Parador Austral Lodge
Carretera Austral, Chile · ★★★ · 8.8/10 Excellent · guest rating
A lodge on a private beach of Lago General Carrera, remodeled in 2026, with a sauna, natural pool, ziplining, free bicycles and rooms with fireplaces.
Parador Austral Lodge sits on a private beach of Lago General Carrera, on the Carretera Austral Sur at km 273, and was remodeled in 2026. Photos show wooden cabins with decks and balconies over the lake, a dining room with a stone fireplace and a lounge with a pool table. The setting is rural, on a stretch of lakefront close to other lodges, with hills and forest around.
Rooms are individually furnished, with fireplaces, premium bedding, heating and furnished balconies or patios. The lodge has the Club House restaurant, a bar, a café, a sauna, a natural pool, a library, a terrace and a garden. Ziplining, ecotours, horseback riding and free bicycle rentals are listed. English and Spanish are spoken. Wedding services, a conference center and a meeting room are also listed for groups.
The setting
The lodge faces Lago General Carrera, with a private beach, wooden decks and hills covered in forest. Fishing and horse riding are nearby, and the Puerto Guadal lighthouse is a local landmark. By car, Puerto Guadal's plaza is about 26 minutes away, the Marble Chapels around 43 minutes and the Baker River about 52 minutes. Lake and weather conditions vary, so ask locally before planning trips.
Facilities
- Restaurant (Club House)
- Hosted evening meal
- Bar and café
- Sauna
- Natural pool
- Private beach
- Ziplining and ecotours
- Horseback riding
- Free bicycle rentals
- Library
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free self parking
- Terrace and garden
- Fireplaces in rooms
Location
Parador Austral Lodge is on the Carretera Austral Sur at km 273, in the Chile Chico area of the Aysén region, on the shore of Lago General Carrera. It is very close to the other lodges on this stretch of the lake. Puerto Guadal is about 26 minutes by car, the Marble Chapels 43 minutes and the Baker River 52 minutes.
Address: Carretera Austral Sur Km 273, Chile Chico, Aisen, 6050000
Things to do nearby
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Parador Austral Lodge?
It is on the Carretera Austral Sur at km 273. Most guests come by rental car or transfer. Puerto Guadal is about 26 minutes away, so check road conditions and fuel before you travel.
What activities are offered?
The lodge lists ziplining, ecotours, horseback riding, free bicycle rentals, a sauna and a natural pool. Availability may depend on the season, so confirm for your dates.
Are meals available on site?
The Club House restaurant is on the property, and a hosted evening meal is listed as an extra. A café and a bar are also mentioned. Confirm hours and dietary options with the lodge.
Has the lodge been renovated?
The listing says it was remodeled in 2026. Since works may have changed some details, ask the lodge to confirm which facilities are currently open.
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