The most exclusive Estancias and Lodges in northwest Argentina

Welcome to the north of Argentina! In the provinces of Salta, Jujuy and Tucumán, you will find one of the most fascinating regions of the country, where exclusivity and natural charm merge in luxury estancias and lodges that offer unforgettable experiences.

Salta, the land of landscapes that look like something out of a postcard, combines stunning mountains and high altitude vineyards.

Jujuy, with its breathtaking Quebrada de Humahuaca and colourful hills, promises cultural immersion at every turn.

Tucumán, known as the Garden of the Republic, surprises with its lush vegetation and green valleys.

Each of the exclusive lodges in northwest Argentina is a gateway to the luxury and authenticity of these dreamy landscapes.

Our selection of the best lodges in Salta, Jujuy and Tucumán has been carefully curated to suit different travel styles and preferences, with special emphasis on the natural environment and the exceptional quality of services offered by each lodge.

• In exclusive wine lodges,
• In the middle of the mountains,
• Close to a city,
• Surrounded by vineyards.

In addition, to consider these lodges as the most exclusive lodges in the north of Argentina, we also consider that they must offer a variety of high quality services and activities, such as:

• Exclusive Wine Tastings: guided by expert sommeliers, including premium and limited edition wines.
• Gourmet Gastronomy: menus designed by renowned chefs using fresh, local products with wine pairings for each dish.
• Spa and Wellness: services including massages, facials, wine therapy and other relaxing therapies. Yoga and meditation sessions in natural surroundings.
• World-class amenities: saunas, jacuzzis, outdoor and heated pools. Fitness centre.
• Luxury Accommodation: stylish suites with all the comfort and panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains or gardens.
• Tailored activities and excursions according to guests’ interests.

1 Estancia House of Jasmines Relais & Chateaux

Just fifteen minutes from the city of Salta, at km 6 of National Route 51, you will find House of Jasmines, a unique paradise in the foothills of the Andes. As soon as you cross the gate, the calmness of the place and the beauty of the gardens will make you feel as if you were in a dream, with the stunning silhouette of the mountains as a backdrop.

This distinguished estancia, member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association, is owned by the Fenestraz family, who settled in Argentina to establish places that evoke the charm of the country’s old estancias.

In 2007, they bought this property from the famous actor Robert Duvall and turned it, according to the international press, into one of the most romantic stays in the world (and I can certainly vouch for that!). The impeccable ambience and personalised service make House of Jasmines not just a destination, but a luxury experience where peace and warmth are present from the very first moment.

With over 100 hectares of land, this oasis offers you spaces designed for comfort. Scented gardens and cosy rooms, every corner invites you to relax and enjoy nature. Here time stands still, and one cannot help but feel that one has found a home away from home, perfect if you are looking for luxury, privacy and a unique experience.

Amenities at House of Jasmines R&C

All the rooms in this luxury estancia in Salta are designed to make you feel comfortable in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. All of them have a king size bed, electric kettle, bathroom with shower, TV, WiFi, air conditioning and safe deposit box.

• Standard and superior rooms with terrace located in the main building. Surface area: 20m.
• Standard room with terrace, located in the garden of the estancia. Surface area: 18m.
• Junior Suite in a separate house. Surface area: 33m.
• Colonial style suites located in the garden of the estancia with living room and private terrace. Surface area: 40m.
• Master Suite: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 private terraces. Surface area: 68m.

House of Jasmines R&C Experiences

​2 Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel

Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel is located in the junction of National Routes 40 and 68, only a few kilometres away from the City of Cafayate and 193 km from Salta. It is an exclusive lodge located next to Bodega El Esteco, a historic winery founded in 1892. This four-star boutique hotel, considered one of the most exclusive lodges in northern Argentina, will allow you to discover the essence of Salta through wine culture and colonial charm.

Every corner of Patios de Cafayate has a sense of elegance and serenity, from its spacious gardens to the traditional colonial courtyards. The hotel’s proposal combines the pleasure of regional gastronomy and high altitude wines, offering an experience in where every dish and every glass of wine is a tribute to the flavours of the region.

