Valparaiso, Chile Overview

Get an authentic taste of life in Chile in the country's second-largest city. Only 70 miles northwest of capital Santiago, Valparaiso is Chile's main port. Its UNESCO-designated historic downtown... more » Get an authentic taste of life in Chile in the country's second-largest city. Only 70 miles northwest of capital Santiago, Valparaiso is Chile's main port. Its UNESCO-designated historic downtown offers charming colonial architecture, many seafood restaurants, markets and stores, but many other areas are rather dilapidated. Take 100-year-old funicular Ascensor Artilleria or climb Cerro Concepcion for stunning ocean and city views. Back at street level, visit writer Pablo Neruda's house. « less
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Grand House

May 16, 2008

The Grand House's clean rooms, substantial breakfasts, and friendly (English-speaking) hosts make a pleasant stay; two small dogs and rooms full of character make it even more unique. Easily...more

Hotel Casa Higueras

5 of 5 stars
New York, NY
May 15, 2008

I can't give this hotel enough praise. It is a small boutique hotel - bigger than a bed and breakfast but smaller than a large, chain hotel. It is beautifully decorated and so comfortable. The room...more

The Yellow House

4 of 5 stars
Netherlands
May 13, 2008

In April08 we stayed 3 nights in The Yellow House. Allthough the building is old - but then again, just about all the colorful buildings in Valparaiso look like they can come down every minute - ...more

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