El Mirador Travel Guide
San Carlos de Bariloche
Popular places to visit
Civic Center Bariloche
You can find out about the history of San Carlos de Bariloche with a visit to Civic Center Bariloche. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Catedral Alta Patagonia
Hit the slopes in San Carlos de Bariloche with a visit to Catedral Alta Patagonia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Cerro Campanario
Soar over forests, mountains and lakes on the chairlift to reach the top of the hill. See Patagonia’s spectacular terrain laid out before you.
Cerro Otto
Dine at the rotating restaurant at the summit of this white mountain to eat in style with views of Patagonian wonders.
Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi
After visiting Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Carlos de Bariloche. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Piedras Blancas Lookout
From ziplining to snowboarding, try the fun activities on this resort on the snowy mountain where Argentine skiing began.
Things to do
Tour to San Martín de los Andes via the 7 Lakes Route
Tronador Hill Day Trip from Bariloche with Transportation
Top hotels in El Mirador
Charming Residences & Suites with Private Spa
The hotel is lovely; we stayed in one of the casitas that had a living room with fireplace, kitchen, bedroom and bath. Think large wooden beams like a forest cottage. The views out our windows were of the lake and mountains beyond. The hotel has an outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub. The dining room ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Lirolay Suites
The staff is exceptional. The communication ahead of our arrival was greatly appreciated and they made our stay just what we needed.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Rochester Bariloche
Excelente lugar, el personal muy amable, incluso antes del ingreso estan ayudando a que la ida del aeropuerto al hotel sea facil, al llegar nos ayudaron mucho para buscar comida que la llevan al hotel, la vista es preciosa, me senti en casa
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025
DESTINAR APARTMENTS
Todo limpio, personal muy atento. La ubicación está perfecta, frente al lago. Definitivamente volveríamos
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
NH Edelweiss Bariloche
Lovely hotel undergoing renovation. Breakfast was meh. Scary eggs. Great location
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Alma del Lago Suites & Spa
A great view of the lake but apart from that, the hotel disappointed. The food was basic and the coffee at breakfast was terrible and totally undrinkable. The staff were not particularly friendly and the hotel felt very corporate and with an atmosphere. We were given a twin room despite booking a ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Mirador
Pinar de Festa
While Pinar de Festa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cerro Otto Cable Car and Cerro Otto.
Pinar del Lago
While Pinar del Lago isn't home to many top sights, Cerro Otto Cable Car and Cerro Viejo Eco Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Playa Bonita
Playa Bonita is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nahuel Huapi Lake and Parque Ecoturistico Cerro Viejo.
Carihue
If you're spending some time in Carihue, Nahuel Huapi Lake and Cerro Viejo Eco Park are top sights worth seeing.
Melipal
Melipal might not have many top sights, but Cerro Otto Cable Car and Piedras Blancas Lookout are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Los Maitenes
Though Los Maitenes may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Piedras Blancas Lookout and Cerro Viejo Eco Park.
