This is a spectacular apartment. Bright, spacious, modern, cozy and well-equipped. A wonderful place to wind down after a long day. Both the owner (Señora Mercedes) and the housekeeper who received us (Señor Milton) were extremely helpful, accommodating problems such as an unexpected (very very) late night arrival, and an equally unexpected very early morning departure. Perhaps the only thing to note is that the location of the building is towards the lower end of El Colorado, so it is a bit of a slog to hike to and from the main ski centre building (Parador). Look out for the complimentary bus/truck transport vehicles that circulate from time to time.
Further tips
- if renting ski equipment, prefer doing so directly at the Parador. We ended up being misled by a giant 'ski rental' sign pointing us to a separate business offering similar service, located under a hotel/restaurant a few hundred feet away. Although their offering was adequate, service was extremely slow, and carrying the equipment from the shop to the Parador was a slog. Even worse, we could not store the equipment overnight at the Parador, and had to lug it back and forth each day to Mercedes' place. All in all, this cost us hours of enjoyment.
- if you want to go on your own to Farrellones or elsewhere on the mountain, the people at the Parador will tell you that no transfers are available. However, Milton knows better. Ask him for tips. Spanish only though.