Our stay in Vallenar was memorable , especially through the great experience we had staying at Hotel Esmeralda. It was the day before Christmas and the town was full of shoppers , it was so easy to walk into town and share the experience. The hotel is strategically located and we had reserved a double room , but we were offered two single rooms for the same price , it was up to us to chose!! The hotel is clean and quiet and there is good parking in the rear. We stayed 2 days , and when we came back the evening of first Christmas Day , the owners invited us to a delicious dinner amidst their family celebration. The celebration lasted into the night and we have experienced the true spirit of Christmas. We learned a lot about life in Chile and we found it hard to leave such friendly people! Vallenar is well located to discover the mountains to the east , an area called Alto Huasco. An unknown gem , but absolutely a part of Chile to discover. Coming back in the Hotel Esmeralda was always a warm experience . The breakfast is ample and varied . The beds are clean and good . The whole hotel is clean and organized.What else can we ask for! Greetings...
Read moreStayed for 4 nights. The positive. Friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast with left overs for sandwich for lunch. Very clean and tidy. Downside. Quite noisy. Usual dogs, buses next door at 06.00. Rooms are small and shower just acceptable. All rooms have toilet and shower. Bed was comfortable. WiFi is...
Read moreRooms are modest in size but the welcome is huge. Staff and owners very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Car parking can be a bit awkward but one always gets out!||Breakfast is great as are the staff.||Easy walking distance into town but Vallenar is really a place to...
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