El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
El Calafate Regional Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Calafate History Exhibition Hall - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Gnome Village - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 21 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Pietro's Cafe - 5 min drive
Casimiro Bigua Parrilla & Asador - el Calafate - 6 min drive
Borges y Alvarez Libro-Bar - 6 min drive
La Tablita - 4 min drive
Viva la Pepa - 5 min drive
About this property
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico
When visiting El Calafate, Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out El Marques, which serves Argentinean cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
El Marques - This restaurant specializes in Argentinean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travelers 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%).
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Hosted evening meal costs USD 14
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Fuerte Hotel Panorámico
Fuerte Calafate
Fuerte Calafate Panorámico
Fuerte Panorámico
Fuerte Calafate Panoramico Inn
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico Inn
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico El Calafate
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico Inn El Calafate
Frequently asked questions
Does Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Casino Club El Calafate (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico and nearby?
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico?
Yes, El Marques offers Argentinean cuisine.
Does Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico like?
Fuerte Calafate Hotel Panorámico is a short 17-minute walk from Laguna Nimez and 17 minutes' walk from Lago Argentino.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Mar 8, 2020
great place
The Calafate is a beautiful town, there are many activities to do, The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the must and The Chaltén another must you do, El Fuerte Hotel has an amazing panoramic view of the city and the lake, the rooms are ok, the food delicious and the service is excellent
Miguel Angel
Miguel Angel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2020
Very attentive the owners and great attitude.
Would return again.
Lou
Lou, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2019
A Home far from home.
It was really amazing. The hotel staff was extremely friendly. Cleanliness was spot on. The buffet breakfast was really good. the view from the hotel was amazing.
I definitely recommend people to stay in here. I haven’t been in a hotel with as good people as this one.
Vinay
Vinay, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 7, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 1, 2019
Best views. The way to the hotel and food should be improved.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 24, 2018
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2018
Owner/ manager and staff are very accomodating. Hotel ambiance is warm.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 9, 2018
I turned up to this hotel having booked and paid many months previously to be told there was no room for us.(I cant believe they couldn't have emailed me to let me know) The owner said he ha found us another place to stay and that they would throw in a dinner as compensation. the other hotel was nearby,(and I think would have been better than the one we were rejected from). Expedia should look at there booking system as the owner blamed them for there being no room( I didnt believe that) anyway we ended up staying at Tehuel plaza and I would give it 10 out of 10 and thoroughly recomend it as a good place to stay. the dinners they supplied vere very tasty and seemed like home cooked argantine food
norm
norm, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 9, 2018
Intimate experience with an excellent view
The staff made the experience very intimate and lovely as they were very accommodating to us.
The only slight downside was the size of the room and the fact that people would be turned off by the location of the hotel compared to some closer to the centre.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2018
The staff were VERY friendly here! We messed up the dates of our reservation and the owners kept the place open just for us! Couldn’t be happier with the service we recieved.
Miya
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2018
Friendly, helpful people. A decent room.
A good room with a great view. Very helpful people. Only a few minutes drive outside Calafate so ideal if you have a car and only a short taxi ride if not.
Keith
Keith, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2018
Amazing views
Very welcoming and friendly host. Amazing views over the bay. Take binoculars, you might spot flamingos.
sophie
sophie, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 22, 2018
Great Views but Small Rooms!
Views are phenomenal here & so is the owner, he’a very friendly & helpful. Food & views at the upstairs restaurant are great! But my room was a little small for my taste & felt quite cramped (bathroom door ran into toilet). It’s also quite far from town (not that walk-able), so if you want to be close to town ~ stay elsewhere!
Noelle
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2018
I absolutely loved staying here. We unfortunately got in late and had to leave early, but our short time there was great. The hotel is run by a father and son who are extremely kind and welcoming. The hotel feels more like a home and is very cozy. The rooms have high ceilings and the entire hotel is wonderfully decorated. Upstairs, there is a restaurant with amazing views overlooking the town and the lake. The chef makes every meal fresh to order and the food is absolutely incredible. If I am ever back in the area, I am most definitely going to be staying here again; I highly recommend it.
Brooke
Brooke, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 9, 2018
Easy access hotel. Great staff
The hotel has an amazing view. Rooms are clean but bathrooms very cramped. Easily accessible as you enter into El Calafate. Perfect stop for the night before flying out.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 26, 2018
Cosy Stay
It was a cosy hotel with a nice view and the staff was very gentle. We really liked the place and Calafate is an amazing spots in the world.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2018
Very pleasant stay
This hotel is located quite far from the center of the city, but with car it's only better than staying in a busy center. Rooms are not big but super clean. Beds a comfy and breakfast is decent too. the best gem is the owner Gaby, she makes you feel like home. She does her best to accommodate all your needs. Hotel restaurant was closed during our stay but Gaby let us use tableware with the outside food and wine we brought with us. She was super nice and after only 2 nights we felt like knowing each other for ever. She isn't very fluent in English, but does her best to explain every question. Overall we felt very well in this hotel.
Eve
Eve, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 6, 2018
Would stay again!
One night quick stop in El Calafate!
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 28, 2017
A great option on the outskirts of El Calafate
Nestor and Gabrielle are excellent hosts! A bit far from the city center but the amazing views make up for that.
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1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2017
Beautiful views from the hotel.
Friendly staff, limited breakfast choices and remarkable selection of provided food (f.e. one little container of jelly with more than plenty bread). Windy spot but we ware given a room at the back where there was very limited wind noise.
You should primarily chose this hotel for the view and the friendly staff.
Henri
Henri, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2017
My husband and I stayed here for 3 days 2 nights! The hotel is very pretty and cozy, more of a rustic look! the beds are not the most confortable beds, will not compare to a Hiltons bed BUT they are very clean, the staff is super friendly and very helpful, it has a gorgeous view to the city and lake, completely serve the purpose for the price! They have a restaurant with really good local food! Will definitely recommend this hotel!!!
Elena
Elena, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 28, 2017
The service at this hotel was very good and it was clean. However, the rooms were very outdated and the bathroom and hallways smelled bad. We only stayed for one night. Also, they advertise a TV, but there was only 5 channels and they didn't work half the time.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2017
The Best!
First, let me say I almost never write reviews although I travel for a living. I cant cant recommend this hotel enough. Nestor, the manager, was welcoming; helpful; courteous; and professional. He went well above what I think excellent service is. The hotel, while not downtown, has great views from the highest point in El Calafate. For the price this hotel is a steal. In all honesty the price doubled I would stay here if I visited El Calafate again.
Lanier
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Mar 28, 2017
Good view. But that's it
A run down hotel, this place is not worth it's price in anyway. The rooms are small, which is fine, but the windows are small too so you can barely see the views. The breakfast was laughable, even by Argentine standards. The staff were completely unhelpful and rude. I was belittled by the owner and told to be more 'tranquil' because I wanted a taxi quickly. He was very rude and I do not recommend any women should stay there. He is a horrible representation of the machismo man. And does no speak English
Mae
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2017
Nice hotel great view excelent service
Nice hotel, not close from town center but not far. Hotel staff great!