Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa

Hotel Bidasoa is housed in an unassuming concrete building with a burnt orange facade. Inside, the style is light and warm, with modern-rustic decor. The front desk is made up of a mosaic of blond wood tiles that continues onto the adjoining wall. Floors are sleek with rectangular tiles that resemble mother of pearl bordered with more blond wood. Attractive, midcentury-style furniture like long, lean couches and unfinished wooden credenzas provide stylish spots to linger. These are adorned by framed drawings and oblong ceramics that add an artistic touch to the airy atmosphere. The restaurant is the main public space and features parquet floors, cozy chairs, printed nature-themed tables, and framed botanical drawings along the walls. There’s a lovely outdoor patio covered by a wood and metal awning that the restaurant services. The green-and-white color scheme of the tables and chairs adds to the calming ambiance. This hotel attracts couples, families, and business travelers alike who prefer a peaceful place to stay away from the crowds of the city center.

Location might be the biggest drawback of this hotel, as it’s far from the city center. There’s a bus stop just outside the property that can take guests to central places like Plaza de Armas and La Moneda Palace in about 40 minutes. Alternatively, it’s around a 20-minute car ride. Parque Forestal is about a 15-minute drive or 30 minutes by public transit, while San Cristobal Hill can be reached in 35 minutes by car. There are some dining options within walking distance, as well as shopping, though the luxury shops on Alonso de Cordova are about a 20-minute walk away, as is the Parque Arauco Shopping Center. Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Rooms at Bidasoa may be simple, but they're airy and bright and offer great amenities. Trendy floral-printed wallpaper in soft shades of toffee brown or pistachio green give a cheery, feminine backdrop to light wooden furniture. Plain white bedding also gets a soft dose of color with mauve bed runners. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and minibars, but they lack coffee- and tea-making facilities. Bathrooms vary slightly in style -- some have classic marble countertops and others have modern rectangular sinks. There’s some visible signs of wear here and there, but for the most part, the bathrooms are clean and include showers or shower/tub combos, toiletries, and hairdryers. Take note that some of the rooms are on the small side. 

The hotel's collection of amenities does an excellent job of providing various spaces to relax before or after exploring the city. There’s an outdoor pool set in a lovely garden that's open seasonally. Guests can enjoy a free breakfast buffet in the morning, and there's an on-site restaurant serving Chilean fare for lunch and dinner. It has an attractive outdoor patio with a bar, plus it offers limited room service. There’s no gym on-site, but the hotel offers discounted passes to the nearby Energy Gym. Guests can also take advantage of public computers and free Wi-Fi, plus there are meeting facilities available for rent. Free parking is available, and there's a shuttle service for a fee.