San Pedro de Atacama

Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa twinkles as brightly as the stars that light the skies above it by night: the hotel’s considerable charms include dazzling astrological – and other – adventures. — Mr & Mrs Smith

The hotel delivers the best service and amenities of any lodging in northern Chile—and it makes a statement while doing so, housed in a sleek, modern building that has won architectural awards. — Fodor's

A kilometer or so south of town, the Awasi is one of the finer upscale choices in the area. — Lonely Planet

This adobe-walled dwelling has comfortable rooms and a cheery central courtyard dotted with islands of desert shrubbery. — Fodor's

Terrantai is a real gem combining the historical and modern...indigenous designs, a tasteful small swimming pool to respect the scarcity of water, and a laid-back atmosphere. — Fodor's

Just off the main drag, this strip hotel has super-clean rooms with big closets, colorful bedspreads and straw-covered front patios. — Lonely Planet

Right on San Pedro's main drag, Puritama has tidy, simply furnished rooms, though some are a touch on the small side. — Lonely Planet

A popular catch-all outfit with decent campsites, plain budget rooms and spotless midrange accommodations set around a sprawling flowery garden with a swimming pool. — Lonely Planet

Sitting right in the middle of the Caracoles strip, front rooms at this family-run place may be a bit noisy for some. They're definitely cute, though, with pleasing touches like wooden floorboards. — Lonely Planet

A great location just off Caracoles, a range of reasonable-sized rooms, crisp sheets and decent beds make this a good if unexciting choice. — Lonely Planet

Solid midrange option a hop and a skip from town, with well-appointed heated rooms and a handful of cabins with kitchenettes. — Lonely Planet

Thatched roofs and adobe walls characterize the carpeted rooms at this lovely hostel. — Lonely Planet

This is a laid-back hostel with rooms around a couple of sociable, hammock-strung patios with plentiful seating. — Lonely Planet

Has the look and feel of a pueblo: a labyrinth of walkways lead you from room to room, which are each constructed with typical mud-colored adobe and adorned with private terraces. — Fodor's

This stylish spot practices local traditions: Its one-story buildings are clad in rough-hewn local stone and its water is drawn from a well. — Condé Nast Traveler

A good budget alternative, Hotel Tambillo has simple, rather drab rooms along a long, outdoor walkway. — Fodor's

You won't find any trimmings at this last resort kind of place, recommended if all else fails. Rooms with private bathroom include breakfast, and there's a laundry service. — Lonely Planet