22 Best Hotels in Argentina

This former state-owned hotel, a short ride out of town, has comfortable rooms and recreational facilities that invite you to linger; the view from the swimming pool takes in most of the city and the mountains beyond. Altos de la Viña's 12-acre property also includes a spa and tennis court, plus reasonably priced restaurant Olaroz.

Impressive lake views from the upper floors make this waterfront lodging a standout in its price category. The property also boasts an outdoor terrace, Alpine accents in the pine roofbeams and floors, and a friendly, professional staff. The location—right behind the Centro Cívico—is unbeatable for those looking to stay in town.

This gorgeous boutique hotel in the village of Tolombón, 14 km (9 miles) south of Cafayate, occupies an 1892 colonial mansion; there's a wine bar and cellar, an excellent restaurant, a reading room complete with fireplace, and a peaceful spa overlooking endless vines. Rooms are spacious and nicely decorated, with views of the garden and large swimming pool. At the back of the hotel you can find the Tolombón Ruins.

Perfect for business travelers on extended stays, couples looking for some stretching room, or families in need of some privacy, this apartment-style hotel's accommodations are bright, roomy, and pleasant. They all have shiny wooden floors, snowy white linens, functional kitchens, and contemporary artwork. A couple blocks away is the slightly bigger Art Suites & Gallery, decorated in the same fresh, contemporary aesthetic. Both properties are located in residential pockets of Recoleta, conveniently close to the neighborhood's favorite sights, shopping, and restaurants.

Suites, apartments, cabins: every room at this scenic complex in Puerto Manzano has a panoramic lake view. A-frame cabañas with decks and outdoor barbecues sleep up to seven, while all suites boast wooden Jacuzzis with views of the water. A large swimming pool and deck with grills, kayaks, and boats looks out onto the lake. During high season, a four-night minimum stay is required.

Stone and wood merge in the angular spaces of this hillside hotel in Puerto Manzano, which offers luscious views of the lake and mountains from its enormous windows. Every room is also graced with a Jacuzzi and abundant natural light. Added perks include a spa, indoor-outdoor pool, and private dock, plus impeccable service. A few extra pesos get you a private deck.

This small, intimate ski lodge is right on the slopes; you can watch the action from the terrace while having lunch, or hit the cozy piano bar for après-ski board games with tea or cocktails. A movie lounge for families is nearby. Many rooms have balconies and mountain views. The stay options are a 'mini-week' (two nights) or seven nights. 

Inside this posh mountain lodge, every detail—varnished pine beams, kilim rugs, stone hearths, all-wood floors—is chosen to convey an aura of rustic luxury, while outside, Lago Gutiérrez shimmers through the trees on the surrounding lawn. The combination makes this a great place to curl up with a book or lounge in a hammock. Prefer to expend some energy? No problem—just sign up in the lobby for the day's activities, which include kayaking, horseback riding, and folk-music concerts with Andean instruments.

This massive glass-and-steel structure puts you close to downtown and the seafood restaurants and fresh air of Puerto Madero. In the atrium lobby, exposed glass elevators and wraparound hallways are unusual and dizzying at times. Rooms have walk-in closets and large desks, and the turndown service always includes delicious little chocolates. The rooftop pool is a great place to sip a fruit smoothie and stare at the skyline.

This charming country cottage is surrounded by more than an acre of forest and offers simple rooms that are clean, quiet, and filled with natural light. Here, the family-friendly vibe oozes from every detail, whether it be the cozy dining room or the homemade breads and jams served at breakfast. The B&B's owners are a family of Slovenian migrants who have kept the business up over three generations, so when you're not chatting with them over pastries, they're happy to give you a tour of the sprawling grounds. The latter come complete with fruit orchards and an organic garden.

On a quiet street surrounded by well-tended gardens, this perfectly proportioned Tyrolean villa in Barrio Belgrano (Bariloche’s nicest neighborhood) is only four blocks from the city center, but it feels a world away. The owners are mountaineers and skiers, and their photos decorate the walls of the dining room, where homemade breads and jams are served to guests who gather at breakfast or teatime.

