The best hotels in Vina del Mar
Vina del Mar has 900+ places to stay. It is Chile's classic beach resort, but half the hotels charge beach prices without beach access. We reviewed the standouts. These 10 made the cut.
Our 10 Top Picks in Vina del Mar
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Esencia Hotel Boutique
Vina Del Mar
$111/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center
Vina Del Mar
$167/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Dei Templi Hotel Viña del Mar
Vina Del Mar
$60/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Reñaca House Hotel
Vina Del Mar
$71/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
LV Hoteles Boutique
Vina Del Mar
$113/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Enjoy del Mar
Vina Del Mar
$106/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Best Western Hotel Marina del Rey
Vina Del Mar
$81/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel H9
Vina Del Mar
$100/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Costa Montemar Vista Dunas
Vina Del Mar
$61/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Diego de Almagro
Vina Del Mar
$91/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Here's why each one made the cut.
Esencia Hotel Boutique
Highest guest score on this list. At $111, you're paying for personal service and 199 very happy guests. It's in the quieter Viña residential belt, a short taxi from the casino strip. Book early. It's small and fills fast.
Address:Esencia Hotel Boutique, Cinco Nte. 449, casa 3, 2520165 Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center
The landmark on the Miramar coast road. You're paying $167 for ocean views, a proper pool, and convention center polish. Rooms facing the Pacific are worth requesting. It's 10 minutes by bus to downtown. If you want a reliable 5-star, this is it.
Address:Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center, Av. La Marina 15, 2572009 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Dei Templi Hotel Viña del Mar
Best value on this list. $60 with a 4.6 from 541 guests is hard to beat. You're not getting luxury, but the rooms are clean, the location is central, and the savings cover dinner on the casino strip instead.
Address:Dei Templi Hotel Viña del Mar, Av Edmundo Eluchans 1475, 2540038 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Reñaca House Hotel
Reñaca beach is 15 minutes north of Viña's center, and that's where you'll be staying. $71 buys you a 2-star label with 4.6 guest satisfaction. The beach strip has solid seafood within walking distance. Skip it if you need easy casino access.
Address:Reñaca House Hotel, Vicuña Mackenna 590, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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LV Hoteles Boutique
One of the stronger boutique picks at $113. The 4.7 from 258 guests suggests consistent quality. You're in central Viña, close to Avenida Valparaíso shopping. Good balance of comfort and price without the full 5-star premium.
Address:LV Hoteles Boutique, 5 - 1/2 Pte. 140, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Enjoy del Mar
The casino hotel complex on the waterfront. $106 for a 5-star with 4.5 from 2707 guests is genuinely solid value. You don't need to gamble to enjoy it. Pool and beach access are good. The on-site restaurant costs more than eating on Calle Ecuador, so budget accordingly.
Address:Enjoy del Mar, Av. San Martín 199, 2520000 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Best Western Hotel Marina del Rey
The most-reviewed hotel on this list. 3324 guests at 4.5 is the most reliable data point here. $81 near the marina puts you close to both the casino and the beach. It's not flashy, but it consistently delivers what it promises.
Address:Best Western Hotel Marina del Rey, Ecuador 299, 2571530 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Hotel H9
$100 for an unrated property with 175 reviews. The 4.6 score suggests rooms are newer and well-kept. Fewer reviews means less certainty, but if the price holds, it's worth a look. Central location, straightforward stay, no surprises.
Address:Hotel H9, 9 Nte. 999, 2502000 Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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Costa Montemar Vista Dunas
Cheapest good option on this list at $61. The 4.8 score is impressive for a 2-star, though only 71 reviews back it up. You're in the Montemar dunes area, north of downtown. Quieter and more local than the casino strip, which is exactly the point.
Address:Costa Montemar Vista Dunas, Av. Concón Reñaca 4357, 2510000 Concón, Valparaíso, Chile
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Hotel Diego de Almagro
Reliable Chilean chain at $91. Not exciting, but 857 reviews at 4.5 means you know what you're getting: clean rooms, consistent service, central location near the bus terminal. Good base if you're splitting time between Viña and Valparaíso.
