Hotel Panamericano

The massive Hotel Panamericano is midway through a desperately needed makeover, essential if the hotel wants to keep its five stars (right now I'd say it's a three-plus). With 300 rooms, a casino, and a conference center, it's the biggest hotel in Patagonia. For the price, it offers none of the warmth, natural setting, or style of the Llao Llao, for example. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, and some have had a face-lift. Most, though, still have old and used bathrooms, stuffy curtains, and dated carpets. Hallways are particularly dark and dreary. The new spa is the finest in town, with a lovely top-floor pool and deck. Lake views are available only above the fifth floor; in fact, the hotel rarely books rooms on the bottom floors unless they're hosting a convention, although they have plenty of tour groups that keep the hotel busy year-round. The back rooms face an ugly building, but they're cheaper. The junior suites are quite nice; they're actually a better deal than the regular suites. They're a tad smaller, but they come with plant-filled balcony patios, outdoor table and chairs, a fireplace, and a living area. A double comes with two full-size beds or one king-size. Inside the lobby, a faux waterfall trickles in the background, and a bar/lounge regularly has live piano music. The hotel has another 100 or so rooms and a casino on the other side of the street, connected by an aerial walkway.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; bar; lounge; indoor pool; exercise room; sauna; room service; massage; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Back to Top