Bahia
In a lush setting, Ilha Verde has uniquely decorated rooms inspired by the owners' world travels. Features include private patios, an inviting swimming…
Must-see hotels in South America
Cali
In a converted house on a hill near the colonial sector east of the center, this spotless small hotel has spacious, bright rooms with big beds and…
Inland Patagonia
Locals in the know say the most outstanding trekking in the region is right here. Lodgings are in bright, modern cabins with expansive views. A visit…
Middle Chile
This gloriously landscaped estate house, 14km south of town, is an atmospheric pick for a wine-country getaway in the Curicó Valley. It absolutely drips…
San Pedro de Atacama
This friendly family-run place, just a quick walk from town, has seven character-filled rooms (each with its own individual style) and a shady terrace and…
Valparaíso
This high-design hotel is imbued with natural materials from the exposed-brick walls to the recycled wood paneling. Each room has unique art, quirky…
Minas Gerais
Midway between Praça Tiradentes and the train station, this sweet and simple three-room hostel is a labor of love for well-traveled owner Lidiane, who…
Popayán
A block and a half from the Parque del Morro, this supercozy hostel gets a lot of things right: comfortable beds, spotless, tiled rooms, funky common…
Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul
Raising the bar in Campo Grande, the Deville is excellent in many ways. Large rooms with king beds have exemplary comfort, staff are helpful and the…
Salta
The elegant rooms, some faithful to the style of this noble old Salta house, some with a subtle indigenous theme, are reason enough to book in at this…
Norte Chico
There's airiness and charm to this wonderfully homey 12-room hotel a 10-minute walk west of the plaza, boasting bilingual owners and a series of leafy…
Santiago
The best hostel in Barrio Brasil is happy news for weary travelers. This 1910 mansion has a fabulous molded ceiling, funky modern touches and incongruous…
Isla San Cristóbal (Chatham)
This friendly, family-owned hideaway is one of the best-value places in town. Located in a two-story adobe building with modern hot-water rooms, it has a…
Amazonas
The UK-Brazilian couple who took over management of this popular guesthouse are maintaining all its best features – large comfortable rooms, tourist info…
Belém
This snazzy hostel has wonderful decor and a real artsy vibe. The rooms feature lovely wrought-iron furnishings and daring artistic flourishes at every…
Elqui Valley
Up the hill from the center plaza, this tranquil oasis dotted with lemon trees, lush gardens and flowering vines has 10 appealing wooden bungalows with…
Bahia
At this heavenly oceanfront getaway, palm trees tower over freestanding cottages and inviting chaise lounges facing the water. Travelers love the peaceful…
Amazon Basin
Slightly removed from town on a secluded residential street near the Kenneth Lee museum, this gorgeous hideaway is Trinidad's finest, with seven antique…
Bahia
The inviting outdoor pool, festive thatched-roof pool bar, comfortable guest rooms with private verandas, and proximity to the beach make this guesthouse…
Bariloche & the Lake District
Inside this turreted residence, the narrow, low-ceilinged hallways lead on to spacious, comfortable rooms. What really tip the scales are the downstairs…
Northern Patagonia
Custom made for forest gnomes, these tiny shingled cabins (without kitchen facilities) overlook the fjord, with hardwood details and cool loft beds for…
Uyuni
This gorgeous boutique hotel oozes with understated class and pizzazz. Rooms have a unique ceiling heating system that ensures they are toasty and warm…
Manaus
Arguably Manaus' only top-end hotel worthy of the name, Hotel Villa Amazônia is wonderfully central, with large stylish rooms, muted accents and personal…
San Andrés
On a gorgeous private white-sand beach shaded with palms, this multicolored, low-key beach resort sports Caribbean architecture. The restaurant, serving…
Curitiba
In leafy Mercês, Curitiba's top hostel inhabits a canary-yellow, turret-style mansion from the ’50s, with striking art, retro-sophisticated common areas,…
Salta & Jujuy Provinces
This smart place on substantial grassy grounds offers eight spacious rooms decorated in an upbeat style with modern fabrics and colors. Enjoy a range of…
Maceió
This popular high-rise, beachfront hotel has spacious, brightly lit rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, all with sea views. Recently renovated, with…
Minas Gerais
A delightful refuge just across from Igreja de São Francisco, this stylishly renovated 19th-century mansion features pure cotton bedding, oversized towels…
Bariloche & the Lake District
A little over 1km northwest of the bus terminal is this gorgeous hostel, with large, well-designed rooms and lovely doubles with down comforters. It has a…
Santiago
A great choice for those looking for the social life of a hostel without having to share a room. This long-running guesthouse in a mock-Tudor mansion has…
Espírito Santo
Visitors to Espírito Santo's Reserva Natural Vale can spend the night at this simple but comfortable lodge, graced with a peaceful forest setting, two…
Bolivia
This new brick building down past the soccer field has the cleanest, smartest and sunniest rooms in town, all with private bathrooms and valley views. The…
Lençóis
Run by an exceptionally kind owner, this charming guesthouse offers sweet, simple rooms with antique stained-glass windows, many opening to views over the…
La Paz
This party hostel has a gilded bar, several sunny hangout areas with games and TVs, and more than 180 beds. The rooftop terrace is dope. One of a chain of…
Mendoza & the Central Andes
Set in the middle of 94 hectares of vineyard, Casa Antucura is one of the more intimate wine lodges. Of the eight rooms, only two have mountain views –…
Alagoas
Spend a night or two in this stylish, environmentally conscious bungalow, which also has an excellent restaurant specializing in gourmet seafood and…
Ubatuba
Vini, both an ex-lawyer and former semi-pro rugby player in Malta, and his brother, Tulio, an eco-architect, are the personalities behind this good-time…
The Oriente
Perched on a hillside a few kilometers upriver of Misahuallí and accessed by the road along the northern shore, this stylish, ecofriendly French-owned…
French Guiana
The welcome hasn't improved much since the days of arriving convicts, but the rooms in the artfully renovated director's house are something out of a…
Potosí
This hotel, 25km down the valley northwest of Potosí, is perfect for a peaceful retreat or some comfortable hill walking. Set amid lovely scenery at 3550m…
