Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 02652-478648;
www.hosteriacerroazul.com.ar
;
cnr Saturno & Jupiter; r AR$400; )
This
bright, modern hotel just off the main drag offers big rooms with spacious bathrooms.
The lounge-dining area is gorgeous, with high cathedral ceilings.
Eating & Drinking
Cirano
ITALIAN $
(Av del Sol 280; mains AR$60-100; noon-1am; )
Ignore the flashing fairy lights - there
are some good-value eats on offer here, and an excellent set lunch or dinner for AR$46.
WORTH A TRIP
EL VOLCÁN
A small village nestled in the hills east of San Luis, El Volcán (there is no volcano
here, by the way) is a laid-back summer getaway spot. The star attraction is the
river that runs through the middle of town, where Balneario La Hoya, a series of
natural rock pools, offers shady swimming spots and picnic areas.
El Volcán is close enough to San Luis to make it an easy day trip, but there are
plenty of cabins for rent, especially during summer.
Hotel El Volcán
( 0266-449-4044; Banda Norte s/n; s/d AR$300/450; )
is the
only real hotel in the village. It's a sprawling complex set on shady grounds that run
down to the river. The hotel closes off-season - call to make sure it's open.
El Man-
tial
(Balneario La Hoya; mains AR$35-60; 8am-9pm)
has decent food and great views out
over the river. Portions are big and service is quick, if somewhat impersonal.
Regular buses run to and from San Luis' main bus terminal (AR$8, 30 minutes).
Tono
ARGENTINE $$$
(Av del Sol 690; mains AR$80-120; noon-1am; )
Specializing in regional foods and using
lots of local ingredients, this place is a good bet anytime, but Thursday to Saturday
nights feature live
trova
(folk) bands, making it even better.
La Cerveceria
BAR
(Av del Sol 515; 2pm-late; )
If you're looking for a beer, this is your spot - there are
eight different types of microbrew on offer, plus the national and imported standbys,
sidewalk seating and snacks.
Getting There & Away