Address:Hotel Diego de Almagro, 1 Nte. 221, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile
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| # | Hotel | Our Score | Guest Rating | Reviews | Type | Price/Night | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esencia Hotel Boutique | 4.9 | 199 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $110/night | Book → | |
| 2 | Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center | 4.6 | 3 574 | 5★ | $170/night | Book → | |
| 3 | Dei Templi Hotel Viña del Mar | 4.6 | 541 | 3★ | $60/night | Book → | |
| 4 | Reñaca House Hotel | 4.6 | 571 | 2★ | $70/night | Book → | |
| 5 | LV Hoteles Boutique | 4.7 | 258 | 3★ | $110/night | Book → | |
| 6 | Enjoy del Mar | 4.5 | 2 707 | 5★ | $110/night | Book → | |
| 7 | Best Western Hotel Marina del Rey | 4.5 | 3 324 | 3★ | $80/night | Book → | |
| 8 | Hotel H9 | 4.6 | 175 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $100/night | Book → | |
| 9 | Costa Montemar Vista Dunas | 4.8 | 71 | 2★ | $60/night | Book → | |
| 10 | Hotel Diego de Almagro | 4.5 | 857 | 3★ | $90/night | Book → | |
| 11 | La Blanca Hotel | 4.5 | 629 | 3★ | $40/night | Book → | |
| 12 | Eco Hostal Offenbacher-Hof | 4.5 | 275 | 3★ | $60/night | Book → | |
| 13 | Pullman Vina del Mar San Martín | 4.4 | 2 091 | 4★ | $80/night | Book → | |
| 14 | Veranda Hotel Viña del Mar | 4.4 | 1 764 | 4★ | $110/night | Book → | |
| 15 | Hotel Bordeplaza - Viña del Mar | 4.4 | 343 | 3★ | $80/night | Book → | |
| 16 | Hostal Casamar-Viña | 4.4 | 356 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $30/night | Book → | |
| 17 | Departamento en Reñaca Vista al Mar - One-Bedroom Apartment | 5.0 | 16 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $80/night | Book → | |
| 18 | Hotel Boutique Casa Recreo | 4.4 | 127 | 3★ | $40/night | Book → | |
| 19 | MR Mar Suites (ex Neruda Mar Suites) - Three-Bedroom Apartment with No Sea View | 5.0 | 8 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $130/night | Book → | |
| 20 | Increíble Depto con Vista al mar, Reñaca - Apartment with Sea View | 4.8 | 5 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $80/night | Book → |
Where to Stay in Vina del Mar
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
Renaca: Chile's party beach
Renaca sits 4km north of central Vina del Mar. The 500-meter beach fills with Santiago weekenders every January. Avenida Borgono runs along the cliff above, lined with restaurants and surf shops. Parking is CLP 5.000/day in summer or take bus 602 from Vina center.
Stay here if you want to wake up and walk to the sand. Hotel Cap Ducal and the hostels on Borgono street put you 2 minutes from the water. The tradeoff: noise from beach bars Friday and Saturday until 3am. Earplugs mandatory in January.
Central Vina: the polished resort strip
Central Vina runs from the Casino Municipal to Quinta Vergara park. Avenida San Martin is the main drag with restaurants, shops, and the Flower Clock. Sheraton Miramar Hotel occupies the best beachfront position in the city.
This is where families and couples stay. The beach (Los Marineros) is calmer than Renaca. Walking to restaurants takes 5 minutes instead of a taxi. Castillo Wulff and the Fonck Archaeological Museum are both within a 10-minute walk.
Concón: the seafood detour north
Concón sits 15 minutes north of Renaca. It is not technically Vina del Mar but most visitors treat it as one destination. The reason to go: seafood. Caleta Higuerillas has 10+ family-run fish restaurants on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
Empanadas de camarón cost CLP 2.500. Machas a la parmesana (razor clams with parmesan) run CLP 8.000. The views from Roca Oceánica viewpoint are better than anything in Vina. Take bus 605 from Renaca for CLP 500.
