Santiago is the capital of Chile, a city of about seven million set in a valley between the Andes and the Coastal Range, with a walkable historic centre, the Bellavista and Lastarria neighbourhoods, Cerro San Cristobal and a fast, clean metro.
Accommodation overview
Santiago city has accommodation for every budget: hostel dorms in Barrio Brasil and the Centro, boutique hotels in Lastarria and Bellavista, metro-connected mid-range hotels in Providencia, and five-star towers in Las Condes and Vitacura. Lastarria and Bellavista suit first-time visitors who want to walk to museums, cafes and restaurants; Providencia combines metro access with a calm residential feel; El Golf in Las Condes caters to business travellers; and the airport area suits early flights. Prices run from about CLP 14,000 for a dorm bed to CLP 600,000 or more for luxury suites, with weekend discounts common in business districts. Foreign visitors paying in USD or by foreign card are exempt from the 19% IVA at hotels, so carry the passport and the PDI tourist card.
- Budget
- CLP 14,000-60,000/night (~USD 15-65) hostel dorm to simple private room
- Mid-range
- CLP 60,000-150,000/night (~USD 65-160) 3-4 star hotels and boutique stays
- Luxury
- CLP 150,000-600,000+/night (~USD 160-640+) five-star towers in Las Condes, Vitacura and Lastarria
- Where to stay
- Lastarria and Bellavista for walkable sightseeing and dining; Providencia for metro and calm; Las Condes (El Golf) for business
Hotels by budget
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Budget-friendly
Hostal Forestal
Well-known hostel in Lastarria with dorms and private rooms, a shared kitchen and a patio. Within walking distance of Cerro Santa Lucia and Plaza de Armas.
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Popular backpacker hostel near Cerro Santa Lucia, with dorms and private rooms and a social common area. Often used to organise day trips to Cajon del Maipo and the wine valleys.
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Hostel in a restored mansion in Barrio Brasil, a quieter and more local neighbourhood west of the centre. Close to Republica metro and the street art of Barrio Yungay.
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Simple family-run guesthouse in Providencia, close to Pedro de Valdivia and Manuel Montt metro stations. Quiet street and good for longer stays.
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Budget hotel in the pedestrian zone of Huerfanos, within walking distance of the Plaza de Armas and Santa Lucia hill.
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Hostel overlooking the Plaza de Armas, the most central budget base for walking to La Moneda, the cathedral and Mercado Central.
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Santiago Marriott Hotel
Tower hotel on Avenida Kennedy in Vitacura with a pool deck, spa and Andes views. Business-oriented, with easy access to Las Condes offices.
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Boutique hotel on the slopes of Cerro Santa Lucia in Lastarria, known for its rooftop pool and views over the old city. Walkable to restaurants, galleries and Universidad Catolica metro station.
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Boutique hotel in a heritage building near Plaza de Armas and Barrio Paris-Londres. A good base for the historic centre, Cerro Santa Lucia and the metro.
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Mid-range hotel on Paseo Serrano in the historic centre, a block or two from Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral. Convenient for first-time visitors without a car.
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Central upscale hotel on the Alameda facing the San Francisco church, with a pool and spa on upper floors. Universidad de Chile and Santa Lucia metro stations are minutes on foot.
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Mid-range hotel near the Mercado Central and Plaza de Armas with an outdoor pool courtyard. Useful for travellers who want to be close to the markets and Cal y Canto metro.
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Tall riverside hotel near Cerro San Cristobal in Providencia, with a pool, spa and a convention centre. Close to Pedro de Valdivia metro and the Mapocho river parks.
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Small family-run hotel on a leafy corner of Providencia, near Pedro de Valdivia metro and the Costanera. Known for personal service and a good breakfast.
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Boutique hotel on a quiet residential street of Providencia, a short walk from Pedro de Valdivia metro. French-style decor and a small garden.
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Chilean-chain business hotel one block from El Golf metro in Las Condes, with a small pool deck and gym. Good value for the area.
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International-chain hotel on Avenida Vitacura at the edge of the El Golf financial area, with pool and spa. Close to Los Leones and Manquehue metro stations.
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Small hotel on Victoria Subercaseaux at the foot of Cerro Santa Lucia, with a terrace overlooking the greenery. Short walk to Lastarria's cafes and cinemas.
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Long-running low-cost hotel on the Cerro Santa Lucia side of Lastarria, close to Universidad Catolica metro. Simple rooms in a convenient location.
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Business-class tower on the Alameda a few minutes' walk from Santa Lucia metro station and Cerro Santa Lucia, convenient for the historic centre.
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Mid-range central hotel one block from the Plaza de Armas and the pedestrian streets of Paseo Ahumada, suited to short sightseeing stays.
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Long-established central hotel on San Antonio, near Parque Forestal, the Bellas Artes museum and Mercado Central.
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Central hotel a short walk from the Plaza de Armas and the Alameda, popular with business travellers and tour groups.
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Five-star hotel on a quiet Providencia street with an indoor pool and spa, a short walk from Los Leones metro station.
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Mid-range business hotel in the El Golf district, close to El Golf and Tobalaba metro stations and the Isidora Goyenechea restaurant strip.
