9 Patagonia Hotels You'll Never Want to Leave

Patagonia is a destination of epic proportions in every sense of the term. It stretches on for over a thousand miles from north to south and across the southern portions of both Chile and Argentina. The scenery changes whichever direction you move, from fjords and glacial lakes to over the Andes Mountains, where dense forests turn into wide-open steppes.

The best properties in the region are the ones that reside in harmony with their unreal landscape. The designs vary from lakeside chalets to remote resorts and glamorous camping, but what they all have in common is that they are experiences of a lifetime. That, and they're also pioneers in sustainability to protect this mystic land.

The name and architecture conjure up images of an Italian estate, perhaps in the vineyards of Tuscany, but everything else about Villa Beluno is Patagonian through and through. Every mile of nature is somehow more picturesque than the last, from hiking through the Andean forests to sitting on the shore of Nahuel Huapi Lake. Each Beluno suite capitalizes on the beauty around it, with panoramic views that are like watching a nature documentary in real-time.

With only 10 rooms and the quaint charm of a rural bed and breakfast, Las Balsas is one of those special properties where you immediately feel at home—if your home were surrounded by the Andes Mountains, glacial lakes, and alpine forests. But the true sense of warmth comes from the local guides who are always on hand to help you navigate the countless activities on offer, who never feel like staff but rather your outdoorsy friend taking you out for some new wild adventure.

With over 10,000 acres of land, the best part of EOLO is that you feel like you’re in the most remote part of Patagonia but with the convenience of a nearby airport. Days can be spent horseback riding the seemingly endless grounds or trekking along glaciers when feeling adventurous, but taking in the views of the steppes from your bedroom window is just as gratifying. In the restaurant, all-inclusive includes the very best of Argentina, from the locally-sourced ingredients to the region's most succulent wines.

Take the scenery of the Alps, mix it with the coziness of a Canadian hunting lodge, plop it down in Argentine Patagonia, and you’ve got the Llao Llao Hotel. The resort has been the epicenter of the surrounding Nahuel Huapi National Park—Argentina’s oldest—since it was first created, and the building only accentuates the natural beauty around it. The infinity pool seemingly cascades into the lake while every room comes with a view of the Andes Mountains.

On the banks of the Electric River and under the shadow of Mt. Fitz Roy, Explora’s newest Patagonia property takes full advantage of its wild location. The nearest town of El Chaltén is the trekking capital of Argentina, but the countless miles of trail options become achievable with Explora’s expert guides to help you. At the end of each day, there’s nothing sweeter than enjoying a traditional parilla with a glass of local wine before slinking off to your timber room to completely unwind.

The curved wooden structure of Tierra Patagonia is so well integrated with the surrounding landscape that it almost seems to appear out of thin air as you pull up. Virtually every wall of the property is fixed with floor-to-ceiling windows to fully take in the panorama of the glacial lake and jagged peaks around it, whether you’re dining a locally-sourced meal in the restaurant or curled up in your bed. It deliberately feels like you’ve landed in the middle of nowhere, but nowhere has never felt quite so sumptuous.

In a region that already feels like the end of the world, Awasi Patagonia goes one step further. The 14 individual cabins are nowhere near any type of civilization, but that’s exactly the reason people travel to this far-flung corner. Each cabin’s sleek-yet-rustic design was thought out to harmonize with the unspoiled beauty that stretches out in every direction, down to the woodsy aroma of timber to leave all of your senses wondrously satisfied.

The exposed pipes, machinery, and brick walls may at first appear to be steampunk decoration, but the Singular Patagonia is nothing if not authentic. The building—used a century ago as a meat processing plant—was upcycled into the five-star resort that it is today, using the original parts to concoct its neo-industrial charm. Just a bike ride away from the town of Puerto Natales and with an enviable location overlooking the fjords, this is some of the best real estate in all of Chile.

The futuristic domes placed around this otherworldly landscape give the impression that you’ve left Earth, but EcoCamp Patagonia is wholly dedicated to protecting the planet we’re on. The rooms are technically tents but in reality are more akin to eco-friendly outdoor suites, equipped with compostable toilets and renewable energy heating. After a day of roughing it on the trails with your expert guide, you’ll be glad to curl up in your plush bed with views of the Torres del Paine.

Whether you want to see the Argentinian side, the Chilean side, or both, Origin can start planning your personalized trip to Patagonia today. Chat with a curator below to get started.