Cartagena
Two wonderfully restored 15th-century homes make up this lovely 28-room, open-air boutique hotel, replete with exposed-brick archways, original stone…
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Amazon Basin
It's not significantly more 'eco' than other lodges, but this beauty on the Río Marañón is significantly flashier. Shiny, dark-wood 56 sq meter cabins,…
Cali
In a handy San Antonio location for dining out and taking salsa classes, this is a characterful, converted colonial house with a greenery-filled courtyard…
Paraty
This Swiss-run waterfront hostel sits on isolated Ponta Grossa, a 15-minute boat ride from Paraty. With no road access, limited generator-fueled…
San Andrés
Buddha overlooks a small pool and sets the tone for this boutique place, which has gorgeous rooms combining modern and traditional touches. Kitchens and…
Middle Chile
Food and wine lovers José María and Mariela run this remarkably friendly B&B just on the edge of town, six blocks north of Plaza de Armas. The converted…
Valparaíso
This boutique hotel has one of the best patios around, and taking in the Valparaíso sunshine here is a decadent treat. There are just nine rooms, all with…
Salta
Polite and genuine, helpful service, an appealing genteel ambience, and 10 understated and elegant rooms with handsome bathrooms and king-sized beds – all…
Guatapé
Some 10 minutes' walk across the bridge from Guatapé proper, this delightful place really stands out due to the warmth of its staff, who go above and…
Coastal Patagonia
A haven after a day of sun and wind, artist Paula's house beckons with huge king beds covered in down duvets and woven throws. An eclectic and warm decor…
Cuenca
With unrivaled service and rooms decorated with unique themes, the Alcázar is the best high-end offering in Cuenca. A water fountain spills over with…
Punta del Diablo
Follow the devilish red glow into one of South America’s most seductive hostels, whose endless perks include inviting chill-out areas, bike and surfboard…
Salvador
Inside a 19th-century colonial mansion on a historic block, this charming boutique hotel is truly a gem. Ten impeccably outfitted guest rooms have first…
Bolivia
A kilometer from the village of Maragua, in Irupampa, is this lovely stone and red-tile-roofed hostal with three bedrooms, heaps of heavy blankets for…
El Chaltén
Attentive and adorable, this chalet-style inn offers a toasty retreat with hearty breakfast options. Practices that earn them the Sello Verde (Green Seal)…
Lençóis
Conveniently located on the edge of the historic center, this guesthouse has simple rooms with homey design flourishes and a tranquil patio area with…
Norte Chico
At the south end of the beach, Coral de Bahía has 11 lovely rooms upstairs, some with balconies and sweeping ocean views. This hotel gets booked up in…
Arequipa
This gorgeous ‘secret garden’ is situated – incredibly given its tranquility – only three blocks from Arequipa's main square. Grand 18th-century rooms are…
Catamarca & La Rioja
Run with a warm, personal touch, this attractive spot overlooks a small garden next to the Molino de San Francisco museum. Modern rooms are comfortable,…
Punta Arenas
Immerse yourself in regional lore at this gorgeous boutique hotel with relics from ranching life repurposed as clever fixtures and decor. Ample rooms play…
Cafayate
Cool white elegance is the stock-in-trade of this hospitable family-run hotel with arched arcades. Lower rooms open onto both the front porch and the…
La Paz
La Paz finally has a world-class design hotel in this Zona Sur stunner. Nearly everything you see – from the specially-commissioned art on the walls to…
Middle Chile
Owner Sandra has built a mini kingdom of earthly goodness at this sustainably minded hostel. Perks include free yoga on Sundays, a reading library with…
The Amazon
Just across the road from the river and within walking distance of the Fortaleza de São José, Hotel do Forte combines a fine location with excellent…
Quebrada de Humahuaca
One of a handful of charming nests above town, on the main road toward Salinas Grandes, this lodge stands out for its majestic valley views and handsome…
Cajón del Maipo
Sleep inside a jumbo-sized wine barrel or aboard a converted carriage at this delightfully quirky rural retreat. All rooms are centered around a flower…
Buenos Aires
This beautiful guesthouse, located in a building that dates from the 1830s, is a peaceful little place in a slightly off-the-beaten-path neighborhood…
Leticia
Sociable without being a crush-your-beer-can-against-your-forehead party hostel, the 'Little Piranha' features the eponymous fish motif throughout its…
Bariloche & the Lake District
Five kilometers north of the center, off Av San Martín, is one of the best hostels in Argentina. Traveler-run and sitting on 2 hectares of park-like…
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
The town’s best stay, this place is built from local stone and recycled wood, right down to the hollow-log bathtubs. It also boasts a gray-water system to…
Isla del Sol
Magri Turismo’s delightful adobe cottages are set above pre-Inca terraces facing snowcapped Illampu. They are authentically ecological with solar-powered…
North Coast & Lowlands
The nicest hotel in town has a great sand-floored restaurant and bar, cabins with exposed cane roofs, wood-panel windows and mosquito nets, plus delicious…
Coastal Patagonia
These luxury oceanfront condos bring a dose of Miami to sleepy Pirámides. Eleven condos have private terraces, kitchenettes, TVs and concierges on 24-hour…
Vilcabamba
On a hillside with waterfalls and gardens 2km north of town, Madre Tierra has a strong New Age vibe, replete with candles and healing ions. Rooms are…
Caribbean Coast
This incredible place lives up to its name – it's literally a house in the middle of the water – a wooden holiday home built on an artificial island that…
Gramado
This outstanding choice – call it a 'poshtel' – is an eight-minute stroll from central Gramado on the road to Canela. Dorms are of a craftsmanship…
Pará
Occupying a beautifully restored 19th-century casarão (mansion), rooms here have high ceilings, flat-screen TVs and small but stylish bathrooms; some…
Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão
It's worth reserving ahead and paying the small surcharge for a front room with balcony and hammock at this French-run beachfront pousada. The ample…
Colonia del Sacramento
Incorporating three spacious upstairs suites and a 'garden house' bungalow out back, this is one of Colonia's most unique lodging options, abounding in…
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
A spiffing location plus decorative touches make this venture one of Hanga Roa's best retreats. Digs are in cute-as-can-be bungalows perched on a gentle…
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