With its surreal valleys and sky-scraping mountains, the Atacama Desert is as unique as they come. Tucked between the caramel hills of Catarpe Valley, Hotel Alto is a true oasis, its gardens filled with cacti and pretty shrubs, authentic ceramics and plunge pools that mirror the ever-blue sky. You'll be welcomed with refreshing juices and the promise of an unforgettable stay, whether it's one of open-air spa treatments (hello hot volcanic stones!) and lazy days, or epic excursions to see ancient petroglyphs, flamingo-dotted lagoons, and technicolour valleys. You might have guessed that the sunsets are a dream, best enjoyed with a glass of Chilean wine...
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The rooms at Hotel Alto are wonderfully natural with wooden furnishings, earthy tiled floors and plenty of handwoven textiles. The room types vary in size and views, some of which include the Catarpe Valley, Salt Mountains and Andean Hills enjoyed from a private terrace. The Tilo suites are the largest and set apart from the other rooms, perfect for enjoying the outdoor shower. Inspired by the architecture of local villages, the rooms require little air-conditioning and every guest receives a reusable flask in keeping with the hotel's eco-conscious ethos.
The sublime desert setting with the perfect combination of scenery, seclusion & adventure.
If you fancy ultra-personalised service and a deeper insight into the desert, book one of the hotel's private vehicles and a dedicated guide.
Not all activities are available year-round so, if you have your heart set on a particular sight or trip, do ask before you book.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Nayara Alto Atacama can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Chile trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Chile trips featuring Nayara Alto Atacama or get advice and suggestions from one of our Chile specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Nayara Alto Atacama start from around $420, or US$420, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A lunar landscape squashed between the Pacific and the Andes and home to ultimate desert adventures
