Places to Stay in Santiago: Chile's Largest City

The capitol of Chile, the beautiful Santiago is also its largest city.  With interesting historical buildings, museums, exciting nightlife and delicious eateries, Santiago is rich in culture.  Those visiting will find themselves with a host of options for recreation, entertainment and fun – not to mention places to stay in Santiago. 

Santiago contains some great historical buildings and cathedrals, including the Catedral Metropolitana, home of the Archdiocese of Santiago and the main temple Catholic Church in the area.  The Catedral Metropolitana is located in ‘el centro,’ or the city’s ‘historic center.’  Also located in the center is the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, containing pre-Columbian artifacts and pieces art from Central and South America.  First opened in 1981, the museum is home to many unique and unusual but beautiful pieces.  Those interested in visiting the historic center should consider places to stay in Santiago that are conveniently located near there.

For families visiting Chile, there are some very beautiful and well-maintained parks that provide the children with a lovely place to play, and the adults with a magnificent view.  The Barrio Paris-Londres Park and the Cerro Santa Lucia Hilltop Park are two of the most beautiful and popular parks.  The Parque Metropolitano Zoo is another great option for families with children, featuring gorgeous animals and many wonderful things to do.  When the family gets hungry, Santiago has many delicious options for dining.

When searching for places to visit in Santiago, you’ll need to consider a few different things, mainly price and convenience.  If you’re working on a budget, there are several options for you, including hostels such as the Bellavista Hostel, the Andes Hostel, and the Plaza de Armas hotel – located in the historic center and within walking distance of the museums and shopping malls.  While the hostels provide a place to stay without huge cost, you can still receive luxuries such as DVD players in your room, televisions, telephone service and room service.

If luxury is more important, there are several five-star hotels located conveniently as well.  For instance, the San Cristobal Tower is a wonderful choice located just twenty-five kilometers from the Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.  Nestled amongst breathtaking gardens and hundred-year old trees, the hotel has a host of amenities, including babysitting, dry cleaning, hair dressing, three restaurants, a sauna and so much more.  Another choice is the Boulevard Suites Hotel Boutique. 

This one’s just a few kilometers from the Santiago Airport, and has 52 suites with a plethora of amenities.  Just a few include air conditioning, safety deposit box, hot tub, hydro-massages bathtub and more.  The five-star hotels in Santiago are alluring, comfortable and are sure to make you want to extend your vacation or business trip for a few more days.

Santiago is truly a beautiful place to visit, with a rich culture and friendly locals.  The food is delicious, with lots of fresh fish dishes and local veggies and fruits.  Other delicious examples of Santiago dishes include pasta and squid, seafood risotto and spicy rabbit dishes.  You’ll certainly experience a wide variety of tasty entrees. Between the delicious foods, exciting attractions and cozy places to stay in Santiago, you may not want to leave!

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