You will see that this balance between nature, history and comfort makes the hotel an ideal place to relax and connect with the authenticity of the Valles Calchaquíes Valleys. The experience of tasting a high altitude wine while admiring the scenery is simply magic.

As a destination that celebrates the culture of Salta, Patios de Cafayate will offer you an unforgettable experience in a distinguished environment, set against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and the warmth of unparalleled hospitality.

Amenities at Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel

The room categories may be different but whichever you choose, each one reflects the unique style of the place and guarantees an atmosphere of calm and relaxation, ideal for making the most of the serene surroundings offered by this luxury hotel in the north of Argentina.

• Galería Room: This room overlooks the Patio de los Jazmines and measures 34 m2. It has spacious bathrooms that are ideal for a refreshing soak.
• Jardín Room: With a view of the gardens and hills, it measures 40m2. It has a dressing room and bathroom with bathtub.
• Colonial Room: Its windows overlook the hills. It measures 40m2, and has a dressing room and a large bathroom with bathtub.
• Suites: These rooms measure 60m2. and have high views of the vineyards and hills, or the original private courtyard. The colonial suite has a fireplace and original adobe walls. All have a living room, dressing room and bathroom with jacuzzi.

Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel Experiences

You can read much more about this stay at Patios de Cafayate Wine Resort.

3​ Grace Cafayate Hotel Boutique

Only one kilometre from the city of Cafayate, Grace Cafayate Hotel Boutique is located in the middle of a 500-hectare property surrounded by vineyards and mountains. Part of ‘La Estancia de Cafayate’, an exclusive residential property, this luxury hotel combines dreamy landscapes and high-end amenities.

The atmosphere of this lodge in Salta province is sophisticated and cozy, with carefully cared for details and the unique surroundings of the Valles Calchaquíes. Grace Cafayate offers a genuine experience in which you will enjoy moments of calm and an genuine connection with the surrounding landscape.

Grace Cafayate stands out for its unique architecture, which combines contemporary design with traditional elements of the region. The modern lines of the hotel are integrated with local materials, such as stone and wood, creating a space that blends in with the surrounding vineyards and mountains. Through its large windows you will see how each sunrise and sunset is transformed into a spectacular postcard.

Amenities in Grace Cafayate Hotel Boutique

The options at this exclusive lodge in northern Argentina include suites within the main building or villas.

Deluxe Rooms: located on the two floors of the main lodge building and ranging in size from 40m. The Sunrise rooms are east facing with views of the vineyards and mountains and the Sunset rooms are west facing with views of the on-site gardens.

Grace Suites: Panoramic views of the vineyards and hills of the Calchaquí Valley. Dimensions: 79 m and terrace.

Deluxe Villas: have 2 bedrooms but separate accommodation is provided. Each room has an area of 45m and a terrace.

Master Suite Villa: They have between 111 and 126 m and a private terrace with deck chairs, Jacuzzi and barbecue. They have a spacious living room, wine cellar, fireplace, kitchen equipped with microwave, electric oven, laundry room and refrigerator.

Grace Cafayate Boutique Hotel Experiences

​4 ​El Porvenir Wine Lodge

In the heart of the vineyards of Finca ‘El Retiro’ in Cafayate, El Porvenir Wine Lodge combines nature, luxury and comfort in its innovative lodges. With modern architecture and exclusive design, these luxury lodges in northwest Argentina will make you live an immersive experience in the scenery of the Valles Calchaquíes, with all the comfort you expect from a luxury destination.

From the private terrace of each lodge, set on the Malbec and Torrontes vineyards, you will feel the tranquillity of the valleys unfold, offering spectacular sunsets over the hills. Large windows connect every corner of the lodge with the outdoors, allowing nature to be part of the environment while you rest.