This unassuming hotel on a busy downtown street has a spacious lobby with hardwood floors and stone accents; some rooms also have nice views into the neighboring garden. The entire lodging has gotten a makeover in recent years, so as long as ambience isn't a priority, this is a good bet for those seeking clean, tastefully appointed accommodations at reasonable prices.

A full-on resort designed with families in mind, Iguazú Grand is bursting with facilities to keep every family member satisfied. Spacious rooms overlook the jungle or the four swimming pools, while parents looking to have a romantic dinner at one of the three restaurants (El Jardín's menu focuses on regional ingredients) can leave the children in the care of the kids' club. A short walk from the Brazilian border, you can take advantage of the Puerto Iguazú duty-free deals or catch the bus to Foz. The Iguazú Grand even has its own nature trail.

At this urban oasis, a white-marble lobby leads to a palm-fringed garden where you can enjoy a poolside breakfast or an afternoon cocktail. Sleek guest rooms have sophisticated color schemes complemented by black-and-white photos on the walls. Executive studios have whirlpool baths, and certain suites amazing views of a place that high-society Argentines have been dying to get into for years: Recoleta Cemetery. Loi Suites also operates three other apart-hotels in the city.

From the owners of Las Hayas (just around the corner on the winding mountain road), Los Acebos is a modern hotel on a forested ridge with a commanding view over the Beagle Channel; spacious and superclean rooms feature the same iconoclastic decor as Las Hayas, including the trademark fabric-padded walls, only this time with a ’60s-style color scheme. The restaurant serves international dishes in a chic dining room with sensational views. Staff are relaxed and personable, especially with the large number of well-heeled Argentine families who base themselves here, close to the nearby ski slopes. Guests can imbibe by the lounge fireplace or in the game room.

The friendly welcome from the owners makes staying at this B&B feel like visiting a friend's home (with great attention to detail in design and well-chosen furnishings). What makes it special is the level of advice and service that the knowledgeable team can give you: they are all mountain guides and have been living, working, and hiking in the area for more than a decade. Freshly squeezed orange juice is a nice touch at the abundant breakfast table.

This lovely estancia is an hour and a half from El Calafate in a bucolic valley overlooking Lago Roca and backed by snowcapped mountain peaks; where sheep and horses graze, friendly gauchos give horse-racing and sheep-shearing demonstrations, and every evening a communal table is laid for a supper of spit-roasted locally reared lamb. It's possible to visit Nibepo Aike by booking a day trip at the office in downtown El Calafate, but the best way to experience this unique property is a two-night stay in comfortable rooms decorated with original antiques and ranching memorabilia. All-inclusive packages are available, as is breakfast only; options include visiting glaciers and horseback-riding trips where you'll ride along the shores of an emerald glacier lake.

Near the famed Teatro Colón and the landmark Obelisco, the upscale Panamericano Buenos Aires has a lobby with a checkerboard marble floor that leads to large salons, a snazzy café, and conference rooms that are popular with local politicians. Rooms are spacious and elegant, with dark-wood furnishings and lavish fabrics. The top-floor pool and spa afford amazing views. Visit in the late afternoon to watch the soft pastels of a smoggy sunset give way to the neon glow on one of the world's widest avenues, Avenida 9 de Julio.

Surrounded by tall, leafy alamo trees, this enormous complex incorporates a country manor house, half a dozen convention rooms, a spa, and an indoor swimming pool. Prices halve in low season, which only adds to the sense that it's overpriced when you're most likely to visit El Calafate.

Taking "off the beaten track" to another level, this homey lodge sits on the banks of the Meliquina River in the middle of Parque Nacional Lanín and is a favorite with both fly fishermen and families. The spacious suites are comfortable, if modestly decorated, and all rooms have river views. Since there's no cellphone reception, guests have no choice but to enjoy the tranquilidad and swap their techno-addictions for walking, horseback-riding, and kayaking excursions. Homemade meals are prepared by your hosts, the delightful Echavarría clan.

What it lacks in intimate charm, it makes up for in practicality, professionalism, and energy. There's always something happening here: a visiting dignitary, an important meeting, an international conference. Rooms are standard, clean, and well equipped, all of which explain the hotel's popularity among American business travelers.

This resort-like hotel on the outskirts of town has a spacious lawn, pool with swim-up bar, and casual restaurant, giving children plenty of space to play and offering respite from a busy day sightseeing.