Four thumb hotels by region
While not quite up to the consistency levels of the 5 thumb properties, these are, never the less, very good properties and certainly worth considering in any itinerary.
Chile
Nayara Hangaroa
Formally the Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa, the property was acquired in 2020 by the opulent Nayara Resorts collection, who hitherto specialised and excelled in Costa Rica’s high-end hotel industry. The result of this partnership is a superb resort offering a luxurious, all-...
More...Hotel Casa Real
Without doubt one of the most popular wineries in the valleys that stretch out from Santiago, the Vina Santa Rita has become famous for its history and dining, in the form of the Dona Paula restaurant. What it should, but thankfully isn’t, so famous for is the grandiose and...
More...Luciano K Hotel
The sister property to the Lastarria Boutique Hotel, Luciano K is a stylish boutique hotel named after one of Chile’s most famous architects. With its art deco style and lively rooftop bar it’s a very different style of property to the calm and classic Lastarria B. Despite being...
More...CasaSur Charming Hotel
A small guesthouse in one of the quieter areas of Santiago, CasaSur is the opposite of large and impersonal. With only six rooms and the owners on hand to offer help with recommendations and directions, this little hotel in Barrio Italia is a home away from home and a great base...
More...Hotel Ismael312
Another recent addition to the list of properties in the Lastarria district, Ismael 312 is a cool and modern city hotel overlooking Parque Forestal. With comparatively lower rates than other hotels nearby, it will suit those wanting a comfortable base from which to make the most...
More...Patagonia Camp
Definitely one of our favourite camps in and around the Torres Del Paine, the look and feel of the camp is superb…but, due to its location a good hour from the Park’s northern entrance, it is a bit of an “inbetween” hotel for most. What the Patagonia Camp does provide is a...
More...Zero Hotel
This charming, converted town house is one of our pick of the bunch while staying in the Valpariaso. Set high up on the hillside, the Zero Hotel is ideally located for wandering around the multi coloured streets or simply relaxing by the terraced pool and lounging area that look...
More...Explora Patagonia
Once the only option in and around the Torres del Paine, the Explora has long led the way in this area as far as views, service, food, accommodation, activities, guiding, facilities…etc, etc goes! Today, however, with the arrival of the Tierra and Awasi properties, the crown has...
More...Hotel Rio Serrano
With the new influx of high end properties in the area (see the Awasi, the Tierra and the Explora Hotels), the Rio Serrano has definitely slipped down the ranks as far as luxury is concerned but we still think it is a good option for those that are wanting some luxury but can't...
More...Huilo Huilo
Set within a lush biological reserve in Chile’s Lake District and surrounded by peaceful lakes, snow-topped volcanoes and the Andes mountain range, Huilo Huilo is made up of a number of lodges and hotels, which offer immediate access to stunning nature. The Nothofaghus, Montaña...
More...Los Caiquenes Hotel Boutique
Caiquenes is a property with plenty of character surrounded by a nice garden plot and at a stone throw away from the beach. Coming here means opting for a more relaxed stay and enjoying all the benefits of a boutique hotel experience, great personal service, a meal when it...
More...Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel (Formerly Lastarria Boutique Hotel)
Situated in the historical and bohemian neighbourhood of Barrio Lastarria, within walking distance of museums, parks, bars and restaurants, the Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel is one of our favourite properties in the Chilean capital. With only fourteen rooms set within a 1920s...
More...Terrantai Lodge
This is a superb option for anyone looking to stay in a historic, intimate lodge that is more boutique bed & breakfast than luxury resort. Terrantai Lodge was originally a 19th century house that, due to its age and proximity to San Pedro’s church, remains part of the...
More...Hotel Desertica
A former farm house and orchard, Hotel Desertica, along with Terrantai Lodge, is our pick of the hotels that do not offer the all-inclusive packages in San Pedro de Atacama. This 12-room property prides itself on...
