Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagonico - Cerro Castillo

50 minutes from Torres del Paine National Park, Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagonico offers a gateway to Patagonia's wilderness with on-site dining and outdoor activities.

Local Cuisine & Dining

The on-site restaurant serves local Patagonian cuisine with a breakfast buffet and an extensive dinner buffet. Guests can choose from a snack bar, special diet menus, and a selection of Chilean wines and champagne. The restaurant also provides packed lunches for early hikes, with breakfast available from 4:30 am for early departures.

Outdoor Adventures & Services

Horseback riding and hiking are available in the surrounding area, with puma tracking excursions arranged nearby. Hotel Estancia El Ovejero Patagonico offers a 24-hour front desk, a gift shop with souvenirs and trail snacks, and money exchange services in USD, EUR, and ARS. Additional services include luggage storage, tour desk, express check-in/check-out, and free private parking with accessible spots.

Strategic Location

The hotel is located 50 minutes from the Laguna Amarga entrance of Torres del Paine National Park and 40 minutes from Puerto Natales. The Chilean border with Argentina is 2600 ft away, making it convenient for travelers crossing between countries. El Ovejero Patagonico also offers petrol sales (diesel) for guests, as there is no gas station in Cerro Castillo.

Accommodations & Comforts

Rooms feature private bathrooms with bath or shower, and some units offer views of the mountain or town. Each room includes a towel warmer, power converters, and a comfortable large bed. The hotel provides board games and puzzles for guests, and offers wheelchair-accessible rooms with lower bathroom sinks and grab rails.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Estancia El Ovejero offers family rooms with cots and board games for children. A minimarket on site sells essentials and baked goods. The property is a working farm with gaucho-style decor, including old sewing machines and saddle bar stools.

• Location: 50 minutes from Torres del Paine, 2600 ft from Argentine border
• Dining: On-site local cuisine restaurant with breakfast and dinner buffets
• Activities: Horseback riding, hiking, and puma tracking excursions
• Services: 24-hour front desk, gift shop, money exchange, petrol sales
• Rooms: Private bathrooms, towel warmers, wheelchair-accessible options
• Family: Family rooms, cots, board games, minimarket