Kosten Aike offers an unbeatable location in El Calafate, just 2 blocks from the Shopping Center and a few minutes from the International Airport. The hotel takes its name from the voices Kosten (Wind) and Aike (place), but in addition to its name tehuelche, all bedspreads, curtains, folders, fittings and plastic compositions were specially made by prominent Argentine artists recreating the ancestral designs of the town Tehuelche, recognized for its high aesthetic concept and perfect geometry.
Plaza de Los Pioneros is right around the corner from this El Calafate hotel, while Glaciarium Museum bus stop is approximately 5 minutes' walk away. The Kosten Aike offers access to the Regional Museum, located a mere 1.3 km away. Visit Argentino Lake, about 10 minutes' drive from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Argentina. The area also includes natural sites like the Laguna Nimez Reserve, which are not far from this hotel.
Standard Double/Twin/Triple
This room includes a cable TV, extra long beds, a safe and a work desk. It also includes a minibar and private bathroom facilities.
Superior Double/Twin/Triple
This room features flat-screen TV, heating and a work desk. It also includes a minibar and private bathroom facilities.
Suite
A spacious suite with chic decor, a cable TV and a private bathroom with a spa bath.
Room Amenities:
Minibar
Shower
Bath
Safety deposit box
TV
Telephone
Hairdryer
Hot tub
Balcony
Bathrobe
Spa bath
Desk
Seating Area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Private bathroom
Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Heating
Cable channels
Bath or shower
Flat-screen TV
Sofa
Wake-up service
Wardrobe or closet
Bidet
Towels
Linen
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Clothes rack
Toilet paper
Sofa bed
Socket near the bed
El Calafate, Argentina, is the gateway to the stunning Los Glaciares National Park, featuring the world-renowned Perito Moreno Glacier as its main attraction, where you can walk the walkways, take a boat ride, or trek on the ice. Beyond the glacier, top activities include visiting the Glaciarium ice museum, exploring the city's Avenida del Libertador, visiting historic estancias, and sampling local cuisine like Patagonian lamb and calafate berry treats.
Must-Do Glacier Activities
Perito Moreno Glacier: The main highlight, offering massive glaciers to view from designated walkways (pasarelas).Glacier Trekking: Take a "mini-trekking" tour or the "Big Ice" tour with Hielo y Aventura to walk directly on the Perito Moreno glacier.
Glacier Kayaking: Experience the glacier up close by kayaking in the surrounding turquoise waters.
Boat Tours: Take a "Todo Glaciares" tour, often through Solo Patagonia, to see other glaciers like Upsala and Spegazzini, which are larger than Perito Moreno.
Top Attractions & Experiences
Glaciarium: A modern glaciology museum that provides in-depth information about the ice fields, located just outside town with a shuttle service.
Yeti Ice Bar: Located inside the Glaciarium, this bar is made entirely of ice.
Laguna Nimez Reserve: A fantastic spot to see flamingos and other local birdlife, within walking distance of downtown.
Estancia Tours: Visit traditional ranches like Nibepo Aike or Estancia Cristina (accessible by boat) to experience local, rural culture, horse riding, and sheep shearing.
Punta Walichu Caves: Explore archaeological sites to see ancient cave paintings and panoramic views of Lake Argentino.
Calafate Mountain Park: Offers, tubing, snowshoeing, and skiing in winter, or biking and quad bike adventures in summer.