Estancia VIK José Ignacio

Location: Camino E. Saiz Martinez Km. 8 , José Ignacio, uy

Star Rating: 5 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Pets allowed
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Car hire
• Massage services
• Table tennis
• Darts
• Chapel/shrine
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Concierge service
• Kids' outdoor play equipment
• Infinity pool
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Smoke alarms
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Face masks for guests available
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Key card access
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Billiards or pool table
• Free wired internet
• Access to nearby outdoor pool
• Tennis lessons on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Beach umbrellas
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Games
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Fishing nearby
• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Horse riding nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Water sports equipment
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Deluxe Suite

  1 King Bed

  915-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views

  
  

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - 24-hour room service, minibar (fees may apply), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Select Comfort bed, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Yard, laptop-compatible safe, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free Local calls
  • Yard
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Designer toiletries
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bed sheets not available

• Suite

  Features air conditioning, mini-bar, terrace with views.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Dressing room
  • Fireplace
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Key card access
  • Hand sanitiser

• Master Suite

  Features air conditioning, mini-bar, fireplace and terrace with views.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Dressing room
  • Fireplace
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Accessible by lift
  • Key card access
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Estela (10/5): - Beautiful grounds and excellent service and staff.
• 344blankas (8/5): Blissful ranch day but it comes with a price tag - Had a wonderful spontaneous overnight at Estancia Vik and fortunately experienced none of the problems of some reviewers. The staff was absolutely terrific, including reception and restaurant staff. I only had a small salad meal for dinner and glass of Vik wine but the salad was terrific. The breakfast then was outstanding and for the early wakers there is coffee machine and capsules in your room. The rooms are huge (and I stayed in a small one) and very thoughtfully furnished but then again the whole property is a bit of an art museum. Gym use is included but the facility is at Bahia Vik, another of their properties which requires a transfer unless you are visiting by car, this is the only flaw I could during my experience. On the other hand an unexpected horseride was included with the wonderful Carlos who patiently explained lots of horseriding tricks. Staying at Estancia Vik, even for a single night, is pricey but then most similar estancias and wine lodges nearby carry similar price tags. And it is a beautiful, intimate property with a huge land around to roam freely so definitely a worthy once-in-a-lifetime splash.
• Carlos (10/5): - Excellent
• moritz23 (4/5): The Vik brand risks shooting itself in the foot - We did not stay at the hotel, however we did go to both horseride in a group of friends and have the BBQ dinner on separate days. Both were tourist traps: 1) horse ride: we got saddled up and just walked around the (beautiful) property with no explanation, no history no what was going on etc. Language is not an issue, its just there is no excited, no love of the job at hand. 2) the BBQ dinner was awful, the meat was not good at all (we ate well elsewhere over the 10 days we were in Jose Ignacio ), the service was laughable - they were understaffed and some of the team had no idea of what they were doing and could not explain anything on the Vik wines we were drinking. The 2 vegetarians (announced when we reserved) got 2 different salads! no cheese nothing.... Stick to drinks at sunset - and you will be a happy camper! Mr Vik, in the unlikely case you are reading this - your management needs to do a lot better or your brand is going to be tainted
• Sarah (10/5): - Exceptional service, very clean and the property is stunning
