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the national park. In the park itself, the main feature is also called
Laguna Blanca
,
where rangers can take you out in boats to spot caiman.
Sleeping
Hotel Presidente
HOTEL $
( 442-4498; San Martín 771; s/d AR$170/260; )
Well-run and inexpensive, this is a
pleasing place right in the heart of town, with friendly staff and rooms with comfortable
beds, fridge and hairdryer.
Atrium Gualok
HOTEL $$$
( 442-0500;
www.atriumgualok.com.ar
; San Martín 1198; s/d AR$490/520; )
Right
next to the spa complex, this fine modern hotel gives a feeling of space throughout.
Rooms are indeed set around a lofty central atrium and are sleek, minimalist and great
value for its standard. There's an enticing pool area and the hotel has its own spa com-
plex and casino. Substantial discount for paying cash. Single rate includes half-board.
Eating
Bien, José!
PARRILLA $
(25 de Mayo 531; mains AR$30-50; 7.30pm-midnight; )
Warm personal service melds
with delicious meat empanadas and decent
parrilla
choices at this good-value restaurant.
Every generation is called José here, so ask one of them what the daily special is and en-
joy.
Giuseppe
PIZZA $
(Moreno 680; pizzas from AR$40; lunch & dinner)
This place has slightly staid decor but is
extremely popular in the evening for its tasty pizza and interesting pasta combinations.
Try not to sit down the side - the kitchen belts out so much heat you expect brimstone
and horned waiters.
Ama'nalec
ICE CREAM $
(Moreno 601; ice creams from AR$15; 8am-11:45pm)
This busy corner place does tempting
little pastries and very tasty ice cream, a godsend in Roque's paralyzing heat. It has some
unusual flavors - figs in cognac is worth a lick.
