Tierra Patagonia
Senderos Soul
It’s not unusual for guests to miss the entrance to Tierra Patagonia. It’s just a small red sign and a gate, the graceful and curvaceous hotel itself blends so well into the Torres landscape that you only see it once you are right up close - and what a breathtaking piece of architecture it is, both inside and out! It’s fair to say that Tierra Patagonia is a slice of indulgence at the end of the world, with mesmerising views across the lake and to the mountains from all of the rooms. I spent a good deal of my time there in a happy, trace-like state, just staring out of the windows as herds of guanco passed by, so close you felt you could reach out and ruffle their fluffy coats. The warmth, knowledge and passion of the guides left a lasting impression on me. We factored in extra time on our excursions because every single time a guide saw a piece of litter they would stop and pick it up - such is their pride in, and care for the landscape they live and work in. One asked me why I was wearing my headphones on a walk? It was a good point, it turns out I was missing an essential element of Patagonia - the sound of silence! Horse riding with local Huaso (Chilean gauchos) we passed through ancient woodland, its branches rich with huge and multicoloured lichen. They can only survive and grow in the purest of air, so I breathed in deeply, hoping some of that ‘aire puro’ would rinse a few decades of city living out of my lungs. Tierra Patagonia mirrors the landscape of Patagonia itself in a myriad of ways, my strongest impression is that it reconnected me with all my senses, touch, taste, sight, smell & hearing. Be that swinging in basket chairs, running my hands along beautifully crafted wooden surfaces, sipping fine carmenere wine or relaxing in an outdoor hot-tub with possibly the best views in the world!
- Naomi, Senderos
Key Facts
No. of rooms: 40
Category of rooms:
Standard (35m2): king or twin beds, in-room bathtub, ensuite shower bathroom, views across the Torres del Paine.
Superior (37m2): king or twin beds, armchair, ensuite bathroom with separate tub and shower, views across the Torres del Paine. These rooms can interconnect to form Family Apartments, sleeping up to 6 in 2 rooms including extra beds.
Suite (51m2): split level room with living area on the top floor, king or twin beds on lower floor, ensuite bathroom with separate tub and shower, views across the lake and Torres del Paine.
Facilities and Amenities: large central space with fire, living room, library, TV room, map area, dining room, bar, Uma spa (indoor pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, relaxation rooms, private treatment/massage rooms), babysitting on request.
Internet: WiFi in public areas and guest iPads
Excursion min / max pax: 2HD or 1FD, no minimum, max 8 (in practice 4-6)
Dates of operation: 7th Oct. 2024 – 15th Apr. 2025
Rates from: (2024-25) Oct, March and April US$2,094 per room per night in a Standard double room on an all-inclusive basis. Other months US$2,868 per room per night in a Standard double on an all-inclusive basis. For holiday rates and other rooms please see links below in our Gallery and Resources box.
Rates include: All inclusive (transfers*, meals, drinks, daily guided excursions in a small group, use of pools and spa; treatments extra). * Regular transfers at the published times are included to and from Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales and Cerro Castillo. Please review transfer times before buying your flight tickets. Transfers at published times to and from El Calafate, Argentina, are available for an extra charge.
Min age: 10 years – excursions can be adapted for families.
Minimum stay: 3 nights (except 20/12/24 – 01/01/25 6 nights min).
Senderos recommends: 5 nights, to take advantage of the incredible excursions on offer and just being in this awesome natural setting.
Affiliations: Virtuoso, Traveller Made, Safe Travels.
Awards:
Condé Nast Traveller – Hot List – 2023
Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
World Travel Awards 2019 – South America’s leading luxury boutique hotel
PURE Award – Unsung Hero 2018
Wallpaper Design Awards 2013 – best new hotel
Travel + Leisure Design Awards 2013 – Best Resort
Condé Nast Traveller – Hot List – 2012
Stories:
Senderos stories celebrate the positive impact that sustainable and regenerative tourism can bring to destinations, communities and the environment.
- Click here to explore the fascinating interview with Annette (see below), the market manager for Tierra Patagonia, part of the Tierra hotels collection.
“Tourism can make or break a destination when it comes to cultural expression. At Tierra there’s a rich cultural exchange and closeness with the local communities.”
Sustainability
- The lodge was designed with the environment in mind. Built from sustainable lenga wood, the innovative architecture blends seamlessly into the landscape, a Unesco Biosphere reserve. Furnishings were handmade by Chilean craftspeople and influenced by the culture of native Tehuelche people. Design features include LED lighting, thermal efficiency, and a kitchen garden is planned.
- Tierra is fully committed to minimising their footprint and helping conservation in this pristine environment. All hotels are single use plastic free.
- In partnership with the Chilean Tourist Board and Forest Association to deliver an ambitious reforestation project across Chilean Patagonia’s national parks.
- Details on the current redesign using recycled platic materials can be found on this blog.
Need to know:
- Exhilarating guided adventures through the rugged mountains, pampa, glaciers, rivers and ice lakes of Torres del Paine National Park. Most guides are local.
- Everything is tailored to your individual interests; you can choose a range of half or full-day adventures, with three levels of difficulty. And you can explore on foot, by bike, by kayak/boat or on horseback.
- In addition to the published activities, there are many more available locally, depending on guests’ interests and activity levels, or if they’re return visitors
- Elegant, understated rooms with sheepskin rugs, luxe bathtubs and glorious views over the lake and Paine Massif. There are no TVs, which allows you to focus on the natural world instead.
- The signature Uma Spa features a heated indoor pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, yoga room and range of therapies with all-natural ingredients
- All inclusive packages, with a varied contemporary menu in the dining room.
- Family friendly (over 10 years) with fun-filled tailored adventures
Perfect for:
Those looking for adventure in the great Patagonia outdoors without sacrificing comfort.
Getting there
Tierra Patagonia sits on the shores of Lake Sarmiento within Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, southern Chile.
By Road
Self-driving possible from Punta Arenas (336km).
By Boat
Cruises from Argentina will arrive at Punta Arenas pier. From here shared transfers are included in the rates (4.5-hour drive).
By Air
Nearest airport: Puerto Natales (1 ½ hours by road) or Punta Arenas (4 ½ hours by road).
Gallery & Resources
Follow this link to Senderos Resources for Tierra Patagonia to access
- Images, our selection
- Fact sheets
- Presentations
- Rack rates
- Excursion lists
- And other useful information.
Tierra has its own image library here.
Weather
The weather in Torres del Paine is very changeable, with extremes in temperatures – ranging from 1-19 degrees C – and sunshine, wind and rain, sometimes even in the same day.
Summer (Jan-March): temperatures range between 7-19 degrees C
Autumn (April-May): temperatures range between 1-7 degrees C. This is the rainiest season.
Winter (June-Sept): hotel closed
Spring (Oct-Dec): temperatures range between 7-15 degrees C.
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