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explora Atacama

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Elegant escape in breathtaking landscapes

Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, this luxurious retreat features elegant architecture and tranquil gardens. Enjoy four outdoor pools with cabanas, a rejuvenating spa, and horseback riding adventures.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
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About this property

explora Atacama

  • Luxury all-inclusive hotel
  • A free breakfast buffet, a free return airport shuttle and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at explora Atacama. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding at this hotel. Indulge in a detox wrap, a manicure/pedicure and a deep-tissue massage at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • 4 outdoor pools along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking and extended parking
    • Free bike hire, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage, massage treatment rooms and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All 50 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as private indoor hot tubs and 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and pillow menus.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Jetted bath, rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

  • This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

  • Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

    • All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)
    • Meals and beverages at companion properties
    • Dining availability limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile value-added tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g. USD).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does explora Atacama have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is explora Atacama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at explora Atacama?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at explora Atacama?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at explora Atacama?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does explora Atacama provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at explora Atacama?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included.

Where is explora Atacama located?

Situated in San Pedro de Atacama, this all-inclusive hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Plaza de San Pedro de Atacama, San Pedro Church and Inca House. Meteorite Museum and Artisans Town are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is exceedingly competent and friendly. The entire resort was impeccable and our room was spacious and the bed quite comfortable. It was quiet and serene.The daily excursions were varied and the guides quite friendly and knowledgeable. We have an above 5 star experience at Explora!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Website should be proactive and notify weekly about weather conditions. It is important to advise what clothing to pack for different explorations. When exploration is at 5K altitude in spring, there could be very low temperature, which requires winter clothes. At the same date bike exploration at the hotel altitude requires light clothes as it is extremely hot.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucho

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel incrível porém atendimento ruim!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Explora surpreende

Hospedagem incrível e experiência supreendente. Ótima gastronomia e acomodações de luxo. O guia Fred é excepcional, no conhecimento, conteúdo e simpatia. Profissional superior e entretém de maneira maravilhosa.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Incrível

Tudo neste hotel é incrível! O restaurante é maravilhoso, o cardápio foi elaborado pelo chefe Virgilio Martínez. Toda a equipe do hotel é muito educada e atenciosa. Os garçons são extremamente gentis. Os motoristas das vans são ótimos. O grande destaque vai para a equipe de guias das explorações, todos maravilhosos. O hotel é caro, mas vale cada centavo.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ligia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel incrível, atendimento impecável, comida maravilhosa
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Djalma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Organização, preparo dos funcionários. Prontidão nas respostas e solicitações.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótima experiência ofuscada por evento corporativo

As acomodações são ótimas, as refeições interessantes, os guias atenciosos e qualificados. Os dedicação e gentileza dos funcionários de apoio faz a diferença. Destaque especial para Erik, do bar, o garçon Juan Pablo e os guias Rodrigo e Juce. Infelizmente, na última noite foi feito um churrasco com horário determinado e não havia alternativa para jantar. O evento abrigava um grupo grande hóspedes corporativos que chegou no dia anterior. A falta de alternativa e a atmosfera corporativa do evento realizado da última noite ofuscou a excelente experiência que tive nos dias que passei no hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótimo!

Tudo perfeito
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fábio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Experiência única. Excelente atendimento, guias competentes e bastante atenciosos, passeios exclusivos, ótima gastronomia, ambiente luxuoso e confortável. Com certeza valeu a experiência incrível com toda equipe explora.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, shower and pool area. Restaurant staff was excellent. Massage therapist was great. Guides were hit and miss: two tour guides were fantastic; one tour guide was quite rude and condescending. Food was overall good, but lunch menu needs variety.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good program but somewhat overpriced

Very good programming with a variety of activities. Excellent staff that makes every attempt to be accommodating. However, the rooms are quite cramped, not air conditioned and the bathroom is tiny. This would be ok if you didn’t spend a lot of time in the room but there is a scheduled break in the day between the am and pm activities which you do tend to spend in your room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely perfect hotel! Food was amazing, the guides were fantastic, the hotel was gorgeous. Can’t fault it. Explora offers the best excursions in the area as the have access to more private spots that other hotels can’t get to. Can only recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Equipe maravilhosa
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A estadia no Hotel Explora foi excelente..desde as excursões elaboradas pela equipe, ao atendimento dos guias e funcionários do hotel sempre muito atenciosos e também a comida do hotel que é deliciosa. O quarto estava sempre limpo e na segunda arrumação do dia a equipe do hotel se preocupava em deixar a calefação ligada e alguns mimos.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente experiencia

Excelente experiencia. Equipe muito atenciosa, que nao deixou que as condicoes climaticas atrapalhassem as programaçoes e passeios. Únicos inconvenientes foram a falta de calefaçao no quarto (fazia frio mesmo no verao) e agua fria do chuveiro nos horarios de pico, à noite.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Atacama - a must see location on the planet

My stay at Explora was fantastic! The food was excellent, the room was excellent, the staff were excellent and there was a huge variety of guided tours to go on from horse riding, high altitude hiking, cycling and many less strenuous activities. To top it off, the lodge has its own observatory and the night sky is superb for star gazing. The hotel is an easy 5-10 min walk into the centre of San Pedro or you can get them to drop you in. The Atacama is for getting out and about in so I didn't spend much time in the town centre except to visit the excellent museum and the artisan markets. Explora is expensive but after roughing it in other parts of Latin America for 5 weeks, it was a treat that combined activity and luxury in sufficient doses to totally recharge the batteries.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria T

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019