*Denotes local charge
*Denotes local charge
Alto Atacama
4.5
Seemingly hewn straight from its natural surroundings – a red rock gorge on the outskirts of San Pedro de Atacama – this beautiful hotel is the perfect retreat for travellers wishing to enjoy striking desert landscapes. The most mouthwatering local produce is used to create regional and international dishes at the hotel's restaurant. Guests have the choice to dine in the main indoor dining room or one of the two outdoor dining locations. A variety of excursions are available, from half and full day trips by van to trekking and mountain biking expeditions. Other facilities include swimming pools and a spa. 42 spacious rooms designed to reflect the region's nature and cultures, each with air-conditioning, terrace and minibar. Quitor Rooms as above. Standard Catarpe Rooms are located in the hotel's gardens and have views of the lagoon and the Catarpe Valley. Tilo Suites have a second private terrace with an outdoor shower.
The spectacular Awasi Atacama truly deserves its spot as the number one hotel in San Pedro de Atacama on Trip Advisor. Here your whole Atacama experience is tailor made to suit you. Instead of group excursions which follow a set itinerary, each room has their very own driver guide who will take you were and when you want to go. Whether it's star gazing at night, a romantic dinner overlooking the vibrant lagoons or moon-esque landscapes or a gallop across the sands on horse back the folks at Awasi will arrange your adventures for you. From the moment you step inside the historic walls – which once housed shepherds – you will be swept into the Atacama way of life, with an added extra dose of luxury and comfort for good measure. We imagine you will spend much of your time off exploring, however the place to which you retreat each afternoon or evening is often as important as the adventures you return from. Within the lodge there are plenty of cosy spots to lounge in, and each evening at sun down a fire is lit and drinks are served from a bar under the stars. The cuisine here offers a balanced mix between tastes of the Altiplano and international flavours and the produce is largely native staples and typical Atacama ingredients. There are just ten rooms and suites here – each beautifully designed with a nod to the setting – leaving you with a true sense of seclusion and of finding somewhere that feels like your own little secret. We love the unique Round Rooms and the more spacious Superior Round Suites all of which have an outdoor shower. If you would rather a room that is less spherical there's the Rectangular Suites which have a small private garden.
This boutique hotel offers the best of both worlds - a situation at the heart of San Pedro de Atacama and a fantastic package which includes a programme of excursions and activities which will be tailored to your interests. The hotel is thoughtfully designed with inspiration taken from the local area, while the rooms are simply furnished yet modern in style. There’s a lovely pool area and each room has a small terrace on which to relax after a day in the desert.
Awasi Atacama
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