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# Awasi Hotel: A Luxurious Hideaway in the Chilean Atacama Desert

> Awasi is an exclusive Relais & Chateaux resort in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, offering just 8 private cottages, gourmet Chilean cuisine, and personalized guided excursions into the surrounding Atacama Desert.

## Destination
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, within the Atacama Desert — a few minutes' walk from the main village.

## What to see
- **Moon Valley (Valle de la Luna)** — Features crystalline salt formations; visited by the article's authors with guide Jorge.
- **Chilean Death Valley (Valle de la Muerte)** — A dramatic desert valley explored as part of Awasi's guided excursions.
- **Salar de Atacama** — Salt flat where flamingo watching is available.
- **Geysers of El Tatio** — Listed as an excursion option from the hotel.
- **Laguna Cejar** — A tranquil local lagoon where guests can float in the highly saline water.

## What to do
- **Guided 4WD excursions** — Each guest is assigned a private guide and modern 4WD vehicle to explore the remote landscape.
- **Stargazing** — Guided night under the Atacama sky; the guide provides in-depth astronomical commentary.
- **Mountain biking** — Listed as an available excursion option in the desert surroundings.
- **Swimming and relaxing at the pool** — The hotel features a pool area with lounge chairs and plush sofas.

## Good to know
Rates are approximately USD 1,500 per night, all-inclusive, covering the private guide, transfers, tailor-made excursions, and gourmet meals. The hotel has only 8 cottages; some include a private patio and outdoor shower.

## Photos

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photos:
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Awasi-hotel-pool-San-Pedro-de-Atacama.jpg"
    caption: "Hotel pool and restaurant by night"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Awasi-hotel-fireplace-San-Pedro-de-Atacama.jpg"
    caption: "Awasi's patio and fireplace with restaurant in the background"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Awasi-guide-Jorge-Corantes-Fernandez-Walter-Schaerer.jpg"
    caption: "Awasi guide Jorge Corantes Fernandez and travelmemo's Walter"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stargazing-Southern-Cross-Atacama-Desert-Chile.jpg"
    caption: "Stargazing at Southern Cross in Atacama desert"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/salt-Salar-Atacama-Desert-Chile.jpg"
    caption: "Salty Salar de Atacama"
```