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, gym, bird watching, picnics and taking trips down to the beach.
The artists featured throughout Estancia Vik are celebrated for their vision and individuality. Each has been selected by the retreat’s owners through their involvement with art in Uruguay over many years, and in partnership with Marcelo Daglio and curator Enrique Badaró Nadal. Some highlights include the Estancia’s vast central living room which showcases a statuary white marble sculpture by world renowned Pablo Atchugarry; standing 3.5 meter or 12 feet tall. The acclaimed Uruguayan sculptor’s creation rises to meet the 300 square meter ceiling and frieze painted by Clever Lara, another leading Uruguayan contemporary artist. This work is a “satellitescape” view of Jose Ignacio and Uruguay, inspired by Google Earth. Eight very large semi-precious stones in their natural state hang from the walls between sets of glass doors, which the owners discovered in the far north of Uruguay. Colorist Carlos Musso has painted the Estancia’s unique garden chapel in his beautifully spiritual manner. These are just a few examples of what has become the central theme of the Estancia.
Estancia Vik José Ignacio has become one of the world’s first environmentally-conscious luxury properties through its use of a variety of sustainable measures and innovative green technologies. Inspired by the magnificent landscape of José Ignacio, its vast rolling hills, rugged countryside and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, Estancia Vik has been designed to preserve the remarkable beauty of its natural surroundings. The property operates in an environmentally sensitive manner through its use of natural resources, solar energy, innovative design and water collection, maximizing natural resources to heat, cool, ventilate and irrigate. Fireplaces throughout provide additional warmth, and with the addition of three new windmills, Estancia Vik has also become the first luxury resort of its kind to have the capability to operate entirely off the grid.
Estancia Vik José Ignacio sits on 4,000 acres in the rolling countryside of José Ignacio, Uruguay. The Estancia borders the Arroyo and the Laguna José Ignacio, which meet the Southern Atlantic just a mile away. José Ignacio is Uruguay’s idyllic, vibrant coastal area, located just 12 miles northeast of Punta del Este. It is emerging as Uruguay’s premier international destination, drawing travelers to enjoy the pristine beaches, nature, rugged landscape and relaxed, bohemian setting.
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.
Estancia Vik offers an exceptional Experience Concierge program; authorities on the region, the Experience Concierges provide guests of the Estancia the opportunity to see José Ignacio and the coast as a sophisticated native. From the hidden galleries with special access for Estancia Vik’s guests, to José Ignacio’s most coveted lunch reservation, the Experience Concierges offer insider views and behind-the-scenes access to the idyllic town’s most desired locations.
Guests of Estancia Vik are able t...
Estancia Vik boasts a brick barreled dining room which is perfect for an intimate dinner for two or a party for forty. The brick walls extend down to a wine cellar below and continue up to the vaulted ceiling. The expert work of master craftsmen, the barreled brick room and ceiling were created without the use of any mortar. The dining room sits on a wood beam floor with glass windows imbedded in each corner, suspended above the wine cellar creating an incredibly unique space.
In keeping with local tradition, the Estancia sh...
- East Wing Upper Level 1 Master Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 85 sq meters. Layout for one couple.
- King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins.
- One extra bed can be added.
- Living room with fireplace and Ipod Dock.
- Private terrace with River & Landscape view.
- West Wing Upper Level 1 Master Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 85 sq meters.
- Layout for one couple.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins. One or two extra beds can be added.
- Living room with fireplace and Ipod Dock.
- Private terrace with distinguished river & landscape view.
- East Wing Upper Level 1 Master Suite with King size bed and fully-equipped bathroom with 85 sq meters. Ideal layout for one couple.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins.
- One extra bed can be added.
- Living room with fire place and Ipod Docks. 1 Private Terrace with an outstanding view.
- West Wing Upper Level 1 Master Suite with King Size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 85 sq meters.
- Layout for one couple.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins. An extra bed can be added.
- Living room with fireplace.
- Private terrace with an excellent landscape view.
- West Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for 2, 3 or 4 people. This King size bed can be transformed in two twins.
- It holds a sofa bed and down roll away bed.
- Private terrace with a great view.
- East Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for one couple.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins. An extra bed can be added.
- Design furniture & fireplace.
- Private terrace with great river view.
- West Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for one couple. This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twin beds.
- An extra bed can be added.
- Private terrace with outstanding view.
- West Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with 1 King size bed and 1 Queen size bed.
- Fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx. Layout for 2, 3 or 4 people on single beds.
- This King size bed can be transformed in two twin beds.
- An extra bed can be added.
- Private terrace with great landscape view.
- East Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for one couple.
- This King size bed can be transformed in two twins. An extra bed can be added.
- Design furniture.
- Private terrace with a celebrated view.
- East Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for 2, 3 or 4 people.
- This King size bed can be transformed in two twins.
- It holds a sofa bed with a down roll away bed.
- Private terrace with an excellent river and countryside view.
- East Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for 2, 3 or 4 people.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins.
- It holds a sofa bed with a down roll away bed.
- Private terrace with an excellent river view.
- East Wing Lower Level 1 Suite with King size bed, fully-equipped bathroom with 55 sq meters approx.
- Layout for one couple.
- This King size bed cannot be transformed in two twins. An extra bed can be added.
- Design furniture & fireplace.
- Private terrace with great river view.
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