Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa, San Pedro de Atacama

Relax in this modern desert oasis outside the center of San Pedro de Atacama. Licancabur Volcano is visible from all areas of this all-inclusive retreat, which offers easy access to surrounding nature and landmarks. The lunar landscape of Valle de la Luna is less than 10 minutes by car, while the 12th-century fortress of Pukará de Quitor is just 15 minutes away. Drive to the historic center of San Pedro de Atacama in 10 minutes to find a mix of restaurants, shops, and sites like the San Pedro Church and Meteorite Museum.

Traditional Andean style meets modern minimalism in this hotel's 32 rooms. Locally made objects and handwoven textiles seamlessly mix with white walls, wooden furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Three-bedroom apartments are two levels and sleep up to six, perfect for families or large groups. All rooms have terraces or patios with outdoor showers and views of the desert and mountains. Bathrooms include rainfall showers, and some, like the Poniente or Superior Double, have bathtubs as well. All rooms offer WiFi.

All aspects of this hotel are oriented toward the land and its history. Take a dip in the plunge pool or hot tub overlooking the desert, or book a spa treatment that uses local herbs and mud. The restaurant offers Chilean cuisine and uses produce grown in the property's garden. Sustainability is a focus at this hotel, one of the first in South America to use solar-powered energy and its own reservoir to provide water. The staff is warm and knowledgeable, and there's even an astronomer on hand to take you stargazing under one of the clearest night skies in the world.