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Small hotel on Jose Miguel de la Barra, steps from the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Parque Forestal and Cerro Santa Lucia.
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IHG hotel at Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport, within walking distance of the terminals, practical for early flights.
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Marriott hotel next to the airport with an airport shuttle, suited to overnight layovers and early departures.
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Hilton brand hotel serving the airport, with a shuttle to the terminals and a short transfer into the city.
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Chilean chain hotel with a free hourly airport shuttle, a budget-friendly choice for overnight connections.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago
Five-star tower in the El Golf financial district of Las Condes, with an indoor pool, spa and a well-known cocktail bar. A polished choice for business trips and for visitors who want El Golf metro station a few minutes away.
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Luxury high-rise in eastern Las Condes with Andes views, a large spa and a pool deck. Quieter and more residential than El Golf; taxi or rideshare is the practical way to reach the centre.
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Design-led hotel on Isidora Goyenechea, the main restaurant and nightlife strip of El Golf, with a lively lobby bar and rooftop pool. Best for travellers who want to be in the middle of the Las Condes dining scene.
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Large pyramid-shaped five-star hotel on Avenida Kennedy near the Parque Arauco and Costanera Center area, with a big outdoor pool and tennis courts. Suits families and conference travellers.
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Design hotel on Nueva Costanera in upscale Vitacura, with a rooftop pool and a strong restaurant and bar program. Close to the Borago and Ambrosia restaurant cluster.
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Boutique luxury hotel in the Lastarria neighbourhood, within walking distance of Cerro Santa Lucia and the Museo de Bellas Artes. Rooftop pool and bar overlook the historic centre.
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Boutique hotel in a restored 1920s mansion at the foot of Cerro San Cristobal in Bellavista, with a courtyard pool and garden. Steps from Patio Bellavista dining and the funicular to the hill.
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Choose your base based on your interests and travel style.
Lastarria and Bellas Artes
Cobbled lanes, cafes, museums and cinemas beside Cerro Santa Lucia
Best for: First-time visitors, couples, walkers
Bellavista
Bohemian streets, murals, La Chascona and the bar and restaurant district at the foot of Cerro San Cristobal
Best for: Nightlife, food, art
Centro (Plaza de Armas, Paris-Londres)
Historic core with La Moneda, the cathedral and Mercado Central; quiet after business hours
Best for: Budget travellers and sightseeing on foot
Providencia
Residential, tree-lined avenues, Parque Bustamante, Costanera Center views and many restaurants
Best for: Families, longer stays, metro access
Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan)
Glass towers, corporate hotels, shopping and upscale dining
Best for: Business travellers and luxury stays
Vitacura
Affluent residential area with boutique hotels, Parque Bicentenario and the Nueva Costanera restaurant row
Best for: Luxury and quiet stays, dining
Barrio Italia and Nunoa
Antique shops, design studios, tree-lined streets and local cafes south of Providencia
Best for: Slow travel, design lovers, local feel
Barrio Brasil and Yungay
Historic mansions turned hostels, Plaza Brasil and the Barrio Yungay heritage district
Best for: Backpackers and budget stays
Airport area (Pudahuel)
Hotels beside Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport, 20 km west of the centre
Best for: Early flights and overnight layovers
Our top picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago
Five-star tower in the El Golf financial district of Las Condes, with an indoor pool, spa and a well-known cocktail bar. A polished choice for business trips and for visitors who want El Golf metro station a few minutes away.
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Luxury high-rise in eastern Las Condes with Andes views, a large spa and a pool deck. Quieter and more residential than El Golf; taxi or rideshare is the practical way to reach the centre.
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Design-led hotel on Isidora Goyenechea, the main restaurant and nightlife strip of El Golf, with a lively lobby bar and rooftop pool. Best for travellers who want to be in the middle of the Las Condes dining scene.
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Large pyramid-shaped five-star hotel on Avenida Kennedy near the Parque Arauco and Costanera Center area, with a big outdoor pool and tennis courts. Suits families and conference travellers.
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Tower hotel on Avenida Kennedy in Vitacura with a pool deck, spa and Andes views. Business-oriented, with easy access to Las Condes offices.
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Design hotel on Nueva Costanera in upscale Vitacura, with a rooftop pool and a strong restaurant and bar program. Close to the Borago and Ambrosia restaurant cluster.
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Get the best deals and avoid common mistakes.
Book 2-3 months ahead for ski season (June-September) at Valle Nevado and for long weekends such as Fiestas Patrias (September 18-19)
Foreign tourists paying in USD or by foreign card are exempt from the 19% IVA (VAT) at hotels; carry the passport and the PDI tourist entry slip and ask at check-in
Lastarria and Providencia give the best balance of safety, restaurants and metro access; the Centro has more bargains but is quiet after dark
Las Condes and Vitacura hotels are cheaper on weekends because they depend on business travellers
Ask at check-in for the IVA exemption and pay with a foreign card or USD; show the passport and the PDI entry slip
Arrange airport pickup with the hotel in advance, or take the Centropuerto or Turbus airport bus (centropuerto.cl, turbus.cl) to Pajaritos, Los Heroes or Universidad de Chile metro stations
Alternative accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.