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Lastarria
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In Barrio Lastarria, another historical
neighbourhood of central Santiago packed
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with cinemas, theatres and museums, the
1927 building of Lastarria has been
transformed into a modern, sophisticated
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beauty. Wrought-iron details, checkered
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floors, a grand marble staircase, elegant Art
Deco notes and modern paintings on the
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walls make up the delightful ambiance. In
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the gastronomy lounge, you can opt for light meals with fresh cold meats and a selection
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of Chilean wines. The general restoration process that took place in the area in the past
two decades made sure that it preserved its bohemian, intellectual character, along with
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the impressive historic building facades, like that of the National Monument Iglesia de la
Veracruz.
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Coronel Santiago Bueras 188, Barrio Lastarria, 56228403700.
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Mi Palafito
On Chiloé Island, where life first started
about 7000 years ago, lays the enchanting
Castro—Chile’s third oldest continuously
inhabited city. Among the World Heritage
Site churches—an outstanding example of
ecclesiastical wooden architecture in the
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Americas—and the bustling Plaza des
Armas, blossoms the town’s most colorful
site: its picturesque palafitos (stilt houses
made out of native wood). A restored long-legged structure itself, Mi Palafito is a quaint
‘Aparthotel’ that can house up to 9 people, from where you can watch (and even feel) the
tide twice a day, while thumbing through a book from its small collection. The town also
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holds the noteworthy Museum of Modern Art of Chiloé, which you can explore after a
delicious breakfast of bread and jam made on the spot.
Ernesto Riquelme 1210, Castro, Isla Chiloe, 005665634878.
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Zerohotel
A small boutique hotel on Valparaiso’s Cerro
Allegre hill, with spectacular views over the
Pacific Ocean (four of its nine rooms greet
the bay), Zerohotel is a true architectural
gem in a trendy area of the culturally
re-emerging historic port. French window
frames and stained glass windows,
wooden floorboards, a stylish outdoor deck
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and a small pool give it plenty of comfort
and character, in a heady mix enhanced by the hotel’s Honesty Bar (remember to note
your dues). Since the picturesque old town, with its cobbled streets and charming murals
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and facades, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there has been great effort by
both the cultural and hotel sectors to enrich and upgrade the true Valparaiso experience
and Zerohotel is well ahead of the game in this regard.
Lautaro Rosas 343, Valparaíso, (56-32) 211 3113.
Hotel Palacio Astoreca
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Also on top of Cheerful Hill, with stunning views that include that of the Fine Arts Museum,
this new Valparaiso palace comes well-equipped for the art & culture crowd. Palacio
Astoreca has its walls adorned with a large collection of local and foreign art, while it
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literature. A true haven before you take the
trademark El Peral (the cable car) down to
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Sotomayor Square and start your
exploration of the port.
Calle Montealegre 149, Cerro Alegre, Valparaíso, +56-32 327 7700.
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Ágora Hotel
In Viña del Mar, a Vineyard By The Sea in
Chile’s central Pacific Coast, Ágora Hotel lies
a few steps from the city’s staple art deco
casino, and a few blocks from the ample
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and popular Acapulco beach. Immersed in
sweet pastel colours and crowded with
quirky furniture and a collection of surreal
paintings and black and white photography, © Ágora Hotel
it is an arty value-for-money option for
those eager to discover the city’s culture. Viña del Mar International Song Festival, held in
the Quinta Vergara amphitheatre since the 1960’s, is a major music event in the Americas
and the Fonk Museum has an interesting collection of objects from native villages.
5 1/2 Poniente 253 - Viña del Mar, 56-322694669.
Meridiano Sur Petit Hotel
A Providencia, Santiago family cove,
Meridiano Sur Petit Hotel offers colourful,
understated comfort with a warm Chilean
heart. A cheerful remodeled house hides six
double rooms and singles (most of them
not very spacious—but the loft is), and
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cordial staff that will jump at the chance to
introduce you to their favourite tours and
restaurants. When you need some down
time from the big Santiago arts and entertainment fiesta, the hotel has an interesting
collection of literature and photography books, along a few key travel guides where you will
fish out some great tips.
Sta. Beatriz 256, Providencia, +56222353659.
Hotel Orly
One final Providencia gem, this revamped
1940s mansion boasts a Victorian-style
conservatory perfect for a relaxed breakfast,
floral and wooden features and worn white
antiques that give you a feel of French
countryside in the middle of Santiago.
Undeniably elegant, yet super warm, it will
cater to all your needs—like inviting you to
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one of those wonderful wingback chairs,
ideal after a long museum tour. It also offers one of the best deals in a trendy and arty
barrio—which means it is always wise to book ahead.
Av. Pedro de Valdivia 027, Providencia/ Santiago,
+5622231894.
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