Tierra Chiloé
About 1,100 kilometers south of the Chilean capital Santiago, you will find Chiloé's island world, one of the last untouched natural paradises on Earth. Lush flower meadows meet dramatic cliffs, wide Pacific beaches blend with wild forest areas – it's no wonder that numerous legends and myths surround the second-largest island in the country. Amidst this breathtaking scenery, between roaring waves and gentle hills, you will find your accommodation on the Rilan Peninsula. The modern, minimalist architecture of Tierra Chiloé, built on stilts, harmoniously blends into the coastal landscape with its fjords, lagoons, and cliffs. Local traditions are also reflected in the kitchen of the in-house restaurant and in the Uma Spa, with treatments based on nature.
Details
Country
Chile
Location
Chiloé
Price
from 445€ per night
Best travel time
December - March
Rooms
Contemporary design and authentic island flair go hand in hand in the tastefully designed suites and rooms of Tierra Chiloé. Completely lined with cypress wood floors and furnished with handmade wooden furniture and lampshades, the cozy and pleasantly spacious accommodations create the perfect illusion of a snug cocoon – movie-worthy: the view of mountains and sea through the huge panoramic windows. Here, you can spend hours watching the clouds drifting over the Pacific or getting lost in the rich colors of the sunrises and sunsets. Equally relaxing is a long soak in the bathtub. Practical connecting rooms are available for families.
Culinary
The Chiloé fishing tradition is reflected in the diverse menu of the in-house restaurant. In addition to fresh mussels, salmon, and coley, you can also discover exotic delicacies like sea urchins or the typical island dish Curanto, a steamed mix of various meats and fish, mussels, potatoes, and vegetables. The omnipresent sea view is, of course, included. The inviting bar also pampers you with local specialties: Taste a drink made from Chilean pisco and honey sourced from the island, or cozy up with a glass of wine by the fireplace.
Activities
Whether on foot, by mountain bike, on horseback, or in a kayak – the untouched nature of Chiloé is best enjoyed actively. Book guided trekking tours directly at the hotel or set out on your own through dense forests and fertile river landscapes or along the impressive coastal route. Observe penguin colonies in Chiloé National Park or explore the surrounding islands by sailboat. If you long for an extra portion of peace and relaxation, the Uma Spa with indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpool, sauna, hamam, and a wide range of nature-based wellness treatments provides ideal conditions.
Location
On a hill between the Pacific Ocean and wetlands marked by lagoons and fjords, Tierra Chiloé greets you on the Rilan Peninsula, about 19 kilometers from Castro. With its colorful, stilt-built fishermen's huts and its sunny yellow-painted Jesuit church, the island capital is definitely worth a visit. Another worthwhile excursion destination is the northern Chiloé National Park with its dune-lined Pacific beaches, primeval forests, and river landscapes often shrouded in spherical fog clouds. Aeródromo Gamboa Airport is about 21 kilometers away.
