ingredients are sourced locally with the aim to minimise the hotel’s carbon footprint.