Fodor's Expert Review Weskar Patagonian Lodge

Weskar stands for "hill" in the language of the Kawéskar, to whom owner Juan José Pantoja, a marine biologist, pays homage in creating and maintaining this cozy lodge, which is high on a ridge overlooking the Última Esperanza fjord. Rustic fireplaces and several different lounge nooks are ideal when coming back from the windy and cold outdoors. The hotel also has a bar and a restaurant with a basic lunch menu and more elaborate dinner options. All rooms are simply decorated in log-cabin style but warm and welcoming with locally woven blankets—and almost all have stunning lake views.