Hotel Costa Real La Serena, La Serena ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Francisco De Aguirre 170, La Serena, Chile

Hotel Costa Real is situated in La Serena, Chile, just blocks from the city's main street and bus terminal. This smoke-free hotel combines convenience with a range of modern amenities. The historic President Gabriel González Videla Regional History Museum is located a short distance away. Guests can enjoy the nearby natural attractions, including Kokoro No Niwa Japanese Garden and El Faro Beach.

Location

Located only 10 minutes from La Serena Airport, Hotel Costa Real is conveniently positioned for travelers. The hotel lies just 3 blocks from the main street and the bus terminal, making it easy to access local attractions. Nearby points of interest include the Lighthouse of La Serena and various shopping centers, enriching the guest experience. Guests can enjoy transportation options to explore the beautiful coastal area.

Rooms

Each of the 51 rooms at Hotel Costa Real comes equipped with a private bathroom featuring complimentary toiletries and a terrace that offers views of the city. Guests can expect flat-screen TVs, minibars, and safes in every room. Certain accommodations include a seating area, providing a relaxing space after a day of exploration. All rooms are also outfitted with free WiFi for guest convenience.

Eat & Drink

Guests are invited to start their day with a complimentary buffet breakfast, served daily. The onsite restaurant, El Gran Gabito, provides a range of meal options. Additionally, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe are available for guests seeking refreshments. Room service is offered for those who prefer dining in the comfort of their room.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Costa Real features a year-round outdoor pool surrounded by a terrace, perfect for relaxation. The hotel also includes meeting rooms, an event hall, and a business center for corporate travelers. Guests can utilize concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry services, ensuring a comfortable stay. A 24-hour front desk is on hand to assist with any inquiries.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

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2 Single beds

City view

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

La Serena2700 ft

Airports

La Florida (LSC) 3.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

The bar and restaurant offered a fantastic selection of meals, and every dish we tried was cooked to perfection.view full review

Accessible Spaces

The public spaces were well-designed, making navigation easy and comfortable for all guests.view full review

Comfortable Rooms

Our bedroom was incredibly cozy, with plush bedding that made it easy to relax after a long day.view full review

Inviting Common Areas

The reception and bar areas were beautifully decorated and create a welcoming atmosphere perfect for unwinding.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Francisco De Aguirre 170, La Serena, Chile

Map view

Francisco De Aguirre 170, La Serena, Chile

City landmarks

Square

Plaza de Armas

3400 ft

Cienfuegos 351

La Recova Craft Market

3400 ft

Botanical Garden

Japones Jardin del Corazon Park

3500 ft

Cordovez s/n.

