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Luciano K, Santiago

Merced 84, Downtown, 8000000 Santiago, Chile. (show on map)

Luciano K is a beautiful boutique hotel located in the heart of Santiago’s bohemian Lastarria neighborhood. The building was originally designed in the 1920s by the renowned Chilean architect Luciano Kulczewski. At the time of its completion in 1928, it held the title of the tallest building in Chile and was famously the first in the city to feature central heating and an elevator.

Today, the hotel has been impeccably restored, blending its original Art Deco glamour with modern comfort. You can still see many of Kulczewski’s signature touches, including the classic marble staircases, geometric floor tiles, and restored wooden doors. A highlight for guests is the tiny, original “cage” elevator, which remains in operation, offering a charming, tangible link to the building’s historic past.

The hotel features 38 stylish rooms and a spectacular 300-square-meter rooftop terrace, “Terraza K.” This space is perfect for relaxing with a cocktail or tapas, featuring a heated outdoor pool and panoramic views overlooking the leafy Parque Forestal and the city skyline.

Its location is ideal for exploring Santiago on foot. It sits directly across from the green spaces of Parque Forestal and is within a ten-minute walk of major cultural landmarks like the Bellas Artes Museum, the Municipal Theatre, and the Plaza de Armas.

Whether you are enjoying a gourmet meal in the lobby restaurant or admiring the views from the roof, the hotel offers an intimate, historic atmosphere that stands out in the center of the Chilean capital.

Expert reviews

Lonely Planet review:

“This new high-design hotel occupies seven floors of a 1920s-era building that was once the tallest in Santiago with the city’s first lift (it’s still in use!). The rooftop claims a trendy bar (with mesmerizing floor tiles) and a pool big enough to fit a small family.”

Fodors review:

“Well located, perched between Plaza Italia, Santiago’s main transportation hub and the Bellas Artes corridor, this hotel was built into one of Santiago’s finest examples of Art Deco architecture, a building that dates back to 1928 and still retains much of its original charm, including the first functioning elevator in the country.”

Telegraph review:

“Luciano K, once the tallest building in Santiago, is an Art Deco building just steps from one of Santiago’s top gastronomic neighbourhoods. Now it is home to 38 elegant rooms topped by a quirky roof terrace and bar serving up park views and heady pisco sours.”

Guest rating

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 5th in Santiago de Chile


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What guests liked


Value for Money

92.47 %

Ranked 4th in Santiago de Chile


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Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Jessica

8 April 2026

Friendly and helpful staff, great value and great location. Would stay again and would recommend to anyone!

Great location, beautiful building, great staff. Super comfy beds and I loved having a bathrobe and slippers.

Nothing- we would stay here again, no doubt!

5.0
Frank

7 April 2026

Excellent hotel had everything we needed.

Helpful friendly professional reception. Accommodating breakfast service. Location. Overall size & interior design. Quiet across from park.

5.0
Zaboussova

7 April 2026

I was glad to stay in that hotel. Comfort, calm, clean.

Communication, bed, shower

4.5
Paula

6 April 2026

Very enjoyable and restful.

The staff was excellent and very helpful. The breakfast and room were super comfortable and nice. The location right outside of the park and within walking distance to many local attractions...

nothing.

5.0
Tania

3 April 2026

It was great

Good location. Great bed - so comfortable. Staff were exceptional- friendly, accomodating & always there to assist. Breakfast was good and we loved the takeaway breakfast bags ready to go when we went on early morning tours!

Nothing

4.0
Stella

1 March 2026

Boutique traditional hotel, aging gracefully, but good value and super friendly helpful staff.

The location was good, and the breakfast was ample with good choices. An early breakfast was arranged when we had a very early tour.
The bed was comfortable, and free wifi was great

The room was quiet, as requested but I didnt think it would come at the expense of having no windows or natural light. Happy with room overall, as long as the internal lights are turned off at night of which we had no control.

4.5
Gareth

27 February 2026

Great hotel, so stayed twice!

Location, staff, rooftop bar and views. Bathroom was great. Very accommodating with holding luggage whilst away for a trip.

No outside windows, bedroom small.

4.0
David

22 February 2026

Lovely staff, lovely building.

Wonderful bed

Cramped room - nowhere to put our cases.

4.5
Irene

21 February 2026

Great place to stay in Santiago

Loved the architecture of the building. It was a nice safe and convenient place to stay

NA

5.0
Bianca

19 February 2026

Excellent location, staff, place overall

Great location, super friendly and professional staff and very nice rooms. Super clean and convenient. Would definitely recommend!

5.0
Charles

14 February 2026

Well located great little boutique hotel

Although a little small the rooms were well designed and comfortable
The hotel itself was an amazing architecturely well designed building
Service was excellent as was the breakfast and the top floor bar and restaurant

Cleaners did an excellent job but we had to ask for toilet paper and tissues on a couple of occasions - not a huge issue

4.5
Katarina

10 February 2026

Perfect living in Santiago

Really nice hotel with nice roof-terrace, very well situated, and the staff at the reception was amazing!! They were so nice and helpt us a lot (including to get tickets to a football game).

4.5
Claudia

3 February 2026

Lovely boutique hotel

Cute boutique hotel. Comfortable and spacious rooms. Great breakfast and central location. Nice terrace. Wonderful staff.

4.5
Mccormack

29 January 2026

Excellent position. Rooftop bar. Helpful staff

Attractive hotel, roof top bar. Friendly, helpful stzff

5.0
Oona

20 January 2026

Charming hotel in a great spot

Location, staff and charm

Nothing

5.0
Lyndsey

18 January 2026

Beautiful and comfortable stay in a historic hotel.

