The Michelin Key Hotels in Mendoza That Redefine Luxury

The Andes as a horizon, wine as a language, and hospitality as an art form — Mendoza has just solidified its place on the global luxury map. The Michelin Guide — yes, the same one that arrived in the province two years ago, making chefs tremble and celebrating the planet’s culinary temples — now also honors the best places to stay, with six hotels in Mendoza earning the coveted Michelin Key distinction.

This award, which celebrates excellence in the art of hospitality, positions Mendoza among the most refined destinations in the Southern Hemisphere. From lodges hidden among vineyards to hotels blending contemporary architecture with Andean soul, each space shares a common philosophy: luxury is no longer measured by excess but by authenticity, landscape, and experience.

Hotels in Mendoza with Two Michelin Keys

Awasi Mendoza (Cavas Wine Lodge)

In the heart of Luján de Cuyo, Cavas Wine Lodge — recently renamed Awasi Mendoza — embodies the meeting of wine, landscape, and design. A pioneer of the luxury boutique hotel concept among vineyards in South America, this retreat — surrounded by 55 hectares of vines at the foot of the Andes — offers an experience where every detail harmonizes with nature. Private-pool suites, earthy-toned architecture that blends into the scenery, and its own winery that invites guests to pair Mendoza’s silence with perfect glasses of wine. A serene icon of sophistication that once again puts Mendoza on the radar of the world’s most discerning travelers.

Staying here is an experience that engages all five senses. Wine and grape-seed oil spa treatments, starlit dinners, horseback rides through vineyards, and guided tastings by sommeliers create a form of silent, warm, natural luxury. Tailored experiences — from hot air balloon rides to helicopter tours or yoga sessions overlooking the mountains — complete a menu designed to help guests reconnect with themselves and the landscape. At Cavas, luxury isn’t flaunted — it’s felt.

Did you know? It was the first luxury boutique hotel among vineyards in South America, opened in 2005. Each suite includes a terrace with a fireplace, an outdoor shower, and a private pool — the definition of total privacy.

Where: C. Costa Flores s/n, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Reservations here.

Susana Balbo Unique Stays

In the heart of Chacras de Coria, the hotel by renowned winemaker Susana Balbo redefines the concept of wine tourism hospitality with her signature touch. Under the culinary direction of Flavia Amad, executive chef of the entire Balbo universe, the space combines contemporary design, art, and a Michelin-recognized dining experience at its restaurant La VidA.

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Every corner of the hotel reflects a feminine, sustainable, and refined vision of luxury: noble materials, natural textures, and a close relationship between architecture, wine, and wellbeing. A new classic that positions Mendoza as the cradle of conscious luxury.

The Balbo family’s next project in the Uco Valley is being developed with sustainability at its core, including vineyard planting, allowing guests to combine stays between the mountains and the city.

Where: Viamonte 5022, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Reservations here.

One Michelin Key: Luxury with a Mendocine Identity

Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort

Conceived as a contemporary sanctuary in dialogue with the Andes, Casa de Uco blends clean-lined architecture, noble materials, and a deep respect for the land. The suites and private villas — all with privileged views — were designed to reconnect with nature without sacrificing comfort, while the surroundings invite guests to lose track of time among vineyards, lagoons, and endless sunsets.

At the heart of the resort, the restaurant celebrates the flavors of the Uco Valley with a seasonal menu sourced from its organic garden and local producers, perfectly paired with wines from its own winery. The experience is completed by a vinotherapy spa, outdoor activities, and the unique possibility of owning a private vineyard — living the wine-making process from vine to glass. More than accommodation, Casa de Uco is a way of life: the perfect balance between luxury, landscape, and Mendocine authenticity.

Did you know? The estate spans 320 organic hectares, and its restaurant defines its cuisine as “a cuisine that, like Casa de Uco’s wines, reflects the best of our terroir,” using local, seasonal ingredients grown in its own garden.

Where: Route 94, kilómetro 14.5 – Camino al Manzano Histórico – Tunuyán, Valle de Uco, Mendoza. Reservations here.

Chozos Resort & Spa

Located in the foothills of Mendoza and inspired by the ancestral dwellings of the mountains, Chozos combines organic architecture, wellness, and a sustainable approach that honors the surrounding energy. Each suite is a haven of rest where earth, wine, and fire exist in harmony. With its signature spa and deep reconnection experiences, this resort sets the tone for a new era of wellness tourism in Mendoza.

Its hospitality philosophy is based on authenticity, sensitive design, and a genuine connection with the Andes’ natural environment. It currently offers 15 one- or two-bedroom villas, 4 glamping sites, and a gastronomic experience led by Barro Cocina, all surrounded by the peace of nature.

Did you know? Artist Sergio Roggerone was behind the architectural and symbolic concept of the resort, giving it a unique personality and style.

Where: Dragonback Estate, RP86, Ugarteche, Mendoza. Reservations here.

Lares de Chacras

In the heart of Chacras de Coria, Lares de Chacras stands as a haven that combines the charm of a country home with the warmth of Mendocine hospitality. It offers much more than cozy rooms — with wooden ceilings, local art, private terraces, and a stone fireplace flickering at dusk — becoming a true gateway to Mendoza’s wine tourism experience: vineyard tours, barrel-side lunches, and mountain excursions.

It captivates with its unpretentious authenticity — that perfect balance between elegance and simplicity that discerning travelers value. Every detail, from homemade breakfasts to fireside evenings, reflects genuine care and respect for the slow rhythm of wine and the mountains. More than a hotel, it’s a meeting point between calm and good taste, where luxury translates into sincere, memorable experiences.

Did you know? Enjoying breakfast among the garden’s scents and calm is the perfect match for a menu featuring homemade bread, jams, and freshly squeezed juices.

Where: Larrea 1266, Chacras de Coria, Luján de Cuyo. Reservations here.

The Vines Resort & Spa

Nestled at the foot of the majestic Andes, The Vines Resort & Spa is known for its unique combination of laid-back luxury, world-class hospitality, and immersive wine experiences: from private vineyard ownership and custom winemaking to the culinary excellence of Siete Fuegos by Francis Mallmann, its signature restaurant.

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Its “Stay. Play. Make Wine.” philosophy invites guests to live wine from the inside out — creating their own blends with the help of local winemakers. Private villas with mountain views, signature cuisine, and impeccable service complete an experience that blends adrenaline, pleasure, and reflection.

Did you know? In addition to this distinction, The Vines Resort was recognized in 2025 by Travel + Leisure as the No. 1 Resort in South America and No. 6 in the world, and honored by the World Travel Awards as Argentina’s Leading Wine Region Hotel 2025.

Where: Provincial Route 94, km 11, Tunuyán, Mendoza. Reservations here.

Mendoza, the Southern Capital of Luxury

With these six distinctions, Mendoza becomes the Argentine province with the highest number of hotels awarded by the Michelin Guide. A recognition that confirms what the most observant travelers already knew: here, among mountains, wine, and architecture, luxury feels different — closer, more human, more ours.