Archaeological Museum of La Serena

3400 ft

Shopping Area

Puerta del Mar

3500 ft

Lighthouse

Lighthouse of la Serena

1.1 mi

Shopping Area

Mall Plaza La Serena

3000 ft

c/Balmaceda N 1080

Casa Carmona

2200 ft

Church

Iglesia La Merced

2300 ft

Church

Iglesia Santa Ines

2800 ft

Cordovez esquina con Cienfuegos

Museo Arqueologico de La Serena

2900 ft

Vicuna

Valle del Elqui

3400 ft

Calle Infante Ecke Anfion Munoz

Mineralogical Museum

3400 ft

Parks

Parque Pedro de Valdivia

3500 ft

Francisco de Aguirre 0300

Casa de las Palmeras

2800 ft

Church

Iglesia San Agustin

2900 ft

La Serena

Japanese Garden Park La Serena

3500 ft

Nearby

Museums

Casa Gabriel Gonzalez Videla Historical Museum

1200 ft

Church

Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral

1500 ft

Square

Plaza Nobel Gabriela Mistral

500 ft

Plaza de Armas

Santo Domingo Church

900 ft

La Serena

Barrio Patrimonial La Serena

1600 ft

Arturo Prat con Cienfuegos No 402 - Costado La Recova

San Agustin

1600 ft

Balmaceda

San Francisco Church

1700 ft

Church

Iglesia San Juan De Dios

2000 ft

25 Eduardo de La Barra

Parque Japones

700 ft

Public Building

I. Municipalidad de La Serena

1900 ft

Square

Museo de Avenida Francisco de Aguirre

700 ft

Matta

Plaza Gabriel Gonzalez Videla

1200 ft

Square

Iglesia San Francisco

1700 ft

Restaurants

Moscatel

700 ft

Pedro Pablo Munoz 580

La Escalera

800 ft

826 Andrés Bello

Entre Tablas

1000 ft

Eduardo de La Barra 280

D'Autor Restaurant

1000 ft

Juan de Dios Peni 299

Terrazza Restaurant

1700 ft

Eduardo de La Barra 435 Entre Balmaceda y Los Carreras

Trento Caffe

1400 ft

Matta 520 A pocos metros de la plaza de armas

Pukhara RestoBar

1600 ft

Eduardo De La Barra 417

Playa Gourmet

1400 ft

Puertas Del Mar

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Secure parking

Rude service

Noisy rooms

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

7.1

Location

8.9

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Barry

United States of America, September 2024

6.6/10

The hotel is ideally located, providing secure underground parking and easy access to the bus terminal, which is just a short walk away. The rooms are spacious and clean, offering a comfortable stay. However, the service left something to be desired, as the staff were not very friendly or helpful. The dining options were also quite basic and lacked variety, which was disappointing during my stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and clean, ensuring a comfortable environment to relax in.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, with staff not being friendly or particularly helpful during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is great, with secure underground parking and it’s close to the center of La Serena and the bus terminal.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were rather basic, offering only a limited selection, which was quite poor compared to what I expected.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers decent facilities, though they could use some updating to enhance overall guest experience.

Trevor

United States of America, July 2024

6.2/10

I had a great stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, just outside the main center and within walking distance to the bus terminal. The rooms were clean and comfy but quite cold at times. Unfortunately, the staff could use some improvement as they weren't very friendly or helpful. The dining options were also lacking, with a basic breakfast selection. Overall, it was a decent experience, but some areas could definitely be better.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were really comfortable but could feel a bit too cold for comfort at times. They had floor-to-ceiling windows which let in a lot of light, but there were no black-out curtains, so it felt sunny all night.

Service

5.0

The service wasn't the best; I found the staff to be not very friendly or helpful when I dropped some money on the floor. They hardly spoke any English, which made communication a bit challenging.

Location

9.0

The location is really good, just outside the main center, making it easy to access local attractions and the bus terminal. There’s also secure underground parking available, which is a plus.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left a bit to be desired. The breakfast was quite basic, only offering scrambled eggs and toast, with no hot options other than that.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but nothing stood out as exceptional during my stay.

Clarence

United States of America, July 2024

5.8/10

I had a bit of a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is great, being close to the main attractions and offering free parking, which I appreciated. However, the rooms, while acceptable, felt a little dated and noisy due to the street outside. The service left much to be desired as the staff weren't very friendly or helpful. Overall, it was decent for the price, but some areas definitely need improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were a bit tired by US standards but still acceptable, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that made it sunny all night. I was on the second floor overlooking a busy street, so it wasn't exactly quiet.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, the service was lacking. Staff were quite rude and indifferent to our needs, which detracted from the overall experience.

Location

9.0

The location is really good, just outside the main center and within easy walking distance of the bus terminal, plus there’s secure underground parking available.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were pretty basic, with a limited breakfast that didn't include many hot choices apart from scrambled eggs.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities could use some updating, but they were functional enough for our needs.

Great location

Rude service

Otto

United States of America, July 2024

7.2/10

The hotel is in a great location, with easy access to malls and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the staff are helpful and friendly. On the downside, the breakfast options could definitely be improved, and the service varied greatly, with some staff being quite rude. Overall, I think it offers decent value for money, but the dining experience could be better.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, although my room faced the main street and was a little noisy.

Service

6.0

While most of the staff were friendly and helpful, I had a troubling experience with one staff member who was quite rude.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic and very convenient for exploring La Serena, as it’s within walking distance to most attractions.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was not what I expected, mainly consisting of basic options and lacking variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had nice facilities, including a pool area that was well-kept and enjoyable.

Don

United States of America, June 2024

6.6/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, which had a lovely quiet atmosphere and clean rooms. The location was really good, offering secure parking and easy access to the town. However, the service could definitely use some improvement as staff were not the friendliest. The breakfast was quite basic and left something to be desired, though the overall price was still reasonable for what I got.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and offered a comfortable stay. I appreciated that they faced the backyard with a grassy pool area, creating a nice, quiet environment.

