Naturalis is a small, adults-only hotel close to the plaza and the church of San Pedro de Atacama, with the meteorite museum nearby. The emphasis is on calm and simplicity. An outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace give guests quiet places to sit, and a restaurant serves meals. A free breakfast buffet is included, and so are free self parking and free bicycle rentals, which are useful for short rides to the Pukara de Quitor or around the village. Rooms are comfortable, with a queen bed in the standard double, an in-room safe, a desk, blackout drapes, heating and sound-insulated walls, which helps with sleeping after early starts and late evenings. Rooms also come with a laptop workspace, bathrobes and free toiletries, and the staff can help with tours and tickets. Because children aged 17 and under are not allowed, the atmosphere is quiet, which many couples and solo travellers appreciate. It is a good choice if you want a peaceful base within walking distance of the village. Evenings are quiet, which suits early nights before dawn departures.
Location and getting around
The hotel is within a short walk of the plaza, so restaurants, cafes, shops and tour agencies are easy to reach on foot. Bicycles are free to use, which is a pleasant way to see the oasis in the morning or evening. Calama airport is a drive of around an hour and a half.
The rooms
Rooms are simple and tidy, with heating for cold nights and portable fans for warm days. Sound-insulated walls and blackout curtains help with rest. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, and a spa is not offered, so look elsewhere if treatments matter to you. Laundry and dry-cleaning are available.
Who it suits
Couples, friends and solo travellers who want a quiet, adults-only hotel with a pool and a garden. Good to know: guests must be at least 18, and children, pets, cribs and extra beds are not accepted. Check-in is from 3 pm to 11 pm, and the front desk has limited hours, from 7 am to 11 pm, so let the hotel know if you will arrive late. Check-out is before noon, and the staff can store luggage if your transfer is later.
Why stay here
- ✓Adults-only
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Free breakfast buffet
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Free bicycle rentals
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
Good questions
Is Naturalis adults only?+
Yes, guests must be 18 or older, and children aged 17 and under are not allowed.
Are bicycles available?+
Yes, bicycle rentals are free for guests.
Is breakfast included?+
Yes, a free breakfast buffet is included.