El Bodeguero Hotel
Neo-colonial heritage meets contemporary design. Warm, intimate, slightly formal in the best way. Think neutral tones, gradual lighting, high-quality linens, and a cellar that belonged to one of Argentina's great wine families.
Ask for a wine cellar tour — staff member Braian is particularly knowledgeable and will walk you through the original Etchart cave
Why It Matters
Listed on both Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels. Ranked #2 of 305 restaurants in Salta (TripAdvisor) for its on-site restaurant. The original Etchart wine cellar — preserved in near-original condition — anchors a 700-label wine program spanning Jujuy to Patagonia. Consistently rated 9.6/10 on Booking.com.
El Bodeguero is a 17-room adults-only design hotel in a restored neo-colonial building that was once the Salta residence of winemaker Arnaldo Etchart. Architect Mariano Sepúlveda oversaw the conversion, keeping the original wine cellar nearly intact. The result is somewhere that feels like a private house — quiet, well-designed, with serious food and an exceptional wine list.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Executive Room
At 28 sqm these are genuinely spacious. Some units open onto a small private garden, which floods the room with natural light. Still the same design DNA — neutral palette, quality linens, Nespresso — but there's actual room to move around.
28 sqmExecutive Room with Balcony
30 sqm Executive room with a private balcony. Same premium finishes throughout — Calchaquí Valley toiletries, Nespresso, minibar. The top-of-range room for guests who want both space and outdoor access.
30 sqmExecutive Room with Bathtub
The 30 sqm Executive with the addition of a soaking bathtub and mineral salts sourced from the Calchaquí Valleys. Guests report it as the standout room type — the shower is also oversized. Worth the upgrade if you want a genuine wind-down after a day in the field.
30 sqm
Standard Room
The entry-level rooms at 16 sqm. Small but well thought-out — gradual lighting system, three pillow types, hypoallergenic linen, and a Nespresso machine. Good for solo travelers or couples who plan to spend most of their time out in the city.
16 sqmSuperior Room
Steps up to 21 sqm with more breathing room. Same quality finishes as standard — Nespresso, three pillow types, natural toiletries — just more space to actually use them.
21 sqm
Superior Room with Balcony
Same 21 sqm footprint as the Superior Room but with an outdoor balcony — good for morning coffee or keeping a connection to the street without actually being on it. Calchaquí Valley toiletries and Nespresso included.
21 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Car rental can be arranged through the hotel for guests wanting to self-drive to Cafayate, the Calchaquí Valleys, or other regional destinations.
The tour desk organizes local excursions including Quebrada de Humahuaca, Cafayate wine country, and the Train to the Clouds (which departs 3 minutes from the hotel).
Staff-guided tour of the original Arnaldo Etchart wine cellar, preserved in near-original condition. A walkthrough of the 700-label collection with context on Argentine wine regions. Frequently mentioned in reviews as a highlight.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site bar in the hotel lobby area. Complimentary welcome drink offered on arrival.
Full à la carte breakfast with American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Includes juice, fruits, coffee and tea selection.
The original Arnaldo Etchart wine cellar, preserved in near-original condition. Houses 700+ wine labels from across Argentina. Cellar tours available.
Guests must be 15 years of age or older. No children accepted.
Available via the hotel's own app at elbodeguerohotel.com.ar/app/
Secure underground parking available on-site for guests.
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