The innovating concept of these lodges in the north of Argentina is a complement to the rooms offered by the Casona and is ideal if you are looking for a total immersion in the landscapes of Cafayate and the flavours of the Calchaquíes Valleys.

Amenities in El Porvenir Wine Lodge

There are different choices of accommodation so that you can choose according to your preferences:

Lodges on vineyards: 5 luxury lodges hanging over the vineyards with large windows. Capacity: 2 persons, fully equipped bathroom and living room. Private terrace with views of the hills and vineyards. Size: 26m.

Studio among vineyards: a more intimate option. Own patio surrounded by washes and vineyards. Capacity: 40m. Bedroom and living room.

Guest house: It has 2 double rooms and a quadruple room. Living room with TV, dining room with games. Capacity: 8 people, it is the best option to enjoy with friends or family. Private gallery and direct access to the swimming pool.

Rooms in the main house: 3 executive rooms of 20m with capacity for 2 people.

5 Hotel Huacalera

In the heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, the Huacalera Hotel will delight you with its colourful architecture and unique fusion of local art and contemporary design. The art pieces distributed throughout the spaces of this boutique hotel provide warmth and a visual and sensorial experience.

The restaurant of the Huacalera Hotel is known for its gastronomic proposal, in which local flavours are transformed into sophisticated dishes. With fresh ingredients from the region, each dish shows the identity of northern Argentina, offering you a culinary experience in which you will recognise the cultural and natural richness of the Quebrada.

The experience of this exclusive lodge in Jujuy province is completed with an outdoor swimming pool from which you can contemplate the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. With the details of luxury and connection with nature, the Huacalera Hotel promises an unforgettable stay in one of the most charming sceneries of Argentina.

Amenities in Hotel Huacalera

There are different accommodation options for you to choose according to your preferences:

Design: 5 studio rooms of 20m located on the top floor of the hotel.

Colony: 18 traditional rooms located on the ground floor. Size: 35m. They have their own terrace and living room.

Terrace: 5 very spacious rooms with living room, own terrace with exit to the garden. Size: 45 m.

Balcony: 2 very spacious rooms located on the upper floor each with their own private balcony overlooking the gardens. Size: 45m.

Suite del Trópico: a unique 65m. suite located on the ground floor. Very bright with great views from the large windows and its spacious private terrace. A unique experience in one of the most exclusive lodges in northwest Argentina.

Hotel Huacalera Experiences

The Huacalera Hotel proposes different circuits and activities with professionals of the hotel.

You can read much more about this lodge on: Descubrí el Hotel Huacalera en la Quebrada de Humahuaca.

6 Estancia Las Carreras en Tafí del Valle

With more than 230 years of history, Estancia Las Carreras combines tradition and the unique landscapes of the Valles Calchaquíes. Founded in 1718 by the Jesuits and later acquired in 1779 by the Frías Silva family, this historic estancia has been witness to centuries of history, and in 1978, its main house was declared a National Historic Monument, highlighting its patrimonial and cultural value.

This luxury ranch located in Tafí del Valle preserves a colonial architecture distinguished by its wide walls and rustic details, characteristic of the period. It is one of the oldest manor houses in the valley, and if you are looking to disconnect and spend peaceful moments surrounded by majestic landscapes, this is the place for you.

In addition, Estancia Las Carreras is renowned for its production of handmade cheeses with the Tafí del Valle denomination of origin, which are a delicious and highly recommended to taste (and take home with you!).

These cheeses, made with artisanal techniques, will offer you a unique flavour that transforms the stay into an experience of total immersion in the flavours and knowledge of the north of Argentina.

Amenities at Estancia Las Carreras

This exclusive lodge in the northwest of Argentina has ten double, quadruple and triple rooms, decorated with exquisite handmade handicrafts, overlooking the hills of Tafi and the colonial arcades.

Breakfast: the famous Tafí cheese is made using traditional techniques.

Restaurant: serving gourmet regional cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients, many of them grown on the estancia itself.

Estancia Las Carreras Experiences