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A Tatler spa pick in Patagonia's wine country. New 18-room boutique hotel in Neuquen [other worldly forests of monkey trees and numerous dinosaur digs]. Tatler writes about Valle Perdido, "The whole place is goggle-eyed about viticulture: estate-bottled wines are drunk with wild board and venison and the wine bar is all about the Havanas and glasses of Malbec. So, not obviously healthy stuff, But then there is the spa, with cool-mist showers, sauna and indoor/outdoor pool, [therapies maximizing grape components]. It's a question in other words, of detoxing before retoxing." [Tatler, Valle Perdido, review]

Last Update: February 18, 2010 | Created: February 18, 2010

Hosteria Los Notros, El Calafate, Patagonia

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54 2902 499510

"In the most privileged place of Patagonia, known for its lakes and rivers, snowcapped mountains, cliffs and majestic fiords, native woods and spectacular millennial glaciers lay Hosteria Los Notros. The only hotel facing the Perito Moreno Glacier is waiting for you. Los Notros is only open from September to April." [Kiwi Collection]

Last Update: February 08, 2010 | Created: February 08, 2010

Estancia Alta Vista, Patagonia, El Catafate

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54 2902 49 9902

DailyCandy suggests, "Drive across the Andes [from Chile] into Argentina and check into Estancia Alta Vista, a turn-of-the-century inn surrounded by a sheep farm. Afternoon activities: horseback riding and ice trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier."

Last Update: September 24, 2009 | Created: September 22, 2009

Legado Mitico, Salta

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54 11 4833 1300

Fashionable hotel in the "pretty" colonial town Salta, in the foothills of the Andes. Commenting on Legado Mitico, the FT writes, "The former home of one of the patrician clans, its colonial wardrobe now holds the property's Argentinean wine collection and a huge library has volumes about the region's wine history." In March 2009, Tatler featured Legado Mitico in Hotel hotspot: "Forget contemporary cool- this hotel is full of antique Argentine flair so you won't forget where you are. The owners--architects Javier Figueroa and Horacio Menendez--also have a B&B in Buenos Aires--a cool insider spot." Doubles from $150.

Last Update: March 03, 2009 | Created: August 06, 2008

Estancia Colomé, Salta

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54 3868 49 40 44

A 2008 DailyCandy honeymoon pick, a compound of adobe buildings comprising stables and 9 stylish, romantic guest suites in a "ravishingly high altitude setting." Activities include tours of Colomé vineyards, horseback riding, hiking, biking, and tennis. Vogue says that Colomé is known for its "biodynamic" farming techniques, "which means that guests at the estancia dine on some of the freshest and healthiest cuisine in Argentina." In addition, the mountain towns of Molinos and Cachi are among Salta's most picturesque. Doubles from $290.

Last Update: November 11, 2008 | Created: October 11, 2007

Estancia El Rocio, 100 km from BA

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54 22 7142 0488

Good getaway spot from BA, located on 400 acres in the Pampas (the plains between the Atlantic Ocean and the Andes. Well-appointed estancia with a pool, excellent organic food and top-notch polo lessons, run by a glamorous husband-wife team (she managed Hermes in BA).

Last Update: May 06, 2008 | Created: April 27, 2008

Cavas Wine Lodge, Alto Agrelo, Mendoza

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54 261 410 6927

Wallpaper writes about Cavas Wine Lodge, "Finally there's a luxurious hotel to accommodate the well-heeled wine fanatics who flock..." to this region. 14 futuristic adobe bungalows among the vines with spectacular views of the Andes.

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: September 26, 2007

Design Suites Calafate, Lake Argentino, Santa Cruz

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54 2902 494 525

The first design hotel in this hot Argentine destination, close to the amazing Patagonian Perito Moreno Glacier. Contemporary look using Patagonian woods and stone. Amenities include an indoor/outdoor heated pool, a sauna, a spa, an art gallery, plus stunning scenery. Room rates from $125.

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: September 20, 2007

El Colibrí, Córdoba

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54 3525 465 888

Posh resort on 420 acres counting with two polo fields with lessons for all levels, 9 stylish rooms and suites, and amazing views of Cordoba Mountain. Lots of other actvities, including horse riding, helping gauchos with their ranching, swimming pool, spa, wine tasting, bird watching, and mountain biking. [El Colibri, review]

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: October 11, 2007

Hostería Rincón del Socorro, Corrientes

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54 3782 497 172

Good spot for a eco-vacation, says the FT. Check out the web site for details about it and its sister properties.

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: October 15, 2007

House of Jasmines, Salta, edge of the Andes

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54 387 497 2002

100 year old house converted into a small romantic hotel with 7 stylish rooms and one separate two-bedroom house. Located at the foothills of the Argentinean Andes, just 7 km from Salta Airport. Great place to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Salta during the day then relax at night in the hotel's 300 sq m spa before a fine meal of traditional food in the restaurant. Rates from $175.

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: October 11, 2007

Posada La Caldera, La Caldera, Salta

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54 387 490 0032

A "six-room hideaway" in a house owned by the same family for 250 years. Tastefully decorated with family heirlooms, religious icons and vintage carpets from the region. Beautiful gardens and a lovely pool. Activities include biking, hiking and horseback riding. Doubles from $54.

Last Update: October 31, 2007 | Created: October 11, 2007

1884 Restaurante Francis Mallman, Mendoza

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54 261 424 2698

Fine country restaurant by superstar chef Francis Mallman, located in the manor house and garden of the Bodega Escorihuela winery, 10 minutes from Mendoza. Excellent beef and Mallman's creative, seasonal dishes using local produce. For valuable wine and sightseeing tips for the Mendoza area, read the attached, December 2008 W Magazine article, Southern Exposure.

Last Update: March 29, 2009 | Created: October 20, 2007