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LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

Jose Ignacio, Uruguay

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

Coastal vineyard sanctuary

Jose Ignacio, Uruguay

Renovated

2023

Price

$$$$

Outside the door

Coastal vineyard sanctuary

Sunken lounge evenings by the firepit and quiet coastal breezes set an unhurried, intimate rhythm across the secluded estate.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
“Visitors, often linen-clad urbanites from Europe, America, and Brazil, sample Luz's wines during high-concept food experiences…”
— Condé Nast Traveler 

What it’s good at

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Design

Notable

A vermillion-red posada marrying rustic Uruguayan simplicity with soft Moroccan architectural lines among pine woods.

Luxe

Notable

À la carte estate breakfasts, private Nordic hot tubs, and attentive, discreet service amid quiet rural pinewoods.

Resort

Listed

Thirty-five private acres offering forest trails, tennis, go-karts, and a heated saltwater infinity pool.

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LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

What they say

One Michelin Key

Michelin

Also in Condé Nast Traveler.

the striking vermillion-red posada has just six suites, each designed to frame the landscape - whether it’s vineyard views, a private Nordic tub, or an outdoor shower beneath the pines.
— Michelin 
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

Tucked away

A place apart: the property is the destination.

The estate rests ten minutes inland from the beaches and seafood spots of José Ignacio, immersed in quiet coastal pine woods.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

The rooms

Suites blend soft Moroccan architectural curves with understated furnishings, opening onto private terraces. Select suites add outdoor showers and Nordic hot tubs.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, rooms
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, rooms
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, rooms

The pool

Bring a swimsuit.

The heated saltwater pool extends toward the pine woods, framed by vermillion walls, timber pergolas, and red sun loungers.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, the pool
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, the pool

The spa & gym

At the table

Open-air dinners spotlight estate-pressed olive oil and garden harvests, accompanied by house-distilled gin and vineyard wines.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, at the table
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, at the table
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, at the table

How it began

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge, how it began

A Swiss surgeon established the estate after falling for the Uruguayan countryside, planting vines and olive trees across thirty-five acres.

LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge
LUZ Culinary Wine Lodge

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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.

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