Complejo El Relincho
Complejo El Relincho offers cabins for 4 or 5 guests, duplex units for 2 or 3 guests and tiny houses for 2 guests, all with their own equipped kitchen and private bathroom. It is on El Chaltén's main avenue (545 San Martín Ave.), 2 blocks from the national park's main trailheads, and is open from October 1 to April 30.
A place to rest as if you were at home after every hike: on our property you can breathe fresh air and enjoy the quiet.
Check out El Relincho Camping as well, featuring high-quality facilities, two heated dining halls, communal kitchens, and showers with hot water 24 hours a day.
We'll be waiting for you!
Good to know
We speak: Spanish and English.
Open from October 1 to April 30.
Business hours: 24 hours.
Check-in: 3:00 to 11:00 PM.
Check-out: 10:00 to 10:30 AM.
Breakfast not included.
Smoking not allowed.
Pets not allowed.
Amenities
Three cabins for 4/5 guests, two duplex units for 2/3 guests and tiny houses for 2 guests, all with their own fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom.
Cabins
Three comfortable 3-room cabins with capacity for up to five guests: two cabins for 5 guests and one cabin for 4 guests. One bedroom with a double bed and the other with two single beds, plus storage furniture and a sofa bed in the dining room. Dining room with a fully equipped kitchen, including a mini-fridge, oven and utensils. Full private bathroom with shower and bathtub. Free Wi-Fi internet.
Duplex
Two duplex units for 2 and 3 guests, with the bedroom on the upper floor featuring a double box spring bed plus a single bed, or three single beds, depending on your needs. The ground floor has the entryway and a kitchen-dining room equipped with an electric oven and stove, a refrigerator with freezer, an electric kettle and utensils. Central heating by radiators. Private bathroom with shower. Free Wi-Fi internet.
Tiny House
Tiny houses for 2 guests, with the bedroom on the upper floor featuring a double box spring bed. The ground floor has the entryway and a kitchen-dining room equipped with an electric oven and stove, a refrigerator with freezer, an electric kettle and utensils. Central heating by radiators. Private bathroom with shower. Free Wi-Fi internet.
Services
- Rooms with bedding and furniture to store clothes.
- Kitchen equipped with refrigerator, utensils and cleaning supplies.
- Bathroom with hand towels and body towels.
- Excellent location, steps from supermarkets, a bakery, a pharmacy and restaurants.
- A few blocks from the access to the main trails.
- Advice on excursions and hikes.
- Free Wi-Fi internet throughout the property.
For your comfort
- TV in the main lounge.
- Uncovered parking next to the cabins.
- Attended by its owners.
- No pets allowed.
- Smoke-free property: no smoking.
- Children of any age are welcome.
- Quiet hours from 11:00 pm to 8:00 am.
Location
545 San Martín Ave., Z9301 El Chaltén, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Location and access map
Distance from the entrance to El Chaltén: 1,100 m.
From El Calafate Airport: 200 km to El Chaltén, about 3 hours by bus.
What our guests say
“El Relincho made our stay in El Chalten to be fantastic. From the checking in, flawless and easy, to the explanations of services, the clean rooms, the space […]”
Frequently asked questions
About the accommodation and services
We have three 3-room cabins for 4 or 5 guests, two duplex units for 2 or 3 guests, and tiny houses for 2 guests. The cabins have one bedroom with a double bed and another with two single beds, plus a sofa bed in the dining room. The duplex units and tiny houses have the bedroom on the upper floor (a double bed plus a single bed, or three single beds in the duplex units) and the kitchen-dining room on the ground floor.
Yes, all units have a fully equipped kitchen-dining room: the cabins with an oven, gas burners, a mini-fridge and utensils; the duplex units and tiny houses with an electric oven and stove, a refrigerator with freezer, an electric kettle and utensils. Heating in the duplex units and tiny houses is central, by radiators.
Complejo El Relincho is located at 545 San Martín Ave., on the main avenue, steps from supermarkets, a bakery, a pharmacy and restaurants, and just a few blocks from the access to the national park's main trails.
All units include bedding, furniture to store clothes, cleaning supplies and towels. We also offer advice on excursions and hikes, free WiFi, a TV in the main lounge, and uncovered parking next to the cabins. Attended by its owners.
No pets are allowed and smoking is not permitted on the property; all areas are smoke-free. Children of any age are welcome.
Booking, contact and hours
To book your stay at Complejo El Relincho, use the "Booking request" button, indicating your desired check-in and check-out dates, number of guests, and any additional comments or questions you'd like to add. Your request will reach us directly, with no intermediaries. We'll reply as soon as possible confirming availability for your dates, the price and the payment methods. You can also use the "WhatsApp chat" button.
You can send us a message using the "WhatsApp chat" button, or the "Send a query" button without needing to indicate dates or number of guests. We answer phone calls at +54 9 2966 64-9096, 24 hours.
Check-in: 3:00 to 11:00 PM. Check-out: 10:00 to 10:30 AM.
Yes, we ask for quiet hours between 11:00 pm and 7:00 am, for the rest of all our guests.
We are open from October 1 to April 30, with service 24 hours.
