Puerto Varas
It's hard to find fault with this impeccably kept German-Chilean operation set in a quieter residential neighborhood just outside downtown. The superbly…
Must-see hotels in Chile
Middle Chile
Pass through the archway off the main square to enter this striking Spanish-colonial-inspired resort. Lush landscaping, a lagoon-style swimming pool, a…
Coyhaique
Set apart from the bustle of downtown Coyhaique, this comfortable countryside lodging has a sustainable approach and understated modern style. Spacious…
Chiloé
This Swiss-owned midrange hotel masquerading as a hostel is just a hop, skip and a jump from the Cruz del Sur bus station. It boasts postcard-perfect…
The Lakes District
This convenient hostal, located 14km west of Río Negro, is perfect as a way station for those opting for the trekking route to Caleta Cóndor (which they…
Sur Chico
If a gritty, working-class city isn’t your thing, but you’re stuck in the area, make your way out to this backpacker favorite on a small farm, 48km out of…
Cajón del Maipo
Overnighting in the great outdoors no longer means roughing it: guests here sleep in luxurious dome-shaped tents heated by solar power and comfortably…
Camping Sustentable Ana Tekena
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
It may be the priciest camping ground on this pricey island, but you can't beat the location right above Anakena Beach. This off-the-grid spot boasts…
Middle Chile
To really get away from it all, head to this old workers' camp that young upstart Nico has converted into a rural hostel and surf lodge. You get a pretty…
The Lakes District
The only lodging option. Its A-frame cabins are stacked up along the hillside like a well-planned miniature village, and they are remarkably comfortable,…
Middle Chile
This waterfront refuge has a hot tub, a kitchen and all the comforts of home. The bright terraced rooms are quite small for the price, but the communal…
Northern Patagonia
Located between Cochrane and Caleta Tortel, this remote farm is the perfect spot to chill out for a few days. There's bunk beds in a shared refuge or you…
Middle Chile
To linger longer at Salto del Laja, check into Los Manantiales, a popular budget hotel with a large restaurant that has spectacular views over the falls…
Chiloé
This palafito haven strikes a number of balances: affordable yet stylish, hostel-like yet family friendly. The ground floor houses two four-bed dorms with…
Northern Patagonia
Named for four generations of Natalias, this welcoming spot is a great deal for backpackers, with tips on outdoor options. There are plenty of shared…
Sur Chico
Running the camping areas inside Conguillío on concession from Conaf, Sendas Conguillío offers five campgrounds with hot water (three at Sector Curacautín…
Valparaíso
Oh-my-God views over the old port set this quiet B&B apart, as does the friendly care lavished on guests by the Chilean owner. Cozy, pastel-painted rooms…
Santiago
The Ritz is Santiago's long-running luxury choice. Detail is what it does best: the king-sized beds have Egyptian-cotton sheets and deliciously…
Parque Nacional Torres del Paine
Inland from the lake, this deluxe trekkers’ lodge features a decked-out living area with leather sofas and bar, a restaurant-grade kitchen and snug bunk…
Middle Chile
Eight stylish (but small) rooms overlook the pounding waves and a grassy lawn strewn with hammocks. All-inclusive packages (CH$75,000 per person) come…
The Lakes District
One of several worthwhile options that have opened above town, with views over the Reloncaví fjord that would make a postcard throw in the towel. Owner…
Chiloé
Of all the stylish palafito options in Castro, this minimalist, seven-room hotel along the town's northern stretch of the distinctive houses boasts an…
Puerto Varas
This charming colonial house with Scandinavian touches and very friendly staff sits above the main area of town, accessed by a staired pedestrian street…
Northern Patagonia
With a spectacular riverfront setting, this adventure base camp (also offering rafting) is run by Luis Toro and his family. Cabins come in various sizes…
Santiago
With its swimming pool, airy patios, outdoor bar, garden and a huge, well-designed kitchen, it's easy to see why this Aussie-owned outfit is backpacker…
Sur Chico
This hostel, run by a sustainable forestry management NGO, is a wooden den of comfort hidden away down a gravel residential lane a short walk from the bus…
The Lakes District
This well-organized Chilean-Czech operation is the best place to bed down nearest the trailhead to La Junta (it sits about 900m away – get a head start!)…
Santiago
For those looking for a boutique experience on a realistic budget, this is your best bet. The lovely converted mansion on a quiet street has a terrific…
San Pedro de Atacama
This is arguably the most intimate and central of San Pedro's upscale hotels. The key is in the architecture: high, narrow passageways made from smooth…
Middle Chile
Conaf runs the excellent Camping Antahuara in the forest about 800m beyond the Adminstración. It's accessible by car and has electricity, hot water, flush…
Valparaíso
The English-speaking owners of this B&B are mad about Valpo, and love sharing insider tips with their guests. Rooms are simple but highly passable…
Chiloé
This flashpacker hostel sitting on Palafitos Gamboa revolutionized Castro when it opened in 2008 and was the catalyst for turning the city into a hip…
Northern Patagonia
These contemporary cabins with tasteful decor sit waterfront, and feel isolated from the city, though only about a block apart. Some units feature a…
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
The best thing about this well-run venture with a boutique feel is its excellent location on a gentle slope in Tahai. Try for bungalows 1, 2, 3, 10, 11 or…
Puerto Natales
Ushering in a new generation of lodgings in Puerto Natales, Vendaval is a Natalino-owned metal-clad beauty, with polished-concrete floors, folkloric…
Northern Patagonia
Retreat from the dusty Carretera Austral to this charming farmhouse run on solar and generator power. The family is lovely and breakfast satisfies with…
Santiago
This highly social hostel is a Bellavista classic. Brightly painted walls crammed with colorful paintings and graffiti announce the relaxed, arty vibe…
Middle Chile
This sprawling hotel was originally built in 1736 and used as an administrative building for Jesuits. It's quite remote, but it has all you will need,…
Valparaíso
Unparalleled views over the bay justify the trek to sleek Ultramar, high on Cerro Cárcel. Behind the brown-brick front it's very mod, with soaring red-and…
Santiago
This hotel is certainly proud to be Chilean: mock moai (Easter Island statues) guard the entrance, the restaurant specializes in regional cuisine, and the…
