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REFUGIO EL MOLLE

3.0 star property
Hotel in Vicuña with free breakfast and spa services

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Nestled in the mountains, REFUGIO EL MOLLE offers a serene retreat. Take a refreshing dip in the indoor or outdoor pool, unwind with a hot stone massage at the spa or stroll through the garden. With free WiFi and bicycle rentals available, guests can stay connected and explore nearby Elqui Valley.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NT$4,747
NT$4,747 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Living room
  • 712 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Living room
  • 1345500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Presidential Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Presidential Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
  • 712 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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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.
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Balmaceda, Vicuña, Coquimbo, 1780000

What's nearby

  • Elqui Valley - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mamalluca Observatory - 46 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Observatorio Comunal Cerro Mamalluca - 46 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Sea Avenue - 48 min drive - 47.5 km
  • La Serena Beach - 48 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Refugio El Molle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant El Maiten - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Don Chuma - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hostería El Molle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Sur del Elqui - ‬4 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 hot stone 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, wedding services, and smoke-free premises
  • A reception hall, a gift shop, and tour/ticket assistance
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

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

Family friendly

  • 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: 5:30 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

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 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 asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%).
  • 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
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.

How much does it cost to stay at REFUGIO EL MOLLE?

As of 2025/9/1, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REFUGIO EL MOLLE on 2025/9/2 start from NT$4,747, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is REFUGIO EL MOLLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at REFUGIO EL MOLLE?

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: 5:30 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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REFUGIO EL MOLLE Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

America

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