23 Best Hotels in The Northwest, 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.

This lovely 18th-century hacienda belonged to the last Spanish governor, its fantastic open courtyard, white adobe walls, and racing green doorways denoting the colonial era. Rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with king-size beds and large bathtubs. Kick back with afternoon tea under the pink pepper tree or laze about next to the swimming pool. Its location opposite the church ensures you can soak up Molinos’ atmosphere easily; the in-house restaurant is ideal for lunch stop-offs (the beef empanadas are widely touted as the best in the region) if you can't stay.

This hotel, on the main road in the heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, is a stunning colonial-style property, complete with a spa, an outdoor swimming pool, and spacious, well-appointed guest rooms. Design and simplicity combine for a comfortable stay. 

This elegant 10-room abode represents Salta, right down to the cardon cactus door panels and hand-stitched headboards depicting Andean landscapes. Comfortable en suite guest rooms, each named after a national park, have terraces and some boast a poolside view. You can lounge in the living room with a glass of Torrontés after a long day of sightseeing.

Although this stately white-adobe building looks like it's been here forever, it was in fact built in 2006. Inside, rooms are huge and comfortable with tasteful wood and iron furniture. Communal areas include an enormous reading room, a well-stocked bar, a wine cellar, and a lovely restaurant. In a separate building there's a fully equipped spa with outdoor Jacuzzi, and hotel staff can arrange trekking, horseback riding, and visits to archaeological sites. The hotel sits between two streams, with the Nevada de Cachi on one side, the Parque Los Cardones on the other, and the town spread out below.

Tucked away in one of the more elevated parts of Tilcara, thereby offering priceless panoramas, cozy rooms and cabins sporting traditional style, and plenty of comfort for up to four guests await at Villa del Cielo. Given that the hotel’s owner is also behind Huichaira Vineyards in Huichaira near Tilcara, there’s also a small vineyard. Shared spaces include a relaxing zone and a solid eponymous restaurant that opens to the public (mains around 12,000 pesos) and stocks local wines.

Once the only decent place to stay in Cachi, the Argentine Automobile Club hosteria is gaining some stiff competition, but is still a practical option thanks to its swimming pool, children's facilities, attractive garden, and reliable restaurant.

Conveniently located between the main plaza and Balcarce Street, Ayres de Salta has a small pool and fitness center on the roof and a good little restaurant on the ground floor; rooms are large and well-equipped. The staff can arrange excursions to the rest of the province and parts of Jujuy.

Despite appearances, this striking Georgian-style mansion only dates from the 1980s, when it was built as a private home. It still feels like one, with bright and airy rooms in the main house and in a guesthouse with huge windows, hardwood floors, and period furniture. The dark-wood-paneled penthouse suite has a vaulted ceiling; two of the double rooms in the guesthouse share a sitting room, making them ideal for a family or group.

After renovating a colonial-style mansion into a boutique hotel, El Bodeguero—named in tribute to its former owners, the renowned Etchart winemaking family—refreshes the accommodation options in downtown Salta. The property opened in 2024, and aesthetics are contemporary blended, stylish rooms using natural tones as well as natural materials such as leather and wool, and retaining original features such as the elevator and stairways. Details include upcycling wooden blinds as headboards. The in-house restaurant is excellent, includes an underground cellar room for private meals, and is an equally refreshing addition to Salta’s often traditional dining scene. 

Converted from a vintage villa, this boutique hotel stands out for its chic and traditional style and friendly service; the 12 guest rooms are tastefully decorated with traditional antiques and art. Common areas include a charming courtyard, a wine cellar, and a gorgeous stone-walled restaurant (Catalino) serving Andean cuisine.

For a taste at playing vineyard owner, book an elevated loft housed on El Porvenir de Cafayate's wine estate. Five contemporary suites opened in 2024 and the well-appointed rooms with queen-size beds and great linen include a wine cava, a coffeemaker, and a communal swimming pool. Vineyard and mountain views abound from the property, offering peace despite proximity to Cafayate's center.

The swimming pool is terrific, the garden is ample, and this property—the biggest and oldest hotel in town—is quite comfortable. Half the rooms are standard, the other half superior, with better views and decoration; all feature big bathrooms and lots of storage space.

This charming property in a former convent is run by a cheerful, attentive young staff; rooms are clean, bright, and well-priced. You can opt for a more private, apartment-style suite in the back with its own parrilla (barbecue). The hotel is on a lively street just a few blocks from many downtown attractions.

Designated as a National Historic Monument, the Salta occupies a handsome neocolonial building in the heart of the city; antique furniture and views of either the plaza or the surrounding mountains make every room attractive. You'll also find wooden balconies, blue-and-white tiling, sitting rooms on every floor, and a poolside bar-restaurant with an area for barbecues. Local master Ernesto Scotti painted the frescoes in the dining room.

The exterior of this beautiful old house belies the modern comforts within; an elegant lobby leads to a tastefully appointed sitting room, an airy courtyard, and a good (though expensive) restaurant. The rooftop pool area has great city views. The slightly pricier superior rooms have balconies overlooking a quiet plaza; suites have Jacuzzis.

This charming new-build that perfectly matches a colonial estancia opened in 2022, and thanks to the warm service and central location, has become a popular place to stay. White-washed walls and colorful tiles decorate shared spaces such as the dining room, while the focus of the central lawn courtyard is the swimming pool. Spacious rooms are tasteful and elegant, with regional art on walls. Make use of the concierge service to book winery tastings.

Carob wood and local boulders from the Quebrada de las Conchas were used to construct the little Casa de la Bodega, a rustic space with most mod cons that feels like peace personified. Guest rooms are spacious and well appointed; communal spaces include a living room overlooking the colorful hills, a restaurant, and a pool you can lounge by in summer. You can also visit the winery attached to the hotel, Peña Veyrat Durbex, for a wine-making close-up.

The various rooms, cabins, and houses here surround a garden of flowers and cacti; all accommodations are built with traditional local materials—adobe, cane, wood—and are decorated with a contemporary eye. A similar aesthetic is reflected in the restaurant, which is one of the best in town. The small pool is heated, so you can even take a dip on a cool evening, with a view of the Siete Colores range.

A few blocks from the square in a quieter area, Las Terrazas has nine spacious rooms, each with its own balcony. The bar serves snacks and regional wines, and there's also an outdoor swimming pool. Check out the ingenious water feature that flows inside and out, and the perfectly circular well that dates back more than 1,000 years (it was discovered during the hotel's construction). Flora fans will appreciate the owner's cacti collection.

All the reddish adobe walls of the cabins at Los Colorados, on the Cerro de Siete Colores, have rounded corners, giving the whole place a look of having been sculpted straight from the earth; it's a perfect spot for kicking back, whether you're curled up by the fireplace in your room or stargazing on the communal terrace.

Just two blocks from the plaza but already on the edge of town, this place feels like a hideaway; behind the large colonial-style building, with its big guest rooms and its fireplace-warmed common area, is a garden with a blue-and-white swimming pool and great views. There's also a well-stocked quincho—a sheltered barbecue area with tables, chairs, and an oven.

This long, thin, adobe boutique hotel overlooks a decent-size swimming pool; inside, rooms have simple decorations and low lighting. A special emphasis was placed on getting the bathrooms right; those in superior rooms have hot tubs. There's a snack bar on-site but no restaurant; given its close proximity to eateries in the town center, however, that's not a problem.