Choosing where to stay in Santiago can completely transform your travel experience.
The Chilean capital offers a variety of neighbourhoods and accommodation options, but not all of them combine safety, transport links, fine dining and quality of life in the same way. That is why both business travellers and international tourists often agree on one recommendation: stay in the El Golf neighbourhood.
Located in the Las Condes district, this area has established itself as one of the most attractive places for those looking to explore Santiago from a prime location.
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Why is it important to choose your accommodation in Santiago carefully?
When we visit a city for the first time, we usually think about the places we want to see, but we rarely consider how much the location of our accommodation affects our experience.
The El Golf neighbourhood is renowned for its modern architecture, extensive green spaces, top-class corporate buildings and a vibrant dining scene, all of which have made it one of the city’s most sought-after areas.
Unlike other, more crowded areas, here you can stroll at your leisure, discover cafés, enjoy well-maintained public spaces and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Whatever the time of year, its tree-lined streets invite you to explore the neighbourhood on foot and discover a different side to Santiago.
A great location means:
- Less time spent travelling.
- A greater sense of security.
- Access to restaurants and amenities.
- More time to enjoy the city.
- Better connections to the main tourist attractions.
In Santiago, one of the areas that best fits this description is the El Golf neighbourhood.
El Golf: one of the most exclusive and safest neighbourhoods in Santiago
Golf is renowned for its modern architecture, extensive green spaces, first-class corporate buildings and a vibrant dining scene, all of which have made it one of the city’s most sought-after areas.
Unlike other, more crowded areas, here you can stroll at your leisure, discover cafés, enjoy well-maintained public spaces and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Whatever the time of year, its tree-lined streets invite you to explore the neighbourhood on foot and discover a different side to Santiago.
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Things to do near the El Golf neighbourhood
Una de las principales ventajas de hospedarse en El Golf es que muchos de los atractivos más importantes de Santiago se encuentran a pocos minutos.
Tobalaba Urban Market (MUT)
A solo unos minutos caminando, el MUT se ha convertido en uno de los proyectos urbanos más innovadores de Latinoamérica. Gastronomía, tiendas, espacios verdes y actividades culturales conviven en un mismo lugar.
Considerado uno de los proyectos urbanos más innovadores de Latinoamérica, el MUT contiene más de 20.000 m² de áreas verdes en un mismo espacio. Es una excelente alternativa para quienes buscan recorrer Santiago caminando y descubrir nuevas experiencias.
Cenco Costanera Shopping Centre (Costanera Centre) and Sky Costanera
El centro comercial más visitado de Chile y el mirador más alto de Sudamérica se encuentran a pocos minutos del barrio. Podrás encontrar una amplia variedad de tiendas de comercio, supermercado, tienda de artículos del hogar y una amplia zona de restaurantes distribuida dentro de todo el mall.
From Sky Costanera, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the whole city and the Andes mountain range
Isidora Goyenechea Street
Reconocida como una de las principales zonas gastronómicas de Santiago, concentra restaurantes, cafeterías y terrazas ideales para disfrutar la ciudad.
En este sector también encontrarás lugares para visitar como la Plaza Perú, la plaza Loreto y la Parroquia Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, y el museo Museo Interactivo Las Condes (MUI).
Bicentennial Park
It is one of Santiago’s most modern and popular green spaces, located in the municipality of Vitacura. Covering an area of 30 hectares along the southern bank of the Mapocho River, it is renowned for its first-class landscape design, created by the architect Teodoro Fernández.
It is one of the city’s most attractive urban parks, ideal for walking, running or simply enjoying a morning in the fresh air.
Connectivity: a strategic location for getting around Santiago
Staying at El Golf gives you easy access to the city’s main attractions.
- Santiago International Airport
Approximately 30 minutes. - Historic Centre and La Moneda Palace
20 minutes by Underground. - Lastarria and Bellas Artes neighbourhoods
15 minutes from Underground. - San Cristóbal Hill
15 minutes by car. - Cenco Costanera (Costanera Centre)
A 10-minute walk.
Its proximity to El Golf Metro station (Line 1) provides quick access to various parts of Santiago.
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A boutique experience in the heart of El Golf
For those looking to discover Santiago from this prime part of the city, Rugendas Hotel Boutique offers an experience that combines contemporary design inspired by the painter Mauricio Rugendas, personalised service and a strategic location in the heart of the El Golf neighbourhood.
Its proximity to the city’s main attractions makes it easy to explore Santiago, whilst its facilities are designed to offer a more intimate and welcoming experience than that of a traditional hotel.
Are you travelling with your family, or do you need more space?
Rugendas Hotel Boutique It is ideal for city breaks, business trips and travellers who appreciate a boutique experience.
However, if you are travelling with your family, in a group or planning a longer stay, Time Hotel & Apartments —part of the same hotel group— offers fully equipped apartments in the El Golf neighbourhood.
An ideal choice for those seeking greater independence, spacious accommodation and the comfort of feeling at home during their stay in Santiago.
Find out about the accommodation options available at www.time.cl
PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES sobre dónde hospedarse en Santiago
¿Cuál es la mejor zona para hospedarse en Santiago?
Las Condes y especialmente el barrio El Golf destacan por su seguridad, conectividad, oferta gastronómica y cercanía a los principales atractivos de la ciudad.
¿Es seguro hospedarse en El Golf?
Sí. El Golf es considerado uno de los sectores más seguros y exclusivos de Santiago.
¿Qué tan lejos está el aeropuerto de El Golf?
El Aeropuerto Internacional Arturo Merino Benítez se encuentra aproximadamente a 30 minutos en automóvil.
¿Conviene alojarse en Las Condes o en el centro de Santiago?
Depende del tipo de viaje. Para quienes buscan mayor seguridad, tranquilidad, servicios y conectividad, Las Condes suele ser una de las alternativas más recomendadas.
¿Cómo puedo visitar la nieve e ir a esquiar desde mi hospedaje?
Si visitas Santiago durante invierno, también te recomendamos revisar nuestra guía sobre centros de ski cerca de Santiago.
¿Planeas visitar Santiago?
Descubre la experiencia de hospedarte en uno de los barrios más exclusivos de la ciudad y disfruta de una combinación perfecta entre ubicación, gastronomía y conectividad. Reserva tu estadía en Rugendas Hotel Boutique.
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