More...Casa Atacama
An excellent alternative in the San Pedro area for those who don’t have the budget for the 5-star big hitters such as Tierra, Alto, Cumbres et al. Casa Atacama knows it cannot match their grandeur, so instead focuses – successfully – on providing comfortable, private...
More...Dreams
The Dreams heralds a new era of high end, luxury accommodation in Punta Arenas. Designed to cater for the large cruise ships of the Pacific and the smaller cruises around the Cape Horn, they have really thought of everything; stunning views, outstanding rooms, facilities and a...
More...Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
Located right in the heart of the Lastarria district, the Hotel Cumbres Lastarria has cafés and restaurants galore on its doorstep. Part of the Cumbres hotel chain, it’s one of the larger hotels in Lastarria and has more of a corporate feel. With plenty of facilities and...
More...Hotel Magnolia
An old 1920s mansion in Santiago’s historic centre that has been renovated and extended to create a 42-room hotel, the Hotel Magnolia is a bold blend of old and new. While we weren’t completely convinced by the Scandinavian-style décor in the new part of the building, the...
More...Hotel Palacio Astoreca
This stunning 1923-built property was formerly the Valparaiso Arts College, but opened as a hotel in 2012 following two years of restoration. Palacio Astoreca is a just a stone’s throw from the El Peral Funicular and offers spectacular views of Valparaiso Bay. The Parisian...
More...The W
As with our opinion of the Aubrey, if you are looking to stay in a chic and modern hotel while in the capital, then you could not do too much better than considering the W Santiago. This modern and sleek property is leading the way in bringing Santiago into the 21st century and...
More...Cumbres San Pedro de Atacama
Set in 20 acres of land and with the largest Spa in all of San Pedro de Atacama, the Cumbres is an impressive hotel that still feels intimate thanks to its thoughtful, single-storey design - inspired by the indigenous population of the Atacama region. Combined with 21st century...
More...Hotel Boutique Casablanca BCW
Hotel Boutique Casablanca BCW is situation in the centre of the Casablanca Wine Route. This secluded property, originally a country mansion dating back 120 years, is the perfect spot to base yourself whilst exploring the superb wineries in the area. Another advantage is that...
More...Noi Blend Hotel Colchagua
A beautiful spot to relax in amongst the vines of Colchagua. The Noi Blend hotel is only a 10 minute drive from the town of Santa Cruz; but in our opinion there is little reason to leave this gorgeous property! Other than, of course, to explore the numerous vineyards dotted...
More...Hotel Casa Molino
One of the smaller properties that lie in and around Puerto Varas, the Casa Molino Guest House is a real gem! Offering a much “smaller” experience all round, it has just a handful of rooms and, as such, really prides itself on the service and attention to detail given to each...
More...Temauken
Another beautifully thought out property in the Puerto Natales area, the Temauken really does a fantastic job at catering to the lower end of the market. Outstanding views out from the rooms, a really cosy and inviting main area and just a stone’s throw from the centre, make...
More...Ecuador
Hotel Carlota
Where does one start in describing this superlative, boutique hotel in Quito’s Old Town? The property was built in 1905 by a French architect as a private house. The owner’s grandmother purchased the home in 1966 and in 2016 he converted the building into a 12-bedroom hotel...
More...Hotel Mama Cuchara
A member of the select Art Hotels Ecuador group (with hotels also in Otavalo and Cuenca), this Colonial-era property is awash with an impressive private collection of native art. Most of the pieces – from paintings and sculptures to jewellery and ceramics – are available for...
More...Albemarle Galapagos Boutique Hotel
A boutique hotel in Isla Isabela’s Puerto Villamil, the Albemarle is a bright and welcoming property – with an entrance that spills right on to soft sands and palm trees! We recommend one of the balcony rooms, so you can count the marine iguanas and sea lions sunning themselves...
More...Scalesia Galapagos Lodge
Situated in the highlands of Isla Isabela, Scalesia Galapagos Lodge offers an immersive highlands experience in luxurious safari-style tents. Spread across a 40-acre plot on the slopes of Volcan Sierra Negra, the tents are surrounded by native flora and fauna (including trees...
