Luxury lodge in the middle of the Atacama Desert
Alto Atacama is a stunning example of innovative and sustainable architecture. The Desert Lodge & Spa is tucked away in a valley of serene beauty, the lush Catarpe Valley of the Salt Mountain Range. The location, the sweeping views, the peace and quiet and the beautiful outdoor lounge make the hotel a destination in itself. The public areas and the 42 rooms are decorated with local textiles, handicrafts and stone.
The rooms come in three different designs. All have private terraces and overlook the beautiful "Andescape," created by landscape architect and botanist Veronica Poblete, or the Cordillera de la Sal Range and Catarpe Valley.
The hotel has a great restaurant consisting of two outdoor areas and one indoor area. Local fresh organic produce is used for the dishes. Of course, the menu is accompanied by the most blissful Chilean wines.
Top 10 best spas in Latin America
The spa was named in the top 10 best spas in Latin America by Spa Finder. This oasis in the desert is supplied with water from icy snow. In addition to massages, you can enjoy a Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, Scottish showers and indoor & outdoor hot tubs, among others.
Stargazing and adventure in the desert
Be enchanted by the beautiful starry nights. There is an open observatory deck. Still want to explore the surrounding area? There are 30 adventure excursions, all accompanied by experienced local guides. Visiting geysers and hot springs, climbing the volcano, mountain biking through desert canyons, horseback riding on a sand dune and exploring ancient Inca ruins are just a few of the possibilities...
Tips & Tops Alto Atacama:
- All rooms have a private terrace with beautiful views
- There are as many as 6 pools
- The hotel organizes cultural and adventure activities to explore the desert
- No. 1 top 15 Luxury Hotels in Chile Trip Adviser's Choice Awards
OTHER LODGES OF NAYARA:
- Nayara Hangaroa, Easter Island, Chile
- Nayara Springs, glamping at its best in the jungle with spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica
- Nayara Gardens, Fortuna de San Carlos, in the northern highlands of Costa Rica
- Nayara Tented Camp, an oasis 3 km from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
- Nayara Bocas del Toro, in Bocas del Toro, Panama