• belladesouza (4/5): Not worth it - The setting is beautiful, but the service fails to live up to the expectations and price. Despite only having 12 rooms, the hotel fails to provide a truly personalised service that makes you feel at home. Outside one of our rooms, they started setting up a massive event WITHOUT WARNING THE GUESTS. Imagine our surprise opening the windows in our pyjamas to see a dozen men quite literally outside. Within a metre of our window. We had to spend the rest of the day changing with the curtains closed, as they were also outside our bathroom window (which has no curtains). Please find photos attached. It is important to note that ours was the only room that was boxed in by these structures and again, they did not give us even a warning about it. Much less try to repair the damage done to our last day of holiday. When we brought this up, the manager Guillermina was completely unhelpful and arrogant. She offered no reparations or solutions, not even a bottle of wine or lunch, for our trouble. Another member of staff made the unhelpful suggestion of enjoying the hotel’s common areas — as if that is any comfort for not being able to use the room we paid for. Food is average at best. Most of the reservations they suggested were also for average restaurants which totally lacked any ambiance. And once again, Guillermina made us feel like suggesting and booking places for us was a massive inconvenience to her. We know for a fact we are not the only guests who had problems with her bad attitude as it was a conversation point between us guests at the pool. The highlight of this hotel was Melina, who was the only staff member who was helpful enough to even attempt to get us a reservation in order to make amends for the room situation. We are sincerely grateful for her trying to save our holiday. We would never return to this place - not so much for the event situation, but for the hotel’s lack of attempt to make any reparations or acknowledgement of wrongdoing.
• Sunlover3Washington (4/5): Skip the BBQ - odd meats and a bit of a scam for tourists - Skip the barbecue. Everything was very slow and disjointed—side dishes served well after the mains for example. Also expect some odd meats such as sweet blood sausage. $95 a person (with half payment before dinner). Estancia is a lovely setting so go for sunset and a drink.
• alvanto (10/5): Staying with the Viks, at-home extravagance is the norm - My husband and I stayed for three nights at the Estancia Vik - and we did not want to leave! It was an interesting experience for two reasons, firstly because the weather was very blustery, windy and rainy and secondly because we discovered the morning after we checked in that we would be the only guests for our entire stay. It was like an Agatha Christie novel but in the best possible way. The estancia is sooooo beautiful, if you are an art lover (and of course if you found the Vik brand you probably are), you will love the collected works displayed here. We stayed in the Master suite, which I must say I recommend because its just a lovely room. Huge, dark wood walls, great views, we loved it. We did have a few small issues but I think it had more to do with the fact that we were only two staying at the time, and I believe the hotel was just starting up again in response to the easing of measures in Uruguay. Sometimes the water didnt work, but it only happened three times and was handled fairly quickly so we werent fussed. Food was amazing, everyone who was working there was so personable, so friendly and open, it just made our visit that much better. I am only sorry the weather did not accommodate me so that I could swim in the pool A great time, highly recommend!
• henrym508 (10/5): A must stay! - We had stayed at the Vik in Chile and was very pleased. This Vik lived up to that status. If you have opportunity you need to stay here. It is in the country side where you can watch a polo match and ride horse. A MUST!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Yes, a bit pricey but worth it for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This was our first trip to Uruguay and we wanted to experience the Estancia. How lovely to be greeted by our first names and Bauti, who co-manages the Estancia with his girlfriend Sophie, asked about my husband, who was unable to come at the last moment. This kind of personal thoughtfulness was evident throughout our stay. The grounds are exquisite; the rooms amazing. Each has a different theme. We had an excellent dinner, took advantage of the pool and the complimentary horse back riding and soaked up the unique ambiance.
• farous77 (10/5): Wow - We had a great time at estancia Vik. Very Nice boutique hôtel. The barbacue was the best I ever had. Tender meat great seasonning, Nice show cooking. The staff was very friendly. And then we had the most exclusive experience of all swimming in the river on the back of the horses. Thank you bauti and mattias for the good time.
