explora Atacama - Hotel de Larache (San Pedro de Atacama, Chile) - Resort (All-Inclusive) Reviews

Also Known As:: De Larache Hotel; Resort All Inclusive De Larache; Explora Atacama - Hotel De Larache San Pedro De Atacama, Chile

Address: Domingo Atienza s/n | Ayllu de Larache, San Pedro de Atacama 7580150, Chile

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Region: Chile > Atacama Region > San Pedro de Atacama

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#2 Luxury Hotels in San Pedro de Atacama

#3 Business Hotels in San Pedro de Atacama

#5 Family Hotels in San Pedro de Atacama

#12 Romantic Hotels in San Pedro de Atacama

Price Range: $$$$

Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Our lodge is located on a plain known as the Ayllu de Larache, once inhabited by an ancient Atacameño community. We have respected the original layout of the land and restored and maintained some of the buildings.Opened in 1998, our lodge is situated on 17 hectares (42 acres) of grounds just a few minutes’ walk from the town of San Pedro de Atacama. In the area surrounding the lodge, we have maintained the ancient pathways and buildings which form a labyrinth that invites exploration.There are 50 rooms housed in three long buildings, positioned to form a central square planted with large trees for ample shade. On the fourth side of the square is the building which houses the lodge’s public spaces. The views from the lodge’s broad terraces enable you to enjoy Atacama’s vast chain of volcanic mountains.In 2008, we set ourselves the challenge of intensifying your explora Atacama experience, remodeling the furnishings and the indoor and outdoor spaces. Now that the work is complete, we are pleased to be able to offer you new facilities and services. ... more less

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JRWalker

Chicago, Illinois

Top Contributor

73 reviews

30 hotel reviews

Reviews in 33 cities

17 helpful votes

“Disappointed.”

Reviewed April 14, 2013

I previously stayed at Explora Patagonia in Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chile. I loved it, and was expecting Explora Atacama to be just as good. I would say that the place need a little TLC. It was beat up, the paint was peeling, the staff was a little standoffish and the food at the restaurant was very... More

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Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your feedback about your explora experience in October 2012. I am very saddened to read about your experience and apologize if our staff has not treated you as kindly as you should expect. The last major renovation of explora Atacama was finalized at the end of 2008, and I am surprised to read... More

nikalove

New York City, New York

Reviewer

3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

4 helpful votes

“Amazing Oasis in the Desert.”

Reviewed April 2, 2013

I just stayed here and had an overall amazing stay. I would recommend the hotel to all my fam and friends. The best part about ExPlora is the excursions and the modern design of the Atacama hotel. The Design: the hotel is well designed. The rooms are cozy. The shower is strong and amazing. The dining room is very zen... More

Dear traveler, Thank you so very much for your review and detailed feedback about your explora experience. I want to thank you for mentioning some details about the explora architecture. explora’s founder and president, Pedro Ibanez, has been very involved with each explora lodge design process. While never ostentatious or accessorized with superfluous extras, explora lodges are build to enable... More

223Lee223

East Kilbride, United Kingdom

52 reviews

19 hotel reviews

Reviews in 26 cities

13 helpful votes

“Amazing experience! But the restaurant is (sadly) mediocre”

Reviewed April 2, 2013 via mobile

Explora atacama is a great exprience- an adventure so unique and cool - I would say it is almost a must! - The best : 1. The guides( especially Roberto and Micaela) - are so knowledgeable, nice, attentive and fun- really bring this place to another level 2. The rooms( the deluxe rooms, the normal ones are dorm like rooms,... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your review. While a mixed review, we thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Regarding your comments about the food, we are sorry to hear you found it to be just OK. Please allow me to state that lthe uxury of the essential is the concept behind the food we... More

soccer73

San Diego, California

4 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

3 helpful votes

“Excellent”

Reviewed March 18, 2013

The hotel staff and the excursion guides might be the best part of Explora. The food is good (with a mix of authentic chilean food - which they should do more of in my opinion) and the excursions are extremely thorough too, but the care the guides take make Explora a great option for a San Pedro Atacama visit. This... More

Dear traveler, We thank you very much for your kind review. We are very grateful for your feedback. As you probably already know, after visiting one explora lodge, you are entitled to the benefits of our CESA, a recognition program with benefits including rate discounts and room upgrades for repeat guests. For information, please visit our website. Yours sincerely, Jesús... More

Kevin M

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

6 helpful votes

“For a select few, a perfect accommodation for desert exploration.”

