The bottom line is they refused to respect the law in Chile that if paying with a foreign credit card the tourist does NOT pay local tax (IVA). Management acknowleged the law but would not explain to us why multiple different rooms with different prices in chilean pesos had the same price in US dollars - ie they are ripping... more

We stayed at Hotel Latitud 33 Sur on the strength of one review (another was posted during our stay) that said the place was a gem, and I must say, we agree wholeheartedly! Two things stand out for this hotel: the design and the staff. The design is a remodeling of an old building in a historic district. Each of... more

We spent only one night in this hotel, just before starting a cruise. The hotel is very modern and clean. Our room was small (where to put the suitcases!) but functional. There's a computer in the downstairs area that's always available and has a broadband connection. Morning breakfast was fine (and included). The staff was helpful; they even helped in... more

I spent two nights here in May 2009, and would return in a minute. The Latitud 33 Sur is a charming little boutique style hotel right in the middle of the Valparaiso tourist areas--you really couldn't ask for a better location (don't be alarmed that it isn't on a street, but rather an alley--it's fine). In a district of historic... more

The Hotel Latitud 33 Sur is in the heart of Cerro Concepcion in Valparaiso, on Pasaje Templeman. It is spotlessly clean; the beds are very comfortable with high quality linens; breakfast in the cafe is simple (coffee, tea, fruits, breads, ham and cheese) but abundant and fresh with excellent service. The decor is fresh and interesting, mixing artistic elements with... more