The variety of landscapes and views, and also the types of activities available, should me taken into consideration when selecting an appropriate place to lay your head. Lakeside? Forest? Ski Center? Downtown?

Different types of accommodation:

Cabin - Usually an independent structure, with all the basic facilities you'd expect in a normal house.  This is a very misused term, and some use it to mean anything other than a hotel.  Bariloche has numerouse options in cabins.

Hotel - Larger establishments, with on-site reception and usually with multiple floors.  Generally with sleeping facilities and bathroom.

Lodge - Sometimes called an "Estancia", lodges are great for getting away from the city and seeing Patagonia without the crowds.  Usually 3 or 4 stars, many are all-inclusive (meals, excursions, fishing, etc.) 

Hosteria - Usually a smaller family run option, with a common lounge area and basic facilities.  A good option for groups.

Bungalow - A mix between a cabin and an apartment, with several units under one roof.  Typically smaller and independently operated.

Apartment/Condo- Could be considered a small hotel, with multiple units in one structure.  Many have on-site administrators.

Campgrounds - Range from basic/rustic to full service.  In summer campgrounds fill up with families and budget travelers looking to reduce expenses.  Bariloche has about 15 campgrounds within an hour of the city.

Private Rentals - An increasingly popular option for independent travelers.  Range from entire houses sleeping up to 10 guests to small apartments for 1-2 persons.  Generally cheaper than equivalent cabins or hotels, but have the disadvantage that there is no on-site administrator.  Great option for those who want to see "how the locals live".

La ciudad de Bariloche se divide en distinos barrios:

El Centro - Hace medio siglo Bariloche era un pueblito en el remoto Patagonia.  Hoy ha crecido bastante y ya es una pequeña ciudad con una gran variedad de bares, restaurantes, discos, tiendas, casinos, cines, y edificios publicos.  Vale la pena pasear por el centro, pero si vienen a conectarse con la naturaleza, la tranquilidad, y las bellas vistas recomendamos alojarse en las afueras.  Siempre se puede pasar al centro si falta un poco de vida urbana!

Los Kilometros - Al oeste del centro se encuentra una zona residencial, siempre a pocos metros del lago Nahuel Huapi.  Mas tranquilo y economico de las opciones del centro.  Muchos lugares gozan de vistas al lago y la cordillera.

Cerro Catedral - El centro de esquí mas grande de sudamerica.  Un poco mas caro, pero facilita el acceso a las pistas en invierno y varias sendas para hacer trekking o bicicleta en verano.

Circuito Chico - Probablemente la excursión mas popular, el circuito chico ofrece opciones ideales para aquellos que buscan cercania a la naturaleza, paz, tranquilidad, y acceso a los lagos Moreno y Trebol.  Recomedado tener transporte proprio.

Camino al Bolson - Pasando Lago Gutierrez al sur de Bariloche es el primer tramo del viaje a Pampa Linda y el glaciar Tronador.  Popular con pescadores y fanaticos de los deportes de montaña.  A una hora y media de viaje por la mitica Ruta 40se encuentra el pueblo El Bolson.

Otras ciudades - El Bolson, San Martin de los Andes, Esquel, Junin, y Villa la Angostura están a pocas horas de Bariloche por auto.  Cada pueblo tiene su estilo y atraen a distintos tipos de viajeros. Buenas opciones por salidas de un día o una noche!

If you've never been to Bariloche, the sheer number of options can be daunting if you do not have current information.  Here at Barilochetrips we specialize in finding options that meet your needs and budget.

Please use our reservations form to tell us what you are looking for and we will be happy to make suggestions based on our local experience.  We work with what we consider to be the best quality providers in every category, and seek out the best deals to save our customers time and money.

We do not publish specific options on our website since we feel that our personal touch is what make Barilochetrips a valuable resource for you.  We work hard to understand your needs and offer suitable options at competitive prices. 

One of the biggest challenges for foreign tourists is the common practice of requesting a down payment to hold a reservation, but not providing an efficient way to send money.  Typically, a cabin or hotel owner will require a 40-50% down payment at least a month in advance - especially in the high season when space is limited.  Residents in Argentina are quite used to making a bank deposit from wherever they are in the country. In the US and Europe credit cards are the most convenient way to do this, but with Argentina's banking system troubles over the last few years this has become more expensive and less convenient.

Barilochetrips solves this problem by accepting all major credit cards via PayPal, and charges a low service charge that many local establishments cannot match.  If you find a hotel or cabin that interests you, we can work as intermediaries to save you time, money, and the hassle of international money transfers.