Quinta Vergara and the Festival scene
Quinta Vergara park covers 32 hectares in central Vina. Free entry to the grounds year-round. The amphitheater hosts the Festival de la Cancion every February. During the rest of the year, the park has botanical gardens, the Palacio Vergara (art museum), and running trails.
If you are visiting during the festival (usually third week of February), book hotels by November. Prices spike 200-300%. Tickets sell out for the final night. Watch the competition rounds (nights 2-4) which are cheaper and less chaotic.
Beach hopping: Vina to Zapallar
Vina del Mar is the start of Chile's central coast beach strip. Drive or bus north through Renaca, Concón, Maitencillo, and Zapallar. Each gets progressively quieter and more upscale. Zapallar (90 minutes north) has Chile's most exclusive beach homes.
Maitencillo (45 minutes north) is the sweet spot: long sandy beach, decent surf, family restaurants, and hotels from CLP 50.000/night. Way less crowded than Renaca. Bus 605 connects the coast or rent a car for CLP 45.000/day.
Practical tips for a Vina del Mar weekend
Santiago to Vina: 90-minute Turbus for CLP 8.000. Arrive Friday evening, check in. Saturday: beach in the morning, lunch at Concón fish market, Casino in the evening. Sunday: Quinta Vergara park, Reloj de Flores, empanadas at Caleta Portales, afternoon bus back.
Two nights is the right amount for a first visit. One night feels rushed. Three nights and you start running out of things to do unless you add Valparaiso (15 minutes by metro). Budget: CLP 150.000-250.000 total for a comfortable weekend including transport and food.
Vina del Mar's best hotel regions
The beachfront between Casino and Renaca has the best hotels. Central Vina near Quinta Vergara is cheaper but 15 minutes from sand. Pick based on whether you want waves or nightlife.
Central Vina (Casino area) 4 vetted hotels The polished resort strip with the best mid-range and luxury hotels.
The polished resort strip with the best mid-range and luxury hotels.
Central Vina stretches from the Casino Municipal to Quinta Vergara. Avenida San Martin is the spine. Sheraton Miramar sits on the beachfront promontory with 180-degree ocean views.
Hotels here are walkable to restaurants, the Casino, and the Flower Clock. Playa Los Marineros is the local beach. It is calmer than Renaca and better for kids.
This is where 70% of visitors stay. More polished, less party than Renaca.
Browse all Central Vina (Casino area) hotels → Renaca 3 vetted hotels Beach party central with surf and nightlife.
Beach party central with surf and nightlife.
Renaca is 4km north of central Vina. The beach is wider, the waves bigger, the crowd younger. Avenida Borgono lines the cliff above with restaurants and bars that open onto terraces.
Summer (January especially) is loud and packed. Parking is a nightmare. But the energy is unmatched on the Chilean coast. Hostels start at CLP 20.000/night, proper hotels CLP 80.000-200.000.
Take bus 602 from central Vina (20 minutes) or Uber for CLP 3.000.
Browse all Renaca hotels → Recreo and Miraflores 2 vetted hotels Residential areas with budget prices and metro access.
Residential areas with budget prices and metro access.
Recreo and Miraflores sit inland between the metro line and the hillside. Hotels here cost 30-40% less than beachfront. You are 10 minutes from the beach by bus.
These are real neighborhoods. Corner bakeries, small markets, residential quiet. Metro Miraflores station connects you to Valparaiso in 15 minutes and central Vina in 5.
Good for budget travelers who want to spend money on food and activities rather than room views.
Browse all Recreo and Miraflores hotels → Concón (day trip zone) 1 vetted hotel Seafood capital of the coast, 15 minutes north.
Seafood capital of the coast, 15 minutes north.
Concón is technically a separate municipality but most visitors treat it as an extension of Vina. Caleta Higuerillas has the best seafood restaurants on the entire coast. 10+ family-run spots on a cliff.
Playa Negra and Playa La Boca are quieter alternatives to Renaca. The sand dunes (Dunas de Concón) are a protected nature area. A few hotels and cabanas available from CLP 60.000/night.
Best visited as a half-day trip from Vina. Bus 605 from Renaca takes 15 minutes.
