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Design Suites Calafate

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4 of 5 stars 23 reviews
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#18 of 57 hotels in El Calafate
  • Address
    Calle 94 Numero 190
    Playa Lago Argentino
    El Calafate
    Argentina
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 23 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 15 reviews Rooms
    • 3.5 based on 15 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 16 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 15 reviews Cleanliness
  • Recommended For:
    • 40% based on 22 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 40% based on 22 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 40% based on 22 reviews Older travelers
    • 40% based on 22 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 22 reviews Young singles

Reviews of Design Suites Calafate

( 1-10 of 23 )
2 of 5 stars
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Feb 2, 2008

The Design Suites are very beautiful and the views outstanding. The staff, however, needs a full makeover. Service is the worst I have ever seen in this hotel category, or even lower. The hotel, although opened only three years ago, shows signs of not being well-kept. At the buffet-style breakfast, empty trays and juice jugs sat for a long time,... more

5 of 5 stars
Los Angeles, California
Jan 27, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

We loved our stay here! My husband and I were here for our honeymoon and we had a great time. The hotel, which is very modern and cool, sits right on Lago Argentino and has amazing lake views. The hotel staff was so helpful and very nice -the front desk staff, waiters, pool up-keepers- they all spoke great English too!... more

Jan 6, 2008
2/5 found this review helpful

Let's be honest here - there is only one reason you are coming to El Calafate - Perito Moreno Glacier. One of the wonders of South America, no doubts. But the "town" itself stinks. There is one paved road crossing it with a few decent restaurants and backpacking stores. Almost all the hotels are spread out around the area with... more

Nov 25, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We booked at the Design Suites Calafate with high expectations after a positive experience at the much older Design Suites Bariloche. The Calafate hotel has a striking design (from a distance) and is beautifully situated on a bluff overlooking Lago Argentino. The common areas and rooms are reasonably nice, but it is clear that attention to detail is lacking with... more

5 of 5 stars
Atlanta, GA
Oct 31, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

The hotel is in a great location, with excellent views.Our suite did not have a lake view, but it did not matter, since we did not spend much time in it. I agree with a previous review, the rooms do not have ventilation. The staff was very attentive. The hotel has a shuttle running between it and downtown Calafate, free,... more

4 of 5 stars
Vancouver
Oct 22, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

I’ll go straight to the point: Pros: - Nice location with superb views of the lake - Comfortable rooms if you have a lake view(with some negatives). - Average breakfast. Too many pastries (it felt like an afternoon tea time) - Comfortable design lobby, bar and restaurant - Beautiful pool area - Friendly staff. Unlike previous comments, we had a... more

4 of 5 stars
New York City, New York
Jul 7, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

I very much enjoyed my stay at this hotel, however I should preface that most of my time was spent enjoying the glaciers and dining downtown rather than living it up at the hotel. However, for my time spent at the hotel, I was pleased by the service, enjoyed the hotel atmosphere and was impressed by the rooms. There are... more

2 of 5 stars
NorthernVirginia
May 10, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

We had a luxury suite at the far end of the building, with a breathtaking view of Lake Argentina and snow capped mountains across the horizon. When we arrived, we were treated to a split of Chandon champagne to welcome us on our honeymoon, delivered to our room. Little canapes showed up a few minutes later, delivered by another staff... more

Apr 9, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

We were worried about the water problems referred to in previous reviews. We were reassured by Veronica who was very helpful and professional. We were not sorry we chose to stay. Superb location on the edge of the lake, yet convenient to town with the hotel's free and frequent shuttle service. Rooms were spacious, breakfast and lunch were excellent. All... more

Apr 5, 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

Hotel tries to be hip and contemporary although fails at most attempts. Although clean, the property shows a lot of wear and tear for its age. Our luxury suite had no less than 3 things broken, including the sink. Staff was not that friendly and rarely smiled, unlike most of the locals who went out of their way to be... more

Reviews of Design Suites Calafate

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Calle 94 Numero 190 | Playa Lago Argentino, El Calafate, Argentina