Calafate History Exhibition Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Gnome Village - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Calafate Fishing - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) - 22 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Yeti Ice Bar - 15 min walk
Heladeria Acuarela - 15 min walk
La Lechuza - 14 min walk
La Cocina - 14 min walk
La Lechuzita - 11 min walk
About this property
Cauquenes de Nimez
Enjoy your visit to El Calafate with a stay at Cauquenes de Nimez. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to midnight*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Argentina value-added tax (21%). Nonresident travellers 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 of ARS 3500 per vehicle (return. Maximum occupancy 3)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 15 April and 1 October.
Policies
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Cauquenes Nimez
Cauquenes Nimez El Calafate
Cauquenes Nimez Hotel
Cauquenes Nimez Hotel El Calafate
Nimez
Cauquenes De Nimez El Calafate, Argentina - Patagonia
Cauquenes De Nimez El Calafate
Cauquenes de Nimez Hotel
Cauquenes de Nimez El Calafate
Cauquenes de Nimez Hotel El Calafate
Frequently asked questions
Is Cauquenes de Nimez currently open?
The property is closed between 15 April and 1 October.
Does Cauquenes de Nimez offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cauquenes de Nimez 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cauquenes de Nimez?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cauquenes de Nimez?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Cauquenes de Nimez?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to midnight on request. The charge is ARS 3500 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cauquenes de Nimez?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Cauquenes de Nimez?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Club El Calafate (17-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Cauquenes de Nimez and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Cauquenes de Nimez?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Cauquenes de Nimez like?
Cauquenes de Nimez is a short 7-minute walk from El Calafate Regional Museum and 7 minutes' walk from Calafate History Exhibition Hall.
Cauquenes de Nimez Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
29 Mar 2024
david
david, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2024
Great stay
Service by Natalia was excellent, we stayed just one night but we had a great experience.
Tiny clean cozy room
Good breakfast
15 minutes walk from « downtown » El calafate and the restaurants
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Feb 2024
Good location. You can walk to town in 15 minutes and it was close to a beautiful lake .
Asiyeh
Asiyeh, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2024
Lorena
Lorena, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan 2024
Great stay in a lovely, cozy, rustic hotel
Great stay in a lovely, cozy, rustic hotel in El Calafate
Luca
Luca, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
9 Mar 2023
Breakfasts are not what they were! .. not very healthy- lots of sugar and reused food / not hot selection - juice is boxed and sugary - coffee dispenser broken and unhygienic. Restaurant has extremely poor selection- no afternoon tea offered anymore. Amenities getting tired and old - not particularly child friendly- staff were grumpy ( one lovely exception!) location being built out - no fan in the bathroom- only two teabags in room , no milk, no refreshments offered in room. Won’t be back.
Meridith Lee
Meridith Lee, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2022
Nice, friendly stay
Fantastic and super friendly staff! Room was clean and properly equipped, but a touch small. Good breakfast and dinner available on- site. Walking distance to town center.
Verified traveller
5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Feb 2020
We loved it and would go back
THis is the best hotel we stayed in Patagonia. THe room, breakfast and the kindness of the staff were unparalleled.
It was a great value for what we paid too!
Andrea
Andrea, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
30 Dec 2019
Maybe another time.
The water didn’t work for our stay. Maybe not their fault but obviously played a part in it not being our fave place ever. Front desk was awesome.
Isaac
Isaac, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Dec 2019
We found the hotel staff to be very helpful and loved the views! We would’ve enjoyed a larger breakfast selection and usually had to visit the local supermarket to stalk up on extra goods. The hotel was close to town, which was nice!! We were able to able to get around easily.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified CheapTickets guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2019
Excellent customer service
The service was top-notch. They held our bags while we went to visit the nearby glacier. The hotels feels more like a cosy B&B, with rustic charm, offering large bedrooms and nice garden view - plenty of spots to unwind with a good book. While for some being out of city may be difficult without a car, we enjoyed the quiet it provided. If you don't want to walk to town (~20mins), they offer dinner - must make reservations and pre-order.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2019
Great hotel
The hotel food was beautiful and rooms really well set out. The staff spoke English very well and were most helpful. A gem of a hotel only 500 metres walk from the centre of town.
David
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
9 Oct 2019
Friendly staff, very basic breakfast, paper thin wall, not Central enough
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 Mar 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2019
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2019
This hotel is a little gem, comfortable beds, good breakfast ,an option to eat (a well cooked)dinner there as well. Can't praise the place highly enough. 10 minute walk from main street. Friendly and helpful staff.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Dec 2018
Close to nature reserve and lake
We stayed one night on our way to another city. The hotel is eclectic and cozy. The staff was very kind and let us borrow bicycles to ride around town, which we appreciated. Breakfast was freshly prepared—yogurt, bread, granola, juice.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2018
This is very nice homey property. Small and personal. Price was $92 USD per night. Nice eating area for breakfast. We didn't take any other meals here though. The rooms were nicely decorated although small. A great location - quiet but within walking distance of downtown. Also close to a great birding area - Reserva Natural Laguna Nimez.. We would stay here again.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 Oct 2018
we moved
The room was tiny. The stairs were difficult especially with luggage. The staff was very nice but we moved to a different hotel in the same city for the remainder of our stay.
Richard
Richard, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2018
Nice hotel near the bird sanctuary
This hotel is quiet, a bit rustic and a short walk from the town center. It is located near the bird sanctuary and lagoon of Lagos Argentinos and while we hadn’t planned to visit, the sanctuary was both beautiful and relaxing in an otherwise busy visit. The hotel provides a very nice breakfast and dinner too if you make a reservation.
E.
Verified Orbitz guest review
6/10 Good
30 Dec 2017
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Dec 2017
Verified traveller
3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Feb 2017
Staff and homemade breakfast are amazing.
Very nice hotel with terrific attention to details. Staff are extremely kind and helpful.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Feb 2017
Quiet lodge on the edge of town
The hotel is about ten minutes walk from the centre of town, so was nice and quiet and rural. It's only a few minutes walk from the bird reserve next to the lake, which is well worth a visit. We were in the new annexe next door, which was nice and comfortable, although because of the wooden floors you could definitely hear people upstairs.
Breakfast was nice, although not overly big - not an issue for us as we were usually up and out early. Lunch boxes were also provided for excursions, and parking was straightforward. Tea and muffins in the evening were a very nice, welcome touch after a long day out in the Patagonian wilds!
Colin
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2017
Like staying with family you like
The hotel staff is really welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. The tea time from 5-7 is a great way to relax. The dining room has a beautiful view of the lagoon. And the sitting area downstairs is a cozy place to relax. We were drinking our wine and they brought us some cheese to go with it. We really liked staying here.