The Elqui Domos hotel in Chile is located in the Elqui Valley in the Norte Chico region and is one of the few astronomical hotels in the world. The area is known for its brilliantly clear skies and many rain-free nights. Elqui Domos offers accommodation in geodesic dome tents with loft beds and openable roofs. Recently, wooden cabins designed specifically for stargazing were added. Designed by RDM Arquitectura, the new cabins, or "observatories," offer breathtaking views of the sky from the bed, living room and private rooftop terrace.
Elqui Domos hotel in Chile – a mystical and relaxing place
If you prefer glamping, the dome tents provide simple, comfortable accommodation on two floors. On the ground level there is a lounge and a large bathroom, while the second level has a double bed placed directly under a removable roof cover. The tents and cabins include telescopes for guests.
Elqui Domos hotel in Chile, under a starry sky
The hotel also offers astronomy-themed activities that introduce guests to stellar evolution and the southern sky. Visitors can join night walks or attend astronomy talks at the amateur observatory. For those who want to see how experts study the sky, the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO) is not too far away. Daytime activities include hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, wine tasting and yoga.
One of the clearest skies in the southern hemisphere
A telescope for each tent
Relax by the fireplace
Pool at night
New cabins by RDM Arquitectura
Sunbathing by the pool
Cabins with interesting architecture
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