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1. Hotel Pacific Suites Tocopilla

Hotel Pacific Suites Tocopilla
3.0 star property
Tocopilla
$61 nightly
The price is $61
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Hotel Pacific Suites Tocopilla
Pool

2. Park Hotel Calama

Park Hotel Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (331 reviews)
"We left early so missed the breakfast but we did have an excellent buffet dinner. "
Australia
Julie
$71 nightly
The price is $71
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Park Hotel Calama
Restaurant

3. Geotel Calama

Geotel Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (235 reviews)
"This hotel is very budgeted and super clean, so amazing "
United States
Yuk Ping
$73 nightly
The price is $73
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Geotel Calama
Terrace/patio

4. Hotel Agua del Desierto

Hotel Agua del Desierto
3.5 star property
Calama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, were able to accommodate a quick breakfast for a super early check out!"
United States
Camille Erika
$75 nightly
The price is $75
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Hotel Agua del Desierto
Property entrance

5. Hotel Modular Express Calama

Hotel Modular Express Calama
2.5 star property
Calama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (69 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
Norway
Terje
$66 nightly
The price is $66
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Hotel Modular Express Calama
Interior

6. Diego de Almagro Calama Express

Diego de Almagro Calama Express
3.0 star property
Calama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (56 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
Ping
$95 nightly
The price is $95
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Diego de Almagro Calama Express
Seasonal outdoor pool

7. 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, (96 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel with great staff."
Australia
Chiranjeev Singh
$110 nightly
The price is $110
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Hotel Diego de Almagro Alto el Loa
Exterior

8. ibis budget Calama

ibis budget Calama
2.5 star property
Calama
7.6 out of 10, Good, (240 reviews)
"Thank you, nice staying "
United States
Eduard
$43 nightly
The price is $43
Aug 28 - Aug 29
ibis budget Calama
Exterior

9. ibis Calama

ibis Calama
3.5 star property
Calama
6.8 out of 10, (107 reviews)
"Very good location, and excellent breakfast with a lots variety "
Canada
wen
$54 nightly
The price is $54
Aug 29 - Aug 30
ibis Calama
Exterior detail

10. Diego De Almagro Calama

Diego De Almagro Calama
3.0 star property
Calama
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39 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
$115 nightly
The price is $115
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Diego De Almagro Calama
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Top María Elena Hotel Reviews

Geotel Calama

Geotel Calama

10/10 Excellent
"Only there for less than 24 hours but we were given a lovely welcome drink, rooms wee spacious and comfortable beds. Really helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast"
Gordon 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Geotel Calama

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ibis budget Calama

ibis budget Calama

Calle Nueva 2 Calama
$43 nightly
The price is $43 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
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Aug 28 - Aug 29

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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How much is the nightly rate at a María Elena hotel?
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