Hostal Rio Amazonas, Santiago de Chile

It’s in a brilliant location close to the centre. The property has a warm cosy feel and the staff are lovely. I came ten years ago and it was just the same.

The hostal is in a great location, very clean and comfortable. The staff were really helpful and nice.

Very nice place with lovely decorations, good food and great service.

The staff was very helpful. They gave recommendations on where to eat and activities nearby. They even helped us with public transportation and scheduled a taxi. The hotel was adorable with stained glass, crown molding, and wood floors. It's in an accessible location, walking distance to the metro, bus, Lastarria, the market, and barrio Italia. Great overall experience.

Good breakfast. Good social area and bar. Very friendly staff. Nice atmosphere.

Room was extremely noisy. Sleeping with earplugs only. Cleanliness could be improved.

Great building in convenient location

Loved the vibe of the place. Friendly staff, allowed me to check in an hour or two earlier, because the room was clean and available. The place has an expresso machine, a bar and a nice hang out area! There are a lot of paintings and illustrations gracing the walls, so lot's to see and get information off... Great location!

My room was facing the main road so there was quite a bit of road noise. Ask for a room in the back, if you are a light sleeper.

This place is awesome and the staff are the best! Caroline and I got into lots of chats about Chilean Spanish getting to know the culture, she is so rad--and helpful--thank you for the multiple lessons! ... Miriam was also super kind and really helpful, as were all of the rest of the warm and welcoming staff. This place is like a big family--all the people who work here are like a big family, and you can be a part of it for the time that you're here, if you care to. It's a real community vibe, feels excellent, and there are also plenty of guests around to chat with, if you like. The Hostal itself is in a very cool old house with excellent hangout spaces and with quite some variety. The outdoor terrace where breakfast is served is so nice to chill out in and write and drink máte. The sunlight changes throughout the day in the different spaces and makes each one feel differently. It feels really cozy, like your home. Lots of plants and gorgeous oil paintings by the owner of the place of scenes from all over Chile. The room is spacious and filled with light with a comfortable bed. Great location in the midst or between all of the not so touristy and cool districts that I wanted to visit. I really felt at home here relaxing in the various public spaces and getting into conversations with different people who work here. Great restaurant option as well with a nice variety of yummy food and also a bar with drink options. It was super relaxed and easy to be here and feel really comfortable and happy. It was however, difficult to leave! Thank you for a great stay and I will certainly return if I am ever in Santiago again for any amount of time! :)

Leaving was a bit tough!

Run by the owner. The building is old, stylish and comfortable. This accommodation has a wall full of awards recognising it as a comfortable, friendly, well located place to stay. Rooms are large, great outdoor and lounge area. Located an easy walk to the Barrios of interest, the cable car and river

The hostal is well located so you could walk to a lot of things. I liked the decor as it showed some of the family home and its history. Very helpful.

Great location, near the metro and bus stops. As well as walking distance to most tourist districts. Staff is kind and helpful. The bed was comfortable. The old building is very charming, also liked the patio in the middle a lot (suggestion: add a few sofas or armchairs to relax).

Breakfast (paid extra) is served with individual portions, I'd prefer a buffet-style. Filter coffee is included but that from the bar is extra. Room got very hot at night.

The location is good, safe to walk to various interesting areas (our favourite was the Avenida Italia area). The hostal has a nice vibe.

Location great, beds very noisy and uncomfortable

On the whole the hostel is good

Very well located in a secure area, but walking distance to the old colonial town and many good restaurants. The hostal has a most welcoming friendly atmosphere, with a nice bar and restaurant area, and offers their own free map of Santiago and information of all kinds. The top room with four beds we had was spacious and quiet. Breakfast was good value.

Its a preserved, characterful building. So no lift.

Super friendly staff and cool atmosphere. Location was great as well.

Room got pretty hot, AC would be nice.

Well situated

Familiale atmosphère

The property itself was very cool. We loved everything about it. As two female travelers, we felt very safe here.

everything is perfect !

