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Xelena Hotel & Suites SANTA CRUZ, ARGENTINA
Set on the shores of Lake Argentino, in the heart of Argentinian Patagonia, El Calafate is the gateway to one of South America’s most extraordinary natural landscapes. Known for its proximity to the Unesco World Heritage Site of Los Glaciares National Park, this remote corner of Patagonia captivates travellers with its dramatic scenery, pristine wilderness and profound connection with nature. Xelena Hotel & Suites enjoys a privileged position
overlooking the shores of Lake Argentino. With lake views stretching towards the Patagonian horizon, the hotel offers a peaceful retreat where guests can immerse themselves in the tranquillity of southern Argentina while remaining within easy reach of its most remarkable natural attractions. After a day of exploration, guests can unwind in comfortable accommodation and enjoy wellness experiences including an indoor-outdoor heated pool, whirlpool bath, sauna and spa treatments. A culinary offering inspired by local ingredients and regional flavours completes the experience, making Xelena Hotel & Suites an ideal base.
The lake is the starting point for some of
Patagonia’s most unforgettable experiences. At the heart of the region lies the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the few glaciers in the world that continues to advance. Visitors can witness the extraordinary spectacle of enormous blocks of ice calving from the glacier’s towering walls before crashing into the turquoise waters below. Boat trips across Lake Argentino also reveal a frozen world of dramatic ice formations, including Upsala Glacier and Spegazzini Glacier, whose walls rise more than 130 metres above the water, making it the highest glacier front in Los Glaciares National Park. The region’s natural wonders extend far beyond
its glaciers. Patagonia’s steppe, wetlands and forests are home to an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including guanacos, Andean foxes, flamingos, black-necked swans and the majestic Andean condor. Just minutes from the town centre, Laguna Nimez Natural Reserve offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities, where visitors can spot white-tufted grebes, southern lapwings and, on occasion, the colourful Austral parakeet.
DON’T MISS Witness the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier, then unwind overlooking Lake Argentino
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Need to know
KEY FEATURES • Heated indoor-outdoor pool & spa • Mora restaurant & Pierrot lobby bar • Lake-view accommodation • Fitness centre & sauna
KEY ACTIVITIES • Perito Moreno Glacier excursions • Wildlife-watching at Laguna Nimez Reserve
• Patagonian gastronomic experiences • Boat tours on Lake Argentino
GET IN TOUCH •
hotelxelena.com • +54 2902 496201 •
info@xelena.com.ar •
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