Ruta Nacional 51, km 6 - La Merced Chica (Camino al Encon), 4400 El Encón, Argentina
#1 of 3 hotels in El Encón
Guests' ChoiceBased on 57 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.8
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.0
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jane
FranceNothing negative to say.
We had been travelling for over two weeks in N. Argentina when we stayed at Finca Valentina and it was by far our preferred hotel. Quiet, tastefully decorated, good sized bedrooms, excellent service (special mention to Romina who was outstanding) and lovely food. Need I say more ?
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Alison
United KingdomWiFi worked intermittently. Soundproofing between rooms wasn’t good. Could hear the people next door talking. The ambient lift music during dinner was bad.
Evening meal was delicious. Lunch great value and very good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Alan
United StatesNever seems to be anyone working there. Wandering around to find someone to get a glass of wine, searching to find someone for checking out. Breakfast was good, dinners not so great. Practically no WiFi in the room.
The grounds are beautiful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Beebee
AustraliaNothing!
We loved the location out of town, the ambiance and story behind Finca Valentina. Everyone was so delightful and helpful, and we had the pleasure of meeting Fabrizio the owner, who recommended great day trips.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Andrew
United KingdomEverything good
Super staff, nice room and excellent food and wine
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Gary
CanadaVery nice propery. Exceptional meam.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Ahmad
FranceWe booked this hotel at first just because the proximity with the airport. Going there by taxi from airport in the night, we’re not sure where we’re going. But when we arrived, the hospitality of the staff went beyond, the room is really cute, well decorated and very comfortable. it’s definitely a Salta’s hidden gem!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Catia
AustraliaBest to have a car to hang around.
Unique Argentinian boutique stay. Lovely grounds and architecture and design. Delicious home cooked food. Staff is incredible generous and make you feel at home.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Stephen
United KingdomReally loved this property, with its rustic rooms to its lounge area you feel like you are at home The staff are lovely, friendly and very helpful The best way to describe evening dinner is to pay it a massive compliment by saying it’s a delightfully home cooked
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Kate
United KingdomNothing. As long as you’re not expecting a 5* hotel. It is what it claims to be
It was a very authentic, relatively simple finca decorated thoughtfully and in keeping with Argentinian heritage. The staff were attentive and very friendly. The food was delicious. Would thoroughly recommend this to anyone
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Covadonga
United KingdomGrass was dry due to lack of rain
Authentic, comfortable and welcoming
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Ian
United KingdomNothing
The hotel was beautifully designed. It is a little way out of Salta so we ate at the property. The set 3 course dinner was delicious. I would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Kory
FranceWe were quite dismayed by the very rough drive from the main road to Finca Valentina. A 4x4 is not necessary to reach the facility, but without one it is necessary to drive at 10km/hour from the main road or risk damaging your car. I cannot lay this problem at the feet of Finca Valentina, of course, as they do not own the road, but it still bears a mention. Secondly, we were disappointed by the dinner we booked (though glad to have done so, going back to the road situation), as it was extremely light and somewhat pedestrian fare, this despite it being presented as "a 3-course set menu (not "a la carte") selected by our chef". The food was not bad, but it was not special in the least, which was a surprise considering the surroundings in which it was presented.
Everything about the Finca Valentina facility is top notch, save for the rough-and-tumble stone road that guests must negotiate to reach it. The layout of the place, the furnishings and decorations of the common areas and the rooms, the grounds...elegant and tasteful. Also, the owners and the staff we interacted with could not have been nicer or more forthcoming.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Reinhard
GermanyInternet (and coverage) very weak
Beatiful finca!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Kacie
United StatesEverything was great, the hosts were great, food was amazing, fresh juice and water on arrival. The location is a bit off the beaten trail but we enjoyed that sort of atmosphere.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Inge
BelgiumFinca Valentina is a cosy place to relax and enjoy the neighbourhood of Salta. Amazing decor, staff and food. They arrange everything for you (excursions, food, sports, books etc)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 July 2023
Manesh
SwitzerlandBeing winter, our room was very cold on arrival but it did eventually heat up once we managed to get the heater on… The floors remained cold so do bring some slippers if visiting in winter!
Lovely lounge and dining area, decorated with good taste and a beautiful fire place. We enjoyed the breakfast, lunch and dinner which was all freshly made. The room was nice and spacious too.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 May 2023
Maria
ArgentinaJardines e instalaciones en general.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 17 May 2023
Nicolas
Argentinanothing
I like everything of my stay there. The garden of the finca, the decoration of the different aereas, the service !!!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 May 2023
Nicola
United KingdomBecause of the time of year, it was quite chilly, and we did few quite cold at times. In the room it was fine as we had a big duvet and a radiator. However, in the main house you felt it much more (one night in particular it was quite cold eating dinner). Also, this didn’t bother us but there not any electronics in the property so if you’re keen on having a TV or a speaker then be prepared to bring your own devices.
The finca itself was absolutely stunning and incredibly stylishly design. It felt very cosy and there was a lovely fire to relax beside ahead of dinner. There were gorgeous gardens and the room was a really nice size. It had a great shower and it provided soap, shampoo, a hairdryer, etc, which we thought was a nice touch considering it is an independent hotel. By far the star of the show though was the food. It was freshly prepared by the staff in the kitchen beside the dining room every night and you could taste the love. It was also extremely well priced and included a three course meal. There was also an extensive menu of lovely local wines to choose from.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Tim
United KingdomBeautiful location and wonderful gardens to explore. The staff were super friendly and prepared lots of tasty homemade food and were always happy to make drinks. Breakfast was good with lots of wonderful fresh bread. The area round the pool was very pretty and a great place to relax in the sun.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 27 April 2023
Ian
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely country house with spacious sitting areas inside and out. The grounds were immediately kept. Very close to Salta airport.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Catherine
United Kingdoma kettle so you can make your own tea woudl have been nice . also dressing gowns
the relaxed atmosphere. welcoming staff who brought us lemonade and cake at no extra costs while we stayed by the pool very luxurious feel and tastefully decorated. we have a room on the first floor in the house with an amazing balcony overlooking mountains. the set menus in the evening was good .breakfast was excellent
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 19 March 2023
Merijn
United KingdomAnother hugely instagrammable place. The design is a joy and feels homely and personal, yet offers plenty of privacy. Staff are beyond friendly.
Stayed in March 2023
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