Luz Culinary Wine Lodge

Luz Culinary Wine Lodge

Everything about this architect-designed hotel is distinctive, from the vermilion-red buildings inspired by Morocco to the heated infinity pool set in a pine forest. The property is hugged by 35 acres of vineyards, olive groves, and woodland, but the chic beach town of José Ignacio is only three miles away. 

Luz Culinary Wine Lodge more than lives up to its name, making gin, wine, and olive oil on-site and serving a daily menu at the restaurant that makes the most of local, seasonal ingredients. This feast is a moveable one, too. A lunch menu of wood-fired pizzas and salads is available poolside or enjoy a picnic on the estate grounds. 

An intimate setting, Luz Culinary Wine Lodge has only eight suites, which means highly personalized and attentive service from the friendly staff. Spacious rooms feature private terraces or patios, lofty super king beds, and central air-conditioning. Dressed in a creamy color palate with organic accents like wood, timber, and stone, suites emote wabi-sabi Zen.  

When not snacking or sipping, wander through the pine forest to hang at the heated infinity pool, play tennis, or head to the spa for a relaxing treatment. Make the short trip to José Ignacio to hang out at one of Uruguay‘s best beaches or to tour the town’s artist ateliers and galleries with an expert guide. End your day watching the spectacular sunset from the lodge’s bar, cocktail in hand, or next to the fire in the sunken lounge. 

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