Independencia
Santiago
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Popular places to visit
Costanera Center
Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
Parque Arauco Mall
During your trip to Santiago, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Parque Arauco Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this vibrant area.
Movistar Arena
Catch an event at Movistar Arena during your trip to Santiago. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.
Palacio de la Moneda
Visit the courtyards of this magnificent neoclassical palace, watch the changing of the guard ceremony and enjoy contemporary and visual art exhibitions.
Plaza de Armas
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
Santa Lucia Hill
Climb the elegant stairs to the top of this central hill to enjoy panoramic views of Santiago and admire the ornate fountains, flower displays and amphitheater.
Things to do
Vina Del Mar, Valparaiso, Casablanca, Reñaca, Oceanic Rock
Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Food Sample
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour
The best walking tour in Santiago de Chile
Cable Car, Funicular and Sightseeing Bus in Santiago one day
Top hotels in Independencia
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Hotel Capital Bellet
they clean the room every day. They cleaned the bathroom. It’s great. Staff is nice. Breakfast is good. Would be nice if they mix it up instead of having exactly the same things every day. No gym. Not a lot of seating space in the lobby as you wait for the flight after a checkout.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Hotel Almasur Providencia
The AC worked to keep the room cool but I felt that it was turned off some time during the night as I woke up feeling hot and sweaty all 3 nights of my stay there.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Santiago
Really caring and nice staff, the rooms were up to date and very clean and comforting. They went out of their way to help kids feel comfortable by setting up teepees and tents. Amazing food including breakfast buffet. The pool is very cold and not heated, the terrace faces the street noise and can ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
ICON Hotel
Our stay was good, with quick check-in and check-out. The breakfast was very good, and the service was excellent. The only thing to improve is that the bathroom towels were very old and dark, some even had loose threads.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Wyndham Santiago Aeropuerto
Unfortunately we had a room on the highway side of the building, it was so noisy that neither of us got any sleep and we had a 1:30am rise to catch a plane, so unfortunately that is why we give it a three out of five. We already had another night booked for later in our trip and thankfully we managed ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Independencia
Recoleta
Noted for its cafes and museums, there's plenty to explore in Recoleta. Top attractions like Santiago Metropolitan Park and San Cristobal Hill are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Einstein Station or Cemetery Station to see more of the city.
Bellas Artes
Museums, coffeehouses, and historic sites are just a few things travelers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Museo Arte de Luz and National Archive are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.
Bellavista
Travelers come to Bellavista for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Chilean National Zoo and Patio Bellavista while you're in town.
Lastarria
Lastarria is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lastarria District and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while in the area.
Downtown Santiago
Noted for its museums and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Santiago. Top attractions like Fantasilandia and Palacio de la Moneda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toesca Station or O'Higgins Park Station to see more of the city.
Barrio Italia
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Barrio Italia and you might want to plan a stop by Plaza Baquedano and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in the area.
