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Hotel Puclaro

La Serena · Chile

Marcelo Olivares 133 Gualliguaica S N Valle Del ElView location

8.4/10Excellent66 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition8.4/108.4
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities7.4/107.4
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About Hotel Puclaro

With a stay at Hotel Puclaro in Vicuna, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Elqui Valley and Puclaro Dam. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Plaza de Vicuna and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Torre Bauer.

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and bicycles to rent. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.

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Located in Vicuña, Hotel Puclaro is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Elqui Valley and 9 minutes from Puclaro Dam. This hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Plaza de Vicuna and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Torre Bauer. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators No front desk LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD).

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • 24-hour pool access
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Elqui Valley 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Puclaro Dam 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Plaza de Vicuna 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Torre Bauer 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Immaculate Conception Church 13.6 km / 8.4 mi
Museo Entomológico y de Historia Natural 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Casa Solar de los Madariaga 14 km / 8.7 mi
Museo Gabriela Mistral 14.2 km / 8.8 mi
Capel Pisco Distillery 14.3 km / 8.9 mi
ABA Pisquera Distillery 18 km / 11.2 mi
Mamalluca Observatory 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Observatorio Comunal Cerro Mamalluca 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Valle del Elqui 23.9 km / 14.9 mi
Cerro Tololo Observatory 39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Organic Vineyard Cavas Del Valle 46.2 km / 28.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 12
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Meeting room
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
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  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Spa treatments
Upon availability

Room types

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  • TRIPLE LAKE VIEWTRIPLE • LAKE VIEWTPL.LK

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    Hotel Puclaro

    TRIPLE LAKE VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    LAKE VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.LK

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  • DOUBLE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • LAKE VIEWDBL.LK

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    Hotel Puclaro

    DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LAKE VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LK

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Cabin LAKE VIEWCabin • LAKE VIEWCAB.LK

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    Hotel Puclaro

    Cabin LAKE VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Cabin
    View / characteristic
    LAKE VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CAB.LK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Puclaro

8.4
Excellent
66 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
7.4 /10
20 reviews shown
2/10
Poor
25 Jul 2024
Patricio
Expedia shall regulate more these offerings . Limited heating and and healthy using kerosene inside the rooms . Total lack of service if you arrive after 8 pm. No towels and no WIFI in an area with very low internet celular service
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2023
Andrea
Exactly what we wanted - room for a group, private outdoor area, a beautiful view, and charming hosts
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2020
Johan

Highly recommended!

Beautiful and clean! Slept like a baby. It was offseason and I was the only one there so I can only speak for the room which comes highly recommended.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Dec 2019
Jordi

Great location for fans of SUP, kite-wind Surfers


Let’s put the positives first: there couldn’t be a more jovial, positively minded staff with enormous desire to be helpful.
The location is fabulous for SUP, kite and wind surfing fans, since the lake’s surface always stays flat, without a ripple. SUP fans have the ideal conditions in the morning hours, with the constant western wind will come up in the afternoon to the delight of surfers.
We are a “mature” couple and albeit we enjoyed the frat atmosphere, we missed a more ample room where we could walk without tripping over our suitcases, or a bathroom with sufficient room to sit down...
There’s no restaurant, or anything close to it. There’s communal kitchen, communal refrigerator, communal grill, etc. you are absolutely and completely on your own.
Must add that the current management making a sincere effort to improve the conditions. They provide astronomical sessions for the guests, beer tasting, etc. great folks.
One last observation: there’s no elevator, but a steep, rocky stairs for you to negotiate with your suitcases.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2019
Tamar

Wonderful Place to Relax and Have Fun!

We stayed at the Hotel Puclaro during our recent trip to Chile to view the eclipse, and had the best time! The hotel is situated in a gorgeous, natural area, and though we are not windsurfers (we can imagine how fabulous this hotel would be if we were) we loved how connected to the outdoors this hotel is. The rooms (called \"cubes\") are small like advertised but they were big enough for the two of us, and very clean and comfortable with excellent mattresses, luxurious pillows, 100% cotton sheets and gorgeous views of the lake below. We used the shared kitchen which was well organized and fully stocked with basics like coffee, tea, salt, oil, sugar, etc. and enjoyed connecting with other guests in the common areas. We also loved sitting in the hot tub at night and staring at the Milky Way and Southern Cross above. What a treat! The hotel was run by a lovely couple who made sure we had everything we needed, and we are grateful to them for providing us with such a comfortable and memorable stay during our trip. We definitely recommend this hotel if you are looking for an experience that gives you indoor comfort with full connection to the great outdoors. It's a great place to \"get away from it all.\"
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2019
Adam

Fantastic stay in the Elqui Valley

Amazing stay at hotel puclaro. This is a gem hidden near the best lake of chile to kite surf. The rooms are super cute, clean and have everything that you need. The vibe is awesome and staff super helpful. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Dec 2018
Nia

Lovely views

Lovely stay, shame it was only one night. Great hot tub also. Will come again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2018
Joan

Incredible amazing views!!