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Beach
Renaca's 500-meter beach strip. Consistent waves, surf rentals CLP 10.000/day, and beachfront restaurants on Avenida Borgono. The sand fills up by 11am in January so arrive early.
Romantic
Sheraton Miramar's ocean-view rooms at sunset. Walk Castillo Wulff at golden hour, dinner at Savinya in the Casino, then cocktails on the terrace. CLP 230.000+/night but the location is unbeatable.
Family
Playa Los Marineros has lifeguards and calm water. Quinta Vergara park has free playgrounds. The Reloj de Flores is a 5-minute photo stop. Muelle Vergara pier offers CLP 2.000 boat rides around the harbor.
Foodie
Concón's Caleta Higuerillas, 15 minutes north. Ten seafood restaurants on a cliff. Machas a la parmesana CLP 8.000, empanadas de camarón CLP 2.500. Best fish on Chile's central coast.
Budget
Recreo neighborhood hostels from CLP 20.000/night. Metro to Valparaiso CLP 700. Beach is free. Lunch at Caleta Portales fish market CLP 4.000. A full day costs under CLP 20.000.
Culture
Quinta Vergara's Palacio Vergara art museum (free entry). Walk to the Festival de la Cancion amphitheater. Fonck Archaeological Museum has Easter Island moai replicas and Mapuche artifacts for CLP 3.000.
We reviewed 900+ options in Vina del Mar. We cut aging apartment hotels with kitchenettes that smell like the 90s, overpriced beachfront spots with no actual beach view, and Renaca party hostels with noise complaints. What survived: 10 places where the room matches the price and the beach is actually close.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
Every hotel on this page earned its spot through this process.
When to Visit Vina del Mar
Hotel prices, crowds, and weather vary by season.
Summer (Dec-Feb)
Peak beach season. January is the hottest and busiest month. Renaca gets standing-room-only on weekends. The Festival de la Cancion in February makes hotels impossible to find. Book 2-3 months ahead for any beachfront room.
Autumn (Mar-May)
March is the sweet spot. Water is still swimmable, hotels drop 40%. April gets cool but restaurants are open and uncrowded. May brings rain. The beach is quiet enough to actually enjoy without fighting for sand space.
Winter (Jun-Aug)
Cold and rainy. The beach is deserted. Hotels hit their lowest prices. Concón restaurants stay open and are actually better without the wait. The Casino is busy year-round. Good for a cheap weekend with indoor activities.
Spring (Sep-Nov)
October and November are underrated. Temperatures hit 18-20°C by November. The beach is quiet. Renaca surf is good. Hotel prices are 30% below summer peak. Not warm enough for all-day sunbathing but perfect for walks and seafood lunches.
Booking Tips for Vina del Mar
Smart booking strategies for Vina del Mar.
Book Festival de la Cancion hotels by November
The festival (third week of February) fills every hotel in Vina del Mar and Valparaiso. Prices triple. Some locals rent apartments on Airbnb for CLP 200.000+/night. Final night tickets cost CLP 150.000. Watch earlier rounds (nights 2-4) for CLP 20.000-40.000.
Take the metro to Valparaiso instead of a taxi
Metro Valparaiso runs every 8 minutes. The ride is 15 minutes and costs CLP 700 with a BIP card. A taxi costs CLP 5.000-8.000 and sits in traffic. Buy the BIP card at any metro station for CLP 1.500.
Eat seafood in Concón, not Renaca
Renaca's beachfront restaurants charge tourist prices. Drive 15 minutes north to Concón's Caleta Higuerillas. Same ocean view, half the price. Empanadas de camarón CLP 2.500 vs CLP 4.500 in Renaca.
Arrive at Renaca before 10am in January
Renaca beach has no reservations. Towel space runs out by 11am on summer weekends. Parking fills by 10am. Take bus 602 early or park in the residential streets 3 blocks inland (free). Beach umbrella rental: CLP 15.000/day.
Walk the coastal path from Casino to Renaca
The Borde Costero walkway connects central Vina to Renaca along the ocean. It is 4km, takes 45 minutes, and passes Castillo Wulff, Playa Cochoa, and a dozen viewpoints. Do it at sunset heading north. Free, flat, paved.
