Awasi
Awasi is a secluded oasis in the midst of the dramatic and beautiful Atacama Desert — a spectacular base for exploring the desert’s otherworldly environs. Relax in one of eight cottages made of adobe, wood and stone; each features a private patio, alpaca blankets, rustic custom-built furniture and abundant open space. Each room is assigned a 4x4 Jeep and a private professional guide to accompany you on all-inclusive outings to the area’s volcanoes, ponds and dry salt lakes. Return to delicious fare in the hotel restaurant, which features local foods such as quinoa and purple potatoes.
Awasi is located within the town of San Pedro de Atacama, a few blocks away from the town square, the old Church and the Museum. This allows guests to experience what life used to be, and still is, in the millennial Atacama oasis. The Awasi property is surrounded by a historic wall. A small street called Tocopilla separates part of the installations. Within the walls are the restaurant, bar, pool and living-room, as well as five circular rooms with spacious private patios and solariums. Crossing Tocopilla is the reception area and, skirting a large patio, there are three rectangular rooms. In order to assure the comfort and privacy of guests, Awasi has 8 cottages, each at least 500 square feet with a private patio and outdoor shower.
During the day the thatched roofs let warm sunlight filter through. The pool with comfortable deck chairs invites you to enjoy the Atacama sun and a relaxing space. At sundown the fire is lit and a bar under the stars celebrates your stay with exquisite delicacies that go down well after a day full of nature. At night, the dim lights allow you to marvel at the superb skies of Atacama. All this together with diligent service that seeks to let you enjoy the essence of each moment.
Restaurant, for the exclusive use of guests, guarantees privacy. Awasi's team of dedicated professionals, together with chef, have designed a sophisticated menu: fusion of Altiplano and international food, giving you a taste of new flavors and aromas using typical ingredients of the area which are part of the staples used by the native peoples: purple potatoes, patasca (a stew made with tripe, veal, potatoes, stewed corn and peppers), quinoa, or chañar (a meaty, sweet fruit from the Chilean chañar or palo verde tree). Wake up every morning to home-made delights and be charmed during the day and night with a menu customized to your personal taste and needs.
Awasi's excursions are as extensive and varied as the unbelievable natural and cultural surroundings. Each cottage is assigned a personal guide and vehicle, allowing guests to choose what is most attractive to them without having to adjust to the pace or preference of others.
In order to operate outings with comfort and security, Awasi has a modern fleet of 4WD vehicles equipped with both communication and GPS systems, which allow us to reach places not accessible to most of the tourists who visit San Pedro de Atacama.
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