Design Suites Bariloche
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Hotel Details
Location
San Carlos de Bariloche
Argentina, South America
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Key Highlights
- ✓Stunning Views**: The panoramic vistas of Nahuel Huapi Lake and the surrounding mountains from rooms, the restaurant, and common areas are a major draw.
- ✓Exceptional Service**: The staff is frequently commended for being professional, accommodating, and incredibly helpful.
Expert Review: Design Suites Bariloche
Design Suites Bariloche, a distinguished Michelin Key Selected property in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina, consistently receives high praise for its breathtaking views, contemporary design, and exceptional service. It's considered a luxury retreat offering a unique blend of style and natural beauty.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The overall sentiment for Design Suites Bariloche is overwhelmingly positive. Guests frequently rate it as "Exceptional" or "Very Good," with a Michelin Guide guest score of 19.2 out of 20 and an "Excellent" rating of 8.8 out of 10 on Hotels.com. The hotel is lauded for providing a luxurious and relaxing experience, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers to Bariloche.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently highlight several standout features:
- Stunning Views: The panoramic vistas of Nahuel Huapi Lake and the surrounding mountains from rooms, the restaurant, and common areas are a major draw.
- In-Room Jacuzzis: Private hot tubs and jacuzzis, often strategically placed to offer magnificent lake or mountain views, are a favorite amenity, enhancing the relaxation experience.
- Modern Design: The hotel embraces a design-focused aesthetic, blending contemporary style with natural materials like wood and leather, creating a cool yet cozy atmosphere.
- Exceptional Service: The staff is frequently commended for being professional, accommodating, and incredibly helpful.
- Amenities: The heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool, a health center with a sauna, fitness center, and massage room are highly valued by guests.
3. Room Quality
The rooms at Design Suites Bariloche are described as modern, spacious, and impeccably clean, boasting designer decor. They feature large windows that provide either stunning lake or serene mountain views. Standard amenities include Wi-Fi, minibars, flat-screen TVs, digital safes, and complimentary toiletries. Many rooms, particularly suites, are equipped with private hydro-massage tubs. The design incorporates blond wood floors and earthy tones, contributing to a minimalist yet comfortable ambiance. Room sizes range significantly, from comfortable standard rooms of around 269 sq ft to lavish suites up to 861 sq ft, with some higher-tier options including separate living areas and small kitchenettes. Bathrooms are often bidet-equipped and feature vessel sinks. It's worth noting that some accommodations are situated in separate buildings up a steep hill from the central common areas.
4. Dining Experience
The hotel's dining options receive positive feedback. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily and is generally described as fresh, delicious, varied, and very good. Some guests, however, have expressed a desire for more variety. The on-site restaurant, Design Restó, offers traditional cuisine infused with Patagonian ingredients and is praised for its "amazing" and "exquisite" food, with the trout ravioli being a notable highlight. The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner, and snacks, and room service is also available. The hotel also features a charming lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, where drinks from the bar can be enjoyed, and offers vegan and vegetarian options.
5. Service & Staff
The staff at Design Suites Bariloche consistently receives high commendation. Guests describe them as "very professional and very accommodating", "super attentive", and "incredibly helpful." The service provided by the restaurant staff, in particular, is frequently highlighted as exceptional. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and concierge services to assist guests with their needs, including tour bookings and car rentals.
6. Location & Accessibility
Design Suites Bariloche is strategically located on Av. Bustillo Km 2.5, directly facing the picturesque Nahuel Huapi Lake and perched on a hill, offering stunning views. It's situated "just outside Bariloche proper," providing a tranquil escape while still being an easy drive from the city's Civic Center, which is approximately 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away. Nearby attractions include the Fenoglio Museum of Chocolate, about 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away. The hotel is approximately 11 miles (17.6 km) from Luis Candelaria Airport (BRC) and 11 miles (17.1 km) from the Catedral Ski Center. Free parking is available on-site, though subject to availability. An internal shuttle service is provided for movement between the hotel buildings and to the Club House. A bus stop, Bustillo 2000 - Playa Los Cipresales, is conveniently located nearby.
7. Value & Pricing
As a Michelin Key Selected and luxury property, Design Suites Bariloche is positioned at a higher price point. While specific prices fluctuate, a minimum price of 196,378 ARS for 2026 has been noted. Despite the cost, guests frequently express that the hotel offers "excellent service and good value" and consider their stay a worthwhile and memorable experience.
8. Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, some recurring criticisms have been noted:
- Spa/Sauna Fees: One recent guest reported that access to the spa and saunas was not included in the room rate and required a "large fee," which was an unexpected additional cost.
- Maintenance Issues: Some reviews have mentioned a need for maintenance in certain facilities, particularly the elevator and the pool area. Additionally, an older review referred to the spa area as "rather tired."
- Breakfast Variety: While generally good, a few guests wished for more options at the breakfast buffet.
- Room Environment: A recent guest experienced issues with noisy air conditioning, ill-fitting bed sheets, and street noise from a busy road, making it difficult to open windows for fresh air.
- Disinfectant Smell: One complaint mentioned an overpowering smell of disinfectant spray throughout the hotel.
- Pool Closures: The hotel has scheduled maintenance for its pool, for instance, from December 8 to 15, 2025, during which guests are offered access to a neighboring facility.
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Points to Consider
- •While overwhelmingly positive, some recurring criticisms have been noted:
- •Room Environment**: A recent guest experienced issues with noisy air conditioning, ill-fitting bed sheets, and street noise from a busy road, making it difficult to open windows for fresh air.
- •Disinfectant Smell**: One complaint mentioned an overpowering smell of disinfectant spray throughout the hotel.
