Tierra Patagonia

Chile
Overview

Travel to the end of the world to surprise yourself with the Torres del Paine National Park among millennial forests, turquoise lakes, icebergs and legendary mountains. Tierra Patagonia blends in with the environment on the shores of Lake Sarmiento with an exquisite design and privileged views to offer a unique combination between adventure & spa.

It is the perfect spot for an adventure vacation, at Patagonia you will find emerald lakes, fantastic mountain ranges, and abundant wildlife.

*This hotel remains closed from May to September due to the weather conditions.

Environmentally conscious, with sustainable initiatives, nearly carbon neutral.
Amenities
experiences - shared small group basis
Rooms

At Tierra Patagonia the space is elegant and cozy, made with local wood. Bringing the outside in to enjoy the warmth of the rooms while feeling a connection with the surroundings. Whichever of the three-room types you choose, you can unwind and disconnect easily, all while watching the shifting light and weather patterns dance over the lake and mountains.

Dining
Tierra Patagonia´s cuisine is an irresistible mix of hearty stews, slow-cooked soups, and tasty dishes, sourced from the nearby lands surrounding their lodge. Their contemporary approach to Chilean cuisine, cooking techniques, and the ingredients they use results in a broad, varied menu suitable for all tastes, preferences, and diets.
Experiences

Tierra Patagonia offers a full range of guided tours and excursions within and around Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, Chile. 

As well as discovering ancient geological formations on a hiking tour, witnessing remnants of the indigenous Aonikenk culture, thrilling biking excursion through the landscapes of Cañadón Macho and kayaking on Lake Grey. The glacial waters create a peaceful sanctuary.

Location
Tierra Patagonia is located at Torres del Paine, Region de Magallanes.

Fly to Punta Arenas

Fly to Puerto Natales

Sustainability
The lodge was built using an “architecture of disappearance” philosophy, with a curved shape that mimics the wind-swept fossils of the region. To protect the local ecosystem, Tierra Patagonia has spearheaded a reforestation project, planting over 2,000 native trees like lenga and ñirre to restore habitats impacted by past fires. During the construction of Tierra Patagonia, in order to mitigate their impact on the land, landscapers worked strenuously to remove the native plant species, nurture them in a greenhouse and later successfully replant them in the surrounding areas. Today, guanacos, rheas, rabbits and foxes are attracted to the hotel by this recovered pampa for which they have a care plan to respect and protect area species. Their gardens include autochthonous species such as coirón, senecio, nirre, calafate and mata negra. Because they are located so close to Torres del Paine National Park, they are increasingly concerned about the safety and protection of the area’s wildlife. For this reason, in 2019 they discontinued their excursion to the cornices, because the route passed through a puma protection area within the Cerro Guido Ranch. Likewise, during their annual “Guides School”, they place added emphasis on training for the protection of wildlife, particularly in terms of birds.
Tierra Patagonia is a proud sponsor of local cultural events like the Fiesta a la Chilena in Villa Cerro Castillo. They partner with local artisans, such as women’s weaving cooperatives, to create items sold at the lodge, ensuring tourism dollars directly support the regional economy. At Tierra Patagonia, excursions with local providers are a fundamental part of the hotel’s daily work. They work side-by-side with neighboring ranches such as Estancia Matinal with whom they have a great relationship. They have arranged excursions with this provider for more than three seasons. The owner always greets them with his gaucho (skilled horseman); they are both friendly, strongly committed to their work and take great care of their horses.
The “Zero Kilometer” philosophy is key; herbs and vegetables are grown in the on-site organic orchard, while meats and cheeses are sourced from neighboring ranches to minimize transport emissions and support local farmers. Tierra Patagonia works on a daily basis to make their cuisine from ingredients native to each region. The importance of local cuisine is immeasurable and they always try to highlight this legacy and pass it on to their guests. They strive to fill their menus with fresh products, most of which arrive to the table directly from their own gardens.

The hotel utilizes high-efficiency heating systems and has integrated solar panels at the staff camp to reduce reliance on traditional generators. The building’s strategic orientation and floor-to-ceiling glass maximize passive solar heating and natural light, significantly cutting electricity needs.

Tierra Patagonia’s one-of-a-kind location is across from Sarmiento Lake and outside of Torres del Paine National Park. This inspires their commitment to the protection of the environment and reducing their footprint as much as possible. In terms of electricity, this hotel has three diesel generators, which take turns to meet the hotel’s electricity requirements. From the beginning, it has been important to heat the hotel in an energy efficient way due to Patagonia’s climate. Today, the hotel’s heating system consists of three, energy-efficient Blowtherm boilers, which consume 350 KV each, and are turned on alternately. These boilers provide heating and hot water for the hotel and its facilities. Their operation uses machines, thermo-panel windows and low light and heat settings in order to conserve resources. As part of their continuous improvement, a gas boiler was installed in 2019 to meet the requirements of the dishwashers. In 2019, sixteen solar panels with a battery bank were installed in the staff residence of Tierra Patagonia. These inject clean energy into their electricity matrix. This innovation is part of a pilot program that, if successful, will be replicated in the hotel’s facilities.

To eliminate single-use plastics, guests receive reusable metal bottles filled via an in-house “Uma Water” triple-filtration system. The property uses a private well and employs greywater treatment systems to repurpose water for irrigation in the surrounding pampas.

100% of the water at Tierra Patagonia is obtained from their well and is treated by their water chlorination plant, offering them their own independent supply. Their guest rooms facilities contain dual-flush tanks and all guest room faucets feature flow aerators, reducing the hotel’s total water consumption by 20%. During 2018, showerhead economizers were installed as well. They use cutting-edge technology to maintain their pool water. Thereby, prolonging the use of 106 m3 of water before changing it. Their laundry room contains three front-loading, industrial washing machines for 18 to 23 kg loads of laundry with a water consumption of 191 liters per cycle. They use a variety of wash-cycle options as needed, always prioritizing efficiency. They have eight collection sinks for rainwater owing from their green spaces via drains. This hotel also has an Ecosystem water treatment plant, which allows them to reuse grey water for irrigation. Their irrigation system features sprinklers and drip-irrigation devices that optimize water use.

Tierra Patagonia operates a rigorous recycling and composting program. All organic waste is transformed into compost, and the lodge has eliminated nearly all single-use plastics, replacing them with compostable or biodegradable alternatives, from room keys to laundry bags. Tierra Patagonia separates all waste to instill the habit in hotel workers. Currently, cardboard and bottles are recycled. Additionally, during 2019 they added 10 one-cubic-meter containers to hold glass, plastic bottles, cans, bags, cardboard and general waste. Hazardous waste is retrieved, according to requirements, by the company Vialimpia in coordination with the maintenance team. Furthermore, this year they began the development of a collection center for hazardous waste in the staff residence area.
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