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Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel Diego de Almagro Alto el Loa

Hotel Diego de Almagro Alto el Loa
3.0 star property
Calama
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (89 reviews)
"The front desk was friendly and accommodating for my mom in a wheelchair. Parking was easy and accessible. Property is clean but dated. Comfortable for one night."
United States
Tracy
$105 nightly
The price is $105
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Hotel Diego de Almagro Alto el Loa
Interior

Diego de Almagro Calama Express

Diego de Almagro Calama Express
3.0 star property
Calama
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (52 reviews)
"Excellent service "
United States
fernando
$95 nightly
The price is $95
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Diego de Almagro Calama Express
Terrace/patio

Hotel Agua del Desierto

Hotel Agua del Desierto
3.5 star property
Calama
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (90 reviews)
"Clean and spotless, great staff, parking, recommend this Hotel "
Canada
Joe
$75 nightly
The price is $75
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Hotel Agua del Desierto
Pool

Park Hotel Calama

Park Hotel Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (319 reviews)
"Good room, restaurant and staff "
Australia
Peta
$71 nightly
The price is $71
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Park Hotel Calama
Restaurant

Geotel Calama

Geotel Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"very comfy"
United States
andres matheus
$70 nightly
The price is $70
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Geotel Calama
Exterior

ibis budget Calama

ibis budget Calama
2.5 star property
Calama
7.6 out of 10, Good, (233 reviews)
"Thank you, nice staying "
United States
Eduard
$38 nightly
The price is $38
Apr 4 - Apr 5
ibis budget Calama
Bar (on property)

ibis Calama

ibis Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
6.8 out of 10, (104 reviews)
"Very good location, and excellent breakfast with a lots variety "
Canada
wen
$47 nightly
The price is $47
Apr 5 - Apr 6
ibis Calama
Property entrance

Hotel Modular Express Calama

Hotel Modular Express Calama
2.5 star property
Calama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (63 reviews)
"A clean and warm room"
Australia
Francois
$53 nightly
The price is $53
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Modular Express Calama
Exterior detail

Diego De Almagro Calama

Diego De Almagro Calama
3.0 star property
Calama
7.8 out of 10, Good, (38 reviews)
"Front desk staff was really helpful and friendly. However, the restaurant was outdated and so were the rooms. Not a great location also."
United States
Shashank
$120 nightly
The price is $120
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Diego De Almagro Calama
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Top María Elena Hotel Reviews

Park Hotel Calama

Park Hotel Calama

6/10 Okay
"No airport shuttle."
Conin 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Park Hotel Calama

More cheap stays in María Elena

ibis budget Calama

ibis budget Calama

Calle Nueva 2 Calama
$38 nightly
The price is $38 total per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
$38 total
Apr 4 - Apr 5
7.6/10 Good! (233 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to María Elena?
The best time to visit María Elena is generally during the spring (September to November) or autumn (March to May) when the temperatures are most pleasant for exploring the Atacama Desert.

During these shoulder seasons, you'll experience comfortable daytime temperatures, typically ranging from 60°F to 80°F (15°C to 27°C), making it ideal for outdoor activities and tours of the Humberstone and Santa Laura Saltpeter Works. The desert air is usually dry and clear, offering excellent visibility for stargazing, a popular activity in the Atacama region.

While María Elena can be visited year-round, summer (December to February) can bring scorching temperatures, often exceeding 90°F (32°C), which can be intense for some travelers.
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