Reviewed March 14, 2013

The Hotel Larache, the Explora Atacama, is a unique all-inclusive destination in the famous town of San Pedro de Atacama. The hotel is expensive, but with that expense comes a level of comfort and attention not found elsewhere. Upon entering the hotel grounds you are greeted and escorted by the friendly staff into the hotel and to your room. A... More

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Dear traveler, Thank you so very much for your review and detailed feedback about your explora experience. I want to thank you for mentioning the details of the explora architecture. explora’s founder and president, Pedro Ibáñez, has been very involved with each explora lodge design process. While never ostentatious or accessorized with superfluous extras, explora lodges are build to enable... More

mrbg

toronto

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14 reviews

13 hotel reviews

Reviews in 13 cities

25 helpful votes

“Great Experience!”

Reviewed March 10, 2013

We have just returned from 2 weeks in Chile incluing 3 nights and 4 days at the Explora Resort at Atacama. We had a wonderful stay, a highlight of our trip. The resort is located in a beautiful setting,snow capped volcanos visible in the distance and just 10 minutes walk from the centre of San Pedro. The concept is great;... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your very kind and detailed review of your explora experience. Our team’s goal is to make each explora experience as special and individual as possible. I am delighted that all your wishes have been fulfilled and that you took part in such a wonderful array of excursions. Thank you also for pointing out... More

Shardel R

Clearwater, Florida

1 helpful vote

“Enjoy every aspect of this unique environment !”

Reviewed March 9, 2013 via mobile

Our experience at the Explora Atacama was outstanding. The activities schedule along with the competence of the guides made every day unique. We hiked the Puritama to the hot pools, which are part of the Explora domaine. There are comfortable changing rooms provided for changing into swim suits so that you can take a relaxing dip into the perfectly clean,... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your enthusiastic review of your explora experience. The Guatin-Puritama excursion is one of my favorite. The 18,500-acre site – located in a brook near the town of San Pedro at 3,000 meters about sea level and about 45 minutes from Hotel de Larache. The thermal field consists of eight therapeutic pools varying in... More

Terryhazel

Queensland

Senior Contributor

33 reviews

26 hotel reviews

Reviews in 27 cities

60 helpful votes

“A Wonderful Experience”

Reviewed February 25, 2013

We stayed at the lodge for 4 nights late last year and it was an amazing experience and one that we will never forget . We had high expectations as we had stayed at explora on Easter Island the week before and that was wonderful . San Pedro de Atacama exceeded our expectations in all aspects . The accommodation and... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your detailed and complimentary review of your explora experience. I will make sure to pass on your feedback to the explora Atacama team and want say how much I appreciate you classifying explora Atacama as “Nowhere quite like it in the world.” We wholeheartedly agree! Please know that after visiting one explora lodge,... More

OW J

Jakarta

1 review

“Nice”

Reviewed February 23, 2013

It is definitely a 5 stars quality service, from the beginning to the end. Starting with an individual bottle for your trip where you can fill your drinks during the stay, and you can bring home the explora bottle. The rooms are ok, but very cozy and homey. We were there on our honeymoon, and didnt mention it until we... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your review of your explora experience. Thank you for pointing out the explora water bottles. Upon check-in at explora’s three lodges across Chile, all travelers are offered water bottles for use throughout their stay. Handy for explorations, the bottles can be refilled repeatedly with purified water. Efficient use of precious water has long... More

Emma M

Santiago, Chile

“Trip of a lifetime!”

Reviewed January 22, 2013

San Pedro de Atacama is an amazingly beautiful place and Explora made the whole experience incredible. The organization of excursions, meals and time for relaxation was absolutely perfect. The staff were helpful and friendly and the guides were knowledgeable and clearly care about the delicate desert ecosystem. One of my favorite things about the hotel was that the other guests... More

Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your very kind review. We wish we could take credit for you meeting enjoyable travel companions, but clearly cannot. Allow me to add, that I think that explora attracts a wonderful group of travelers from around the globe that share our passion for the outdoors and remote areas in South America. Please know... More

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