Nayara Alto Atacama

Fine Hotels + ResortsHotelsCentral & South AmericaChileSan Pedro de Atacama

30 Apr

San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

A desert oasis of discovery

Hidden in a lush oasis just outside San Pedro de Atacama, Nayara Alto Atacama is a rare gem in the world’s driest desert. Nestled in the Catarpe Valley and embraced by the terracotta hills of the Salt Mountains, this luxury lodge is deeply connected to its surroundings – physically, culturally and spiritually.

At 2,500m above sea level, Nayara Alto Atacama invites guests to disconnect and reconnect with nature and local traditions. Designed in harmony with the landscape, the adobe-inspired architecture blends seamlessly into the desert, while the interiors reflect indigenous design with handcrafted details, earth tones and locally sourced materials.

From the moment of arrival, the experience is immersive. Expert guides lead adventurous explorations of desert's salt flats, geysers, volcanoes and high-altitude lagoons. Days can begin with sunrise over the Tatio Geysers and end with stargazing under some of the clearest skies on Earth at the hotel’s private observatory. Between adventures, guests relax at Puri Spa, soak in mineral-rich baths, or savour dishes inspired by the Atacameño heritage at Ckelar Restaurant

Stand-out Experience:

Andean Astronomy Under the Desert Sky

Wander with the exclusive access to our on-site observatory, where local guides blend scientific insight with ancient Andean cosmology. This stargazing session under the unpolluted Atacama skies is more than a spectacle – it’s a spiritual experience, connecting you to the wisdom of the cosmos through ancestral storytelling and constellation mapping.