W Santiago

"The Santiago location of South America’s collection of upscale Osaka restaurants is one of the best places to try Japanese Peruvian Nikkei cuisine outside of Chile’s northern neighbor. Thanks to the exceptional seafood coming from Chile’s diverse 2,600-mile coastline and the incredible talent in the kitchen, Osaka is one of the hardest tables to score in the city." - Bill Esparza, Hillary Eaton

"In a glass-and-steel tower in the capital’s spotless Las Condes district, the 196-room W (the brand’s first foray into Latin America) owes its tinselly visual appeal to New York designer Tony Chi (whose CV includes Shanghai’s Park Hyatt, on last year’s Hot List). Chi has transformed a whopping chunk of office space with frosted-glass and taffeta partitions, perspective-teasing alpaca ceilings and mirrored walls, and a treasure trove of decorative objects. The pièce de résistance, Whiskey Blue—a cavernous room paneled in copper and stacked with wine bottles—is so showy that even Santiago’s moneyed classes swoon as they sprawl languorously in its plush banquettes. Design is paramount in the ample rooms, too, where floor-to-ceiling windows, fabric-paneled walls, angular furniture, and a plethora of gadgets underscore a masculine sensibility. Personable, resourceful staff provide switched-on service (a bellboy obtained last-minute tickets to a sporting event), but the W’s hefty surcharges are irritating: Phone and in-room Wi-Fi come at a price. What’s worth every penny is the restaurant NoSo, where executive chef Jean-Paul Bondoux (known for his La Bourgogne eateries in Argentina and Uruguay) applies French techniques to Chile’s Pacific sea urchins, abalone, and hake."

"W Santiago won the No. 2 spot, with several readers sharing positive anecdotes from the 190-room hotel. COVID-19 cleaning protocols were also praised. 'The housekeeping service is excellent,' noted one voter." - Samantha Falewée

"Sublime Sushi and Peruvian-Asian Fusion in the W Hotel The Santiago outpost of Lima's most famous Nikkei restaurant (Peruvian-Japanese fusion), Osaka has been a smash hit since it opened in the W Santiago. Cosmopolitan, chic and with sensational sushi, come with an appetite as you try sushi with a twist. Savor their "tiraditos," a play on sashimi with citrusy-chili sauce or rolls with unorthodox toppings like gratin scallops. Perfect service, a beautiful crowd, and delicious food. Wine is extremely overpriced; we recommend sticking to the cocktail menu or paying corkage to bring your own bottle. Isidora Goyenechea 3000, Fourth floor, Las Condes (Metro El Golf) Phone: 56 (2) 2770 0000"

"The W Santiago is where the cool kids stay. Which other hotel would dare to have a sign reading “WHATEVER” at the entrance? Since opening in 2009, the hotel has earned a strong following, both from locals and visitors. Dimly lit with a color scheme of purples, greens, and black, the rooms are modern, with full-length windows overlooking the city. Located in Santiago’s financial district, officially known as El Golf, the W is part of a large skyscraper (hotel reception is on the fourth floor) filled with restaurants and shops. The 196 rooms reach to the 21st floor, and the W has arguably the best roof terrace in town (Hotel Noi Vitacura being a close contender). The roof terrace has an infinity pool, knockout city views, and a heli-pad for those who want to whiz off to wine country or hit the ski slopes in speedy style. By AFAR Traveler"