Atacama Desert and The North
Tierra Atacama
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For desert luxury and adventure from a village base, Tierra Atacama is hard to beat. With its striking architecture and design, the hotel aims to be as authentic as possible, using furniture and accessories handmade with local materials. The resulting spaces excite, relax and inspire guests of all ages.
and the lovely Uma Spa. Guests stay on an all-inclusive basis, which includes airport transfers, breakfast, lunch and dinner, an open bar, use of the spa facilities and daily excursions.
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Facilities & Activities
The hotel encourages guests to discover the scenery, wildlife, flora and archaeology of the Altiplano. At the beginning of their stay, guests meet with the head guide to select their preferred excursions, taking into account individual interests and fitness levels. There is a great selection of activities including hikes, walks, bicycle rides, horse-riding, volcano climbs and 4WD excursions.
Relaxing at the hotel and spa is always a lovely compliment to the outdoor adventures. Located in a separate building, the Uma Spa (“water” in the local Aymará language) has a heated indoor pool with bubble beds, jets and cascades as well as treatment rooms, steam room and relaxation areas. Choose from a range of services including a full range of massages and facials, with specialist treatments based on the local desert elements. Large windows open out to the outdoor facilities which include an infinity pool with relaxation beds, a hot tub and deck for yoga enthusiasts, all positioned to enjoy the best views of the desert and beyond.
Additional facilities include a relaxing lounge with board games and business centre alongside an outdoor campfire with views of the Licancabur volcano!
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Dining
Meals are served in the main restaurant with its floor-to-ceiling windows, capturing the changing hues of the desert from morning to night. There are also shady outside spaces over the warmer months. The food itself is prepared using fresh, local ingredients and there are plenty of healthy, but delicious options.
The wine list is extensive, including boutique and organic wines, and guests have the opportunity to sample different varieties according to their choice of menu.
The bar serves a wide variety of drinks, including their signature ‘rica rica’, as well as Chilean standards like the pisco sour plus fun twists like pisco sours with chilli, ginger or mango.
Rooms
The hotel has 32 rooms, each styled with Atacameñan details. All rooms have large windows offering mountain and volcano views, private terrace, luxurious indoor/outdoor shower, hairdryer, central heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan, telephone and safe deposit box.
There are 16 spacious ‘Oriente’ rooms, all with terraces enjoying volcano views, as well as bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. The 14 slightly larger ‘Poniente’ rooms have bathrooms with bath and shower, as well as terraces with views of the gardens and Salt Mountains.
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Family
Tierra Atacama is a family-friendly hotel offering tailored adventures and children-friendly menus. While there are activities for all ages, some of the high-altitude excursions are limited to children aged 10 and over. The hotel provides dedicated guides and includes amenities like pools and shuttle transport to enhance the family experience.
Two family rooms sleep up to six with one master bedroom and two rooms with twin beds and their own bathrooms.
Sustainability
Tierra Atacama takes sustainability to heart, from running on solar power, recycling water and using eco-friendly materials in its design. The hotel supports the local community by sourcing food and materials nearby and even offering apprenticeship programmes for local students.
Location
Located in Northern Chile at 2,400 metres above sea level, San Pedro de Atacama is a desert oasis in the heart of the Atacama Desert. The hotel is just a 15-minute walk from the centre of San Pedro, and Calama Airport is about a one-hour drive away (roughly a two-hour flight from Santiago). With its stunning landscapes and dry, sunny climate, San Pedro de Atacama is a great year-round destination.