Solares del Sur
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- Cosy cabins overlooking Lago Argentino in El Calafate
- Excursions to Perito Moreno Glacier, Cerro Frias and local estancias
- Restaurant and bar with home-cooked food and local wines
Glaciers, lakes and mountains, plus hikes, kayak trips and climbs, with a craft beer at the end of it all… if that sounds like a topnotch combo of things, you’ll fit in well in El Calafate, a jumping off point for many of Patagonia’s most stunning sights (and a hub for restaurants, cafés, cocktail bars and microbreweries in which to refuel and relive the day’s experiences).
What with many of the local attractions revolving around ice and snow in some way, it’s a fine idea to have somewhere warm to get back to at the end of your outing. Step forward, Solares del Sur, where the cosy cabins – all built from traditional native cypress wood – look out over gorgeous Lago Argentino, a short stroll from the town centre.
Lots of little details have been taken care of here: guests have access to kitchen facilities (with microwave, fridge, utensils and crockery) for sorting picnics and post-outing eats, free wifi for route plotting (and, let’s be honest, bombarding pals with pics), individually adjustable heating and bathrooms kitted out with hairdryers and heated towel rails.
As you may possibly have heard, Argentina’s got a pretty good reputation for food and wine – and the closest place for you to try out its wares is the site’s restaurant, which looks out over the lake and opens every evening (except Wednesdays) to serve up home-cooked dishes including lamb and fresh trout, plus glasses of excellent local vino.
Site type
8Open all year 
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Facilities/activities including lavadero are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The restaurant is open between 01/09 and 30/04.
- The site only allows dogs up to 10kg.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Languages spoken
English
Italian
Portuguese
Pitch types & availability
1 bedroom lodge
4 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 23ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom US$110 (US$110) 1 night, 2 adults
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2 bedroom hotel or motel
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 26.2ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom US$130 (US$130) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Solares del Sur
De los Fresnos 3362
El Calafate
Santa Cruz
Argentina
Directions Timezone
America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos -0300 (GMT-03:00)
GPS
-50.33982°N
-72.30169°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
There are lots of ways to get out and about to see the spectacular scenery around these parts – if you can’t decide which way would be best for you, have a chat with the staff on site for local advice on boat rides, ice hikes, treks, horse riding and other outings.
The biggest attraction around is Perito Moreno glacier, about 60 kilometres away from the town – boat tour and hikes give you a chance to admire the huge slab of blue ice from afar, and there’s also the option of getting into crampons for a hike across the ice.
Other popular outings nearby might take you cycling or horse riding to the viewpoint at Cerro Frías hill (20 minutes’ drive), delving underground to see the ancient art at Walichu caves (20 minutes) or to get a taste of traditional gaucho life at Estancia Cristina (10 minutes).
Looking a little further afield, there are fossils and age-old rock formations to see at La Leona petrified forest (an hour and 20 minutes), or you can take a journey of a couple of hours to scoot across the Chilean border to the Torres del Paine National Park.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Solares del Sur have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Solares del Sur dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Solares del Sur? There are lots of ways to get out and about to see the spectacular scenery around these parts – if you can’t decide which way would be best for you, have a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Solares del Sur?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Solares del Sur? From £81.09 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.