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 marvelous 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 flavors of its daily fixed menu.

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Star-gazing experiences at the Hosteria el Penon reveal lunar-like scenes.
A group of flamingoes drink from a saltwater lake in the nearby desert.

Key Property Features

Embark on expeditions to the remote Galán Volcano and the stunning Peinado Volcano and lake regions. 

Enjoy the off-grid feel rooted in no service and a secluded location

Off-the-beaten-track expeditions via 4x4

  Hosteria el Penon prides itself on the preservation of its surrounding natural landscapes 

Indulge in local delicacies during daily meals in the cozy restaurant

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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.  

A silver plate of fruit is sat next to multiple plates of meats and other breakfast foods.
One of the hotel's chefs, Luisa, stands smiling.

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