Hotel Desertica - San Pedro de Atacama
-22.911588, -68.197923Overview
3-star eco-friendly boutique hotel with circular 'turis' rooms inspired by Atacama cultural heritage.
Accommodations & Grounds
Hotel Desertica offers 12 circular 'turis' accommodations designed for comfort and privacy, each set on an elevated trail amidst native vegetation. The rooms are built respecting the natural surroundings, with eclectic common spaces that combine noble materials with local textures. Private bathrooms are stocked with free toiletries, a hair dryer, and each room has a seating area and wardrobe.
Dining & Wellness
The on-site restaurant serves a free cooked-to-order American breakfast each morning, with an à la carte option also available. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool open year-round, plus a spa offering full body massages, couple's massages, and relaxation treatments. A bar, coffee house on site, and special diet menus are available, along with wine and champagne.
Services & Activities
Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk provide personalized attention and can guide guests in organizing tours to Piedra del Coyote, Termas de Puritama, and Pukará de Quitor. The hotel arranges cycling and outdoor adventures near the property, and offers shuttle service, tour desk, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out. Guests also receive a refillable water bottle and have access to filtered water throughout their stay.
Sustainability & Local Culture
Hotel Desertica San Pedro de Atacama is built around a strong focus on environmental sustainability, preserving native vegetation and local traditions. The integration of local culture is visible in every aspect of hotel design and service, from the circular 'turis' rooms to the textiles in the common areas. The property is adults only and includes allergy-free and non-smoking rooms.
Location & Accessibility
Hotel Desertica is located 5 miles from Piedra del Coyote, 1300 ft from San Pedro Church, and 1 mile from Pukará de Quitor, with Moon Valley 9 miles away. The property provides free parking and is within walking distance of popular spots like Inca House and Saint Peters Church. The nearest airport, El Loa Airport, is 63 miles from the hotel.
- Accommodations: 12 circular 'turis' rooms respecting native vegetation
- Dining: Free cooked-to-order American breakfast and à la carte options
- Wellness: Outdoor swimming pool, spa with full body and couple's massages
- Location: 1300 ft from San Pedro Church, near Piedra del Coyote and Moon Valley
- Sustainability: Eco-friendly design preserving local traditions and vegetation
- Service: Multilingual staff, tour desk, shuttle service, and private check-in
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
325 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
435 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Paid shuttle service
Outdoor swimming pool
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Public Bath
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Hotel Desertica
| 💵 Lowest room price | 387 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 62.8 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | El Loa, CJC |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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