We planned to stay at another hotel in San Pedro, but booked Awasi based on the recommendation of our travel agent. The hotel and our fantastic guide, Mabel, made this an experience that was not to be believed. The food.... the people.... the location.. We had one of the smaller rooms and it was wonderful!

Mabel picked us up at the airport and spent the next 3 days taking us to the most fabulous and surreal places in nearby Atacama - the Salt Flats, Moon Valley, Hot Springs. All spots on the Atacama must do list, but the special, secluded spots known to the Awasi guides are amazing.

Each night we sampled local cuisine (and Pisco Sours) prepared with such care. The food was amazing and beautiful. After each day of hiking, we looked forward to dinner back at the hotel. An incredible picnic was prepared for our full day tour.

There are so many places to see that we rarely think we'd want to go somewhere twice. Both of us said that Awasi was the first. Before we got back to the airport, we were planning our next visit!

Having visited Awasi, I am forever tainted. No hotel will ever live up to the fabulous experience of staying at this gem in the desert. From the impeccable service to the delicious food, perfectly appointed rooms, stylish decor and FANTASTIC company, everything about our stay was divine. Awasi is truly a world-class property.

My wife and I had initially leaned toward going to the Alto Atacama in San Pedro. However, we decided to go to Awasi instead. Two important distinctions for us included proximity from town and the overall numbers of guests. Awasi is located in San Pedro de Atacama, so it was an easy five minute walk to Caracoles street (the main street in town for tourists). Alto Atacama is a fifteen minute drive from town that includes crossing a river bed. Our guide informed us that if the river is high, it is more difficult to cross and includes additional charges for Alto Atacama guests to reach town.

Awasi has only 8 rooms available, so it is a more intimate setting - no large groups of loud tourists to contend with, especially during meal times. We also had the pool to ourselves. After group accommodations and travel at the Eco Camp in Patagonia, it was a nice change to go on excursions with just our guide. We could change plans as we pleased. Our guide, Patricio, was excellent, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to travel with. He would bring wine and cheese to conclude an excursion on site as the sun set. It was decadent.

We could not conclude our review of Awasi without mentioning Eduardo. He, and because of him we imagine, all of the staff were exceptionally attentive. Within five minutes of settling near one of the fireplaces or inside a dining area, waitstaff if not Eduardo himself would approach to ask if we wanted anything. The quality of food was exceptional, and the best that we had throughout our two week trip in Chile.

The overall atmosphere at Awasi was very relaxing and welcoming. We could not recommend it more highly.

We stayed 4 nights in august, 2011. I have taken so long to write this, and for that I am sorry. Awasi was by far the finest vacation I have ever had.
This was not just a hotel, it was an experience. Our every need was taken care of, the answer was always "Of course"

Room 3 was huge, amazing and so romantic. The food was the best we had eaten in Chile.

I think the greatest asset Awasi has though, is their guide Jorge.
Jorge, you were amazing, you are a national treasure. I had never heard of the Atacama Desert a year ago, and now it is my favorite place on earth. Jorge made every minute count, we were exhausted but so pleased. The stargazing with champange was a highlight, as was riding with Bernardo through the Valley of the Dead on horseback. Jorge has secerts places in the desert that he shared with us...The cave was surreal..Summiting Toco Hill at 18K feet was a true feat..Thank You Jorge, we will always hold a place in our hearts for you, and your desert.

The staff, all of you, went above and beyond in taking care of us. We were with friends, and their 2 young children, and they even had amazing adventures for the kids.

I was truely impressed, and am beyond excited to visit your hotel in Patagonia when it has been completed. Thank You to all of you at Awasi