• dw150 (10/5): Heaven on Earth - We absolutely loved Estancia Vik. If I had known how fabulous it was going to be I would have stayed for two weeks!! I've been to many five star "luxury places" around the world but this hotel is unique. The property is breathtaking, rooms decorated with fascinating art without sacrificing any comfort or amenities, and activities plentiful. I really did feel as if it was my home instead of a hotel. As an experienced equestrian I thoroughly enjoyed the riding opportunities. Horses were very well trained and maintained beautifully. (In fact I think they live in horse heaven on the property) The staff went out of their way to make sure I was able to ride at my level and I was never stuck in a beginner group. A special thank you to Carlos who put up with hours of discussions about horses in my terrible Spanish. The staff could not be more lovely and accommodated every need both big and small with grace. Thank you to Lara for tirelessly answering my many emails as well as to Guadalupe, Bruno and Claudia for helping to take such good care of us. Restaurant suggestions were great, drinks brought to us while we played pool in the living room, milk brought in a pitcher to my refrigerator so I could enjoy my morning coffee on my porch .... etc If I had to find a fault it would be that the website does not even remotely capture what it is like to be at the property. I can't wait to go back ....
• heb999 (10/5): Wonderful - What a lovely experience we had staying at Estancia Vik. The staff, especially, Guadeloupe, was superb. They were helpful, personable and very eager to make sure our stay was perfect. The Estancia enjoys the most beautiful setting on top of a hill with wonderful views of grazing cattle and horses, a lagoon and glimpses of the ocean in the distance. The public areas are incredible with works of art adorning every wall and statues gracing all the open spaces. No expense has been spared in furnishing this vast property and its twelve rooms. Our room was spacious and extremely comfortable. It was like staying in the one of the finest art galleries. When we opened our windows it got even better with beautiful views in all directions. The food was good and contrary to other reviews there were wines on sale for just under US$40. During the day we thoroughly enjoyed the horse riding. The horses were very well behaved and the staff friendly and responsible. We also took advantage of visiting the two other Vik hotels at the beach, which is just a fifteen minute drive away. Otherwise there is the heated pool at the Estancia to enjoy. We stayed for three nights, we wished we had stayed much longer.
• Tripster789 (10/5): Fantastic - We loved it here. The rooms were great, quiet and well appointed. Ask for a specific suite that fits your style as they vary a lot. I had made some request before arrival and they were all takne care of. Breakfast is till very late - noon at least - bascially when you feel like it - which is very important to us when in Uruguay. Food in the restaurant was good. We also had dinner at Playa Vik which was outstanding. Service is very kind and caring, but also informal, which we like. We did some horseback riding (fun gaucho) and paintball (my kids had to shoot dad) which was easy to organize. The locaiton is good for Jose Igancio and we very much liked being on an Estancia as we were doing beach for the next two weeks along the coast. It is a like being at a friend's place, not a hotel guest. All in all, would highly recommend and we will return.
• ilana380 (10/5): Heavenly, peaceful stay - Just got back from 4 nights at Estancia Vick and we are already trying to plan our next visit. Everything at this place is perfection - the view, the food, and the amazing service from the staff. The hotel only has 12 rooms, so it really feels like you are staying at someone’s home. The property is extremely peaceful, overlooking a lagoon, open fields and grazing horses. It is located about 15 minutes from the town of Jose Ignacio, where many restaurants, the beach and the other Vik properties are located. We had a rental car so it was easy to get ourselves around. The hotel is located at the end of a long dirt road, we were a little nervous when we first arrived but after a few trips we got used to it. The hotel does offer a shuttle service for $20 USD if you need a ride into town. We went horseback riding for the first time and the staff working at the stables were so nice and helpful, we felt extremely safe. The property is huge so we were able to ride all over and take in even more views. Throughout our stay we got to know the staff working at the hotel and they could not have been more nice or helpful. Every need was tended to and we felt extremely comfortable throughout the stay.
• as392 (10/5): LOVED this hotel! - I loved everything about this hotel - the decor, the ambience, the views, the service, the food - all amazing! We checked into one of the suites and were in awe of how spacious, modern and creatively decorated the space was. We also loved the balconies and the views of the lagoon/horses. I also loved the sunset views from the top of the estancia (the steps were a little scary to walk up, but despite that, the views were incredible). The food was incredible as was the service - the staff is extremely personable and friendly and they catered well to dietary restrictions and customized menus. I wish we stayed longer than we did, but would highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Jose Ignacio!
• pallagijohn (10/5): ‘THE’ BBQ of Jose Ignacio - WOW. - So why doesn’t every guest of Vik hotels attend this piece-de-resistance. It’s a Saturday-evening heaven. Their in house Uruguayan BBQ. Done properly. Such a treat. Felt like we were the privileged. A MUST DO (if yr lucky enough to be invited) when in Jose Ignacio. The Pork Ribs was the winner!
