Skiing

What to do

Skiing in South America

An overview of where to hit the slopes of South America...

Bordered along their eastern and western sides by the Andes mountain range, Chile and Argentina offer some of the best skiing in the world. The months with the highest snowfall are July and August, which makes the ski resorts of Chile and Argentina the perfect destination for those in the Northern Hemisphere wanting to ski during the summer months. Both countries provide a training ground for international teams, with high-quality powder snow, easy access to slopes and world-class coaches. Whether you’re a beginner or a proficient skier there are resorts and slopes to suit a range of abilities and budgets.

Chile has two major resorts just outside of Santiago, making it one of the most accessible places to ski, while other destinations require an onward internal flight from Santiago or Buenos Aires. For a rundown of the best resorts and areas to ski, follow the links below...

Our Top Five Skiing Hotels in Bariloche and the Lake District:

  1. Llao Llao Resort and Spa - Lake view

    Llao Llao Resort and Spa

    The legend that is Llao Llao Resort and Spa is located on its own peninsular about 30 mins from the centre of town, surrounded by stunning national park and its own international golf course. To try and write a succinct summary of all that the hotel offers is not going to be possible in this short... More...

    Our rating:
    5
    User rating:
    4
    Price:
    5
  2. Luma Casa de Montana - External view

    Luma Casa de Montaña

    An eight-suite hotel just outside of Villa la Angostura, Luma is a family-run lakeside retreat in Argentina’s Lake District. With big airy suites looking out over the lake, homemade food and a menu that changes daily, Luma is a home from home and a tranquil base from which to explore the beautiful... More...

    Our rating:
    4
    User rating:
    4
    Price:
    4
  3. Correntoso Lake and River Hotel

    Correntoso Lake and River Hotel

    The Correntoso Lake and River Hotel is located right on the shores of the Nahuel Huapi Lake and offers a tranquil haven to rest and revitalise. Having been here for around 70 years, the hotel has a familiar feel to it, combining Beech and Lenga woods and plush leather and fabrics. The rooms have... More...

    Our rating:
    4
    User rating:
    4
    Price:
    4
  4. Hotel Cacique Inacayal

    Hotel Cacique Inacayal

    Situated at the edge of town, the Hotel Cacique Inacayal is probably our pick of the town hotels. Unlike hotels such as the Edelweiss, it is located right on the edge of the lake and so offers outstanding views. The rooms are all well designed and feature the sorts of amenities you would expect... More...

    Our rating:
    4
    User rating:
    3
    Price:
    2
  5. Hotel Edelweiss - Reception

    Hotel Edelweiss

    There is a certain feeling with many of the town hotels in Bariloche, that they cater more to the winter market rather than the summer market. This is evident in the Hotel Edelweiss. Arguably the best of the town hotels, the rooms are comfortable and well appointed on the whole. Similarly, they... More...

    Our rating:
    3
    User rating:
    3
    Price:
    2