Downtown Santiago Travel Guide

Santiago

A historic building with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue pool.
A historic brick building with ivy-covered walls and a wrought iron gate.
A crowded park with people walking, trees, and a market stall.
A cannon in a public square with a city skyline in the background.
A park with trees, benches, and a statue in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Santiago attractions

A cityscape with historic buildings, a modern skyscraper, and a clear blue sky.

Plaza de Armas

8.4/10 (1,243 reviews)
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
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Things to do

Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting

Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting

Rp988.130
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

Rp1.006.096
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience

Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience

Rp664.742
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience
Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago

Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago

Rp197.626
per adult
Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago
Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro

Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro

Rp880.334
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro
Santiago: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Cable Car Ticket

Santiago: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Cable Car Ticket

Rp1.203.722
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Cable Car Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Santiago

Hotel Plaza San Francisco

Hotel Plaza San Francisco

4 out of 5
Alameda 816 Santiago Region Metropolitana
The price is Rp2.700.860 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.700.860
Rp2.700.860 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this spa hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful classic hotel in the historic downtown of Santiago.Great amenities,beautiful bar area and a bountiful breakfast included.We had a very large room on the 3rd floor which stepped out onto a patio,allowing us to check the weather and also to enjoy some fresh air."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hotel Plaza San Francisco
Le Méridien Santiago

Le Méridien Santiago

4 out of 5
Av. Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 136 Santiago Region Metropolitana
The price is Rp1.820.727 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
Rp1.820.727
Rp1.820.727 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and Costanera Center are ...
Le Méridien Santiago
Nest Paris-Londres

Nest Paris-Londres

3 out of 5
50 Londres Santiago
The price is Rp1.030.969 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
Rp1.030.969
Rp1.030.969 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Stay at this apartment in Santiago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and Costanera Center are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Nest Paris-Londres
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299 Santiago Region Metropolitana
The price is Rp3.982.236 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
Rp3.982.236
Rp3.982.236 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
The Singular Santiago

The Singular Santiago

5 out of 5
Merced 294 Santiago Region Metropolitana
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.146.210 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp4.146.210
Rp4.146.210 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (784 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a good location with magnificent staff."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

The Singular Santiago
Mercure Santiago Centro

Mercure Santiago Centro

4 out of 5
Av. Libertador Bernardo O Higgins, 632 Santiago Region Metropolitana
The price is Rp1.448.289 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.448.289
Rp1.448.289 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"The location was great, very walkable to restaurants, the subway, a nice park and shopping. The rooms were average"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Mercure Santiago Centro
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Where to stay in Downtown Santiago

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A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, surrounded by mountains and residential areas.

Providencia

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Gran Torre Costanera are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Pedro de Valdivia Station or Los Leones Station to see more of the city.

A city park with a fountain, trees, and modern buildings in the background.

Las Condes

Cafes, shopping and mountain views highlight some notable features of Las Condes. Make a stop by Alto Las Condes or Parque Arauco Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hernando de Magallanes Station or Manquehue Station to get around town.

A historic building with a yellow facade, palm trees, and a staircase leading up to it.

Lastarria

Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in town.

A park with a pathway, benches, trees, and a sculpture of people on bicycles.

Vitacura

Vitacura is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Santiago Metropolitan Park or CasaPiedra Event and Conference Center.

A dessert with a cherry on top, a chocolate piece, and a strawberry on a white plate.
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El Golf

Spend some time visiting places like Los Leones Golf Club while getting to know El Golf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at El Golf Station or Alcantara Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Santiago Travel Guide