Hotel Cabo De Hornos, Punta Arenas

Hotel Cabo de Hornos is in the historic center of Punta Arenas, located on the city's main square, Plaza Muñoz Gamero. Step outside into the Plaza, where you'll find attractions like the Baroque Palacio Sara Braun. The hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the waterfront pathway of Costanera del Estrecho and 15 minutes from the observation point of the Mirador Cerro de la Cruz, which has panoramic views of the city and sea. The mountains, glaciers, and wildlife of Torres del Paine are a 4-hour drive.

This historic hotel first opened in 1962, and its facade is one of the most recognizable in the city. Its 110 rooms span nine floors and vary between doubles and triples for larger parties. If you're a light sleeper, book a room on an upper floor or one that faces away from the street. Some options have sea views overlooking the Strait of Magellan. WiFi in the rooms can be spotty, so head down to the cozy restaurant, where you can find a better signal and a menu of international and local cuisine.