This charming hillside boutique hotel set in Chile’s World Heritage city of Valparaiso boasts stunning views over the Pacific Ocean and comes complete with 20 elegantly styled rooms. Built in the 1920s, now lovingly restored, Casa Higueras comes with all of the contemporary facilities that one could wish for, from Mediterranean-styled gardens, a stunning pool area complete with an infinity pool to a small spa. You can rest assured that you will feel comfortable and at home after a day out exploring the surrounding winelands.

The hotel’s MarAlegre restaurant focuses on sophisticated cuisine that blends both Mediterranean flair with Chilean flavors that rounds itself off with an awe-inspiring view over the port and seemingly never-ending ocean expanse.

• Valparaiso is worth a visit throughout the year but most recommended to go from December through April, when the sun is out.
• If you plan on spending New Year’s Eve in Chile, staying in Casa Higueras is a 'hot' tip. Enjoy the fireworks on the beach from the comfort of the hotel’s terrace while welcoming in the New Year.