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Estancia Cristina

3.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with free breakfast and restaurant

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Mountain view
Superior Triple Room
Boating
Horseback riding
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Margen Norte del Lago Argentino, Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Estancia Cristina, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Canal Upsala
  • Upsala Glacier
  • Punta Bandera Port

Room options

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Superior Single Room

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

About the area

Estancia Cristina

At Estancia Cristina you'll be in the region of Canal Upsala and Punta Bandera Port. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant and free buffet breakfast. .Enjoy access to ecotours, horse riding/hire and free bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Estancia Cristina lodge include Los Glaciares National Park and Lake Argentino.
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About this property

Estancia Cristina

Lakefront lodge with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Estancia Cristina.

This 3-star Estancia Cristina lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Estancia Cristina offers 20 accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 5 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property's power is turned off from 11 PM-7AM every day. During this time, limited power is available in the guestrooms from solar panels.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Estancia Cristina

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 travellers 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.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Estancia Cristina Hotel El Calafate
Estancia Cristina Hotel
Estancia Cristina El Calafate
Estancia Cristina
Estancia Cristina Lodge El Calafate, Argentina - Patagonia
Lodge Estancia Cristina
Estancia Cristina Lodge
Estancia Cristina Estancia Cristina
Estancia Cristina Lodge Estancia Cristina

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Estancia Cristina?

Estancia Cristina offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

What makes Estancia Cristina a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Estancia Cristina.

Is Estancia Cristina family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and free bike rentals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Estancia Cristina is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Estancia Cristina?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Estancia Cristina serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Estancia Cristina?

No, Estancia Cristina does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Estancia Cristina?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Estancia Cristina's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Estancia Cristina?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Estancia Cristina?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Estancia Cristina Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique property in a unique setting. Everything was amazing from the friendly and helpful staff to the wonderful guides and in-house support staff. Couldn’t be better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Ottawa Canada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property surpassed all my expectations. We went horse back riding and did two very different hikes with amazing views of the glaciers. We ended up with a private tracking tour with Sergio and he was excellent. The food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Violeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Estancia Cristina is a special place, cared for and run by an incredible staff who will immediately make you feel welcome. The activities are led by knowledgeable and experienced guides who are passionate about what they do. And the views from any point on the property are absolutely breathtaking. If you have the opportunity to stay at Cristina- do it! It will be incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018