San Rafael, Argentina
Algodon Wine Resort
Sporting vineyard estancia
San Rafael, Argentina
Renovated
2007
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
Algodon Wine EstatesSporting vineyard estancia
Active days on the grass courts and fairways give way to estate Malbec poured beside open stone hearths.
What it’s good at
Notable
Original 1921 adobe farmhouse suites preserve traditional sun-dried mud bricks and cane roofs.
Notable
A nine-hole golf course and championship tennis courts woven through working vineyards.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Their dramatic transformation of the rustic adobe house resulted in a contemporary villa-style hotel complete with spacious suites, wireless internet, satellite TV, and a range of stylish amenities.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Cuadro Benegas countryside, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves south of San Rafael.
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The rooms
Wood-burning fireplaces warm every suite, and rooms in the 1921 casona keep their original cane ceilings and adobe walls.
The pool and hot tub
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers line the lawn around the outdoor swimming pool, and a rooftop hot tub rests beneath a timber pergola.
At the table
Chez Gaston roasts meats over open asado spits, and tables stretch out across shaded brick terraces.
How it began
The grandson of Argentine golfer José Jurado redeveloped the 1921 adobe farm in 2002, routing fairways directly through the vineyards.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.