Estancia Vik
JOSÉ IGNACIO, URUGUAY
Estancia Vik opened its doors back in February 2009, the first of the Vik hotels. It is located just ten-minutes inland from its seaside sisters on a 4,000-acre private estancia (accessible by horseback, bicycle or vehicle). The impressive white structure was built by Uruguayan architect Marcelo Daglio and is reminiscent of the colonial style with its columns and terracotta tiles. Open air courtyards are adorned with foliage and sculptures, and there’s the ubiquitous Vik 20-meter granite swimming pool with LED lights mirroring the evening sky. The most intimate of the four Vik hotels, Estancia Vik has just twelve suites, each one designed and decorated by a different Uruguayan artist. As for what to do – take your pick from polo, golf, kayaks, spa, bird watching, picnics and taking trips down to the beach.
Quick Facts
Number of Rooms: 12
Room Categories: Suites & Master Suites (all details in Room Menu). The Estancia’s private living space is separated into two wings, each containing six suites. Of the six suites in each wing, four measure 500 square-feet and are located on the ground level whilst two measure 900 square-feet and are on the second floor
Booking Options: Rates include buffet breakfast, mini bar and a selection of activities including sauna, golf driving range, tennis, kayaking, biking, horse riding and swimming with horses.
Rates: From $500 USD per suite per night (based on double occupancy)
Minimum Stay: No minimum stay
Dates of Operation: The Spring and Summer seasons last from October to mid May.
Membership: Virtuoso
Spa Services: Massages (Spa Menu)
Amenities: Swimming pool and spa
Internet: Complimentary wifi throughout the property
Reservations: +598 95 844 445
Rates & Key Info
“Horseback riding is central to the experience here, and the dedicated gauchos are happy to lead children on gentle trail through streams and valleys.”
C.E. writing in Conde Nast Traveler
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“There’s something magical here that alters your perception of time; it’s like going back 100 years.”
Piero Atchugarry, founder of the Atchugarry Foundation.
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“… the trailblazing 390-acre Garzon Sculpture Park amid the forests and wetlands outside the village (of Garzon), and has since added a gallery overlooking the central plaza, where gauchos and cattle roundups can still be spotted.”
Uruguay in Conde Nast Traveller, March 2023
Additional Information
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Guests of all ages are welcome at Estancia Vik. There is a huge amount to do for all ages – from the swimming pool, sauna and games room with videos, ping pong, darts, Nintendo Wii, board games. Outdoor activities: driving range, two tennis courts, polo court (extra charges apply), kayaks, horseback riding, paint ball, bird watching (extra charges apply), biking, lake activities.
Property Location
Getting There: Estancia Vik is accessible via Carrasco International Airport (MVD) just outside Montevideo (1.5 hours by car) or Punta del Este International Airport (30 mins away) which serves private jets.
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