Estancia Rincón Chico

8 rooms from £771 per night

“This traditional Patagonian ranch is located on the Valdés Peninsula and has been rated one of the best local lodges. Comfortable guestrooms feature wooden floors, plush throws and heritage furniture, plus beautiful views. Unwind in the cosy living room after a walk; an authentic country retreat.”

Hotel Review

If you want to experience the authentic Patagonian wilderness, Estancia Rincón Chico may be the hotel for you. Set on the remote Península Valdés, it is at least a three-hour transfer from the nearest airport, but in exchange for the trip you can live in among the wildlife of this breathtaking region. The ranch was named the best lodge in Argentina by National Geographic; cast a glance over the simple, comfortable bedrooms, cosy sitting room and acres of beautiful grounds and it is easy to see why. There are no pretensions here - the hoteliers are well-acquainted with the natural surroundings and want to let the peninsula speak for itself. Built in the traditional, 19th-century British style, the ranch is warm and cosy inside, with open, wood-burning fires. Hands-on hosts Agustín and María provide extra services like guided tours of the beach; look out for whales off the coast during your hike. There is hearty, homecooked food in the evenings and lunchboxes are available for day excursions. A beautiful nature retreat.

Written by HG Staff

Recommended For

Local exploring
There is lots to explore local to the hotel, from beaches replete with sea lions to birdwatching outposts
Back to Nature
With a breathtaking location on the Valdés Peninsula, this hotel makes a unique back-to-nature getaway
Families
There are lots of family-friendly activities available for families travelling with older children
Birdwatching
Discover the array of birds that frequent this part of the Patagonia with a birdwatching excursion; borrow hotel binoculars
Wildlife Area
Go on a wildlife-watching exploration with a bilingual biologist as a guide; book through the hotel
Cycling
Explore the local area on two wheels on mountain bikes available from the hotel
Minimum Stay
Two-night minimum stay
Sit-out Terrace
Outstanding location
Views

Family Suites
Quiet
Remote
Secluded setting
Intimate
Charming
Traditional
Child friendly
In/by a Nature Reserve
Restaurant

Facilities

Wifi
Sporadic wifi due to the location
Minimum Stay
Two-night minimum stay
Sit-out Terrace
Not suitable for disabled guests
No pets
Fireplace
Bar

Family Suites
Parking
Views
Sitting Room
Child friendly
Garden
Restaurant

Activities

Birdwatching
Discover the array of birds that frequent this part of the Patagonia with a birdwatching excursion; borrow hotel binoculars
Wildlife Area
Go on a wildlife-watching exploration with a bilingual biologist as a guide; book through the hotel

Cycling
Explore the local area on two wheels on mountain bikes available from the hotel

Map & Location

What's Nearby

Videos

Other Reviews

Estancia Rincón Chico

A stylish, comfortable ranch that makes a virtue out of its remote location on the Unesco-listed Valdés Peninsula. It offers incredible views from the steppe and access to the extraordinary marine wildlife nearby.

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)

Send Enquiry

8 rooms from £771 per night