Luxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoLuxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoLocated 3 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama in Chile's Antofagasta Region, the hotel occupies a fertile oasis at the heart of the Atacama Desert. The property sits in a protected valley surrounded by dramatic mountain ranges and rock formations, with on-site mineral hot springs pools.
Check availability Official websiteNayara Alto Atacama is positioned 3 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama town in a fertile oasis within the Atacama Desert. The property is tucked in a protected valley surrounded by towers of desert rock. On-site features include a cactus garden outside guest rooms, a llama park, and Andean vegetable gardens shaded by ancient Algarrobo trees and scented Rica-Rica bushes. The San Pedro River descends from the Andes through the oasis, creating natural soundscapes within rooms. Views extend to the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt Mountain Range) and the Catarpe Valley from terraces and throughout the property.
The location provides access to iconic Atacama destinations within the surrounding landscape. The Valley of the Moon features an ethereal lunar landscape with mountain ranges streaked in pink hues, rock formations, and canyons. The Tara Salt Flat is a massive salt plain creating a magical optical illusion as the sky reflects on its surface. Ancient petroglyphs are accessible from the hotel. The Atacama Desert offers distinctive stargazing conditions; the resort operates a telescope platform for night viewing. Frog watching night tours are offered to explore nocturnal wildlife.
The protected valley surrounding the hotel supports unique desert fauna and flora. Visitors may encounter pink flamingos, vicunhas, Culpeo foxes, and Andean seagulls in nearby natural areas. Guided activities include instructor-led yoga overlooking the landscape, desert exploration at one's own pace, and evening excursions. After daily adventures, guests return to the oasis to enjoy mineral hot springs pools and spa facilities available on-site.
Nayara Alto Atacama is located 3 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama town in a desert oasis within Chile's Antofagasta Region.
Access includes the Valley of the Moon, Tara Salt Flat, ancient petroglyphs, stargazing via telescope platform, and frog watching night tours.
Yes, the desert offers exceptional conditions for night sky viewing. The hotel operates a telescope platform for guests to observe the stars.
Pink flamingos, vicunhas, Culpeo foxes, and Andean seagulls inhabit the nearby natural landscape and salt flat areas.
Yes, mineral hot springs pools are available on the hotel property for guest use after desert activities.
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