Mercure Santiago Centro

“Decent for the price”

Hotel, food and pool were decent for the price, neighborhood was a bit sketchy at night. The location was great during the day though. Overall was moderate pleased with the stay, would maybe look at staying somewhere a bit more upmarket in a safer location in future.

“More of a 3.5 than a 4.0 really.”

I quite liked the hotel on the whole. Unlike some of the other reviews, I didn't think the area was so bad, yes it's a little grungy, especially after dark but it's a very central location and perfect for exploring Santiago. The rooms are decent, and a good size. The breakfast was generally fine ... more

I quite liked the hotel on the whole. Unlike some of the other reviews, I didn't think the area was so bad, yes it's a little grungy, especially after dark but it's a very central location and perfect for exploring Santiago. The rooms are decent, and a good size. The breakfast was generally fine apart from the scrambled eggs which are not pleasant and need to be improved. The outside space and pool are pretty nice but the music being played is always way too loud. This makes it impossible to sit and read or even listen to a podcast. In a city hotel, doesn't it make more sense for the outside space to be a quiet, tranquil place away from the heat and noise of the city? So, it's a fairly good hotel, but for me there's some improvements to be made.

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“An Unexpectedly Great Hotel Experience”

I think for some from the US it could be a bit intimidating having to choose from a lot of local hotels not representing the chain brands where used to. Rest assured that this hotel is at least as good, if not better than in some ways, as any Hilton, Marriott, Windham, or Holiday Inn. Getting he... more

I think for some from the US it could be a bit intimidating having to choose from a lot of local hotels not representing the chain brands where used to. Rest assured that this hotel is at least as good, if not better than in some ways, as any Hilton, Marriott, Windham, or Holiday Inn. Getting here from the airport was more expensive than it could have been. Had we contacted the hotel directly, we likely may have gotten the ride for 25k instead of the 40k our illegitimate "taxi charged us. The front desk was very helpful in arranging this for us when we checked out and headed to our next hotel. In general, hotel staff was very friendly and helpful with advice, almost always in fluent English, anytime we needed it. They provided local recommendations and even warnings about places to avoid when going out, especially at night. One staff member even called out to me as I walked out the door to let me know I'd forgotten my phone was in my back pocket. Further, he recommended places to go to get drinks in the area because those at the hotel were so expensive. Our room was perfectly positioned with a view of the National Library and the adjacent Santa Lucia Hill, both of which we easily reached from the hotel by walking. The room was clean and comfortable and included outlets that fit US style 110 volt plugs. There was a main light switch on the wall near the beds - I like this feature in hotels and it's becoming more common these days. Things were generally clean, although nothing like the beautiful photos that make the property appear brand new and spotless. For the price, this was ultimately a wonderful stay.

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“Great base in Santiago ”

Rooms are clean, adequate, and comfortable. They forgot to give us towels, but that was quickly remedied. We were very grateful to be able to check in early after a red-eye flight. Pool is cute (if cold!), and pool bar is delightful. Location is great, in the center of things and right on top of... more

Rooms are clean, adequate, and comfortable. They forgot to give us towels, but that was quickly remedied. We were very grateful to be able to check in early after a red-eye flight. Pool is cute (if cold!), and pool bar is delightful. Location is great, in the center of things and right on top of a subway station.

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