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Design Suites Calafate

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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Indoor pool
Suite, Lake View | Television
Aerial view
Fireplace
Business center

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Spa

Explore the area

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

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Studio | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Lake 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 | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

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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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room Standard with Spa Bath

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

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Studio, Mountain View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Studio, Mountain View

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

About the neighborhood

El Calafate

Within a short walk of Lago Argentino, Design Suites Calafate is within a mile (2 km) of Argentinean Lake. This 60-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Laguna Nimez - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gnome Village - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Calafate Fishing - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casimiro Bigua Parrilla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Tablita - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pietro's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Brown - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Design Suites Calafate

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests of Design Suites Calafate enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 18 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer jetted tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Sitting areas, minibars, and laptop-compatible safes are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.
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.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • DESIGN RESTO

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 861 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2006
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • 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 are available

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 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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 or credit 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, 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.
  • Onsite safety features include window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at Design Suites Calafate?

Design Suites Calafate provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Design Suites Calafate on Nov 11, 2025 start from $244.8, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of Design Suites Calafate?

This hotel is located in El Calafate, a short 18-minute walk from Laguna Nimez and also 13 minutes on foot from Lago Argentino. You'll also find Argentinean Lake and Bahía Redonda less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Design Suites Calafate?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Design Suites Calafate?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, and couples treatments.

Does Design Suites Calafate include a casino?

No, Design Suites Calafate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Design Suites Calafate?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Design Suites Calafate?

This boutique hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Design Suites Calafate?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Design Suites Calafate serves free continental breakfast at DESIGN RESTO each morning.

Will Design Suites Calafate allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Design Suites Calafate.

Are there connecting rooms at Design Suites Calafate?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Design Suites Calafate?

The closest major airport to Design Suites Calafate is El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.), which is 12.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Design Suites Calafate?

No, at Design Suites Calafate, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Design Suites Calafate if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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