Luxury and sustainability: 12 hotels that define Chile

From the driest desert on Earth to the rainforests of Patagonia, a new generation of hotels demonstrates that it is possible to combine exclusivity with sustainability. Architecture that blends seamlessly with the landscape, renewable energy, locally sourced cuisine, and conservation programs are all part of a trend in which Chile has become a global leader. These high-end accommodations prove that traveling with comfort and responsibility is not only compatible, but also shapes the future of tourism.

VIK CHILE - O'Higgins Region (Millahue Valley)

Vik Chile, with its sculptural metal roof, overlooks an amphitheater of hills, vineyards, and reflecting pools. Next door, the winery designed by Chilean architect Smiljan Radie is a manifesto of sustainable architecture: it integrates seamlessly into the landscape and utilizes a large water feature that helps regulate the temperature of the underground cellars, reducing energy consumption. Vik Chile also states that its winemaking operation runs on 100% renewable energy. The experience is further enhanced by Puro Vik, a collection of glass bungalows on the hillside, and an art and wine program that transforms the stay into a sensory immersion.

Wine tastings, horseback riding, trails through ravines, and cuisine featuring local products complete a concept that understands wine as landscape, design, and science all at once. It is, perhaps, the most audacious wine resort in the country: cutting-edge design, terroir, and efficiency in the same glass.