20 Hotels in Chile Awarded MICHELIN Keys

The MICHELIN Guide has released its 2026 hotel selection: 20 hotels in Chile have been awarded one, two or three MICHELIN Keys. Considered the hotel equivalent of the renowned MICHELIN Stars for restaurants, the distinction recognizes properties that stand out for aspects such as their individual character, design, service and exceptional guest experience.

The awarded hotels are located across some of Chile’s most important travel destinations, from the Atacama Desert and Rapa Nui to Santiago, Chile’s wine country and the far south.

TORRES DEL PAINE & PUERTO NATALES

The highest distinction of three MICHELIN Keys was awarded to Awasi Patagonia and Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa. Both combine an exceptional location near Torres del Paine National Park with high-end hospitality and immersive nature experiences. Explora Torres del Paine received two Keys. In Puerto Natales, The Singular Patagonia, combining historic architecture with modern luxury and a spectacular location on the fjord, was also awarded two MICHELIN Keys.






SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

Three of the awarded hotels are located in the Atacama Desert: Nayara Alto Atacama, Awasi Atacama and Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa each received two MICHELIN Keys. Explora Atacama, known for combining a lodge stay with guided explorations of the surrounding desert landscapes, was awarded one Key.








SANTIAGO & WINE COUNTRY

Chile’s capital is also well represented: The Singular Santiago, Hotel Magnolia, The Ritz-Carlton Santiago and Mandarin Oriental Santiago each received one MICHELIN Key, ranging from boutique properties in the historic city center to international luxury hotels. In Chile’s wine country south of Santiago, VIK Chile, known for its striking architecture, art and wine, received two Keys. Hotel Casa Real, located on the historic Viña Santa Rita estate, was awarded one Key.

CHILOÉ, PUERTO VARAS & THE LAKE DISTRICT

On Chiloé, Refugia Chiloé received two Keys. Inspired by the surrounding landscape and local architecture, the contemporary hotel offers ocean views and opportunities to explore the archipelago. Hotel AWA near Puerto Varas and the nature-focused Futangue Hotel & Spa were each awarded one MICHELIN Key. andBeyond Vira Vira near Pucón also received one Key. The hacienda combines nature experiences in Chile’s Lake District with high-quality cuisine and individually tailored activities.

ELQUI VALLEY

In the Elqui Valley, Casa Molle, a small resort surrounded by the green landscapes near Vicuña, was awarded two MICHELIN Keys.

RAPA NUI

With two MICHELIN Keys, Explora Rapa Nui ranks among the island’s distinguished properties. The hotel combines its secluded location with an extensive selection of guided explorations of Rapa Nui’s archaeological and cultural sites.

The selection highlights the diversity of Chile’s high-end hospitality, ranging from spectacular lodges surrounded by nature to boutique hotels, wine retreats and elegant city properties.