Cool? Extremely! One of the seven astronomic hotels and the only in the southern hemisphere, this lodging jewel found in Chile is called Elquis Domos. (I discovered this one via The Cool Hunter, who I must say is doing a great job living up to the name.)
Elquis Domos pretends to be a magical place according to the story found on the hotel’s main webpage. The 6 geodesic domes are two-stories: the first floor houses the living room and bathroom and the second story has the main bed and a detachable roof. Other amenities/features include terrace space, telescopes, and specialized astronomic literature. Dark nights and bright stars are the real experience when staying in the Elqui Valley so it really is only appropriate to have offer accommodation that is both unique and allows the visitor to stargaze from their very own bed.
Just when I thought the Elquis Domos was going to throw out some ridiculously inflated rates I opened my eyes to a big surprise. They’re actually mid-range and affordable. During low season you’re in starting at $72 and during the high season for $99. Not bad.
If you want additional services like an astronomic tour or nighttime horse ride it’ll cost you extra, but if you’re looking for a room I’d have to say it couldn’t get better than this.
I’m so there and it will be sooner rather than later!