SAN HUBERTO

San Huberto, the classic guesthouse located north of Junín and San Martín de los Andes towns, belongs to an old cattle-farming ranch that was created in 1890, eight years before the foundation of San Martín de los Andes. The present-day descendants of the pioneer family that founded the ranch have kept up the old farming tradition, and added other typically Patagonian activities such as sport fishing, bird and wildlife watching and horseback riding.

There are exceptional opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities here. Many years ago, when the area was wilder and more inhospitable, the Olsen family began to provide lodging for travelers who needed a safe place to spend the night. Adventurers roaming the area in search of a good hunting or fishing trophy also used to gather round the family fireplace.

In the mid-70s, the guesthouse was built. At first it was only used by the deer hunters who dared to roam the vicinity, but as time went by, it became the most distinguished fishing lodge in the area. As well as offering first-class amenities, it is located on the Malleo River, one of the most renowned fly-fishing destinations in Patagonia. Perfect for fishing, the winding Malleo carries crystal-clear, easy to wade water. An ancient Patagonian sentinel, the river has long enjoyed a highly respected catch-and-release policy and earned a well-deserved reputation as a first-class fishing site. Guests have access to the upper course of this great river, and can enjoy a different site every time they go fishing, even if they stay for a whole week.

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Activities at the lodge/hotel:

Surrounded by almost untouched countryside, San Huberto offers guests a wide range of activities on its premises. Top professionals based at our lodge will guide you to unique spots. Sport fishing and hunting are both popular activities here, thanks to the vast expanse of land harboring excellent animals and the outstandingly well-preserved natural surroundings, which reflect local environmental conservation policies. The area is also perfect for bird-watching, an activity that has undergone major development over the last decade. San Huberto has begun to promote bird-watching because it has little impact on the surroundings and creates a strong link between the birdwatcher and the magical surroundings enjoyed by those of us lucky enough to live in this beautiful place and the guests that visit us every year.

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The lodge has both single and double rooms (some of them appropriate for disabled guests) and can host up to 16 people. We try to limit the number of anglers staying at the same time to a maximum of 12, to ensure the conservation of the natural resource. Guests know they needn’t worry about meals. Carmen and her team ensure that the mountain delicacies and international cuisine served in the dining room are top-quality. All meals are prepared with fresh or organically grown ingredients, most of them produced either on the farm itself or nearby. Don’t miss their fried meat “empanadas”, “asado” and green salads freshly picked from the family vegetable garden. In addition to unforgettable fishing in the Malleo’s crystal-clear water at the foot of the Lanín Volcano, the region offers ideal sites for fishing from boats, whether motorboats on nearby Lake Tromen, or floating down neighboring rivers. Don’t miss the opportunity!

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Dining

The food at San Huberto is simply wonderful. Making the most of the locally produced, absolutely organic ingredients, our kitchen creates tasty dishes, including some traditional international recipes as well as many unique flavors that we have developed over our many years’ experience. Our traditional Sunday “asados” are so popular that many guests make a special point of including a Sunday when they book their stay. Our traditional Argentine “asado” is accompanied by an assortment of salads from the lodge’s exclusive organic vegetable garden.

Local attractions

San Huberto is located in northwest Patagonia, in the Neuquén Lake District, on the Andes Mountain Range and the shore of the Malleo River. A few reference distances: San Huberto is 34 miles NW of Chapelco Airport, 18 miles NW of Junín de los Andes, 22 miles E of Paso Internacional Tromen (Mamuil Malal), which leads to the Chilean towns of Pucón and Villarrica, and just 6 miles E as the crow flies of the majestic Lanín Volcano. How to get here… If you’re traveling by air, the nearest commercial airport is Chapelco, halfway between Junín de los Andes and San Martín de los Andes, and 34 miles away from our place. San Carlos de Bariloche airport, about 150 miles away, is another alternative. You will be transferred in a comfortable vehicle, or, if you prefer, rent yourself a car, to drive along the scenic route to San Huberto. By land, drive north for 3 miles (5 km) along the national route from the peaceful town of Junín de los Andes, cross the bridge over Chimehuín River and imme

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