Palafito 1326 Hotel Boutique
The architecture and design of Palafito 1326, offers clean and modern lines, which together with the native wood floor and wall lighting that passes through the spaces, from land to sea, producing a warming effect on the visitor and their wellbeing. The hotel has excellent insulation between rooms, glass panels and thermal heating. Additionally, internet lounge, dining-living room and big terraces, overing you beautiful panoramic views overlooking the river. This stay is a true window into the culture of the region.
Hotel Palafito 1326 Hotel Boutique
Castro is the capital of Chiloé and its most largest city. The town is located an hour or two from the ferry that drops you off on the island. The town Castro provides a very central location, easy access to public transport such as buses, which will take you to many of the other interesting towns on the island as well as Chiloé’s national park making it easy to get around when heading out to explore the outdoors, which Castro has to offer. Castro, Chileo has a rich history. The palafitos are present in the edges of lakes, ponds, rivers, wetlands of the sea of all the continents, although they predominate in Asia and South America. These constructions served to protect themselves from hostile animals and neighbours. The origin in Chiloe is associated with the maritime history of native peoples such as the chono (sea nomads) and the huilliche (earth nomads), that settled in the coast land of Chiloe.
- 24 hour front desk
- Beautiful location
- Wonderfully decorated throughout
- Rooms come all with private bathrooms
- Variety of activities and guided tours
- Breakfast included for all rooms daily
- Terrace – 360 panoramic view overlooking the river
- Unique Native Architecture
- Warm & Inviting facilities
- Lounge Bar Cafe
There are a variety of rooms to choose from at the Palafito 1326 Hotel Boutique, these are: Double Room with Extra Bed and Sea View, Double Room with Lateral View, Double Room with Extra Bed with Street View & Standard Twin Room with Street View which comes with 2 Beds. All rooms include hot water, WIFI, a private bathroom and central heating. Within this hotel guests will benefit from a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and WIFI which is free of charge. There are also a number of other facilities included, such as a tour desk, luggage storage and laundry facilities.
Hotel Palafito 1326 provides you with a lounge bar cafe which is located within the hotel. The hotel invites you to enjoy the sunsets on the terrace with a typical pisco sour, rich tables, exquisite cakes, sandwiches, native craft beers, selected wines and much more. We offer a cozy atmosphere, where you can live an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Palafitos de Gambo. La Terraza Lounge Bar Cafe, has a modern architecture within the famous Palafitos de Gamboa, which offers a friendly atmosphere with an idyllic view of Castro’s Bay, perfect for relaxing and catching up with friends.
There are various numbers of activities which can be enjoyed on site or in the hotel’s surroundings, from horseback riding, fishing, hiking and kayaking to full adventure trips. These activities and guided tours can be booked directly from the hotel and further information in regards to various tours/activities that are available.
The main idea of this trip is to get to see Chiloé National Park from a different view. Leaving from the Hotel in Castro on the transfer you will cross the town of Huillinco and around Huillinco and Cucao lakesides. Once in Cucao, you will ride horses through the dunes on the pacific beach. After the horseback ride, you will visit the premises of the park where you will enjoy a small picnic and then take a walk along the Tepual trail, and contemplate the native vegetation. Finishing the trekking you will head back on the transfer to the hotel in Castro. Included in this trip are the following: transfers, horse, equipment such as ponchos/rain coats, first aid kit, national park ticket and a qualified guide.
Duration: 6h (+2h from Castro)
Punta Pirulil is situated south from Chiloé National Park, it is a place mainly inhabited by people of the area. Your adventure begins in Cucao, you firstly take south to Rahue where you will visit a local couple, great fossil gatherers with in depth knowledge of these remote surroundings. After, you will go to Punta Pirulil adventuring towards the “Muelle de las Almas” (Pier of Souls), which is the final mystic destination. The story tells that after you die, your soul goes to this Pier and asks for “balseo” (a boat ride) that is when a white sailed wooden boat approaches with a long bearded boatman standing. He will ask for two coins in exchange of carrying your soul to the afterlife. This is you break spot where you can also contemplate the majestic Pacific Ocean and the incredible bird wildlife that the region has to offer. Necessary equipment for this trip are essential, those are the following: adequate hiking boots, sun protection (i.e. hats, sun cream, water). Entrance tickets, a picnic, tour guide, transfers and first aid kit is included in this adventurous trip.
Duration: 4h (+2h from Castro)
Children of any age are welcomed to stay at the hotel with their families, however, prices vary depending on the children’s ages and number of children
Cot & Extra bed policies: There is no capacity for cots or beds at this hotel