Location was good and it was close to several cool barrios. The property had a historical feel to it and comfortable.

My daughter made the comment that her bedding was not clean but I didn't verify this. She also took issue with the shower cleanliness.

Really friendly and convenient place to stay.

This hostel was one of the best hostels we have stayed in and it is great for families. We are travelling with our 18 and 16 year old kids and the room had a queen and 3 singles. Plenty of room for our bags and had a private bathroom. The staff we extremely helpful, great breakfast and it felt very safe.

Nothing - maybe the stairs however we had backpacks so it wasn’t an issue.

clean and quiet room, nice staff and really cheap!! I really enjoyed my stay in this hostal!!

nothing,everything was ok

Ideal for a solo traveler Very friendly and familiar atmosphere

Character and Friendly Staff

Everything was right. .. lovely staff. quiet room. comfy bed. brilliant location

Breakfast is very good with a wide selection of fruit, bread and eggs if desired. The hostel is within 4 blocks of the Bella Vista area where there a good selection of bars and restaurants. Easy walking or metro distance to Plaza de Armas. Each of the rooms is a bit different since the hostel is in an older home. The rooms in the back are quieter. No AC but most nights are cool. Exceedingly helpful staff.

Upscale hostel in an historic building. Close to the Bella Vista area with restaurants and a few metro stops from Plaza de Armas. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Each room is different.

No AC but typically the temperature cools off in the evening.

Excellent location, friendly staff and tasty breakfast!

Staff was friendly, welcoming and helpful. Location was very convenient. Lovely old building with charm and character. Room on front street was very loud (traffic) but with closed windows (very thick) this wasn’t a problem for except a little stuffy.

Breakfast was prompt and fulling, but the same every day. No gluten free options offered.

Very comfortable, centrally located, clean, and with lovely decoration and design. We appreciated the kind staff, and though we didn't eat breakfast there, it looked like it was delicious! We'd definitely stay there again in Santiago in the future.

Nothing - we really enjoyed our stay.

Breakfast was excellent

Nothing

The staff were always so helpful. Miriam is a gem. She got me checked in and oriented me to the hostel and the area. The rooms are so cozy and bed is comfortable.

Wish there was something on tv I could watch in English. Oh well, got some reading in during the nighttime.

Really well positioned in the centre. Great breakfast

It was an artsy place with warm feelings, great staff and good vibes. They were friendly and helpful with everything

Nothing really. The neighborhood at night

Everything was fantastic. I was very comfortable there and would like to return.

Nothing

Claudia was super helpful with orienting us to Santiago. We had a lovely, comfortable place to call home.

Great position in the centre

Nothing

- The staff - The localization - The peace of the place

Nothing negative

The host was really nice and the hotel is a historic building. It was one a grand home. The rooms are comfortable.

Breakfast was at an extra cost

Super helpful staff great location and good value for money. Highly recommend I would stay here again

Late night noise

Great location, friendly staff

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Great location, friendly staff

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very friendly and helpful staff, charming and authentic rooms, cosy inner courtyard, great value for money.

Location was superb, near the San Christobal and amazing resturants in that area. The building is full of character and the staff were all very helpfull. The comfyest bed and hot shower. Great place to start a trip..

I genuinley cannot think of anything negative. Great value..

The atmosphere is one of the kind and the stuff makes you feel at home. Big breakfast with nice choices. I also like the colourful vibe of the place.

The economy single room was really small and the bathroom was really tight. There was no table to work, but that could be done in the common area.

Everything

Beautiful old house, very charming atmosphere

I have back issues and found the bed a little uncomfortable over time.

Great central location and amazing staff.

Central location, friendly and helpful staff, quiet and safe place, clean and lovely

Great location and super friendly and welcoming staf. Nice breakfast for cheap price. Heating system was not working, but they provided electric heater which was a good enough to keep the room warm. I would highly recomend this place especially for solo travelers.

Brilliant choice for a stay in Santiago in a great location. The staff are lovely and there's a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Our room was great, spacious with a good bathroom. Free secure parking was available for us.