Extremely historic room that had a lot of care taken to preserving it. So unique and beautiful! The rooftop is a wonderful spot for a drink and excellent food. The service was fast and thoughtful. The front desk was outrageously helpful, kind, and patient. They arranged a taxi for us without problem. The breakfast is nice, but simple. The hotel is walking distance from a lot of things. We really enjoyed our stay!

It's no fault of the hotel -- but something to note -- the immediate area is near a bus stop, park, and fountain. Where beautiful by day, it can attract unsafe activity by night. Be mindful of taking a cab later in the evening. Front desk can help arrange it for you!

4.5
Shelly

17 January 2026

Nice hotel in great location

We had a nice stag at Hotel Luciano K over New Year’s Eve. The room was comfortable however there was probably a little too much furniture in the room given its size so it was a little tight for two people with two bags. The bed was comfortable and the shower was hot with good pressure. The staff were really helpful and the location was walking distance to many good neighbourhoods. The roof terrace is a nice place to chill out. Breakfast was good.

4.5
Elizabeth

15 January 2026

Cool vibe, nice price.

Lovely.

Conveniently located and wonderful staff

5.0
Marie

12 January 2026

Well appointed character hotel in great location and friendly staff.

Location was great. A short walk to Lastarria or Bellavista for restaurants or nightlife. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The rooftop bar is brilliant. Best Pisco Sours and Moscow Mules ever! The room was quiet and well appointed. It had everything we needed. The hotel had been renovated but retains the original design which added character and charm.

Nothing. Everything was great.

4.0
Andreas

10 January 2026

Nice stay in Lastarria area!

Great location, welcoming and helpful staff, comfortable beds!

In case the room does not have an exterior-facing window, air ventilation becomes important

4.5
Zoë

9 January 2026

Lovely historic hotel in a nice neighborhood

The hotel is a lovely art deco style building with a historic elevator, comfortable rooms, and a nice rooftop terrace. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating, and the location is excellent - right by the Lastarria neighborhood and a nice park leading to the Museo de Bellas Artes.

The pool was tiny and the water in it was dirty. The room cleaning could have been more thorough - for example the sink was not cleaned.

4.0
Allison

5 January 2026

Art deco building with lots of detailin great location

Great location - quiet area just a 10min walk from restaurants.
Very comfortable beds
Friendly and helpful staff

Pool was so small, no window in the bedroom but there was a window to the atrium

5.0
Terra

2 January 2026

Great location & nice room, would recommend!

Great location, friendly and helpful staff, felt very secure, and the room was good size and clean. The breakfast service was also nice.

The pool didn’t seem well kept so we skipped using it.

5.0
Raiti

30 December 2025

Nice and helpful staff. Delicious snacks at the restaurant

Great location and cool rooftop bar

5.0
Taylor-leigh

24 December 2025

Incredible hotel in a perfect location

The staff were incredibly helpful & let us use the communal rooftop area as we arrived hours before our check in time.
The room was so clean, comfortable & very quiet.
We loved using the sauna each day, as well as the rooftop bar & plunge pool.
The hotel was within walking distance of the main bustling areas & faces a beautiful park.

That we couldn't stay longer!

5.0
Jorge

17 December 2025

Fantastic! I'd definitely recommend it and if I'm ever back in Santiago, I'll stay there.

Breakfast, Location, service, cleanliness

Room size

5.0
Elizabeth

8 December 2025

Gorgeous and comfortable 1920’s art deco hotel in a great part of Santiago

Hotel Luciano K is a totally gorgeous 1920’s art deco hotel. I loved that the original building was not changed . Even the original old lift is still operating. The Hotel is also in the best location for visiting Santiago and there are many great restaurants close by. The bed was super comfortable, roof top bar was great and breakfast was good . Staff are all friendly and helpful with good English which is so helpful.

A suggestion is to ensure the lights in the light wells are turned off early enough for those trying to sleep.

4.0
Zhaira

5 December 2025

Good but compact

Liked that it was located close to the subway and a short walk into the nearest park. The breakfast was a really nice start to the day. We didnt make use of the sauna but it was available. Good sized bed and it was comfortable.

The upstairs pool wasnt very clean and didnt look in use. The rooms are compact and we didnt have loads of space to put our luggage. GF items were only offered on our last morning there. Overall it was a fine enough stay for what we needed.

5.0
Lori

21 November 2025

Exceeded expectation, would recommend if you are wanting to explore Santiago city center for a few days!

Great location, close to good selection of good restaurants and viewpoints, very warm welcoming staff would definitely recommend!

4.0
Stephanie

16 November 2025

Fun art deco property in a great location

Great location. Neat history behind the property. The rooftop bar was a nice touch. The art deco architecture and furnishings were fun.

The breakfast was just alright. Don't drink the coffee.

4.0
Daniel

7 November 2025

A great stay- great room

Very nice building

The lift was tight

5.0
Mojtemotaokoplota

7 November 2025

Pleasant and relaxing.

No problems of any kind - all went smooth.

Can't think of anything.

4.5
Lauren

5 November 2025

Great hotel with storied history.

Excellent and friendly staff! Very welcoming! They gave us a warning about safety in the neighbourhood, that was very helpful as we could tell there were pick pocketer around.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Snack bar
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Car hire
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area
  • - Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Private check-in/check-out
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Sauna

Outdoors

  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Outdoor pool (all year)
  • - Outdoor furniture

Entertainment & family services

  • - Babysitting/child services

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press
  • - Daily housekeeping

Pool and wellness

  • - Rooftop pool
  • - Shallow end
  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Sun umbrellas
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • - Face masks for guests available
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