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unforgettable experiences

A relaxing and adventurous experience with a sustainable focus

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Hotel AWA, a family treasure in the Chilean Patagonia

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Full Experience: Live AWA at its finest

The Full Experience season begins—an invitation to enjoy the best of the south with all-inclusive service. Gourmet cuisine with AWA’s signature touch, exclusive activities and excursions, wellness experiences in our spa, and service designed with every detail in mind.Because at AWA, living it all means disconnecting, recharging, and letting yourself be amazed.

Summer at AWA

Come unwind in one of Chile’s most spectacular landscapes. Enjoy a summer immersed in nature, with thoughtfully curated experiences, exceptional cuisine, and personalized service that turns every stay into something truly unforgettable.

TRAVEL + LEISURE World’s Best Awards 2026

We invite you to take part in this vote and recognize your experience at AWA as one of your favorite travel experiences of the past three years.

Activities for all tastes

Exploring means walking, bike riding, and rowing on the lake. Hotel AWA can be the beginning of a fantastic adventure.

Kayaking on the Reloncaví Estuary

Rooms

The 25 rooms at Hotel AWA are carefully designed to provide the utmost luxury and comfort. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a spectacular panoramic view of Lake Llanquihue and the majestic Osorno Volcano.

AWA’s programs are designed to offer guests a unique experience. Each proposal combines culture, relaxation, and nature, ensuring a deep connection with the surroundings and maximum enjoyment.

Depending on the season, AWA offers a wide range of excursions to suit all tastes. These include activities that immerse you in the local culture, visits to the most iconic spots in the area, gastronomic experiences, and hiking through volcanic routes surrounded by endemic nature. Additionally, you can enjoy bike rides, kayaking, and rafting, or venture on helicopter or seaplane tours.

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Conde Nast Traveller: The Best Hotels in South America

These are the best hotels in South America. 13. Hotel AWA, Puerto Varas, Chile. Score 92.73

LATTE: Chile's Hotel AWA Introduces Guided Volcano Hikes

Guests of Hotel AWA, a modern luxury retreat on the shores of Lake Llanquihue in Chile, can experience the volcanic natural wonders surrounding the property up close with new guided excursions. From gentle ascents through ancient forests to exhilarating glacier crossings, each small-group adventure is led by Certified Mountain Guides, ensuring both safety and a connection to the land and its stories.

Michelin Guide: The 15 Best Lake Vacations in the World With MICHELIN-Worthy Stays & Dining

“These are the best lake vacations for a summer break, from Lake Tahoe in the US to Lake Como in Italy, and the MICHELIN-recommended restaurants and bolt holes to bed down in when you visit.”

Forbes: Outdoor Adventure Meets Unparalleled Luxury At This Chilean Hotel

” Situated on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Hotel AWA blends luxury and adventure with rooms overlooking the Osorno volcano, a 300 m² spa, local cuisine, and unique experiences in Chile’s Lake District. “

Forbes: 20 Gorgeous Indoor Pools Around The World

” Swim laps in style at the Hotel AWA’s indoor pool. “

Forbes: 25 Transformative Travel Experiences In 2025

” If you’re looking for a hotel to call home, (…) Hotel AWA is an excellent eco-friendly hotel and excellent jumping off point for exploring the northern reaches of Chilean Patagonia. “

Robb Report: Patagonia Is Now as Luxurious as It Is Adventurous. Here’s Where You Should Stay.

” The 25 rooms at Hotel AWA welcome light and nature with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the Osorno Volcano. Interiors feature native woods, fireplaces, and Mapuche blankets, letting the lake and volcano be the true protagonists. “

Toronto Star: I felt like a kid at summer camp — one steeped in comfort — in Chile’s Lake District

” It’s an epic outdoor playground, and Hotel Awa is positioned to make the most of it. The property sits on a secluded stretch of shoreline not far from the adventure hub of Puerto Varas, an adorable resort town settled by German immigrants in the 19th century. From this vantage point on the lake, guests can take in dramatic views of the perfectly cone-shaped Osorno volcano looming in the distance. “

By a Thread: Hotel AWA and Fundación de Artesenías de Chile Uplift Artists in Patagonia

” Hotel AWA Puerto Varas also works with local artisans like Gladys, offering cultural excursions for their guests (…) The hotel is a B Corp certified business, recognized for their sustainable economic and environmental impacts. The marriage of these two organizations has helped open up new doors and recognition for old trades and trained craftspeople. “

Mr. & Mrs. Smith : The B Corps on our A-list: saluting 11 of our most sustainable stays

” Hotel AWA brings a touch of humanity to this brilliantly blown-out-of-proportion landscape, with educational opportunities for local hires in guiding, hospitality and leadership; collaboration with government agencies to improve working conditions; and establishing links with schools and collectives. “

The Telegraph: The perfect two-week holiday in Patagonia

” Fly to Puerto Montt in the Chilean Lake District. Transfer to Lago Llanquihue and check into the striking stone-and-glass lakeside Hotel AWA.”

Whether in pairs or groups, the best of different worlds comes together at AWA. Enjoy outdoor activities, adventure spots, and water sports, all while connecting with the surrounding nature.

Special benefits for stays in October and November.

Valid for bookings made from July to November 2025.
Stays must take place in October and November.

For All Inclusive bookings (minimum 3 nights).

Choose one of the following benefits:

  • USD 500 off a 1-hour scenic flight.
  • Book 3 or more nights in All Inclusive Shared and get a free upgrade to All Inclusive Private.
  • Complimentary Suite upgrade (subject to availability).

For Half Board bookings (minimum 3 nights).

Choose one of the following benefits:

  • One complimentary Half Day activity.
  • Round-trip transfers from Puerto Montt Airport included.

For groups of 3 or more roms.

  • Book 3 or more rooms under the All Inclusive Shared program and receive a free upgrade to All Inclusive Private.
Book through your travel agent or directly with AWA.