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Design Suites Calafate

4.5 star property
Luxurious boutique hotel with spa

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Indoor pool
Fireplace
Business center
Aerial view
Suite, Lake View | Television

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Calle 598 Nº 190, Playa Lago Argentino, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gnome Village
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Studio, Mountain View

  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Garden view

Standard Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room Standard with Spa Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room Luxury with Lake View

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room Deluxe with Mountain View

  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room Superior with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

In El Calafate .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this El Calafate hotel, you'll find Lago Argentino and Argentinean Lake. Laguna Nimez and Bahía Redonda are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Laguna Nimez - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gnome Village - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Calafate Fishing - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Oveja Negra - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Michelangelo - ‬6 min drive
  • Calafate Coffee Roasters.
  • Cafe Brown

About this property

Design Suites Calafate

Luxurious boutique hotel with spa
Design Suites Calafate offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 861 square feet (80 square meters) and includes conference space. A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Design Suites Calafate. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star El Calafate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 861 sq ft of conference space
  • 80 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2006
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Design Suites Calafate offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with jetted bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Design Suites Calafate

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 72.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (21%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 18 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 18 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 72.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Design Suites Calafate to the airport?

Design Suites Calafate is 12.5 mi (22-min drive) away from the El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Design Suites Calafate?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Design Suites Calafate on Aug 17, 2025 start from $112.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Design Suites Calafate have an airport shuttle?

Design Suites Calafate offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 18 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Design Suites Calafate offer free breakfast?

Design Suites Calafate offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Design Suites Calafate?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Club El Calafate (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Design Suites Calafate?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Design Suites Calafate?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a pool?

Design Suites Calafate features an indoor pool.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a restaurant?

Design Suites Calafate is home to DESIGN RESTO, which features happy hour and light fare.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features sports massages, facials, and body scrubs.

How close is Design Suites Calafate to downtown El Calafate?

Design Suites Calafate is 1.5 mi away from El Calafate.

Design Suites Calafate Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 669 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice location, accommodating staffs, right in from of beautiful lake. I highly recommend. Breakfast are great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl-Fredrik

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trusharkumar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views! Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel and location

Nice hotel by the lake Rooms are very large and beds are comfortable Most expensive buffet dinner we ever had and the quality/choice was not the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent base for exploring Calafate region, but a little outside main town, so reliant on 10 min trip by shuttle (pick ups twice a day in or out of town), or 45 min walk to centre along lake. Hotel was wonderful - really friendly, responsive staff, great facilities and restaurant, clean, well designed rooms, good pool, great views over lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in an amazing town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahshad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Most beautiful hotel in Calafate with the best view of Lago Argentino!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

paulina, Cabo San Lucas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view is awesome ! I had a complimentary upgrade which I really appreciate! I love that you can exchange money at the front desk! Lovely hotel !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing! The hotel is stunning , well maintained with superior customer service!! We truly enjoyed our stay there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yanina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great views for decent pricing.

Amazing views are worth the 10 min drive away from town. The hotel is clean and staff is attentive. The pool is perfectly heated! HUGE bathrooms!!! Loved my stay! Lots of doggies around the property to love on. Only issue was the food. Horrible!!! If they can fix the food id give them 5 stars. Our steak was tough as rocks, the breakfast isnt even worth it. Stale bread.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Design Sites at Calafate was exactly what we were looking for to kickstart our winter time in Patagonia: cozy, very clean, inviting, easy access, and well located with amazing views of the lake and mountains. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Clean rooms, beautiful view, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing near.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami Helal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

DARIO, Hershey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Dean

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over priced. Air conditioning did not work. Front desk denied it was not working. After 3 trips to front desk a portable unit was provided. Restaurant staff was not helpful, food was adequate, but uninspired. Room had hot pot, but no coffee, tea or cups were provided. .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024