• Londoncubana (10/5): Exceeding expectations - We stayed for four nights over Thanksgiving and loved every minute. There was lots to do on property - horse riding, watching the polo mathches, fishing, and for my 15 year old son, paint balling with the staff! The food is superb - wonderful menu and variety, with the sublime asado to enjoy after a big day of exercise. The house is eclectic but luxuriously comfortable. I loved my morning sitting outside by the pool contemplating the views and enjoying the perfect cup of coffee. More of a house party feel than a classic hotel. We cannot wait to go back Nearby you can enjoy all the amenities of the other two Vik hotels in Jose Ignacio - fun to enjoy the more edgy vibe of Playa Vik at sunset. And a trip to Garzon to experience Francis Mallmann’s restaurant is another must. And Jose Ignacio is how I imagine the Hamptons 30 years ago before the traffic and the crowds.
• bordy004 (10/5): Relaxing escape - This beautiful property has all you would ever need for an escape from a hectic life! The isolated location in the country side makes you feel a world away and the sunsets from our patio area were just magical. The eclectic artwork and interior designs are all intriguing and we have never seen a hotel or resort quite like it! Our horse riding was also all included, as were many other activities that we didn't take part in and a special thank you to Juan for showing us around on their beautiful horses. Without question, all the staff were sensational and very professional and nothing was ever a problem for them. As for the dining experience, we stayed in at the restaurant both nights and we were super-impressed by the quantity and quality of the food and wine - it was all delicious and can highly recommend the 2011 Vik red wine. During the day, we drove the 15 minutes down to Jose Ignacio and there are several excellent restaurants to try out and many beautiful beaches all the way along towards Punta del Este. You will want for nothing whilst staying here and if a 5 star, non-pretentious but luxurious and relaxing stay in a country retreat is what you're after then you've come to the right place!
• Alexandra (10/5): Beautiful hotel with spectacular staff - What a wonderdul stay. Relaxed, beautiful, well-thought out hotel. Every room is an art installation, and every staff member attentive, professional and charming. Beautiful views of a stunning countryside from every window. We had our anniversary dinner there, and the staff set up a beautiful private table in the charming little wine cellar, wich was a very thoughtful gesture. The two acticviyies we tried were the kayaking and horseriding- both through breathtaking scenery. We also had access to the facilities at their two oceanside properties, which were just as lovely.
• Worldtraveller1953 (10/5): Wonderful - Fabulous setting,rooms,dining areas,pool etc etc. A wonderful property staffed by extremely friendly and professional people . Amazing views and great food. Great activities- riding,kayaking,fishing ,hiking or just chilling by the pool. You will not go wrong by staying at this ultra luxury property. Its expensive but worth every penny. My only gripe - there is only three red wines available two form the owners vineyard in Chile ,the other a Uruguayan wine at 120 dollars a bottle. I love wine and wanted to,more more.
• Sixdown (10/5): Gorgeous! - We stayed at Bahia Vik on a recent visit and took advantage of the BBQ offered at Estancia Vik. Wow! While a bit off the beaten path, this was the best Vik property to truly get away from it all. The decor is mind blowing with the parlor room and the pool. As we approached the main building, horses lined the dirt road and barely flinched at our headlights! I was vacationing with a friend, but could see returning for a romantic getaway and staying here to take advantage of riding the horses at sunset. Until next time!
• Lovesfishes (10/5): Haven of peacefulness and relaxation - I enjoyed my third stay at this beautiful ranch in March 2017. It is a unique property in an amazing location. It has just gotten better and better since I first stayed here with my best friend in 2011. Guadalupe and Thomas do a fantastic job managing the property. The horse riding program is truly special and worth a stay at the Estancia just for this experience alone. One day we rode on the beach which was a special first experience for lifetime horse people like us. The ranch's Criollo ponies are sure-footed and even tempered. The pool is peaceful with great views across the countryside. There is cozy furniture and it is easy to fall asleep reading in the shade! I often had the entire pool area to myself. One of my favorite Estancia Vik experiences (after the horse riding) is sitting on the room's patio taking in the view of the horses and cows grazing and wandering around the property. Each room has an outside patio area with adarondak chairs. It relaxes me in a heartbeat, especially at sunset. Fireflies