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Awasi Atacama

📍 Tocopilla 551, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile

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Overview

Hotel Description

Awasi Atacama is an ultra-luxury desert lodge located in San Pedro de Atacama, Northern Chile, offering an exclusive and deeply personalised experience in one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes. Set within the dramatic Atacama Desert, known for its vast salt flats, volcanic mountains, ancient valleys, and some of the clearest night skies on Earth, the lodge creates a rare combination of adventure, privacy, and refined luxury.

Inspired by the surrounding desert environment and local Atacameño heritage, Awasi Atacama blends natural materials, traditional architecture, and contemporary comfort. The lodge is designed as a peaceful oasis where guests can disconnect from everyday life while exploring the beauty, history, culture, and natural wonders of the Atacama region.

A defining feature of Awasi Atacama is its fully personalised approach — every accommodation is assigned a private guide and 4×4 vehicle, allowing guests to explore the desert at their own pace with tailor-made excursions based on personal interests. The lodge is ideal for luxury travellers, couples, honeymooners, photographers, adventure seekers, and nature lovers looking for a once-in-a-lifetime South American escape.

Rooms

Awasi Atacama offers a collection of elegant desert suites designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Built using traditional materials such as stone, adobe, and wood, the accommodations reflect the colours, textures, and spirit of the Atacama Desert while providing modern luxury and exceptional comfort.

The accommodation categories include Round Rooms and Superior Round Suites, each featuring spacious interiors, handcrafted details, comfortable furnishings, private terraces, and peaceful views of the desert surroundings.

The suites are designed with a strong connection to nature, offering a warm atmosphere with natural textures, elegant bathrooms, relaxation areas, and a tranquil environment ideal for unwinding after desert adventures.

Every stay includes personalised service, ensuring guests experience a seamless luxury retreat with comfort, privacy, and a deep connection to the unique Atacama landscape.

Dining

Dining at Awasi Atacama is a refined culinary journey inspired by the flavours, traditions, and ingredients of Northern Chile. The lodge offers a personalised gastronomic experience featuring Relais & Châteaux cuisine, with menus crafted around local produce, regional influences, and guest preferences.

Led by Chef Sebastián Prieto, the culinary experience celebrates the unique ingredients of the region while combining creativity, seasonal flavours, and international techniques. Guests can enjoy beautifully prepared meals in the elegant dining area, outdoor settings, or private dining locations surrounded by the desert atmosphere.

From traditional Chilean-inspired dishes to carefully curated wine pairings and intimate desert dining moments, every meal becomes part of the overall Atacama experience.

Why Stay Here?

Awasi Atacama is perfect for travellers seeking an extraordinary luxury escape where adventure, nature, culture, and personalised hospitality come together. Unlike conventional resorts, the lodge focuses on creating meaningful journeys through private exploration and authentic local experiences.

Guests can discover the incredible landscapes of the Atacama Desert through customised excursions including salt flats, high-altitude lagoons, geysers, archaeological sites, desert valleys, horseback riding, cycling, birdwatching, and astronomy experiences.

The region’s exceptional natural beauty, combined with Awasi’s intimate service and private exploration model, makes it an ideal destination for romantic escapes, luxury adventures, honeymoon journeys, and travellers seeking a deeper connection with nature.

Highlights

Ultra-Luxury Desert Lodge, offering an exclusive stay experience in the breathtaking landscapes of the Atacama Desert, Chile.
Private Guide & 4×4 Vehicle Included, allowing guests to explore the destination through fully personalised excursions designed around individual interests.
Authentic Desert Architecture, featuring suites crafted with stone, adobe, and wood inspired by traditional Atacama design.
Tailor-Made Desert Experiences, including salt flats, lagoons, valleys, archaeological sites, trekking, and cultural discoveries.
World-Class Stargazing Destination, offering unforgettable astronomy experiences under some of the clearest skies on Earth.
Luxury Boutique Atmosphere, providing privacy, personalised hospitality, and an intimate desert retreat experience.
Exceptional Dining Experiences, featuring Relais & Châteaux cuisine inspired by local Chilean ingredients and flavours.
Adventure & Nature Escape, ideal for couples, honeymooners, photographers, and explorers seeking unique landscapes.
Cultural Immersion, connecting guests with Atacameño traditions, history, and the ancient heritage of the region.

Amenities & Facilities

Free WiFi
Parking
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Bar / Lounge
Room Service
Fitness Centre / Gym
Spa / Wellness Centre
Airport Transfer
Private Dining
Banquet Hall

Location

Tocopilla 551, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile

Explore the Location of Awasi Atacama

Awasi Atacama is located in the historic desert town of San Pedro de Atacama, surrounded by one of the most fascinating landscapes on the planet. Situated at more than 2,500 metres above sea level, the lodge provides access to volcanic formations, salt flats, lagoons, ancient archaeological sites, and breathtaking desert scenery.
The location allows guests to experience both the peaceful charm of San Pedro de Atacama and the incredible natural wonders of the surrounding desert through private guided adventures.

Nearby Attractions

01

San Pedro de Atacama Town Centre: Within walking distance

02

Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley): Approx. 15–20 km

03

Chaxa Lagoon (Atacama Salt Flats): Approx. 50 km

04

Rainbow Valley: Approx. 25–30 km

05

El Tatio Geysers: Approx. 90 km

06

Calama Airport: Approx. 100 km / around 1.5 hours drive

07

Bolivia Border (Hito Cajón): Approx. 45 km

08

Argentina Border (Paso de Jama): Approx. 155 km

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