The southernmost city in Chile, Punta Arenas is also known as one of the most scenic. Located at the southern tip of the Patagonia region, vacationers have access to the Pacific Ocean as well as the Strait of Magellan, whether traveling by car, plane, or one of the popular cruises that visit the area in both winter and summer. Travelers will find a variety of quality Punta Arenas Chile hotels, ensuring that they have a comfortable and memorable stay in the city.

The atmosphere of Punta Arenas is friendly and charming, with many museums and monuments dedicated to preserving its culture and history. A favorite attraction is the Austral Brewery, founded in 1896, where visitors can take tours of the brewery and observe the brewing process. Cruise ships also travel through interesting waterways near Punta Arenas, making stops along the way at points of interest such as Hernando Magellan National Park and the National Isla Riesco Reserve. For travelers interested in the outdoors, there are plenty of Punta Arenas hotels that offer proximity to such scenic attractions.

Take a day trip to Puerto Natales and discover the scenic beauty of Torres del Paine National Park and its imposing rock formations. From Puerto Natales you will also see the Southern Ice Field Glaciers, and during the winter, the snowcapped Mount Fenton provides ideal conditions for skiing.

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For an added adventure to your vacation package to Punta Arenas, rent a car once you've arrived in the city and drive along the Carretera Austral Highway crossing into Argentina for a day of sightseeing. Patagonia is an unforgettable destination and one that's well worth including on a Chile vacation.

Choosing Punta Arenas lodging for your vacation stay depends on the type of accommodation that will best suit your travel needs. There are many Punta Arenas Chile hotels to choose from that accommodate both tourist and business travelers, including local hostels, mid-range three- and four-star accommodations, and luxury hotels.

A premier luxury hotel in Punta Arenas is the Hotel Jose Nogueira, built in 1890 as a mansion and now restored into exclusive high-end accommodations. The hotel has 23 rooms providing cable, a refrigerator and bar, internet, room service, laundry service, and meeting rooms for business travelers. The king of Spain used the hotel as his place of residence while visiting the city in 2004.

Another old mansion remodeled into a quality hotel in Punta Arenas is the exquisite Hotel Isla Rey Jorge. Located a block from the main square, the comfortable English style décor exudes a welcoming atmosphere. Rooms provide a combination fridge and bar, room service, a safety box for valuables, bar lounge, and an exceptional restaurant.

If you're interested in the mountains, a quality hotel in Punta Arenas with an Alpine motif is the Hotel Finis Terrae. Vacationers will find excellent accommodations and panoramic views of the Strait of Magellan from the hotel's restaurant, which is located on the sixth floor. If you're an urban traveler, Additional four-star Punta Arenas hotels located near the city's main square include the Hotel Cabo de Hornos (pictured) and Hotel Los Navegantes.

For those seeking mid-range lodging, several three-star Punta Arenas Chile hotels are found in the city as well, including the Hotel Plaza, Hotel Tierra del Fuego, Hotel Savoy, Hotel Plaza, Hotel Chalet Chapita, and Hotel Carpa Manzano. Each hotel provides its own unique services, typically including excellent accommodations and private baths. In-room amenities usually include phone, internet, laundry service, continental breakfast, an on-site restaurant or coffee house, and a combination refrigerator and bar.

When making hotel reservations, check with the concierge at local Punta Arenas hotels to find out if services are available for arranging wildlife or eco tours, transportation, or guided tours of the area and its attractions. It's often possible to find vacation packages that bundle services such as accommodations and transportation with activities, ensuring that you can do much of the planning ahead of time and simply relax once your vacation in Chile begins.