Fodor's Expert Review Hacienda Santa Cristina

One of the Limarí Valley's best-kept secrets, this homestead is a rural oasis just a few kilometers from the Pan-American Highway as it heads north from Ovalle toward La Serena. The owner's attention to detail can be felt in each luminous, colonial-style room, from the gleaming wrought-iron bedsteads to the monogrammed terrycloth robes. Every room has an impressive view of the valley, which you can enjoy from your terrace with the best breakfast the region has to offer. The loungers and wooden gazebo around the pristine gem of a pool give the perfect opportunity to relax before trying something from the homestead's extensive lunch and dinner menu. It is also a perfect choice for families, with a playground and optional activities such as horseback riding.