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BLA Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Calafate hotel

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Calle 1015, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, 9405
  • Place, La Aldea de los Gnomos
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenue del Libertador
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Triple Room

  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Living area

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the area

El Calafate

In El Calafate .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find La Aldea de los Gnomos and Museo de El Calafate. Avenue del Libertador and Plaza de los Pioneros are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • La Aldea de los Gnomos - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museo de El Calafate - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Avenue del Libertador - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gnome Village - 5 min drive - 1.7 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

Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Calafate hotel
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at BLA Lodge. Self parking is free.

This El Calafate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1996
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
BLA Lodge offers 14 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This El Calafate hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at BLA Lodge

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

How close is BLA Lodge to the airport?

BLA Lodge is 12 mi (20-min drive) away from the El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at BLA Lodge?

As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BLA Lodge on Apr 8, 2026 start from CA $53, 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.

Does BLA Lodge have an airport shuttle?

BLA Lodge offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 250 per person.

Does BLA Lodge offer free breakfast?

BLA Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at BLA Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Club El Calafate (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at BLA Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at BLA Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does BLA Lodge have a pool?

BLA Lodge does not have a pool.

Does BLA Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is BLA Lodge to downtown El Calafate?

BLA Lodge is 0.9 mi away from El Calafate.

BLA Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natalia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, check in was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virgilio

Liked: Staff & service
Nice location outside main street of town. Wonderful staff! Julio helped me retrieve bag I left at the bus terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeshwanth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gisela

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ana Laura

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHOZO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shozo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

SungUk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience but a bit far from Centro
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

RUTH

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Maher

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A scandalous experience from start to finish. This hotel is a disgrace to the hospitality industry and fails to meet even the most basic standards. There is absolutely no respect or consideration for guests—service is nonexistent and the attitude is openly dismissive. The breakfast is disastrous, poorly prepared, and completely unworthy of being served. The room was dirty and badly maintained, which is totally unacceptable. This establishment does not even deserve to be called a hotel, let alone be awarded a single star. Avoid at all costs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sungyeol

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Colette

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ANAHY

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
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chambre correcte sans plus. Petit dejeuner agréable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy bueno servicio

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024