Tierra Patagonia
On the shore of Lake Sarmiento, blending smoothly into the landscape, sits the extraordinary Tierra Patagonia. From its tranquil location just outside Torres del Paine National …
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Hotel
Explora Torres del Paine
4.4/5
From 210 Reviews
Hotel overview:
The original luxury lodge in Patagonia, Explora is nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park and enjoys incredible views of the entire Paine Massif. Its location means access to key areas in the park couldn’t be easier and it boasts its own waterfall, spa, outdoor jacuzzis, stables and a boat for direct access to the French Valley trailhead. The wide range of excursions and exceptional guides make this the perfect place for the active traveller to enjoy the best that this iconic region has to offer.
Location
Torres del Paine
Room Options
3 room types available
Star Rating
4.4/5 from 210 reviews
Minimum Stay
3 nights
What our customers think of Explora Torres del Paine
Explora Torres del Paine trips scored 4.4/5 from 210 reviews
Explora Patagonia was wonderful! We had a drop dead gorgeous view from our room, the staff was great and the excursions (and guides) were fantastic. The food was also great. The scenery was amazing! We were so impressed with the level of customisation and levels of ability of the hikes.
Travelled: February 2017
Ellen - USA
Review:
Why we like this hotel
- It’s the best-located hotel in Torres del Paine: in the heart of the park with everything on your doorstep.
- There are spectacular views of the Paine Massif, particularly striking at sunrise and sunset.
- It offers more unique facilities than other lodges: a private catamaran takes you directly to the French Valley trailhead and towards Grey Glacier; it has its own stables and specially-bred horses, and hot tubs line the shore of Lake Pehoé.
- There are the most expansive and varied excursions of any all-inclusive hotel in the park.
- The guides are fantastic. They're well-trained to deliver safe and exciting experiences for our clients.
- It’s the only luxury hotel to open all year round. Winter trips where you can explore the park covered in snow with few guests around offer an incredible and intimate experience.
We think it's worth noting
- The food is not quite at the same level as some other luxury lodges in Torres del Paine.
- Bathroom facilities are a little dated.
- The spa is a two-minute walk from the main building.
Explora Hotel, Torres del Paine: All you need to know
Swoop says
The horse riding from their stables is quite incredible. It's the only place inside the national park you can ride, with a unique breed of horses and amazing views!
Agustin Orso Patagonia Sales Consultant
Swoop says
The Explora’s location is truly spectacular, I felt like I could reach out and touch the massif. I loved the nooks and crannies of the lounge area, with lots of places to enjoy a fire, a glass of wine and, of course, the view.
Iain Rylance Patagonia Sales Manager
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Extend your stay and visit the incredible Patagonia National Park
You can connect Explora Torres del Paine and Explora Patagonia National Park via a 90-minute lodge-to-lodge flight every Monday. Alternatively, fly from Puerto Natales to Balmaceda on Mondays, then take a 45-minute flight to Cochrane (Monday, Thursday, Friday), followed by a 25-minute transfer. Enquire for pricing and baggage allowances.
A 6-hour transfer from Balmaceda Airport along the Carretera Austral is available daily at no extra cost for all-inclusive guests.
Swoop says
This hotel will be closed for refurbishment work from 1 June to 31 August 2026.
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