More...Royal Palm Galapagos Hotel
Set on a 325-acre private plot in the Miconia Highlands of Isla Santa Cruz, the Royal Palm Galapagos Hotel is an impressive estate that could keep one happily entertained without ever having to leave the grounds! The royal moniker comes from Prince Charles’ visit in 2007, and...
More...The M/Y La Pinta
With a capacity of 48 passengers, La Pinta is one of the larger luxury-class options in the Galapagos, but also has an excellent range of activities and amenities. Originally a Caribbean casino boat, La Pinta was completely refitted back in 2009 as a specialist Galapagos yacht...
More...Angermeyer Waterfront Inn
Built on the site of Gus Angermeyer’s cave, one of the first European settlers on Santa Cruz, the Angermeyer Waterfront Inn embraces the spirit of this pioneering family and combines it with the comfort of today’s mod-cons. The result is a stylish property built out of local...
More...Napo Cultural Center
Napo Cultural Center offers a truly unique opportunity, lodging in the protected Yasuni National Park with the local Kichwa people. Whilst the accommodation might not be luxurious it certainly very comfortable; and the bilingual guides are both knowledgeable and passionate...
More...Peru
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge can rightfully boast to have the best location for visiting Machu Picchu, but that is where the bragging ends. Whilst all other properties are situated approx. 20 minutes down the mountain in Aguas Calientes, the Belmond sits proudly at the...
More...Tambo del Inka Resort & Spa
The latest and most contemporary, luxury property on the Sacred Valley hotel scene. The Tambo del Inka Resort & Spa is the largest property in the area, but the dizzyingly high ceilings, spacious gardens and expansive interiors provide a very tranquil setting. A real bonus...
More...Colombia
Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia
Named after a Colombian waterlily found in the Amazon, the Sofitel shares the flower’s attributes of beauty and strength. Or so the hotel tells us! What we can say is that this 5-star property has successfully combined contemporary, French design with a Colombian influence....
More...The Orchids Hotel
The Orchids Hotel is an intimate 6-bedroom property is the heart of the Candelaria neighbourhood. Dating back to 1892, the building was formerly a private home, which was restored and opened as a hotel in 2014. The neoclassic style has been embraced throughout, with each...
More...Sofitel Legend Santa Clara
Transformed from a 1621-built convent to a hotel in 1995, the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara is a landmark hotel in Cartagena’s Old Town. There are few better examples of successfully adding contemporary decadence to a beautiful, colonial treasure. This is one of only 5 Sofitel’s...
More...B.O.G. Hotel
The B.O.G. Hotel is a contemporary, uber-chic property that is perfectly at home in the trendy, buzzing La Cabrera district. Purpose built in 2013, renowned interior designer Nini Andrade took inspiration from Colombia’s two most precious commodities – gold and emerald. This...
More...Charleston Santa Teresa
The Charleston Santa Teresa is an imposing property within the warm interiors of Cartagena de Indias’ walled old city. Originally a 17th-Century monastery, it’s former lives include a factory and a police station; before being very tastefully converted into a hotel in 1996....
More...Four Seasons Hotel Bogota
Four Seasons Hotel Bogota raised the bar for luxury accommodation when it opened in 1993 and has maintained these high standards in the face of ever-growing competition. Arguably its greatest rival, The Sofitel, is right next door. This is no coincidence, being situated in...
More...Santiago
Hotel Le Reve
Regarded as one of Santiago’s favourite hotels, this French-decor inspired property is located in the friendly Providencia neighbourhood. What Le Reve lacks in facilities - such as a bar, restaurant, pool/spa – it more than makes up for with outstanding service and quirky...
More...Argentina
Hotel Mirador del Lago
Hotel Mirador del Lago is a very reliable choice if you are looking for a reasonably priced, comfortable property near the centre of El Calafate. The hotel is only a short walk from the main ‘strip’ of downtown; and with its slightly elevated location, also offers good views of...
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