Argentina is known for many things, but did you know they also have a super unique hotel that’s catching lots of attention? You’re probably wondering how it’s possible to stay in a hotel like this, and the truth is, it exists, and it’s possible. OVO Patagonia is built 270 meters (886 feet) above the ground, bolted directly into a sheer Patagonian rock wall — making them one of the most extreme lodging concepts on Earth. Here are other fun facts about this stay:
Views of Mount Fitz Roy
Mount Fitz Roy, also referred to as (Cerro Chalten) is a mountain in Argentina. It is a 3,405‑meter (11,171‑foot) granite sit on the Argentina–Chile border, rising high above the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. It’s part of the Andes and sits near the village of El Chaltén. It’s known for it;s beauty and true history. OVO Patagon is special because it was built specifically to frame Mout Fitz Roy. Condors glide past the pods at eye level — sometimes close enough to see their wingspan closely. Fitz Roy sits directly across the valley, so you’re watching wildlife in front of the mountain, not below it. Seeing the most priceless view with wildness is unmatched.
How You Actually Get Up There
If you think booking the room is the hard part, just wait until you see how you get inside. You don’t just walk down a hallway or take a normal elevator. You can expect a unique check in process and not your typical. Your stay actually starts with a rugged 4×4 ride from El Chaltén. From there, you pull on your hiking boots for a guided trek through the green native Patagonian forests.
You will cross a suspension bridge (De las Vueltas River Suspension Bridge) which swings over the canyon floor, and finally, you complete a short Via Ferrata climb. That means you are clipped safely into steel cables along the rock face, climbing your way up to your floating room. It turns checking into your hotel into a total mountain adventure before you even drop your bags. This is the best experience if you’re already a hiker babe!
Inside the Transparent Egg Pods
Once you finally pull yourself up to your pod, you will find out what living inside a giant glass egg is really like. There are only four of these clear capsules hanging on the entire cliff, which keeps the whole experience super private and exclusive. Each pod is split into three tiny levels. The top floor has a comfy bed facing the massive glass windows so you can wake up to the sun hitting Mount Fitz Roy.
The middle floor has a little lounge and dining spot, plus a dry toilet. But the coolest part might just be the bottom floor, which features a suspended net hammock. You can lay right on the net and look straight down hundreds of feet into the empty air. Other room features include bathrobes and slippers.
Eating High in the Sky (Dreamy Views Included)
You might wonder how dinner works when you are hanging off the side of a cliff. You do not have to cook over a tiny camp stove or pack in a bunch of heavy food. Expert local mountain guides actually hike up the cliffside to deliver fresh, delicious meals right to your capsule door. You get to sit back in your transparent pod eating great local food while watching the sunset paint the jagged peaks of the Andes in pink and orange light. In the morning, they bring you breakfast to start your day right. There is also free breakfast available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Is It Safe and Warm Enough?
Patagonia is famous for having some of the wildest, windiest weather in the world, so hanging in a glass bubble might sound a little scary at first. However, the pods are engineered heavily to act as a secure wind shelter against the harsh elements. They are securely bolted with heavy-duty anchors into the solid rock, and they are tested to handle high mountain gusts with ease. Plus, they trap the sun’s heat during the day to keep you cozy and warm, and they come equipped with smart ventilation so you can breath good oxygen and feel comfortable.
A Night You Will Always Cherish
Staying here is definitely not your average beach resort or city hotel. It takes a little bit of courage, a taste for the outdoors, and a love for unreal views to make the trip. But if you want to swap the city hotel and traffic noises for the sound of rushing wind and soaring condors, hanging off a cliff in Argentina is about as unforgettable as travel gets!
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