Travelers wake up to a delicious breakfast at this peaceful retreat, where days unfold between exploring the surroundings and relaxing on a serene terrace
BLA Lodge welcomes visitors with its tranquil setting and hearty breakfast buffet. Guests can unwind in the outdoor spaces, take a walk through the garden, or connect using the in-room WiFi while children enjoy the playground.
El Calafate is home to BLA Lodge. El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center and Walichu Caves are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Anfiteatro Del Bosque and Argentinean Lake. Visit our El Calafate travel guide
Calle 1015, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
What's nearby
Gnome Village
5 min drive - 1.7 km
La Aldea de los Gnomos
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Museo de El Calafate
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Plaza de los Pioneros
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
20 min drive
Restaurants
La Tolderia
5 min drive
Parrilla Mi Viejo
4 min drive
Casimiro Bigua Parrilla
19 min walk
Pietro's Cafe
19 min walk
Mako Premium Bar
4 min drive
About this property
BLA Lodge
Property highlights
Consider a stay at BLA Lodge and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Airport drop-off service (surcharge), a bike on site, and smoke-free premises
Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at BLA Lodge have amenities such as free WiFi.
24-hour airport drop-off shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycles
Playground
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
5 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in room
Front entrance ramp
No elevator
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 floor
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Built in 1996
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Argentina Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 21%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a foreign passport or foreign ID along with an immigration entry receipt issued by Argentina's National Directorate of Migration, and who pay with a non-Argentinian card or via a bank transfer from outside Argentina. This exemption applies only to accommodation, including bookings where breakfast is included.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per person
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
BLA Lodge El Calafate
BLA El Calafate
BLA Lodge Hotel
BLA Lodge El Calafate
BLA Lodge Hotel El Calafate
Frequently asked questions
Is BLA Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at BLA Lodge?
As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BLA Lodge on Apr 8, 2026 start from ₩63,491, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at BLA Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.
What time is check-out at BLA Lodge?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does BLA Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 250 per person applies.
Where is BLA Lodge located?
Situated in El Calafate, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of La Aldea de los Gnomos and Museo de El Calafate. Avenue del Libertador and Plaza de los Pioneros are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
BLA Lodge Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8
Cleanliness
10
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 37 reviews
10 - Excellent
23
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews
8 - Good
11
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Virgilio
Oct 25, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Nice location outside main street of town. Wonderful staff! Julio helped me retrieve bag I left at the bus terminal.
We enjoyed our 2 night stay. Although the hotel is “a little rough around the edges”, our room was spacious with a beautiful view. Clean. Breakfast is basic but good. We would stay here again. We felt it was a good value.
The staff at the desk was very friendly and gave me great tips on how to navigate Calafate. The room was decorated with good taste, clean and cozy. The breakfast was not super, but the view from the cafeteria was to die for.
The best!!
I think the value for money is quite good. The name of the hotel appears as "BAL! Lodge".( I used a flight and accommodation package.)
This accommodation is a little far from the cental(15-20 minutes for walking), but the view from the terrace and common area is nice! If you book a tour, they will pick you up at the hotel. Also,there is a paid shuttle bus from the airport.The distance is a little matter when you return after dinner due to darkness.
The hotel was clean and I like their interior decoration. Wi-Fi reached the room and the speed was fine.
The staff are very kind. Because it is not high season, the staff are not always on site, but we were able to communicate smoothly via Whatapp.
You can get a map with recommended restaurants at the hotel reception. The Italian restaurant "Nápoles", which is the closest to the hotel, is highly recommended. It is very delicious. The pizza was so big that even a half-size pizza was too big for one person to eat, so I took it home. The hotel has a microwave and kitchen in the common area. Also, it was very appreciated that there was a kettle in the room, and there was a tea bag for hot drinks (herbal tea and coffee).
For breakfast, you can choose as much fruit and bread (jam and cream cheese) as you like, and they will make you scrambled eggs. You can also drink herbal tea, coffee, water, orange juice or cocoa
The room also has a bathtub large enough to stretch your legs out. It is wonderful to take a bath.
Mami
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Roman
Jan 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
It was okay to spend the night there and it was not expensive. But it could be better if they renovate it a bit. The breakfast could be better too.
I was greeted by the most helpful staff that accommodated my needs and made my stay a pleasure.
Vasanth
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Colette
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Établissement sympa, avec une belle vue. Il faut fixer une heure pour l’arrivée car pas d’accueil permanent. Chambre un peu dans son jus. Véhicule nécessaire pour rejoindre le centre où se trouvent les restaurants.
Colette
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Gisela
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Mi hermano y yo disfrutamos muchísimo nuestra estadía. Hicimos la reserva atraídos por la vista y el precio, ¡y realmente valió la pena! Las habitaciones son amplias, nos tocó vista al lago y todo estaba muy limpio. El desayuno estuvo puntual teníamos excursión a las 7 a.m. y ya a las 6:30 a.m. estaba todo servido, con variedad de frutas, panes, cereales y mermeladas típicas de El Calafate. ¡Muy delicioso!
Le daríamos 5 estrellas, pero notamos algunos detalles que podrían mejorar. Al llegar no había nadie en recepción, aunque nos atendieron rápidamente por teléfono y nos dieron el código de la puerta electrónica, la puerta estaba un poco dañada y se trababa, al igual la puerta que da a la vista panorámica. Si salís, hay que llevar la llave para evitar que el viento abra la puerta de golpe. Mi hno y yo no tuvimos problema en figurar y disfrutar el balcon pero notamos otras 2 parejas de invitados que pelearon con las puertas hasta que les asistimos.
En general, el hotel está bien cuidado y vale el precio que pagamos. Queremos destacar especialmente a la chica de limpieza, quien nos recibió cuando no habia nadie en recepción y también asistió cocina!! Ella hace un gran trabajo! fue extremadamente cordial y profesional. Sin embargo, se nota que es una sola persona haciendo todo, lo que puede generar confusión y demoras en el check-in, el check-out o si uno tiene alguna consulta. Contar con más personal podría mejorar muchísimo la experiencia y el manejo general del lugar.
Super aconchegante, atendimento incrível, gostamos muito.
É um pouco distante do centro uma caminhada de 20 min, mas como gostamos de caminhar isso não foi um problema.
Gabrielle
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
ANAHY
Apr 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Es una propiedad algo vieja y requiere mantenimiento pero es acogedora y la atención del personal es magnifica.
Queda un poco retirado del centro y el transporte es limitado pero sin duda por el precio vale toda la pena
Muy buena estancia Nancy y Tobías son muy buenos anfitriones.
Muchas gracias
Jose Miguel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jan 21, 2019
Liked: Staff & service
Lovely view from the windows, but quite a long walk to the town centre. We were able to cook on site but would not have wanted to stay longer then one night. But very good for the price.