add some more magic and sparkle to the peaceful vibe. This year I did a birding tour with Gustavo (offers birdwatching tours in the area). There is a lot of bird life on the ranch (three species of kingfishers!) and if you are a birder you won't want to miss this experience. Bring your binoculars (you can also borrow a pair from Gustavo). My favorite new bird was the Spectacled Tyrant. We heard a Capybara jump into the river during our walk but we not lucky enough to see it. There is a really funny gray (white) horse whom we enjoyed watching. He was always doing something silly and often ended up on the grass right outside our room. I never got his name but he was a real character to watch. I have never stayed anywhere that gives me as special of a guest experience as Estancia Vik does. The common areas are comfortable and inviting and filled with beautiful art. The nearby beach town Jose Ignacio is lovely and a great spot for lunch. Walking on the beach in the morning, followed by a swim in the ocean, then lunch at La Huela finished with a sunset ride is, for me personally, the perfect day of vacation. Thank you to everyone for the Best Vacation Ever.
• serenatoronto (10/5): An equestrians dream surrounded by a sybaritic paradise - I write this review as a rider who has a history of owning and riding horses…. the thrills….and challenges….and the potential of a bad experience on horseback when riding an unknown horse in unknown territory. So let me get the horse riding comments taken care of first for those that like myself are looking for a good experience on horseback…. I will extol on all the other wonderful qualities of Estancia Vik after dealing with this important part of our experience….. When I was planning our trip to Uruguay and Argentina I was very careful about finding Estancias that have very good horses and experienced gauchos that offer a good riding experience on every level. Our experience at EV was a dream come true. We have ridden at other estancias and resorts in many places. Most were great experiences… and a few not so great. What was wonderful about our riding at EV is that the gauchos…aside from being very experienced and speaking perfect english, were so friendly and charming, and always concerned for our comfort and enjoyment. Giving us time to get a feel for our horses, letting us control the gaits. We rode with Max….EV’s Uruguayan head gaucho on many occasions… as well as Tomas, the general manager of EV, an Argentinian…both sharing their fascinating life experiences and delightful to ride with. So, of all the estancias we have stayed at… this was by far our best riding experience. Estancia Vik is a beautiful, romantic estancia dramatically positioned on a hill overlooking a lovely undulating river….dotted with cows, sheep and horses. It is about a ten minute car ride from Jose Ignacio, which is likely one of the coolest, laid back but sophisticated beach towns in the world (that will be a later review for “Playa Vic”….!) Built in 2009, it is an elegant, low rise building of Spanish Colonial architecture that embraces the classical style but with more modern elements meaning large windows and openings for expansive views of the gorgeous property. Beautiful courtyards for dining or lounging, fabulous pool…… The rooms are stunning and very comfortable, featuring all the necessary amenities and more. Each room features the artwork of a well known Uruguayan artist. They also feature dramatic high ceilings and various design details….all different. Large sliding doors with expansive views look upon the beautiful river vista. The rooms on the lower level open up to a small patio and then the carpet of grass and field that slope gently down to the river. You may wake up and find a horse or a sheep right outside your door. The rooms on the upper level (which are larger) have generous patios with the same view. If on the main level I would recommend a corner room that has the doors on two walls. The main salon has six giant geode sections mounted on the walls…so gorgeous and dramatic. It is large with many luxurious seating areas for lounging….and there are also smaller scale rooms for the same purpose. Being at Estancia Vik is like being in a great art gallery. Not just the art in the suites, but the art though out the premises is beautifully curated. There is a wonderful choice of places to have breakfast lunch or dinner. Inside or outside, courtyard or patio adjacent to the pool. It is a place where you can have a lot of privacy if so desired. There are only 12 suites but so many areas to hang out besides your suite. The food is excellent…..! The staff are all so wonderful. We really fell in love with this place and will go back. I don’t have any comment on how the experience could be any better. Having been lucky enough to travel a lot and stay in some of the great resorts in the world…..this one really took the cake. Being there once was just not enough. Truly pure perfection…! The only improvement I could possible suggest would be one extra hook in the bathroom for the luxurious towels and robes!

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