W Santiago is the city’s trendiest big-name hotel, a place where the lobby feels like a lounge, the bar is as much a destination as the rooms and the rooftop pool is one of the best-known hangouts in the capital. It stands on Avenida Isidora Goyenechea, the main street of El Golf, the polished business and dining district of Las Condes that locals sometimes call Sanhattan, a short stroll from El Golf and Tobalaba metro stations and a quick walk to the restaurants, galleries and boutiques of the area. Rooms are modern and playful, with bold colours, big beds and floor-to-ceiling views of the city skyline and, on clear days, the Andes beyond. The rooftop pool and bar is the signature feature, with city views, cocktails and a social atmosphere that makes it popular at sunset and at weekends. The hotel also has a spa, a fitness centre, lounges and restaurants serving breakfast and contemporary dishes, plus a bar in the lobby with live DJs on some nights. It is a good fit for younger travellers, couples after a stylish stay and business visitors who enjoy a bit of energy after work. Light sleepers should be aware that the public spaces can be lively in the evening.
Location and getting around
El Golf is one of the safest and most convenient parts of Santiago, with excellent restaurants and cafes within a few minutes’ walk, and shops and offices all around. El Golf metro station on Line 1 is nearby, with trains running straight to Providencia, the Costanera Center, Baquedano for Bellavista and the historic centre. The airport is roughly half an hour away by road, and the hotel can arrange transfers for a fee.
The rooms
Rooms are contemporary and stylish, with comfortable beds, large windows and modern bathrooms. Higher floors give wide city views, and suites add extra space. If you like to sleep early, ask for a room away from the bars and the pool deck.
Who it suits
Couples, groups of friends and business travellers who want a social, design-led base with a good location, and anyone who wants a rooftop pool to relax by after a day of sightseeing.
Good to know
Pool and bar hours can vary with the season and with private events, so confirm before you go. Breakfast is often charged separately, so check your rate. Dress codes in the evening bars tend to be smart casual, and weekend nights can be busy.
If you plan to enjoy the rooftop at sunset, arrive early on weekends, since the best seats fill quickly. The hotel is also a convenient base for business, with meeting rooms nearby and plenty of restaurants within a short walk, and its location makes it simple to go on to a wine tour or a night out in Bellavista by taxi or metro.
Why stay here
- ✓Rooftop pool and bar
- ✓Lobby lounge and bar
- ✓Spa
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓City and Andes views
- ✓Near El Golf metro
- ✓Airport transfers on request
Good questions
Where is W Santiago?+
It is on Avenida Isidora Goyenechea in El Golf, Las Condes, a short walk from the metro and surrounded by restaurants, galleries and shops.
Does W Santiago have a rooftop pool?+
Yes, the rooftop pool and bar is the hotel’s signature feature, with city views and a social atmosphere. Hours can vary, so confirm with the hotel before you go.
Is the hotel noisy?+
Public spaces, including the bars and the pool deck, can be lively in the evening and at weekends. Ask for a room away from them if you are a light sleeper.
