Hotel Palacio Astoreca, a Relais & Châteaux member, is located at the heart of the historical district of Valparaiso. The Victorian-style mansion was carefully restored, offering a top-cuisine restaurant, a unique SPA and a magnificent view over the bay.
Hotel Palacio Astoreca was selected by Condé Nast Traveler for the HOT LIST 2013 Editors’ Pick of the world’s best NEW hotels and it is member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association. ROOMS & SUITES From the room, you can see the Pacific Ocean and the port, as well as the characteristic hills of Valparaiso, with colourful houses during the day and thousands of lights by night.
ALEGRE RESTAURANT The creative cuisine is developped by Sergio Barroso, a talented Spanish chef, who has worked at Ferran Adria´s “El Bulli” restaurant, also worked with distinguished chef Denis Martin in Vevey (Switzerland), as well as at the Montecarlo Beach Hotel (Monaco). In Valparaiso, he is dedicated to create original cuisine of the highest quality, based on local products. Recently, Condé Nast Traveler selected its Macaroons as part of the HOT LIST 2013 for Best Perks, Extras and Amenities. WINE CELLAR Hotel Palacio Astoreca has selected wines for you from the most exclusive vineyards in Chile and also from other South American countries. The wines were selected seeking originality and creativity. Discover them at the wine cellar, at the terrace o while pairing them with delicious dishes from the chef.
There will often be live jazz or a solo pianist for you to enjoy as well.
SPA In the massage suite, the therapists will pamper you with the most effective and sophisticated treatments you have ever imagined. You will feel restored and refreshed, through a reaffirmation of the rhythm and harmony between mind, body, and soul.
The terrace of Hotel Palacio Astoreca provides a spectacular view of Valparaiso bay with its boats, ships and cruises. It is an ideal place to have lunch or simply a cup of tea with “home-made” macaroons or enjoy a cocktail while watching the sunset.
A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE Valparaiso is located 120 km (86 mi) from Santiago. As the cultural capital of Chile, Valparaiso is a city like no other. It is a port city that was very important prior to the construction of the Panama Canal. Many of its buildings still bear witness to its European influence and testify to the former grandeur of this southern port. UNESCO has classified Valparaiso as a World Heritage Site, owing to its legendary cable cars that connect the harbour to the hills, among other features. The “El Peral” cable car, for instance, provides the guests with convenient access to Sotomayor Square, near the port. The hotel is located in Cerro Alegre, specifically next to Paseo Yugoslavo, where the Fine Arts Museum (former Baburizza Palace) is located. Next to Cerro Alegre, there is Cerro Concepcion. In both hills you find excellent restaurants such as Pasta e Vino (Pasta), Malandrino (Pizzeria), Samsara (Thai) or Le Filou de Montpellier (French). Next to Valparaiso, there is the sister-city of Viña del Mar, which was founded as a beach town for wealthy “Porteños” back in the late 19th century. There are still some palaces dating from the Belle Epoque period, witness of those times. Viña del Mar offers parks and beaches, and heading north throught the coastal road you find sea lions, seagulls, pelicans and seafood restaurants.
Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM ROOMS & SUITES The Hotel has 23 rooms with original decor, combining the comforts of modernity with old time charm. There are five different categories, with floor plans ranging from 20 to 40 m2. From your room, you can see the Pacific Ocean and the port, with its ships scattered around the bay, as well as the characteristic and spectacular hills, with colourful homes during the day and thousands of lights by night. The rooms provide all the amenities necessary for an enjoyable stay. There is also a video library available, featuring Chilean and international films in several languages. All rooms feature a telephone, 32″ Flat screen with Satellite TV, safe, independent heating, hairdryer, assorted bathrobes and slippers, minibar, free Wifi Internet access and Room service 40 m2 (431 ft2) suite with king size bed. 35 to 40 m2 (377 to 431 ft2) suite with a large doube bed. 20 to 25 m2 (215 to 269 ft2) with a King-size bed. 20 to 25 m2 (215 to 269 ft2) with a King-size bed.
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Highlights
Book in advance New Year’s Eve three nights program
The suites on the third floor will enchant with their amazing views
The Junior Suite and Deluxe Suites are the first ones to be booked
The signature cuisine by chef Sergio Barroso using local products
Valparaiso is an all-year-round destination
Watch the New Year’s fireworks show over the bay from the terrace.
The hotel has 23 rooms and suites with an original décor, combining the comforts of modernity with old time charm. There are five different categories from Standard to Suite Deluxe, with floor plans ranging from 20 to 40 m2 (215 to 430 ft2).
Alegre Restaurant at Hotel Palacio Astoreca is a place to share and enjoy the finest cuisine and exceptional wines. Its philosophy is to take advantage of local products while allowing the chef to transform them as he wishes.
PIANO LOUNGE BAR
With its contemporary décor, the piano lounge bar is the perfect place to enjoy a pisco sour or a pure malt whisky, seated comfortably by the fire, in a warm, cosy environment.
The Spa of Hotel Palacio Astoreca is a pleasure for the senses. It is an elegant space, with walls and floors in dark slate, featuring a covered pool, a hammam (Turkish steam bath), a massage room and a hot tub heated with firewood. It is a magical, cosy place to relax or get a massage.
THE TERRACESuite Deluxe
Independent bathtub in the room
Work desk
Lounge
Balcony
Exclusive ocean viewJunior Suite
Work desk
Lounge with a sofa bed
Ocean view or city viewPremium Room
Work desk
Bathtub or shower
Ocean view or city viewStandard Room
Bathtub or shower
At first floor, reduced view.