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and even more space. Suites sleep four. The owners are helpful and put on a great break-
fast.
Hotel Munay
HOTEL $$$
( 15-585-4718;
www.munayhotel.com.ar
; Chavarría 64; s/d AR$290/400; )
The eleg-
ant simplicity and clean uncluttered lines of this hotel seem to reflect the surrounding si-
erra. Rooms are unadorned, attractive and spotless, with good bathrooms. Excellent
value, helpful service and a hospitable atmosphere make this a sound choice.
Cabañas Luna y Sol
APARTMENTS $$$
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( 421852;
www.cabaniascafayate.com
; 9 de Julio 31; d/q AR$612/1055; )
An enti-
cing option for families and couples, these cute apartments come with kitchenette and
living area; the larger ones are duplex, with two sleeping areas. There's also a little pool
and sustainable initiatives. Discount for cash payment.
Patios de Cafayate
HOTEL $$$
$$$
( 422229;
www.patiosdecafayate.com
; RN40; r US$280-407; )
Though just a
short walk north of town, this secluded place is a seductive getaway. Set in a beautiful
centenarian
estancia
, it's a classy, elegant spot with helpful professional service. Rooms
are classically colonial, with noble dark wood furniture, local
artesanía,
and perspectives
over either the surrounding vineyards or the garden area, which includes a great swim-
ming pool. Enter through the El Esteco winery.
Eating
There are many similar options around the plaza, offering adequate local dishes backed
by live
folklórica
music at weekends.
Casa de las Empanadas
ARGENTINE $
(Mitre 24; dozen empanadas AR$60; 11am-3pm & 7-11pm)
Decorated with the scrawls of
contented customers, this no-frills place has a wide selection of empanadas that are all
absolutely delicious. Local wine in ceramic jugs and
humitas
and
tamales
can round out
the meal. If it's closed, head to its other
branch
(Nuestra Señora del Rosario 156; dozen em-
panadas AR$60).
