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REFUGIO EL MOLLE

3.0 star property
Travelers warm up by the firepit after cycling through Elqui Valley or rejuvenate with a massage while surrounded by mountain panoramas

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REFUGIO EL MOLLE, a tranquil mountain getaway, offers indoor/outdoor pools, hot stone massages at the spa, and garden paths. Enjoy free WiFi and rent bicycles to explore the scenic Elqui Valley.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AED 630
AED 630 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Wardrobe or closet
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Presidential Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Presidential Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Wardrobe or closet
  • 125000 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Garden view

About the neighborhood

Located in Vicuña, REFUGIO EL MOLLE is in a rural area and in the mountains. Torre Bauer and Casa Solar de los Madariaga are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museo Entomológico y de Historia Natural and Cerro Tololo Observatory. Observatorio Comunal Cerro Mamalluca and Mamalluca Observatory are also worth visiting. Visit our Vicuña travel guide
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Balmaceda, Vicuña, Coquimbo, 1780000

What's nearby

  • Vicuna (Vicugna vicugna) grazing near saltpans, Atacama Desert, Chile
    Mamalluca Observatory
    37 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Plaza de Vicuna
    24 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Casa Solar de los Madariaga
    25 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Museo Gabriela Mistral
    25 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Sea Avenue
    41 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • La Serena (LSC-La Florida)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Encanto Del Valle
    9 min drive
  • Hostería El Molle
    2 min walk
  • Café Lavanda Del Valle
    6 min drive
  • Restaurante al Sur del Elqui
    13 min walk
  • Restaurant El Maiten
    3 min drive

About this property

REFUGIO EL MOLLE

Hotel in the mountains
Consider a stay at REFUGIO EL MOLLE and take advantage of free full breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a gift shop, and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as heated floors and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Wardrobes/closets and heated floors
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CLP 25,000

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, March, and April.
The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Chile Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Chile and who pay in foreign currency (e.g., USD).
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal: CLP 25000

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

REFUGIO EL MOLLE Hotel
REFUGIO EL MOLLE Vicuña
REFUGIO EL MOLLE Hotel Vicuña

Frequently asked questions

Does REFUGIO EL MOLLE have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is REFUGIO EL MOLLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at REFUGIO EL MOLLE?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 3:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at REFUGIO EL MOLLE?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is REFUGIO EL MOLLE located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Elqui Valley and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Puclaro Dam. Plaza de Vicuna and Torre Bauer are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

REFUGIO EL MOLLE Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

America

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023