Where to stay in Ushuaia Argentina: My Top Areas & Hotels (2026 Guide)

If you’re planning a trip to Ushuaia Argentina, you’re probably coming for one of three reasons:

1. Using Ushuaia as a gateway to Antarctica. Ushuaia is at the southernmost tip of South America and most Antarctica cruises jump off from here, going through the Beagle Channel and Drake passage all the way down to the Antarctic Peninsula.
2. Checking out a different side of Patagonia. Many people visit Patagonia for its raw and dramatic landscapes. You’ve seen the pictures, the towering granite peaks, and turquoise glacial lakes. But here lies Tierra del Fuego, where you’ll see a contrast of dense forests, wet trails, wetlands and marine life.
3. Because it’s the city at the “End of the World.” Some people visit for this symbolic reason, just to say they went to the end of the world, the dramatic spot at the bottom of the map.

Wherever you fall, the first question people ask is usually: Where should I stay in Ushuaia? In this travel guide, I’ll go over the best areas to stay, as well as some great hotels and resorts, including the ones I personally stayed at or would recommend.

Ushuaia isn’t the most glamorous city. In fact, it’s a small and rugged port city. But what makes it special is its location and vicinity to adventure and nature.

People use it as a jumping-off point for hiking and sightseeing, and depending on what you’d like to do here will determine what area is the best for you to stay in. I visited for three days staying both in the city center and up in the hills, so I was able to get a feel for the different types of experiences. If I’m honest, I wish I had booked a few more days here, solely to explore more.

Here’s how I’d breakdown where to stay in Ushuaia: the city center, the waterfront, and the hillside or the Martial Glacier area.

The city center is the most convenient place to stay in Ushuaia if you only have a short stay or need easy access to restaurants, cafés, shops, tour offices, and last-minute gear or supplies for Antarctica expeditions. I found that staying here made it easy to wander around on foot and get a feel for the city without needing to plan much.

The waterfront is where Ushuaia starts to feel a bit more dramatic. This is where you’ll find the port, Beagle Channel tour departures, expedition ships, and the classic “Fin del Mundo,” or “End of the World,” sign. It’s a really nice area to stroll, with views of the snowy mountains surrounding the channel. As you walk farther west, the area opens up into greener walking paths around Bahía Encerrada, which ended up being one of my favorite easy places to wander in town. You get the Ushuaia sign, little parks, bay views, and mountain scenery without needing to go on a full hike.

For most first-time visitors, especially anyone using Ushuaia as a gateway to Antarctica, I’d recommend staying in the city center or waterfront area. It’s the most practical base for embarkation day, last-minute errands, restaurants, museums, casual walks, and simply experiencing the End of the World town itself.

Here are some hotels I’d suggest in and around the walkable central area, from the main port and waterfront streets to slightly quieter spots on the edge of the center.

Cilene del Fuego Suites & Spa

$$$ | 4-star

Cilene del Fuego Suites & Spa is a great choice if you want a more modern stay while still being in the city center. The hotel is close to the waterfront on the eastern side of Ushuaia, near the Maritime Museum, the port, and the End of the World sign. The rooms are spacious, and there’s also an indoor pool and sauna. It’s central and walkable, but a little removed from the busiest part of Avenida San Martín.

I’d choose this one if I wanted a modern, low-effort stay near the port but didn’t necessarily need the charm of a smaller guesthouse.

Canal Beagle Hotel

$$$ | 4-star

Canal Beagle Hotel is a great choice if you want to be right in the center of Ushuaia. It sits near the port, close to restaurants, shops, tour offices, and the waterfront — plus it’s only about a block from Patagonia Brewery if you want a good beer after a day of exploring. The hotel has modern decor, an indoor pool, sauna, and some rooms with views over the Beagle Channel.

I’d pick this one for pure convenience, especially if I were leaving an Antarctica cruise and wanted to be as central as possible.

Hosteria y Restaurante America

$$ | 3-star

Hosteria y Restaurante America is the first hotel I stayed in during my trip to Ushuaia, and I really enjoyed it. The interior decor was super charming and cozy, and it’s connected to a restaurant, which makes getting food easy if you don’t feel like wandering into town after a long day of hiking. Location-wise, it’s not right in the busiest part of the center, but that’s part of why it feels a little quieter. You’re still an easy walk from the main restaurant, shop, and waterfront areas.

This is the one I’d choose if I wanted something cozy and personal, but still close enough to walk into town.

Wyndham Garden Ushuaia Hotel del Glaciar

$$$ | 4-star

After staying in town for a night, I stayed at Wyndham Garden Ushuaia Hotel del Glaciar as part of my Antarctica tour, and it was a completely different experience. This hotel sits up in the hills near the Martial Glacier area so it’s not somewhere you’ll easily walk into town from, but the views absolutely make up for it.

The staff was incredibly kind, and honestly, almost every window I looked out had a stunning view of either the mountains, the bay, or the city below. I especially loved the common spaces here: the lounges, bar, and restaurant all felt cozy and comfortable, with a mountain-lodge type of feel. The breakfast buffet was also phenomenal.

This was the stay that made Ushuaia feel more like a mountain destination than just a port city.

Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort

$$$$ | 5-star

If you’re looking for quiet luxury up in the hills, Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort is another great choice. Located near the Martial Glacier, this resort feels more like a cozy mountain escape than a city hotel with its forest surroundings. The 5 star hotel has a spa, swimming pool, and hot tubs for relaxation after a long day of hiking. Just a note: the hotel is outside of the walkable area, so you’ll need transportation to explore Ushuaia, but they do offer a shuttle into town.

I’d choose Las Hayas over Wyndham if I wanted a more polished resort experience with spa time built in.

Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel

$$$ | 4-star

Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel is a strong hillside pick if you want panoramic views and a quieter setting without paying for a full resort experience. It’s located in the forest above town, overlooking Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel, and the surrounding mountains. The decor feels fairly modern, and while it doesn’t appear to have the pool or spa amenities of Las Hayas, it does offer a small fitness center, restaurant, and free shuttle into town. This is a good middle-ground option if you want the peaceful hillside feel with a little less luxury.

Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa

$$$$ | 5-star

Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa is where I’d look if you want to pamper yourself in Ushuaia. Think large windows, panoramic views of the mountains and Beagle Channel, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, fitness center, restaurants, and cozy lounge spaces. Located in the eastern hills near Cerro Alarkén, this is the kind of hotel where you’d actually want to slow down and spend time on the property, especially if you’re looking for a scenic splurge.

Honestly, if I’d had an extra day after Antarctica, this is probably where I would’ve stayed to decompress after being in expedition mode for two weeks.