Mendoza: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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USD 78 - 104 Exclusive Apart Hotel
 Exclusive Apart Hotel offers apartments in central Mendoza, two blocks from Plaza Independencia. All its apartments include full kitchens and free Wi-… MoreUSD 52 - 102 Dakar Hotel
 The Dakar Suites Hotel in Mendoza is located between the old city and the city centre. It is near San Martin Street and two blocks from Ohiggins Park.… MoreUSD 79 - 137 Cóndor Suites Apart Hotel
 On a street sided by tall trees, this hotel is only 7 blocks from downtown Mendoza, offering modern self-cathering apartments. It features a pool, plu… MoreUSD 71 - 724 Aconcagua Hotel
 Located in the heart of Mendoza, opposite of Italy square, Aconcagua Hotel offers 4- star accommodation. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free… MoreUSD 70 - 115 Apart San Lorenzo
 The San Lorenzo is a modern hotel offering pleasant suites and apartments in the centre of Mendoza. Services include a spa and sauna, gym and outdoor … MoreUSD 40 - 100 Bombal Suites
 Bombal Suites is a new hotel in the heart of Mendoza, only 9.2 km from El Plumerillo Airport. It offers spacious rooms with fully equipped kitchens a… MoreUSD 94 - 238 Executive Hotel
 This 4-star hotel in Mendoza is located opposite Plaza Italia, just a few blocks from Mendoza city centre. It features an outdoor pool, massage servic… MoreUSD 49 - 220 Gala Apart & Suites
 Gala Apart and Suites offers self-catering accommodation with a flat-screen TV. Wi-Fi and parking is free. Located in Mendoza, it is 3 km away from Me… MoreUSD 39 - 85 Hotel Cordon Del Plata
 Located in the centre of Mendoza, walking distance from Plaza Independencia and main shopping area. It offers large, air conditioned rooms with cable… MoreUSD 68 - 1,103 Hotel Crillon Mendoza
 Hotel Crillon Mendoza is located in the heart of Mendoza, a 5-minute walk from Plaza Independencia. It features an outdoor swimming pool, free parking… MoreUSD 55 - 58 Hotel Ibis Mendoza
 Conveniently located by the MRN7 highway, the Hotel Ibis Mendoza is within easy reach of Mendoza’s centre. It offers air-conditioned rooms with priv… MoreUSD 62 - 80 Hotel Internacional
USD 79 - 130 Hotel Cervantes
 Cervantes is situated in the centre of Mendoza, just a few metres of Mendocina main pedestrian street. It provides accommodation with LCD cable TV and… MoreUSD 64 - 93 Hotel Carollo
 In central Mendoza, this modern hotel is a 15-minute drive from Francisco Gabrielli International Airport. It is just 2 blocks from the main comercial… MoreUSD 70 - 126 Garden All Suites
 Just three blocks from downtown and the Angel Bustelo Congress Center, Garden All Suites offers 24-hour serviced apartments with kitchenettes and priv… MoreUSD 12 - 60 Hostel Parque Central
 Conveniently located in the centre of Mendoza, the Parque Central features practical hostel accommodations with free Wi-Fi. It offers an outdoor pool… MoreUSD 30 - 48 Hotel America
 Hotel America offers spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi and free private parking. Located at the entrance of General San Martin Park and 3 km from the centre … MoreUSD 35 - 83 Abril Hotel Boutique
 In the centre of Mendoza, the new Abril Hotel Boutique offers tasteful interiors and modern rooms. Situated 1 block from Independencia Square and Sar… More | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Mendoza: Guide
Mendoza is a city in western Argentina, in the desert Cuyo region. Mendoza is the center of the Argentinian wine industry, for which it is world renowned. It is also near the Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas. Mendoza is the capital of Mendoza (province)|the province of Mendoza.
Get In
The bus terminal is about two kilometers from the city center. Taxis and remis (private taxis) are readily available.
There are daily bus connections to all major destinations including San Carlos de Bariloche|Bariloche and Santiago de Chile, a beautiful 8 hour bus ride crossing the Andes.
Mendoza has a small airport, El Plumerillo (airport code MDZ), with flights to Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile, but tickets are very expensive compared to bus fares.
Mendoza is a travel hub of sorts for Argentina, with connections to nearly every major city in the country.
