Set on the sunbaked edges of San Pedro de Atacama, this desert retreat reimagines luxury as something simpler, deeper and altogether more soulful. Here, at UNAI, nature takes the lead. And guests follow — slowly, thoughtfully, and barefoot, if they choose.
Born from a shared dream, UNAI is as personal as it is purposeful. There are no grand façades or crowded lobbies here. Instead, luxury takes the shape of generous space, thoughtful design and moments that feel utterly your own. South African-crafted tents are carefully placed for maximum privacy and uninterrupted views of the majestic Licancabur volcano. Every detail, from every beam of filtered sunlight to every breeze through carob trees, feels intentional.
Mornings begin with tranquillity and volcanic silhouettes. Afternoons stretch into soul-stirring explorations, with curated adventures into salt flats, lunar valleys and ancient cultural sites. Evenings invite stargazing beside firepits, and dinners that dance between local flavour and fine craft — thanks to the culinary creativity of chefs Juan Pablo Mardones and Maureen Jones, whose menus echo the landscape they serve. And then, there’s the wellness offering: a shaded, sacred space beneath native trees where guests can slow down, stretch out and simply be.