explora Patagonia
Strictly speaking, the sublime is beauty tinged with awe — a perfect description of Torres del Paine. If the Explora is luxurious (and it is), it’s only to soften the edges of this rugged landscape. This is an audience that’s in the market for some adventure, but is perhaps a few years past feeling the urge to camp on the cold, hard ground.
The boxy modernist lodge stands just yards from the Salto Chico waterfall, with the peaks of the Paine massif looming just behind. So the fifty rooms and suites, and the associated public spaces, do their best to feel cozy and inviting. There are some self-consciously rustic touches, like the wood paneling and patterned textiles, as well as some clean modern lines. But above all, the views predominate — interior design, in this environment, is somewhat secondary.
Not at all secondary are the activities. Here it’s Patagonia, not the hotel itself, which is the main attraction. All manner of explorations are offered, from the gentlest walks to horseback treks and some extremely demanding hikes. Even the arrival is a bit of an adventure, a five-hour drive on some rather difficult roadways from the airport in Punta Arenas. This is one adventure that’s best left to someone else — the hotel’s minibus will be waiting when you land.
Please note: There is a 2 night minimum stay requirement at explora Patagonia.
How to get there:
Explora Patagonia is approximately five hours’ drive from Punta Arenas airport (PUQ).
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Amenities & Services
- Free wi-fi
- Free parking
- Off street parking
- Bar
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- 24 hour front desk
- Multi-lingual staff
- Wood burning fireplace
- Library
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- No pets allowed
- Parking
- Swimming pool
Need to Know
- WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
- Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Pets are not allowed.
- Children of any age are allowed.
- You haven't added any cots.
- You haven't added any extra beds.
Credit cards accepted