Bus travel times to/from Mendoza:
In the winter, the mountain passes to Chile can be closed if weather is bad.
Winters are moderately cold in the city and very cold in the mountains. Many ski centers are located near Mendoza.
A useful tourist kiosk is located at Garibaldi y San Martín. Open from nine till nine, and English is spoken. They can provide information on many specific
Siesta (afternoon nap) is still taken in Mendoza. Most businesses close from approximately 1 PM until 4 PM, then re-open until about 9 PM.
Many bodegas (wineries) offer tours. Wine-tasting events are common; check the culture section of local newspapers or ask around. A good period to visit is during harvesting in March and April.
Festivals occur often and are usually free. Each has a different theme, and they usually have a stage with singing and dancing and booths that sell food around a plaza. The harvest festival at the end of February is a major event.
The Green Apple, Avenida Colón 458. A good vegetarian all-you-can-eat buffet.
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13-17 hours: Buenos Aires
10 hours: Córdoba
14 hours: Tucumán
36 hours: Puerto Iguazú
41 hours: Río Gallegos
7 hours: Santiago de Chile
8 hours: Valparaíso, Chile
60-74 hours: Lima, Peru (via Santiago)
22 hours: Montevideo, UruguayClimate
Summers are extremely hot and dry in the city. January is particularly hot; temperatures of 45C (113 F) are not uncommon. The nearby mountains are cool, though, even in the summer.Information
Though it is situated in an extremely dry desert region, Mendoza has an extensive artificial irrigation system which allows greenery throughout the city, and the growth of the grapes used to make its famous wines. Most streets have irrigation channels on either side, with bridges for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. These are periodically flooded with water diverted from the river.See
Parque San Martín. This huge park is nice for walking or biking around. From Cerro de la Gloria there is a nice view over the city. There is also a zoo with animals in small cages.Buy
The wine is excellent and extremely inexpensive. Clothing tends to be fashionable and cheap for those paying in US dollars or Euros. Electronics are imported and thus expensive. Many unique home decor items are available at good prices. Leather goods are also readily available and inexpensive.Eat
Good restaurants abound. Try world-famous Argentinian beef asado (roasted) from a parrilla (grill) restaurant, with a bottle of Mendoza's excellent wine. Mendoza's most famous varieties are the Malbecs from Maipú and Luján de Cuyo. Other good options are Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlots.
La Casa de Ofelia, +54-0261-4990159, lacasadeofelia@gmail.com, . Located in the peaceful valley of Lunlunta, this house is a perfect stop while you're visiting wineries and vineyards. Meals are prepared with traditional recipes and served personally by the house's owners. You can get the best specialties calling some days earlier to make a reservation.Sleep
Damajuana, Av Arítides Villanueva 282, 0261-425858 (reservas@damajuanahostel.com.ar) . Bit of a party hostel. With swimming pool and breakfast.
Campo Base, Av. Mitre 946, (54-261) 429-0707 (email: info@campo-base.com.ar) . A hostel. Price for a dormbed Ar$15, Hostelling International|HI-members Ar$ 10.
Hostel Lagares, Corrientes 213, (0054)261 423-4727 (lagareshostel@speedy.com.ar) . A cozy hostel with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sol de Vistalba, +54-0261-4524757, soldevistalba@yahoo.com.ar, . An amazing lodge with grate park, BBQ, swimming pool and wine tours.
Hostel Internacional Mendoza, Av. Espana 343, 0261-4240018, info@hostelmendoza.net, . A very friendly and comfortable hostel, with excellent facilities. Also with great options for tours, including wine tours, horseback riding, rafting and excursions into the mountains.
Hostel Chimbas, Acc. Este y Cobos 92, (info@chimbashostel.com.ar), Beautiful hostel, charming owners. Approx. Ar$18. There is access to a pool, BBQ, brick oven, bike rental, and extensive excursion information.Get Out
Aconcagua - South America's highest peak Aconcagua provides trekking and climbing possibilities.
Wine tour - The nearby vineyards will let you taste wine if you show genuine interest. It's possible to do a tour by bike, but there are also fully organised tours going from Mendoza.
Mendoza Hotels -
Many companies organize trekking expeditions, horseback riding, and whitewater rafting in the desert and mountains.
Mountain cabins in areas with spectacular scenery are easily rentable in the city. Check the classified ads in the newspaper.
Skiing is popular in the winter.