<p>In a valley near the Caterina River within Patagonia, ice and snow from the surrounding glaciers converge on the doorstep of Estancia Cristina.</p><p>Learn more about Estancia Cristina.</p><p><em>From </em> National Geographic Traveler'<em>s 2011 Stay List, celebrating </em><em>the most authentic and unique hotels in South America</em></p>

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In a valley near the Caterina River within Patagonia, ice and snow from the surrounding glaciers converge on the doorstep of Estancia Cristina.

Learn more about Estancia Cristina.

From National Geographic Traveler's 2011 Stay List, celebrating the most authentic and unique hotels in South America

Photograph courtesy Estancia Cristina

Best Hotels in South America

See the best hotels in South America from National Geographic Traveler's annual Stay List.

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