BLA Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in El Calafate with free breakfast

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Living area
Reception
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Lobby sitting area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Calle 1015, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, La Aldea de los Gnomos
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gnome Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

BLA Lodge is a short stroll from La Aldea de los Gnomos and Museo de El Calafate. This 14-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • La Aldea de los Gnomos - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museo de El Calafate - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gnome Village - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Tolderia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Tablita - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Merino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

BLA Lodge

Hotel in El Calafate with free breakfast
At BLA Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for USD 250 per person. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1996
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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%).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

BLA Lodge El Calafate
BLA El Calafate
BLA Lodge Hotel
BLA Lodge El Calafate
BLA Lodge Hotel El Calafate

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at BLA Lodge?

BLA Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to BLA Lodge?

This hotel is located in El Calafate, just steps from La Aldea de los Gnomos. You'll also find Museo de El Calafate and Avenue del Libertador less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at BLA Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does BLA Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, BLA Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at BLA Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at BLA Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and concierge services plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Are there hot tubs at BLA Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does BLA Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, BLA Lodge serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does BLA Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at BLA Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at BLA Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to BLA Lodge?

The closest major airport to BLA Lodge is El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.), which is 12 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at BLA Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at BLA Lodge.