Recoleta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Cristobal Hill
Visit this picturesque hilltop and urban park, which has spectacular city views, walking trails, botanical gardens and family-friendly activities.
Santiago Metropolitan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Santiago Metropolitan Park, a lovely green space in Santiago. Discover the cafes and museums in this walkable area.
Costanera Center
Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
Parque Arauco Mall
During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Parque Arauco Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this vibrant area.
Palacio de la Moneda
Visit the courtyards of this magnificent neoclassical palace, watch the changing of the guard ceremony and enjoy contemporary and visual art exhibitions.
Plaza de Armas
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
Activities
Discover Santiago Half Day Guided Tour Included Local Snack
The best walking tour in Santiago de Chile
Cable Car, Funicular and Sightseeing Bus in Santiago one day
Full Day Guided Tour Viña del Mar and Valparaíso from Santiago
Our pick of the best Recoleta Hotel Deals
Apart Hotel B
The staff are nice, but the room was not kept clean every day and the amenities are poor. In addition, the location does not feel safe. I saw homeless people and others sleeping on the street, and the area feels dangerous after 9 PM. You must use Uber or a taxi to get around safely.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
Clean room, very good hot breakfast. Reception staff were very helpful, particularly Ignacio & Fernando for seeing to our check-in needs and to help us get downtown by taxi. Room needs a bit of refreshening but met our needs.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Capital Bellet
Excellent staff on front desk. Leant me a phone charger. Clean room. Strong powerful shower. Would stay again. Good price. In the middle of two metro stops. Each one about a 7 min walk away.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura
Room was comfortable, breakfast was hearty and filling , good variety. Staff very helpful and accommodating
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
ICON Hotel
Friendly staff that were all fluent in English. Comfortable bed with lots of fluffy pillows. The rooftop pool is a nice touch and I enjoyed the spa, which is included in your stay.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hotel Almasur Providencia
Great stay with the hotel being super clean, spacious and has amazing staff. We loved the breakfast, fresh fruit, pastries and eggs. Good location too which was very safe with nice cafes, bars and restaurants nearby
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Recoleta
Bellavista
Bellavista is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Patio Bellavista and Santiago Metropolitan Park while you're in town.
Providencia
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Santiago Metropolitan Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Pedro de Valdivia Station or Los Leones Station to see more of the city.
Lastarria
Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in town.
Bellas Artes
Museums, coffee shops and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Museo Arte de Luz and National Archive are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.
El Golf
Spend some time visiting places like Apoquindo while getting to know El Golf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at El Golf Station or Alcantara Station to see more of the area.
Barrio Italia
Barrio Italia is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Plaza Baquedano and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center if you have time to explore the area.
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