Grace Cafayate
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Grace Cafayate · Cafayate, Argentina
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Expert Review: Grace Cafayate
Grace Cafayate, a distinguished Michelin Key Selected property in the heart of Argentina's Calchaquí Valley, consistently receives high praise for its luxurious accommodations, breathtaking natural surroundings, and exceptional service. Situated amidst vineyards and with the dramatic Andes mountains as a backdrop, the hotel offers a serene and elegant retreat for discerning travelers.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus for Grace Cafayate is overwhelmingly positive, with guests frequently describing their experiences as "amazing," "beautiful," "excellent," and "gorgeous." The hotel scores highly in categories such as cleanliness (9.4), comfort (9.5), staff (9.4), and facilities (9.3), indicating a consistently satisfying stay for most visitors.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently laud Grace Cafayate for its stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains, offering breathtaking sunsets. The relaxed and tranquil environment is a major draw, complemented by top-notch amenities. Highlights include the excellent breakfast and dinner options, a luxurious spa with a sauna and indoor pool, a refreshing outdoor pool, and access to a prestigious championship golf course and equestrian center within the expansive Estancia de Cafayate estate.
3. Room Quality
The rooms and villas at Grace Cafayate are described as spacious, well-appointed, and designed with comfort in mind. Standard rooms feature luxurious king-sized beds, generous bathrooms, high-quality linens, flat-screen televisions, espresso machines, and high-end bath products. The villas offer an enhanced experience with more space, privacy, fully equipped kitchens, private terraces, and even jacuzzis, providing direct and uninterrupted views of the vineyards. The design aesthetic blends modern comforts with traditional elements inspired by Cafayate and Salta landscapes.
4. Dining Experience
The hotel's restaurant, NATIVO Restó Grace Cafayate (formerly Muse by Jonathan Cartwright), is a culinary highlight, offering a five-star dining experience. It serves refined contemporary interpretations of authentic Argentinian specialties, accompanied by an impressive selection of local wines, including the area's renowned Torrontes and Tannat. Guests praise the delicious food and the helpfulness of the restaurant staff. Breakfast, which is included, is a highly-rated buffet featuring a wide array of fruits, cereals, eggs, and breads, often enjoyed on a terrace overlooking the pool and vineyards. Despite the luxurious setting, restaurant prices are considered affordable for the quality offered.
5. Service & Staff
The service and staff at Grace Cafayate consistently receive glowing reviews. Guests frequently highlight their friendliness, attentiveness, and willingness to cater to every need, describing them as "amazing," "super friendly," and "very helpful." The general manager, for instance, has been noted for their excellent English and welcoming demeanor.
6. Location & Accessibility
Grace Cafayate is nestled within La Estancia de Cafayate, a sprawling 1,360-acre residential and sporting estate located on the outskirts of Cafayate, approximately a 5-minute drive from the city center. This prime location in the Calchaquí Valley provides a tranquil escape surrounded by vineyards and offers stunning panoramic views of the Andes. The estate itself provides a wealth of activities, including an equestrian center, a championship golf course, and extensive trails for hiking and biking. The hotel is accessible via Ruta Nacional 40 and is about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Salta's Martín Miguel Güemes International Airport (SLA).
7. Value & Pricing
As a Michelin Key Selected property, Grace Cafayate is positioned as a luxury destination. While specific pricing fluctuates, the average nightly rate for a stay is around $249, with deals sometimes starting from $178. Guests generally consider it a good value, with a "value for money" rating of 8.6 out of 10. The affordability of the fine dining restaurant, relative to its quality, also adds to the perceived value.
8. Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, a few minor criticisms have been noted by guests. One review mentioned a desire for more warmth from the spa staff. Another guest experienced incorrect orders at the restaurant, attributing it to potential English language barriers with some waiting staff. Additionally, a crucial point for international travelers is to be aware of local tax laws; one guest advised carefully checking reservations to ensure exemption from the 21% VAT for foreigners paying with foreign credit cards, as this was reportedly an issue they encountered.
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Recent Guest Reviews
Dorothy
This was by far the worst hotel experience we’ve had in Argentina, and (ironically) the most expensive. We stayed one night and were initially impressed by the employees, view and facilities. That impression vanished around 1:00 a.m., when we went to bed and discovered numerous small insects crawling over our pillows, bed, walls and floor. Completely unacceptable for any hotel, let alone one that ...
Magda Bujar
Avoid unless you want to get scammed. The management is clearly trying to rip of tourists and has "special deals" with local providers. I booked this place because of its nice activity brochure. I was quite surprised a half day of horse back riding was quoted for 170USD, however a few days before arriving at the hotel, I informed me the provider increased the price to 270USD and that it didn't inc...
Response from the owner
Dear Magda,<br>Thank you for choosing us for your stay! We appreciate your feedback about your experience with us.<br>We will be verifying what happened with the hotel's third-party provider regarding...
DNA Alias
We did not stay at the hotel, opting out to rent a house located at the same property. However, we stopped by every day for a glass of wine and the view. Absolutely gorgeous! They offer local rose that is very unique and has french flavor. One of the days we came for dinner and it was a surprise. Food is not something special, I would call comfort food. The quality of preparation and presentation ...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest,<br>Thank you for choosing us for your stay! We appreciate you sharing your experience with us.<br>We look forward to welcoming you back.<br>We remain at your complete disposal.<br>Grace Ca...
Alejandro Rascovan
Had an excellent stay. The attention from the staff was excellent. The hotel is incredibly quiet, clean and well maintained. They were very accommodating with all of our requests. Massages at the spa were one of the bests I’ve had. Sometimes the music during breakfast was a bit intense.
Response from the owner
Dear Alejandro, on behalf of everyone at Hotel Grace Cafayate, we would like to thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience with us. Sincerely, The Grace Cafayate Team
Lou de Laguarigue
I do not recommend, and will never be coming back to this hotel. The hotel itself and the activities are nice. However, you can expect 0 standing. The receptionists are absolutely not nice and not helpful. We had an issue with our room, so they changed us without even apologizing ,to the same room category - that was disgustingly dirty. The floor were covered by dust, the windows disgusting, and t...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest,<br>Thank you for choosing us for your stay!<br>We appreciate you sharing your feedback about your experience with us.<br>We apologize for any inconvenience. We will be looking into the mat...
Jan R
The winery hotel is really wonderful. Nice views, great rooms, quiet and privacy house! Nice foods of the restaurant. Reception service has been kind. The SPA and massage service, including the facilities are so wonderful. The only short-come should be the English ability of the waiters in the restaurant because offer us the wrong dishes we ordered even we have double confirmed with them with the ...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest,<br>Thank you for choosing us for your stay!<br>We appreciate you sharing your feedback about your experience with us.<br>We apologize for the language barrier with the Hotel Restaurant. We...
