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Futangue Hotel
Hotel overview:
Futangue is a new hotel and nature reserve seated at the foot of the Andes in Chile's Lake District. Experience the volcanic Puyehue National Park and the biodiversity of the Valdivian rainforest, and roam 110 kilometres of quiet trails of spectacular fauna, untouched flora, mesmerising lakes, and ancient forests.
Why We Like This Hotel
- Host to a secluded network of 110km of trails, based within the Valdivian rainforest, and just outside of the volcanic Puyehue National Park, the scope for out-of-this-world type adventuring is phenomenal.
- Located in Futangue Park, it’s more remote and less crowded than many other options, but it’s still well-connected, with a transfer from Santiago in just three hours, and the opportunity to combine with trips from Puerto Varas to Pucón.
- Unique and elegant in design, Futangue's exterior is characterised by native wood, while the large communal interior spaces celebrate national artists and the Mapuche culture.
- Embrace nature photography opportunities, trek or bike in lush meadows and forests, or pass the magical islands of Lake Ranco navigating by kayak or boat.
- There are great spa facilities with an outdoor lap pool, indoor/outdoor jacuzzi and plenty of lounging areas around the entire hotel.
Restaurant at Futangue Hotel
View of Lake Ranco
Valdivian rainforest
Jacuzzi at Futangue Hotel
What Our Customers Think of Futangue Hotel
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Excursions
Futangue Hotel boasts a year-round offering of excursions of all kinds. Climb volcanoes, bike through untouched forests, kayak at turquoise waterfalls, sail on pristine lakes, fish for a rare catch, watch birds, or rest in hot springs. Amidst these adventures, enjoy cultural visits to charming local villages.
Most excursions are operated within the reserve, but a selection will take you further afield in the Lake Ranco area. You'll be transported to all start and end points, and will be accompanied by guides throughout the activity. You can choose between full-day excursions with lunch included, or two half-day excursions, returning to the hotel for lunch in between.
Excursions can be booked at the hotel, with guides able to make recommendations. Please note that all excursions are subject to availability and weather conditions.
Hiking & Biking
Hike or bike through the native forests of this private nature reserve to reach Lake Pichi, nestled in an amphitheatre of majestic mountains and waterfalls. Hike to the summit of Cerro Mayo which offers incredible 360° views of snow-capped volcanoes and Lake Ranco, or bike into a remote and almost unexplored river of volcanic lava.
Hikes and bike rides range in difficulty from relaxed to strenuous and duration from a few hours to a full day. Some include transport to the start/end points and others are combined with kayaking or nature spotting and photography. Guides set a pace to suit the individual guests on each trip and will stop along the way to point out details and draw attention to the wildlife.
Resting aobve the clouds
Fly Fishing
Enjoy world-class fishing for rainbow and brown trout, surrounded by native forest at Lake Pichi. Expert boatmen will ensure you stop at the best spots.
Fishing is mainly done from the boat, but there are also opportunites to fish from the lake shore around the main tributary.
Fly fishing on Pichi Lake
Kayaking
Kayak trips are available and taking to the water is not only an amazing way to see your surroundings from a different perspective, but to also forge your own way into areas otherwise restricted in access.
Paddle on Lake Pichi, nestled amid lush vegetation and forest-covered mountains. These trips last for half a day and are suitable for beginners.
Lake Pichi
Sydney says
There’s a huge network of trails in the park that offer fantastic hiking and biking. There’s even a special trail for Darwin frogs, but we saw plenty of them even in areas where they weren’t expected.
Sydney Miller Patagonia Specialist
About Futangue Hotel
Setting
Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in the Los Rios Region of Chilean north Patagonia, Hotel Futangue is based in the Valdivian rainforest -one of the most biodiverse rainforests in the world. It’s also close to the volcanoes and lava fields of the Puyehue National Park.
The 110km of world-class trails within the park are predominately used by guests alone - you'll feel that you're the first person to ever experience an area.
Despite its remoteness, Futangue can be reached easily. The transfer from Osorno Airport is just 1½hrs. Flights from Santiago to Osorno are regular and also take 1½hrs. Transfers from other nearby airports are also available. By road, Valdivia is 2hrs and Puerto Montt 2½hrs.
Futangue Hotel
Food & Drink
Hotel Futangue's gastronomy is focused on authentic regional flavours, sourced from the surrounding forests and local suppliers. Dive into a culinary journey as you sample native fruit and wild mushrooms; hydroponic vegetables from the greenhouse; seafood from the coast of Valdivia, and dinners finished with homemade ice creams and artisan liquors.
The generous and varied breakfast buffet is a great way to start the day and there are twice-weekly buffet BBQs.
Guests with all-inclusive itineraries enjoy three-course dinners, while those staying on a B&B basis can order individually.
Food at Futangue Hotel
Architecture
Futangue Hotel offers wild adventure with luxury and comfort. The architecture highlights the region's native wood and complements the natural environment, assimilating the classic barns and stables of southern Chile. The hotel is decorated with ethnic fabrics, colourful textiles and objects from the Mapuche culture. Local traditions and natural heritage are present in every aspect of the design.
The accommodation includes two charming and comfortable buildings: the Explorer's House (16 rooms) and the Caulle House (10 rooms). These buildings are only 120m apart and share the same restaurant in the Explorer's House.
Spa
Just steps from the hotel is the spa, constructed from native wood and volcanic stones, representing Futangue's natural heritage and identity.
There's an indoor pool and a heated outdoor lap-pool along with indoor and outdoor jacuzzis. Enjoy a sauna, or work-out in the gym. Massage therapies and treatments are available at additional cost, payable at the hotel.
Rooms & Pricing
Please contact us for pricing.
Rates include transfer to the hotel, daily excursions,
use of the spa (additional cost for treatments), breakfast, lunch and dinner, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (additional cost for premium wines and liquors), WiFi and access to the exclusive 70-mile network of trails.
Other programmes offering both single and double occupancy include full-board + excursions; half-board; and bed & breakfast. Please enquire for more details.
All rooms are spacious and simply furnished with traditional textiles and stylish furniture. The king-size beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms contain organic products which utilise plants from the native forest.
Explorer's rooms are 25m², characterised by warm and cosy spaces, and feature large windows overlooking the garden and forests.
Superior rooms are 26m² and look out to incredible views of the hills and gardens.
Suites are 35m² and offer a small living room from which to soak up beautiful views of the park.
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