Hosteria el Penon, Salta & the Northwest

Situated at 3,400 meters above sea level, Hosteria El Peñon offers a haven of comfort in the vast, stark, and breath-taking Argentine Puna.

Cost Per Night: £ £ £

Right in the midst of the strange beauty of the Argentine Puna, a gem of the country's northern deserts, Hosteria el Penon offers a secluded yet homely stay. As you proceed on your bespoke tour, this beautiful Argentina hotel is your perfect gateway to uncovering one of the most unique landscapes in the country.

Around every corner nearby Hosteria el Penon, a new landmark sparkles. Explore natural wonders such as Laguna Grande, where thousands of flamingos gather in spectacular surroundings, as well as towering dunes and the expansive Pumice Stone Field Natural Reserve (Campo de Piedra Pomez). Nearby, the Oasis of Antofalla, home to 60 residents, lies along one of South America’s most significant salt flats.

In-between each awe-inspiring activity and excursion, this marvellous Argentina hotel awaits you with home comforts to satisfy all five senses. There are only eight rooms, heightening the calming sense of solitude which defines this stay and surrounding you with like-minded adventurers. The off-grid feel of the hotel eases you into the stripped-back luxury of its spaces and the nourishing yet innovative flavours of its daily fixed menu.

The hotel blends into its desert surroundings, mountains rise in the distance.

The hotel is built of brick and stone with a modern facade.

The living space has cream, cushioned sofas and a stone fireplace.

The sofas in the living room are facing a flat-screen TV.

One of the bedrooms has a comfy, double bed with soft bedsheets and a neutral colour palette.

One of the private bathrooms has marble flooring and tiled walls with a large mirror, sink and toilet.

The image shows a warmly-lit room with a small dining table and shelves stacked with ponchos and rugs.

the main communal living space has sofas dressed in pillows and white-painted wooden dining tables and chairs.

A large double bed is dressed in grey and white bedding, surrounded by simple decor and a brick statement wall.

The chef is preparing a hearty asado on the stone grill.

Hosteria el Penon's Positive Impact

Due to the uniqueness of the travel experience that guests are part of, the hotel places extra emphasis on responsible tourism, inviting guests to contribute to the preservation of the landscapes on their tour, so that they can remain unaltered for their children and grandchildren to travel in the future too. They release a set of eco-conscious guidelines that guests should follow in order to maintain the precious unspoiled environment. These landscapes have been untouched for millions of years, and Hosteria el Penon aim to keep it this way.

Sustainability at Hosteria El Penon also takes the form of working closely with the local community. Socompa, who operate the hotel are committed to creating a safe, friendly and supportive environment for all their staff and actively look for people in the local village to join their team. They are very conscious of the livelihoods many villagers may already have- such as small holdings and sheep to care for- and seek to create opportunities which supplement or increase their existing income.