$1755—Chile's Atacama Desert: 5-star oasis for 2, $1200 off

Why We Love This Deal
"Dramatic." "Other-worldly." "A geologic wonderland": all words you can use to describe Chile's Atacama Desert. This 600-mile stretch of volcanoes, canyons, geysers, dunes and lagoons is an adventurer's delight. Not to mention, it's home to some of the best stargazing on the planet.
At the heart of it all sits the 5-star Nayara Alto Atacama. Travelzoo Members and staff can't say enough good things about their experience at the resort. Save around $1200 on 3-night stays with this deal that includes breakfast and airport transfers.
What's Included
- Two guests stay 3 nights, May 9–Sept. 30, 2025
- $1755 … Catarpe Room—these accommodations feature private terraces with views of the Catarpe Valley and the Salt Mountain Range; and a minibar with complimentary beverages
- $1999 … Tilo Suite—these upgraded rooms come with an outdoor shower in addition to a private terrace with unobstructed views of the Salt Mountain Range and the Andes
- Peak-winter stays from October 2025–March 2026 (Chile's summer) are available starting at $2629 for 3 nights
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Signature amenities:
- Daily breakfast for two
- Roundtrip airport transfers from/to El Loa Airport (CJC)
- Not available: Dec. 19–Jan. 6
- Prices are per room, not per person
- Travelzoo tip: Expand your trip with a 5-star stay at Nayara Hangaroa and discover the mysteries of Chile's Easter Island. To get there, connect through El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago. Flights to Easter Island are limited and typically depart before noon, so travelers are advised to do an overnight stay in Santiago. From there, connect to Mataveri International Airport (IPC) on Easter Island, which is a five-minute drive to the resort
More Reasons to Go
- Condé Nast Traveler readers deemed it one of the best resorts in South America (2024). Our deal expert recounts her own journey to this desert oasis in the Travelzoo blog
- It has its own open-air observatory and telescope—making for a truly breathtaking experience at night
- Sign up for the resort's unique excursions (fees may apply). Explore rugged canyons and bubbling geysers. Spot wild flamingos sunbathing in rust-colored salt flats. Or bike your way through spectacular gorges
- Fun fact: The Atacama Desert resembles Mars so much, NASA tests its rovers here
About the Getaway
To reach Nayara Alto Atacama, travelers will connect through Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama. From there, it's an hour-and-15-minute drive to the resort. Airport transfers are included in this deal. Contact the hotel directly to arrange pickup.