Hotel Lunajuim, El Chaltén
Rustic Patagonian retreat with cozy rooms, a relaxing lobby bar, and services for outdoor adventures
Our favorite hotel of our trip. Incredibly nice staff, exceptional food and a relaxing atmosphere. Would definitely stay here if we return to El Chaltén!
The hotel staff were so kind and helpful in providing recommendations!
Lovely location
Great location and price. The beds in particular were very comfortable.
We loved our stay at Lunajuim! The staff was super friendly and helpful! We would absolutely stay here again if we ever return to El Chalten.... Read more
Overview
Located in the beautiful El Chalten area, Hotel Lunajuim is in a national park, providing breathtaking views and easy access to the nature of Southern Patagonia. You'll find the Capilla de los Escaladores and the Salto El Chorrillo Waterfall just a short drive away. The hotel is also within close proximity to Viedma Lake and Huemul Glacier, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the Andes.
Hotel Lunajuim features 24 individually decorated guestrooms with down comforters and premium bedding for a cozy and comfortable stay. The private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, so you can relax after a day of adventuring. Previous Kimkim travelers have praised the hotel's cleanliness, comfort, and rustic charm. The hotel's friendly staff is also known for providing excellent support services for hiking, including helpful trail reviews, guidance, and packed lunches for your excursions.
The hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a lobby and bar area perfect for unwinding. The authentic character of Hotel Lunajuim is evident in its slightly frayed edges and older amenities, which add to the charm of this older property.
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Many reviewers praised the hotel staff for being very friendly, kind, and helpful, especially with recommendations and accommodating requests. (8 mentions)
The hotel's location is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect, being central and convenient for exploring the area. (5 mentions)
The hotel provides great support services for hikers, including helpful trail reviews and suggestions, as well as a packed lunch service. (3 mentions)
Several reviews mentioned that the rooms were comfortable, though a few noted that they were either not very quiet or felt dated. (3 mentions)
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Wifi is insufficient during wind storms (super frequent) and also when the hotel is full (afternoons and evenings after hiking). Wifi is ok early AM and late... Read more
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