Eolo is unique in that it occupies land leased from a working farm, Estancia Alice. Designed to look like a large ranch house from the outside, it successfully combines the trappings of an estancia with the creature comforts, modern interior design and innovation of a first class hotel.

It is only 20km from El Calafate, yet there is little sign of human influence in any direction: perched on a hillside with magnificent, sweeping views across tawny steppes to the mountains on the horizon and Lago Argentino.

Location

Eolo is located in Argentina’s Patagonia - a remote land of endless plains, granite mountain peaks, turquoise lakes and glaciers. It is a 20-minute drive from El Calafate airport on the road to the area's main attraction - stunning Perito Moreno. The glacier takes about an hour to get to from Eolo.

Things to do

The vast, open expanse that surrounds Eolo lends well to horse riding (at extra cost) and walking, with some staggering views. Also available at extra cost are excursions to Perito Moreno glacier, boat trips to view other glaciers including Upsala, and a visit to Estancia Cristina. The hotel has mountain bikes that are free for guest use.