Location
The city hotel is located by the main entrance to Viña del Mar, close to the renowned Caleta Abarca beach, and overlooking the bay of Valparaiso and the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. The bars and restaurants of Av. San Martin are a 5-minute drive from the beach hotel, Marina Arauco shopping centre is around a 10-minute drive and the Portillo ski resort is roughly 2 hours by public transport. There are links to the public transport network a 5-minute walk from the hotel, Miramar metro station is 10 minutes on foot and the Rodoviario bus station is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Facilities
142 rooms and 3 suites are available to guests in an 8-storey main building and a 142-storey auxiliary building. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities and a lift. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
No matter the wather, guests can always find refreshment in one of the 2 indoor and outdoor pools. A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include a kids' club and a casino.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café and a bar. Guests can indulge their palates at the non-smoking restaurant, which features air conditioning and a separate area for smokers. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast buffet gives guests many delicious reasons to get out of bed in the morning. At lunch and dinner, there are plenty of tempting options at the buffet or à la carte. Lunch is also served as a set menu. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.