Hotelier sees off‑season occupancy hold steady despite storm

Off‑season occupancy at the boutique Casa del Mar held at 62 percent during the week after the Aurora storm, according to the hotel’s own booking system tied to the Federal Statistical Office’s regional data feed. The figure matched the pre‑storm average for the same period, suggesting that the rain‑soaked tourists seeking eco‑experiences remained undeterred.

Rosa Delgado, who runs the nine‑room property on the quiet bay of Bahía Verde, welcomed the return of guests with a measured smile. She opened the lobby at 07:00, greeted a small group of divers still dripping from the early‑morning dive, and reviewed the occupancy dashboard on her tablet.

The Aurora storm, which struck the capital on October 10, caused extensive roof damage across the shoreline, but Casa del Mar escaped structural harm thanks to its reinforced concrete roof. Nevertheless, the boutique faced supply disruptions, higher fuel costs for its kitchen, and a temporary dip in bookings from the mainland cruise circuit.

The following sections explore how Delgado balances recovery costs, federal assistance, and the expectations of eco‑tourists who value resilience as much as coral reefs.