Bariloche, Argentina
About The Resort
Cerro Catedral is a mountain located 12 miles from San Carlos de Bariloche, and inside the Nahuel Huapí National Park, in Patagonia, Argentina. The mountain is the biggest ski center in South America and in the Southern Hemisphere, with a skiable area of 2.3 square miles, 75 miles of ski runs, and a lift capacity of 35,000 skiers per hour. It is also popular due to the views of the Nahuel Huapi lake. There are also a number of hotels and hostels at the foot of the mountain, and a summer hikers' hut called Refugio Lynch on one of the tops of the mountain.
RESORT STATISTICS
GATEWAY CITY: Bariloche Airport DISTANCE: 1 Hour ELEVATION: 3,379'-7,152'
# OF LIFTS: 34 # OF MARKED TRAILS: 31 LONGEST RUN: 5.5 miles
BEGINNER RUNS: 15% INTERMEDIATE: 60% ADVANCE: 20% EXPERT: 5%
HIGHEST VERTICAL DROP: 3,280'
Hotel Partners
Hotel NH Bariloche Edelweiss - Bariloche
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The spacious and bright rooms of the Bariloche Edelweiss offer wonderful views of the snow-covered mountains. Each is fitted with flat-screen TVs, comfortable beds, and spacious bathrooms. A gym and indoor pool are also available for all guests.
Hampton Inn - Bariloche
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Located 650 feet from Playa del Centro, Hampton Inn features a bar, restaurant, lounge, and 24-hour front desk. Rooms include free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a kettle, a bidet, and a desk. A breakfast buffet is also available in the mornings.
Hotel Panamericano - Bariloche
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Located next to Nahuel Huapi Lake, this hotel includes a spa, gym, and a hot tub. Rooms offer views of the lake or mountain and include free WiFi. At the Lobby Piano Bar, guests can have cocktails, drinks, Patagonian smoked meats, and a wide range of wines. Guests can relax at the spa, including the heated pool, gym, sauna, and hot tub. A casino is also available on site.
Pire Hue Lodge - Cerro Catedral
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This hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access, as well as an outdoor and indoor pool, spa, and 2 restaurants. A daily buffet is available, and guests can relax in the Turkish bath, or enjoy the mountain views from their room window.
