We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Charles Darwin Hotel – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
Manuel Bulnes 90, Puerto Natales 6160000, Chile
Hotel amenities
Charles Darwin Hotel
Ranked #16 of 26 hotels in Puerto Natales
3.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

29 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    6
    6
    11
    4
    2
Date Rating
Fife
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
80 helpful votes 80 helpful votes
“Pleasantly surprised - A good base for a stop over”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2011

We stayed here for 1 night on route to Torres Del Paine.

We arrived at Puento Arena’s airport and our guide and driver took us to Puerto Natales which is approx 3-4 hours drive away. On route we stopped at the Seno Otway penguin colony and it was great to see all the penguins, really good fun. Afterwards we stopped for lunch in the middle of nowhere! We both had soup, sandwich and a hot drink and I felt it was quite expensive at about £20, however you have to remember how remote you are.

We arrived at the Charles Darwin and although the gentleman at reception couldn’t speak a lot of english, he was very pleasant and helpful. We stayed in room 314 and as there were no lifts he did help me by carrying my suitcase, he did attempt to carry them both but we stopped him as I don’t think he would have made it!

Our room was a twin room and although very basic, it was clean, warm, had a TV, fridge/mini bar and safe. The beds were extremely comfortable. Next to our room was a lounge where they were fantastic views across the Sound. This room also had a computer and free Wi-Fi.

After reading some of the reviews regarding breakfast, I was expecting the worse. However, I was pleasantly surprised. It contained all the usual items and yes the orange juice was not fresh but what they had was nice. In fact, the scrambled eggs were the best I had in Chile, so top marks from me.

We did have a wonder around the town and found a range of restaurants, shops and mini supermarkets but didn’t really find anything to do. You are recommended to stock up on biscuits, sweets etc before heading to Torres Del Paine as it is very expensive there.

We would recommend this hotel.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask javdac6070 about Charles Darwin Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Bath, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Average”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2011

We stayed in the hotel for 2 nights and I have to say it was pretty average and certainly not up to the standard of most of hotels that we stayed in Argentina. The rooms seemed a bit run down and the lack of a lift was annoying when checking in with 4 bags. The internet facilities were good situated in a comfortable lounge. I agree with other writers, the breakfast was very bad! In general I would say that Puerto Natales is not the most pleasant town in the world. If we did go back to visit the excellent Torres del Paine then we would try and stay in hotels located in the park.

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask MarkfromBath about Charles Darwin Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Rural Virginian
Top Contributor
60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
“Pleasant hotel in Puerto Natales”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2011

Well-located hotel in Puerto Natales. We were about a block from the water and several blocks from the town center. The room was clean and quiet. Free wi-fi.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask schlegal1 about Charles Darwin Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Boulder, Colorado
1 review
“Friendly, Clean and well situated Hostal”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2011

My two daughters and I spent one night at the Charles Darwin en route to Torres del Paine. The front desk staff (Oswaldo) were efficient and helpful. The room was a good size ( 3 twin beds). The room and attached bath were very clean and neat. We found Patagonia to be very expensive making this hotel a bargain.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask MAmabile about Charles Darwin Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Zurich, Switzerland
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Very noisy and poor breakfast”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2010
1
person found this review helpful

I can only give you the good advice: stay away from this hotel! There are probably better options in Puerto Natales. My room was so small that I could hardly move (ok there are some rooms with more space) and the bed was quite uncomfortable. The room was very noisy and you could hear it everytime when your neighbours took a shower. But he biggest annoyance was the breakfast, which was the baddest on my trip through Chile. The coffee was only a pulver coffee which you couldn’t drink (Dear Manager if you should read this: please try once your coffee and say honestly if that is the way you want to start your day?). The staff seemeed to be rather uninterested and nobody could speak a word English (not even a basic communication was possible)

  • Stayed January 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask combas about Charles Darwin Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers are raving about these Puerto Natales hotels

Weskar Patagonian Lodge
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d599575?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Hotel IF Patagonia
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1583311?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
The Singular Patagonia
5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d2038719?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Hostal Amerindia Patagonia
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d735127?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Indigo Hotel & Spa
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d639248?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton

Travellers who viewed Charles Darwin Hotel also viewed

Keoken Patagonia Bed & Breakfast
4.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1544994?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Hotel Martin Gusinde
3.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d455174?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Hotel Alcazar
3.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d605938?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 26 hotels in Puerto Natales, ranked by popularity »

Been to Charles Darwin Hotel? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Charles Darwin Hotel

Manuel Bulnes 90, Puerto Natales 6160000, Chile
Price range (per night):* INR3,901 - 8,360

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Charles Darwin Hotel, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Charles Darwin Hotel
Show the lowest price for this hotel (from our partners)
Show Prices