Bellavista

Santiago
Bellavista showing outdoor art and street scenes
Streets lined with murals, boutique shops, a lively nightlife, a picturesque urban park and a hilltop lookout make this one of Santiago’s most exciting neighborhoods.

Bellavista is a bohemian neighborhood, or “barrio,” in Santiago with colorful architecture, natural beauty, history, nightlife and shopping. The neighborhood thrives on the energy of its cafés, bars, galleries and boutiques. Visit the stores and restaurants occupying colorful old homes and converted warehouses as you walk through the maze of leafy streets. 

On Calle Pío Nono, cafés spill out onto the pavements and locals dance in bars to live music. Browse the stalls of the weekend Feria Artesanal Pío Nono market for local handicrafts. Stroll around the courtyards of Patio Bellavista, a modern retail complex, to find bars, restaurants, wine sellers, souvenir shops and art galleries. Catch a theater production, stand-up comedy or tango show at El Cachafaz Teatro Café Concert.

Shop for precious stones, jewelry and trinkets in stores along Avenida Bellavista. Retailers here are famous for crafting figurines, jewelry and home décor from lapis lazuli, a blue semi-precious stone commonly found in northern Chile. 

Be sure to visit La Chascona, the former home of revered Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. Find displays of Neruda’s personal items, including African carvings, a book collection and his certificate for winning the 1971 Nobel Prize in Literature. A painting of Neruda’s face in profile is the subject of one of the many striking street murals that you’ll come across in Bellavista. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the works of both amateur and professional artists.

Enjoy the green spaces and recreational activities at the tree-filled Parque Metropolitano, Santiago’s largest urban park. Follow walking trails to discover manicured gardens, picnic spots and children’s play areas. Cool off in the two public swimming pools during the summer months. See more than 150 animal species at the Chile National Zoo. 

Walk, cycle or ride the funicular to the Cerro San Cristóbal lookout for city views. On a clear day it’s possible to see the snow-covered peaks of the Andes mountain range. Check out the tall Virgin Mary statue, an iconic Santiago landmark. 

Barrio Bellavista lies between the Mapocho River and the picturesque Cerro San Cristobal. Located in the northwest corner of the Providencia suburb, Barrio Bellavista is easily accessible by public buses and the metro. A hop-on hop-off tourist bus stops at Patio Bellavista and Parque Metropolitano. Walk to Barrio Bellavista in 25 minutes from Plaza de Armas, via Parque Forestal.


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Top hotels in Bellavista

Hotel Boutique Tremo
Hotel Boutique Tremo
3 out of 5
Alberto Reyes 32, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P3,676 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
P3,676
P3,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Costanera Center and San Cristobal Hill are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (269 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff"

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024

Hotel Boutique Tremo
Hotel Boutique Castillo Rojo
Hotel Boutique Castillo Rojo
4 out of 5
Constitucion 195, Bellavista, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P9,454 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
P9,454
P9,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (504 reviews)
"This an excellent hotel. Comfortable and charming with extremely helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

Hotel Boutique Castillo Rojo
Hotel Sonetto
Hotel Sonetto
3 out of 5
281 Av. Sta. María, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is P2,574 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
P2,574
P2,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (92 reviews)
"Over all the experience was great, but they didn’t fix my cable throughout my whole stay, so it was a boomer."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2024

Hotel Sonetto
Tremo Hotel Boutique Bellas Artes
Tremo Hotel Boutique Bellas Artes
3.5 out of 5
Bellavista 284, Recoleta, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is P3,151 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
P3,151
P3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Costanera Center and Plaza de Armas are located ...
6.6/10 (83 reviews)
"No me pude ni bañar en ese baño tan horrible"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2024

Tremo Hotel Boutique Bellas Artes
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Armando Cortinez Norte 2150, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P10,212 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P10,212
P10,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was great !"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel
ICON Hotel
ICON Hotel
4 out of 5
Av. Alonso de Cordova 6050, Las Condes, Santiago
The price is P7,793 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P7,793
P7,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Extremely accomodating to me despite me not knowing the language. Great room, great view, excellent food. Would come again!"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

ICON Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bellavista

Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Lastarria

Lastarria is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lastarria District and Santa Lucia Hill while in the area.

Lastarria
Santa Lucia Hill showing street scenes, a park and chateau or palace

Bellas Artes

Museums, coffeehouses, and historic sites are just a few things travelers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Santa Lucia Hill and Forest Park are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.

Bellas Artes
Providencia featuring cycling, a sporting event and street scenes

Providencia

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Gran Torre Santiago are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Pedro de Valdivia Station or Los Leones Station to see more of the city.

Providencia
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Barrio Italia

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Barrio Italia and you might want to plan a stop by Plaza Baquedano and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in the area.

Barrio Italia
Lo Contador featuring road cycling and tranquil scenes

Recoleta

Noted for its cafes and museums, there's plenty to explore in Recoleta. Top attractions like Santiago Metropolitan Park and San Cristobal Hill are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Einstein Station or Cemetery Station to see more of the city.

Recoleta
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Barrio Brasil

Unique features of Barrio Brasil include the historic sites and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza Brasil or Basílica del Salvador while you're exploring the area.

Barrio Brasil

Bellavista