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Located in El Calafate, 4.2 miles from Argentinean Lake, Ruca Nel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 2 miles from El Calafate Regional Museum, 2.4 miles from Nimez Lagoon and 2.6 miles from El Calafate Bus Station. The property has a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the inn, every room comes with a closet, bed linen and a patio with a mountain view. Free WiFi and a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries are available to all guests, while some rooms here will provide you with a game console. At Ruca Nel, all rooms have a seating area. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Isla Solitaria (Lonesome Island) is 4.7 miles from Ruca Nel, while Puerto Irma Ruines is 10 miles away. Comandante Armando Tola International Airport is 14 miles from the property.

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Property highlights

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Location
7.9
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for El Calafate
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rick
    United States of America United States of America
    Our stay at Ruca Nel was wonderful! Jorge was the perfect host: very accommodating and so friendly. He gave us very useful advice that made our stay in El Calafate even better. His daughter was helpful as well, and just as friendly. The breakfast...
  • Marg
    Canada Canada
    Clean. Helpful staff. Great breakfast. Heated bathroom floor was an unexpected treat.
  • Kayla
    United States of America United States of America
    Even though the staff couldn’t speak much English they were all so kind and accommodating and very helpful with a lot of good gel translate back and forth. they even helped us call up Claro when we were having a hard time with our SIM cards. We...

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Amenities of Ruca Nel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Game console
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Adults only
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Public Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • Spanish

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
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    FAQs about Ruca Nel

    • Ruca Nel is 1.1 miles from the center of El Calafate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Ruca Nel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Ruca Nel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet
    • Room options at Ruca Nel include:

      • Double
    • Ruca Nel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Foot massage
      • Back massage
      • Hand massage
      • Public Bath
      • Head massage
      • Neck massage
      • Full-body massage
    • The prices at Ruca Nel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.