How Axel worksAxel $182 a night vs $189 on Expedia at Hotel Kimal, Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026: $7 a night less (4%). Seen Oct 10.
3-star hotel · Domingo Atienza 452, San Pedro de Atacama
Smoke-free property · Heating · Ticket assistance · Garden · Television in lobby · Terrace · Fire Extinguisher · All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private) · No elevators · Reception desk · Soundproof rooms · Room service
Hotels in San Pedro de AtacamaA rustic 3-star boutique hotel in San Pedro’s historic center
8.2/10
A characterful central base with helpful staff, but check pool access and room comforts.
Hotel Kimal is a rustic 3-star boutique hotel just off Caracoles Street, with traditional adobe architecture rather than resort polish. It’s a strong pick for exploring San Pedro on foot and heading out on early excursions. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise cleanliness, helpful staff and the convenient location; Paacha restaurant and takeaway breakfasts are useful bonuses for sightseeing days.
The rooms are simple, and some doubles are compact. Recent Tripadvisor guests report weak in-room Wi-Fi and reception-controlled air conditioning, with management acknowledging both issues. Pool access also needs checking: Expedia listed renovations through September 15, 2026, while Booking.com listed closure through September 30; reopening is unconfirmed. We’d choose it for local character and convenience, but skip it for dependable room connectivity or a pool-focused stay.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$208 a night with Axel against $212 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $4 a night less (2%).
Standard Triple room (full double bed and single bed) (queen size bed) · non-refundable
$4/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$211 a night with Axel against $215 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $4 a night less (2%).
Standard Quadruple Family room (full double bed and twin beds) (welcome drink) · non-refundable
$4/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$182 a night with Axel against $189 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $7 a night less (4%).
Twin Chalet (twin beds) · non-refundable
$7/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$182 a night with Axel against $189 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $7 a night less (4%).
Standard Quadruple room (full double bed and twin beds) · refundable
$7/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 10
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Axel $182 a night vs $189 on Expedia at Hotel Kimal, Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026: $7 a night less (4%). Seen Oct 10.
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A characterful central base with helpful staff, but check pool access and room comforts. A rustic 3-star boutique hotel in San Pedro’s historic center, scored for what it is.
Hotel Kimal is a rustic 3-star boutique hotel just off Caracoles Street, with traditional adobe architecture rather than resort polish. It’s a strong pick for exploring San Pedro on foot and heading out on early excursions. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise cleanliness, helpful staff and the convenient location; Paacha restaurant and takeaway breakfasts are useful bonuses for sightseeing days.
The rooms are simple, and some doubles are compact. Recent Tripadvisor guests report weak in-room Wi-Fi and reception-controlled air conditioning, with management acknowledging both issues. Pool access also needs checking: Expedia listed renovations through September 15, 2026, while Booking.com listed closure through September 30; reopening is unconfirmed. We’d choose it for local character and convenience, but skip it for dependable room connectivity or a pool-focused stay.
Best for: couples exploring San Pedro on foot; travelers taking early desert excursions; guests who prefer traditional architecture
Watch out for: pool reopening unconfirmed after September 2026 closure; weak Wi-Fi inside some adobe rooms; reported restrictions on air-conditioning controls
Location: Just off Caracoles Street, within easy walking distance of restaurants, shops and the main square.
Rooms: Traditional adobe rooms; standard doubles are listed at 18 square meters, with some recent comfort complaints.
Cleanliness: A consistent strength in guest feedback, supported by strong Booking.com and Expedia cleanliness ratings.
Service: Usually praised as friendly and helpful, including assistance with early takeaway breakfasts.
Amenities: Paacha restaurant, included breakfast, free parking and wellness services; confirm pool availability.
Fees and surprises: Airport transfers cost extra; confirm VAT-exemption requirements and whether booking Hotel Kimal or sister property Poblado Kimal.
Axel's opinion of Hotel Kimal, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Hotel Kimal within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $208 a night · non-refundable · Standard Triple room (full double bed and single bed) (queen size bed) | $212 a night on Expedia | $4 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $211 a night · non-refundable · Standard Quadruple Family room (full double bed and twin beds) (welcome drink) | $215 a night on Expedia | $4 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $182 a night · non-refundable · Twin Chalet (twin beds) | $189 a night on Expedia | $7 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $182 a night · refundable · Standard Quadruple room (full double bed and twin beds) | $189 a night on Expedia | $7 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book |
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