Casa de Uco is a boutique wine hotel in the Uco Valley, in the Vista Flores area near Tunuyán, a high, dry plain with the Andes towering on the western side. The property is built around the idea of living among the vines, with modern, comfortable rooms that open onto views of vineyards and mountains, a restaurant serving regional cooking and wines from the estate and the valley, and a spa for relaxation after a day of tasting. Guests can walk among the vines, taste in the cellar and arrange visits to neighbouring wineries, and the setting is quiet and dark at night, with bright stars. It is smaller and more intimate than a large resort, which suits couples and friends who want a personal stay rather than a big-hotel feel. The distances to the city are large, so most visitors treat it as a destination in itself, planning a few nights in the valley with winery visits and long lunches.
Location and getting around
The valley's best-known estates are a short drive from Vista Flores, so you can fit in several visits without the long haul from the city. Mendoza city and the airport are about an hour and a half away, and transfers can be arranged by the hotel or a private driver. If you do not have a car, plan activities through the hotel, since taxis are scarce in this part of the valley.
The rooms
Expect contemporary design, large windows, comfortable beds and terraces with a view across the vineyards to the mountains. Ask about the room categories when you book, since the best views and the largest layouts vary. Evenings can be cool at altitude even in summer, so pack a warm layer, and in winter check the heating and the road conditions in advance.
What is good to know
The experience is built around wine, with tastings, blending and cellar visits often part of the programme, and the restaurant is a natural place for lunch or dinner. The spa and the quiet gardens make it easy to rest between outings. Rates vary by season and rise in the harvest months and on holidays, so reserve early. Confirm what your rate includes, since breakfast, transfers and activities vary.
The hotel is a good fit for couples and wine enthusiasts, and it is less suited to travellers who want urban nightlife, shopping or easy access to the city's plazas. For many travellers the best plan is two or three nights, which lets you visit a different estate each day and still leave an afternoon free to enjoy the grounds and the view.
Why stay here
- ✓Vineyard and mountain views
- ✓Spa and relaxation area
- ✓Restaurant with regional cooking
- ✓Cellar visits and tastings
- ✓Terraces and gardens
- ✓Winery visits arranged
- ✓Transfers can be arranged
- ✓Quiet, rural setting
Good questions
Where is Casa de Uco?+
It is in the Vista Flores area of the Uco Valley, near Tunuyán, roughly an hour and a half from Mendoza city by road.
Do I need a car to stay here?+
Not necessarily. The hotel can help arrange drivers and winery visits, but taxis are scarce in the valley, so plan transport in advance.
Is it a good choice for wine lovers?+
Yes. The hotel is built around wine, with cellar tastings, valley wineries close by and a restaurant that features regional wines.