Useful information for your trip
Argentina
Official language: Spanish (castellano). In Buenos Aires and tourist areas, English is fairly well understood. Demonym: Argentine / Argentinian.
Currency: Argentine peso (ARS). Symbol: $. ISO code: ARS. US dollars are accepted at many hotels and tourist businesses (always ask about the exchange rate). There are official and parallel exchange rates ("dólar blue"). Recommended: exchange money at official exchange houses, banks, or Western Union. Bring clean, low-denomination cash dollars. Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in cities; cash is essential in small towns and for tips/taxis.
220-230 V / 50 Hz. Type C outlets (European, two round pins) and type I (Australian-style, two flat V-shaped pins + ground). Bring a universal adapter.
Valid passport (at least 3-6 months of remaining validity and blank pages recommended). Citizens of most countries in the Americas, Europe, Australia, Canada, Japan, etc. don't need a visa for tourism stays of up to 90 days. Always check with the Argentine embassy for your specific nationality. Additional entry requirements: round-trip ticket or proof of onward travel. Sufficient funds (approx. USD 50/day). Travel medical insurance (recommended/required under recent regulations – check whether Decree 366/2025 is in force; many sources require it with minimum coverage for emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation). A sworn declaration in some cases.
Time zone: UTC-3 (Argentina Time – ART) across the whole mainland. Daylight saving time has not been used since 2009. Phone code: +54.
911 (general emergencies – police/ambulance, with English-language support in Buenos Aires City). 100 Fire department. 107 Ambulance (SAME). 101 Police. Buenos Aires also has a dedicated Tourist Police.
Driving is on the right. A valid national license plus an international driving permit is recommended (depending on agreements and the rental company). Legal minimum age is 17 (rental companies usually require 21+).
In Buenos Aires: the SUBE card is used for the subway, buses, and trains. Useful apps: Cabify, Uber, BA Taxi.
Generally safe in major cities (Buenos Aires, Córdoba, etc.). In rural or remote areas, bottled water is recommended.
Not mandatory but expected for good service. Restaurants: 10%. Taxis: round up or leave the change. Hotels: bellhops and housekeeping as appropriate. Guides: 10%.
Good 4G/5G coverage in cities. Prepaid SIM cards are easy to buy (Claro, Movistar, Personal) with your passport. WiFi is common in hotels, cafés, and airports.
No mandatory vaccines. Recommended: routine vaccines up to date, plus yellow fever if visiting the north (Iguazú and surrounding areas). Medical insurance is strongly advised (and possibly required).
Highly varied: subtropical in the north, temperate in the center, cold/subantarctic in Patagonia. The best time to visit depends on the region (southern summer, Dec-Feb, for most of the country; winter for skiing).
Mealtimes run late (dinner starts around 9 pm). Siesta is common in inland towns. Mate-drinking culture. Asado (barbecue), empanadas, Malbec wine.
Normal precautions apply, as in any big city. Watch out for pickpockets in touristy areas of Buenos Aires. Avoid displaying valuables.
El Chaltén
El Chaltén is located about 210-220 km north of El Calafate via Route 40 + Route 41, fully paved: about 2.5 hours by car or private transfer, and about 3 hours by bus or shuttle, due to stops.
Chaltenense (the term used for people from El Chaltén).
High season: October to April (best for trekking). Peak: December-February (longer days, more visitors). Shoulder season: October-November and March-April (fewer crowds, good fall colors). Low season / winter: May-September (many services close, snow, difficult trails; for experienced visitors only).
The closest airport is Armando Tola International Airport, also known as El Calafate Airport (FTE). El Chaltén has no airport of its own. It's only reachable by land: daily buses run from El Calafate, usually departing in the morning, midday, and afternoon during the tourist season. Private transfers and rental cars are also an option. In high season, it's best to book in advance.
Extremely variable (all 4 seasons can happen in a single day). Very strong winds (Patagonia). Summer temperatures: 10-20°C (50-68°F) during the day, cool at night. Winter temperatures: -5 to 5°C (23-41°F) during the day, very cold at night. Layered clothing, a waterproof jacket, and a windbreaker are essential.
220V / 50Hz (same plug types as the rest of Argentina: C and I). Internet and cell signal are limited or intermittent (better in the town center). WiFi is available at most accommodations, though not always stable. Satellite internet (Starlink) is being adopted quickly. Mobile service: 4G (Movistar, Claro).
There's a branch of Banco Santa Cruz. ATMs (Banco Santa Cruz / Red LINK) are available, but they can be out of order or run out of cash. It's best to withdraw money in El Calafate beforehand.
There's a local health center with basic care and an ambulance (Puesto Sanitario). Serious emergencies are evacuated to El Calafate. Travel insurance with mountain/rescue coverage is highly recommended.
There's a YPF fuel station (Módulo de Abastecimiento Social, MAS) at the entrance to town, offering diesel and Super gasoline. Postal service: Correo Argentino.
Currency exchange offices.
A small, quiet town, 100% focused on trekking and nature. A backpacker and mountain-lover atmosphere. Meal and business hours are earlier than in Buenos Aires. There's a strong "mountain culture" and respect for the environment.
Since late 2024, there's an entrance fee for the main trails. Tickets are purchased online or via QR code (cash is not accepted at the trailheads). Multi-day passes are available.