Villa La Angostura
Las Balsas
On the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi, Las Balsas began as a family home and still retains an intimate, welcoming atmosphere. Its unmistakable blue façade, warm interiors and the constant presence of the water create an experience deeply connected to the landscape. A member of Relais & Châteaux since 1995, the hotel combines accommodation, Patagonian gastronomy, wellbeing and guided activities. The original lodge and its design villas offer a choice between the historic character of the house and greater privacy within the forest.
Location
Las Balsas stands within a private 15-hectare nature reserve on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi, only two kilometers from Villa La Angostura. Native forest, protected shoreline and a private pier create an unusual sense of seclusion so close to town. Bariloche Airport is approximately 80 kilometers away.
The Accommodation
The property combines rooms in the original lodge with ten design villas distributed through the forest. Options range from intimate rooms to spacious villas with greater independence and lake views. Patagonian cuisine, heated pools, sauna and treatments are complemented by guided sailing, kayaking and trekking experiences from the reserve's pier and trails.
Why We Like It
Because it retains the spirit of a private lakeside home despite decades as one of Patagonia's most recognized hotels. We love that Lake Nahuel Huapi is not merely a view but a constant presence. The intimate scale, private forest, gastronomy and direct access to the water make Las Balsas one of our favorite choices in Villa La Angostura.