Use Uber, not street taxis
Street taxis in Vina del Mar do not always use meters. Uber is 30-40% cheaper and consistent. Central Vina to Renaca: CLP 3.000 Uber vs CLP 5.000+ taxi. Central Vina to Valparaiso: CLP 4.000 Uber. Download the app before arrival.
Hotels in Vina del Mar, FAQ
Straight answers from our team.
What is the best beach in Vina del Mar?
Renaca is the most popular: 500 meters of sand, consistent waves, and restaurants right on the beach. It gets packed in January. Playa Los Marineros near the Casino is calmer and more family-friendly. Playa Cochoa north of Renaca is the local secret with fewer crowds.
How do I get from Valparaiso to Vina del Mar?
Metro Valparaiso runs every 8 minutes between the two cities. The ride takes 15 minutes and costs CLP 700 with a BIP card. You can also take a colectivo for CLP 800 from Pedro Montt street. Uber costs CLP 3.000-5.000 depending on traffic.
Is Vina del Mar expensive compared to Valparaiso?
Hotels run 20-30% more in Vina. A beachfront room at Sheraton Miramar is CLP 230.000-340.000/night versus CLP 120.000-250.000 for a top Cerro Alegre boutique in Valparaiso. Restaurants are similar. Beach gear rentals (umbrella + chairs) run CLP 15.000/day at Renaca.
When is the best time to visit Vina del Mar?
December through February for beach weather. January hits 18-28°C. The Festival de la Cancion in February fills every hotel. March is still warm with half the crowds. Winter (June to August) drops to 8-14°C and the beaches empty completely.
What is the Festival de la Cancion?
Latin America's biggest music festival, held in February at Quinta Vergara amphitheater since 1960. Tickets cost CLP 20.000-150.000. Hotels triple in price that week. Book 3 months ahead. Past acts include Shakira, Ricky Martin, and Daddy Yankee. The Gaviota de Plata (Silver Seagull) award is the big prize.
Should I stay near the Casino or Renaca?
The Casino area (central Vina) has Sheraton Miramar, Castillo Wulff, and walkable restaurants on Avenida San Martin. Renaca (4km north) is the beach party zone with younger crowds. Families: Casino area. Under 30: Renaca. The 15-minute drive between them costs CLP 4.000 by Uber.
Is Vina del Mar good for families?
Very. Playa Los Marineros has calm water and lifeguards. Quinta Vergara Park has playgrounds and the botanical garden (free entry). The Reloj de Flores (Flower Clock) is a 5-minute photo stop kids enjoy. Muelle Vergara pier has CLP 2.000 boat rides around the harbor.
What food is Vina del Mar known for?
Seafood. Enjoy Renaca on Avenida Borgono does grilled corvina for CLP 14.000. La Flor de Chile on Valparaiso street serves pastel de jaiba (crab casserole) for CLP 10.000. Empanadas de mariscos at the Caleta Portales fish market cost CLP 2.500 each.
Can I surf in Vina del Mar?
Renaca has consistent 1-2 meter swells from September to April. Board rental costs CLP 10.000/day from shops on Avenida Borgono. Concón, 15 minutes north, has better point breaks. Lessons at Renaca run CLP 25.000 for 2 hours.
Where is the nightlife in Vina del Mar?
Avenida San Martin between 5 Norte and 8 Norte has the highest concentration of bars. Scratch Bar and Enjoy Casino's club are the main draws. Renaca has summer-only beach bars on Avenida Borgono that open in December. Cover charges run CLP 5.000-10.000.
Is the Casino worth visiting?
Enjoy Casino is more resort than gambling hall. The building is on the waterfront with ocean views from every window. Minimum bets start at CLP 2.000. The restaurant inside (Savinya) does a CLP 25.000 prix fixe. Even non-gamblers come for the terrace bar.
How far is Vina del Mar from Santiago airport?
Santiago airport (SCL) to Vina del Mar is 120km, about 90 minutes by car via Ruta 68. Turbus runs direct buses every 30 minutes for CLP 8.000. A private transfer costs CLP 80.000-100.000. No direct flights because Vina does not have its own airport.
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