To call this a ”hotel” or even a ”resort” would minimize the experience that was our week at The Singular. It definitely shattered any expectations we had for our stay there. First of all, the property itself is nothing short of breathtaking: situated on a melted glacier, the hotel has a colorful and important history as a factory and more, and the architects kept much of the original equipment/design/general vibe alive. See some pictures, below, but we don't want to give away too much! The staff is unbelievably solicitous: many are bi or multi lingual, and they couldn't help us enough. Our waitstaff remembered our names, preferences, and were enthusiastic about sharing their world views when we engaged them in conversation. We remarked how impressed we were one night ,at how ”choreographed” the servers were when bringing drinks and food to the tables, especially large groups, and our hostess Daniela smiled in acknowledgement, adding ”Yes! I call that the ”Dance of the Waiters!” The food was fresh and delicious, offering vegetarian entrees as well as amazing local seafood and meat. The duck was divine, surrounded by a billowy cloud of spiced sweet potatoes; and the lamb , offered in three different cuts with a variety of sauces, was nothing like we have ever had at home. Desserts, when we had them, (we tried not to eat them too often!!) were, scrumptious. But the produce!! I ate cherry tomatoes one night in a salad--and I dont even like tomatoes. They were NOTHING like produce that sells in a supermarket. Our terrific server that night commented that this was all so fresh that it might have been in the field that very day! The rooms were minimal in art because each room provides its own gallery: the view outdoors. Sunsets changed nightly, and the colors in the sky defied description. The beds were comfortable and supportive, and one night, after a day of trekking in Torres Del Paine, my husband's neck was sore, the concierge Kelly was quick to provide more firm pillows for relief. (Thanks Kelly!) The spa provides massage services at a very reasonable price, and the ”complete experience” guest receives use of the sauna and steam showers included.(We also received three daily meals and our excursions. This is an unbeatable deal!) Finally, the excursions: the hotel is NOT in the Torres del Paine park; if you are a dyed in the wool trekker/camper/living in the rough traveler, this place is NOT for you. But the guides to Torres del Paine and our boat tour through the glaciers to the Bernardo O'Higgins National Preserve , with our delicious and informational final stop at the Ultima Esperanza Estancia , were lively and informative--fun to be with and very intelligent as well. Seve (merci encore une fois!) and Pablo were wonderful guides and made our excursions so memorable. Honestly, we could go on...but if you are able to, discover The Singular for yourselves! Remember that their summer is NOT ”summery”, and pack your hiking gear
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