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The House of Jasmines is a 100-year-old colonial estancia in a beautiful location near Salta at the foot of the Andes. This Relais & Chateaux property sits within a 100-hectare park featuring gardens of roses and jasmine, and has a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
The colonial-style rooms and suites are individually designed with king-sized beds, antique furniture, stylish textiles and private bathrooms. The superior rooms have balconies overlooking the gardens, while the suites have private terraces with views of the Andes.
The onsite restaurant serves traditional Argentine food, sourced from the estancia and accompanied by regional wines. Guests are invited to join cookery classes or participate in wine tasting.
Spend your days exploring the area on horseback, hiking, relaxing by the outdoor heated pool, or unwinding in the spa. The estancia is an ideal base for exploring the local area and enjoying adventure activities like polo, hiking with llamas, and rafting.
House of Jasmines Information
Location & Getting There
Lying at the foot of the Andes close to the city of Salta in the rugged northwest of Argentina, House of Jasmines is a mere 5-minute drive from Salta International Airport or a 2-hour flight from Buenos Aires.
Accommodations
House of Jasmines features 19 spacious and elegantly designed rooms and suites, which combine traditional local style with modern comforts. Each Standard and Junior room features a king-size bed, antique furniture and all-modern amenities. The 3 Suites are designed to provide a romantic experience for couples and feature a private terrace that offers outstanding views across the valley and to the Andes range. Interconnecting rooms are available for families.
Activities
There are plenty of activities on and off the ranch from mountain biking and walking to horse riding or golf. Thrill-seekers will enjoy rafting, trekking with llamas or motorbike excursions. The hotel also provides the ideal base from which to explore northern Argentina and numerous cultural attractions such as world heritage site, Quebrada de Humahuaca. For those preferring less energetic pursuits, stroll through the tranquil gardens, be pampered at the spa or relax by the outdoor pool as you enjoy the views. An outdoor massage is a must.
Children
The hotel is a paradise for children, with heaps of outdoor space and endless activities to keep them busy.
This place oozes bliss: wake to birdsong, watch horses grazing, and just relax with flowering vines and fresh flowers surrounding you. The food here is sublime. Expect traditional Argentine food sourced from the estancia. We recommend joining a cookery class or participating in wine tasting for a little local flavour.
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