La Yegua Loca

La Yegua Loca is a family-owned hotel situated at the foot of Cerro de la Cruz, which is the city’s principal lookout point. It lies close to the Plaza de Armas with its bronze sculpture of the navigator Hernando de Magallanes. Housed in a restored heritage home, this boutique hotel offers panoramic views of the city center and the Strait of Magellan. Accommodation is spread across the second and third stories of the mansion. While some rooms overlook the city, others provide ocean views. The comfortable rooms that are adorned with antiques and rustic Patagonian wood furniture come equipped with modern conveniences. Tiled bathrooms are fitted with shower stalls and toiletries. Unwind at the Mad Mare Bar that has décor inspired by a Spanish-American rural grocery store. While sipping on artisanal cocktails, you can buy local handicrafts, regional gourmet products, books and souvenirs. At mealtimes, head to La Cocina de la Nonna Restaurant, on the property, and dine on Croatian and provincial specialties.