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Design Suites Calafate

4.5 star property

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Interior
Indoor pool
Suite, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Aerial view
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Calle 598 Nº 190, Playa Lago Argentino, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, Bahía Redonda
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Laguna Nimez
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Garden view

Standard Room

  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • Lake view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Studio, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

  • Bahía Redonda - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Laguna Nimez - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Gnome Village - 10 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Glaciarium - 25 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Design Suites Calafate

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 tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 17 2026 to August 23 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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 required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.

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 a fire extinguisher and 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 a fire extinguisher and 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).

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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 May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Design Suites Calafate on May 17, 2026 start from $124, including 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.

Will I be able to park 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 prenatal massages, sports massages, and couples treatments.

Are there luxury amenities available at Design Suites Calafate?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an indoor pool, a restaurant, and deep-tissue massages at this hotel.

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. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from August 17 2026 until August 23 2026 (subject to change).

Is Design Suites Calafate good for couples?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and an indoor pool with some guestrooms featuring a private indoor hot tub.

Does Design Suites Calafate have a hot tub?

No, but all guestrooms at this hotel have jetted bathtubs.

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.

Does Design Suites Calafate have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Design Suites Calafate?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Design Suites Calafate.

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.

Design Suites Calafate Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 709 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

renato john

All good
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing hotel with the best views of the Lake. Great to have a fulsome breakfast in a bright, open space. The staff was super helpful and friendly. While the location is out of town, due to the proximity to the lake, the shuttle service helps you get back and forth easily.
Dinner
Hotel grounds
Hotel outdoor area
Hotel outdoor area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Saman, newport coast

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, Beautiful location next to lake, Modern hotel for El Calafate. Breakfast not good at all, Overall recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, a great stay and the nicest place we stayed on a trip that had two separate stays in Calafate and a stay in chalten. Breakfast options were limited but better than other places we stayed. The pool looks bigger in the pictures that it is in real life. Happy with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
View was incredible, however hotel temperature was too hot throughout (think leisure centre vibe) Walls seemed paper thin as could hear everything next door. And the hotel wasn’t well set up for being busy. There were no clean tables to sit at for breakfast and lots of things not available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel, San Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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