San Antonio, Chile (March 10, 2015) – Sonesta is expanding its global portfolio in Chile with the opening of Sonesta Hotel San Antonio, a modern and contemporary new build property that will feature 70 guest rooms, including seven Junior Suites and seven Executive Suites, operated under the management of GHL Hotels. This is the fourth Sonesta and GHL managed property in the Republic of Chile.
San Antonio is the capital of the San Antonio province at the heart of the coastal area that spans from Rocas de Santo Domingo to Cartagena. Located adjacent to the city’s vibrant Parque Arauco Mall complex and bayside promenade, Sonesta Hotel San Antonio is conveniently situated near the busiest port on South America’s western coast and is a major hub for commerce.
Sonesta Hotel San Antonio also serves as an ideal base from which to explore one of the most beautiful regions of Chile. It is is just a short drive to some of the country’s most breathtaking natural wonders such as the protected wetland, El Yali National Reserve, and one of the last remaining havens of the Chilean Wine Palm tree, La Campana National Park. Beyond the natural beauty surrounding the Sonesta Hotel San Antonio, there are also a variety of cultural destinations within driving distance. The fabled coastal city of Valparaiso lies just 55 miles north and is a historical collection of beautiful architecture spread over the Chilean hills. Meanwhile, Santiago, the bustling capital of Chile, offering a fascinating blend of modern and colonial traditions in an Andean setting, lies 66 miles due east.
The hotel’s 70 rooms are divided into Standard, Executive, and Jr Suite selections. All of which are equipped with the highest international standards of modern comforts and provide natural light through all-glass walls, boasting spectacular views of the bay and surrounding low Andean foothills. A fifth-floor restaurant also offers guests sweeping bay views while dining. All guests will enjoy the relaxing setting of the hotel’s comfortable surroundings, paired with first class amenities, room-service, 42″ LCD television, electronic safe, air conditioning, minibar and high-speed internet.
Sonesta Hotel San Antonio is ideal for hosting corporate meetings and special events. With 3,500 square feet of meetings space combined with a full service business center, the hotel’s flexible spaces can accommodate both large groups and small gatherings for a variety of events from business to social.
Sonesta is passionate about offering guests a sense of place, not just a place to stay. The addition of Sonesta Hotel San Antonio further reflects the brands commitment to delivering truly authentic hospitality in a collection of diverse and distinctive properties as individual as its guests.
GHL Hoteles, Latin America hotel operator and brand developer, has over 50 years of experience with presence in eight countries, operating more than 56 hotels. GHL Hoteles, has been positioned as a recognized multi-brand hotel operator focused on the professional direction of each management area, and has acted as hotel developer with brands including Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Sonesta Collection, Sonesta posadas del Inca, Wyndham, Hyatt Place, GHL Collection, GHL Style, GHL Relax with major hotel chains in the American region.