Service

5.0

While some staff were helpful, I found the overall attitude to be quite indifferent, which was disappointing.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a great location, close to the center of town and with secure underground parking, which made it convenient to get around.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast to be quite poor, with limited hot options and a very basic selection. It didn’t quite meet my expectations.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a nice pool area, which was well maintained and enjoyable.

Alfred

United States of America, June 2024

7.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel. The location is quite good, just outside the main center and with secure underground parking. The rooms were spacious and clean, although a bit noisy from the main road. The service was friendly, but the language barrier was challenging at times. The dining experience was lacking in variety, especially at breakfast. Overall, it was a good value for the money, but there are areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and exceptionally clean, though a bit noisy when the windows were open. I loved the floor-to-ceiling windows, but the absence of black-out curtains was a drawback.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, especially from John Phillip, who was very kind despite the language barrier. I appreciated the helpfulness, even when I dropped some money on the floor.

Location

9.0

The location is really good, just outside the main center, making it easy to walk to the bus terminal. Plus, the secure underground parking was a big plus.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were pretty basic and didn't impress me. The breakfast buffet was limited to scrambled eggs, toast, and some fruits.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered a nice atmosphere, but there were limited amenities available. It would have been nice to have more facilities to use during my stay.

Jason

United States of America, June 2024

5.4/10

I stayed at this hotel and found it had a great location close to the center of La Serena and offered free parking, which was a plus. The rooms, however, felt a bit dated and had issues like a cracked washbasin. The service left much to be desired as staff were indifferent to our requests. The dining experience was basic, with limited breakfast options. Overall, it’s decent for the location and price, but improvements are definitely needed in several areas.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms appeared tired and dated, with a cracked washbasin in the bathroom, and it got hot and noisy without air conditioning.

Service

5.0

The service was subpar, with staff being extremely rude and indifferent to our needs, which was really disappointing.

Location

9.0

The location was convenient, close to the center of town with secure underground parking, making it easy to access everything in La Serena.

Dining

5.0

The dining was pretty basic, lacking variety. The breakfast spread was usual buffet style but didn’t have many hot options besides scrambled eggs.

Facilities

5.0

I didn’t find any standout facilities; they felt quite ordinary and didn’t have any luxurious amenities.

Charles

United States of America, May 2024

6.8/10

I had a pleasant experience at this hotel, thanks to its great location and friendly staff. The rooms were fairly comfortable, featuring a spacious bed, but they could use a bit of refreshing. The dining options were limited, especially for breakfast, which was disappointing. Overall, it provides good value for the price, but some areas could definitely improve.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were fairly comfortable, with a vast bed, but a bit run down and sometimes too cold for comfort.

Service

6.0

The staff was kind, especially John Phillip, but I found some others not very helpful or friendly.

Location

9.0

The location is really good, offering free secure underground parking and easy access to malls and many restaurants.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were basic and lacked variety, with only scrambled eggs as the hot option, making it a bit underwhelming.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had good amenities, but nothing particularly stood out.

Nick

United States of America, May 2024

6.8/10

I found the hotel in a really good location, close to the center of La Serena and just a short walk from the beach. My room was spacious and quiet, overlooking the pool area, which was nice. However, the service left much to be desired as the staff were not very friendly and struggled with English. The dining experience was fairly average, but the facilities, especially the pool, were pleasant enough. Overall, it offers good value for money, but there are definitely areas that need improvement.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious and faced the pool area, making it a quiet and comfortable place to relax.

Service

5.0

The staff hardly spoke any English and were quite rude and indifferent to my needs.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a really good location, close to the center and within walking distance of most attractions in La Serena.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite basic and lacked variety, with coffee served from a mug and only toast available for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was nice and well-maintained, providing a good spot to unwind.

Derek

United States of America, May 2024

5.6/10

The hotel has a great location near the bus terminal, which made it easy to explore La Serena. The rooms were comfortable, but could use some updates, especially in the bathroom. Unfortunately, the service was rather poor, which affected my overall experience. While the breakfast offered some decent options, it wasn't exactly impressive.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were comfortable, but they felt a bit tired and dated. The bathroom had a cracked washbasin, which could be improved.

Service

5.0

The service was disappointing; the staff seemed rude and indifferent to our needs, making for an unpleasant experience.

Location

8.0

The location was quite good, just outside the main center and within easy walking distance of the bus terminal.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was buffet style, but it lacked variety and only had basic options like scrambled eggs and toast.