We happened upon this Gem of a location!! It sits on the side of a mountain with views of a most amazing Reservoir. You can lay on your bed and watch the kite surfers! The rooms are tiny but very clean. They are meant for only sleeping or resting. There is a delightful kitchen to prepare your own meals with a refrigerator and stove in a common kitchen. We are not kite surfers but they are wonderful to watch! Vicuna, Pisco, and vineyards are nestled in most valleys. The night sky and observatories are a must visit although happen late night early morning hours. Valle de Elqui is a beautiful place, Hotel Puclaro is a compliment to the area!!!! Never had a better view from my room!!!
2/10
Poor
18 Oct 2023
Manuel

NO VAYAN, publicidad engañosa y mala atención

NO VAYAN, no es un hotel 4 estrellas se acerca mas a un hostal de segunda, publicidad engañosa el embalse no tiene agua hace 5 años, no cumple con lo que promete el anuncio, no hay vista prometida, no hay servicio de hotel, no funciona la tinaja, el vehiculo lo tuvimos que dejar en la calle, mala recepción, sin seguridad, una escalera que no es apta para niños, personas mayores o con algun problema físico, los cubos (habitación) sin ventilecion y un olor insoportable, sin lugar para dejar bolsos o maletas baño diminuto y para coronar nuestra estadia el dia de salida comenzaron a molestar y presionar a las 9:00 AM y a las 10:30, Veronica me llamo para presionar mi salida siendo el check out a las 11:00 indicando que las mucamas estaban esperando para limpiar y eramos los unicos en el lugar, mala y una experiencia desagradable en todos los aspectos, NO VAYAN.
Partner
4/10
Poor
13 Feb 2023
Marcelo

Pésimo el hotel, no fue para nada grato hospedarse

Publicidad engañosa, el lugar no es como se muestra en Internet, hay que dejar el auto afuera (en la calle), no tiene estacionamiento privado como me habían dicho, es muy complicado llevar y traer las cosas entre el auto y el cubo, ya que hay que recorrer un tramo largo y subir y bajar escaleras muy peligrosas, en el cubo no hay aire acondicionado, tanto en el día como en la noche es muy caluroso, en la noche no pudimos dormir bien por el calor y los zancudos (muchos) que andaban. La relación precio calidad es pésima, por ningún motivo lo recomiendo
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Feb 2023
Rosemarie

Experiencia en un no hotel

Fue una experiencia distinta.
No era facil de encontar personas de la administración.
Como recomendación a quienes vayan al lugar.
Lleven Raid para arañas y mata zancudos.
Ya que al mover almohadas salieron un par de arañas.
Revisen las camas por seguridad.
Como es un espacio muy reducido quedan las camas pegadas a los muros.
Por lo demas es un lugar muy tranquilo y con buen ambiente entre huespedes.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2022
sergio
muy buena disposición del administrador, siempre disponible a solucionar y responder
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2022
Luis

hotel Puclaro Genial

muy buena experencia todo para descansar y desconectarse
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2022
Francisco

Extraordinario Lugar!

Muy buena experiencia! un lugar acogedor y vista privilegiada al embalse. Nos encantaron los Cubos y áreas comunes como la piscina, quincho, hot tub. También las noches entretenidas, en un espacio mágico con la exquisita comida de su Food Truck. Atención atención excepcional de Verónica y Carolina. Un lugar ideal para los amantes del windsurf.
Absolutamente recomendable!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2022
María José

Excelente lugar!

Excelente ubicación, atención y preocupación de sus dueñas ideal para ir a desconectarse nos encantaron los cubos, vista directa al embalse y en la noche el silencio y las estrellas que veíamos desde la ventana cenital del cubo le dan un toque muy mágico que solo se vive en Puclaro. Áreas comunes limpias, ordenadas y todo mantenido muy bien. Absolutamente recomendable y visitable en una nueva ocasión!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2022
Ricardo

Estacionamiento gratis (condicional)

Muy buen lugar , al lado de la playa y contiguo a bares y restorantes.
Estacionamiento gratis dice …pero son limitados si no hay cupo cuando llegues y deberás quedarte estacionado afuera. (Al menos yo lo dejé afuera y no pasó nada)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2022
Crisstina
Genial magico hermosos todo es una experiencia de desconecion lo ame
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2022
Pablo

Fantastico!!

Excelente experiencia, definitivamente un lugar magico, ideal para desconectar y recargar energías y Veronica su anfitriona muy amable, empatica, 100% recomendables.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Jan 2022
Romelio
El lugar es lindo, tranquilo y sencillo
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2022
Nicole

Nicole

Genial!!!! Muy atentos y las cabañas muy cómodas
Friends_and_family Family

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Hotel Puclaro
Marcelo Olivares 133 Gualliguaica S N Valle Del El, Vicuna, Chile

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