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Set the scene Located on a private estancia in view of the famous blue towers of Torres del Paine National Park, Awasi Patagonia is one of the handful of high-end boutique hotels scattered amongst the alpine desert of Patagonia.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026 Designed by architect Mary Jane Colter, this estancia has been revitalized, with a substantial art gallery and rooms featuring Southwestern decor.—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026 Notable stays include Awasi Patagonia and Explora Patagonia, both luxury lodges in Torres del Paine, and Estancia Cerro Guido, which offers a genuine estancia, or cattle ranch, experience.—Eric Sheets, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025 Fun fact: The late David Rockefeller used to visit the estancia every year for his birthday.—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
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American Spanish, from Spanish, stay, room, from Vulgar Latin *stantia — more at stance