Hotel Carlos V Patagonia is a straightforward downtown hotel in the part of Bariloche that most first-time visitors want to be in. It stands close to the Civic Centre, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi and the Museo de la Patagonia, so the main sights of the old centre are within a short walk. The hotel is in the three-star class and focuses on comfort and convenience rather than frills. Rooms are heated and come with a safe, a minibar, a television with cable channels, a desk and a bathroom with a rainfall shower and a bidet. Free wifi is available, and guests can use the bar and coffee shop, order room service, drop off laundry and arrange car rental or tours through the front desk. A grocery and convenience store is on hand for snacks and water, which is useful before long excursions, and luggage storage helps on arrival and departure days.
Location and getting around
Staying here means being able to leave the car or the taxi behind. Mitre street, with its chocolate shops, cafes and bookstores, is a short stroll away, and the lakefront is nearby, so an evening walk and dinner require no planning. Tours to the Circuito Chico, Isla Victoria and Cerro Tronador pick up from downtown hotels, and the front desk can help with tour and ticket assistance.
The airport is a short drive from the city, and the usual way to arrive is by taxi or transfer. If you have a rental car, ask the hotel about parking arrangements when you reserve, since details can change.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are practical and warm, which counts for a lot in a city where evenings are cool even in summer. Heating, a bathroom with a rainfall shower and good storage space are the main comforts, and the in-room safe is handy for travel documents. There is no pool or spa, and the hotel does not try to be a resort. A free daily breakfast buffet is included, giving you a solid start before a day of sightseeing, and the bar is a pleasant place to unwind in the evening.
What to know
Check-in runs from noon to midnight and there is no after-hours check-in, so tell the hotel if you will arrive late. Check-out is before 10 in the morning, which is earlier than at many hotels, so plan your last day accordingly. The minimum age for check-in is 18, children are welcome, pets are not accepted and the hotel does not provide extra beds or rollaways, so families should confirm that the room type fits their party before they reserve.
It suits independent travellers, couples and small groups who want a central base with breakfast included and are happy to spend their time in the city and on day trips. For lake views, a spa or a pool, look at the Avenida Bustillo hotels or Llao Llao instead. In spring and autumn, rates are usually softer than in the July ski weeks and the summer peak.
Why stay here
- ✓Free daily buffet breakfast
- ✓Near the Civic Centre and cathedral
- ✓Bar and coffee shop
- ✓Room service
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓In-room safe and minibar
- ✓Heated rooms with rainfall showers
- ✓24-hour front desk
Good questions
Is breakfast included at Hotel Carlos V Patagonia?+
Yes, a free daily buffet breakfast is part of the stay. Check the details of your rate when you reserve.
What are the check-in and check-out times?+
Check-in runs from noon to midnight with no after-hours check-in, and check-out is before 10 in the morning. Tell the hotel if you will arrive late.
Can I bring pets or add an extra bed?+
No. Pets are not accepted and the hotel does not provide rollaway or extra beds. Children are welcome in the room types that fit your party.
