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Explora Atacama
Five-Star·★ 4.6
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
Five-Star·★ 4.7·Adults Only

Scores at a Glance

Explora AtacamaGalley Bay Resort & Spa
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
·
9.2
Food
8.2
9.0
Service
9.1
9.0
Rooms
8.4
8.8
Luxury
8.8
·
Value
7.8
·
Romance
·
9.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

9.0
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (340)
Google Rating
4.7 (471)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
Yes
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Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
75 min
Airport Transfer
25 min

All Scores

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Beach
9.2
8.2
Food
9.0
9.1
Service
9.0
8.4
Rooms
8.8
8.6
Pools
8.0
8.8
Luxury
–
7.8
Value
–
–
Romance
9.4
9.3
Quiet
9.3
9.8
Adventure
–
8.7
Wellness
8.4
–
Remote work
7.0

Vibes

Yes
Quiet
Yes
Yes
Adventure
–
–
Romance
Yes

Activities

Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids
–
–
Water sports
Yes

Explora Atacama

  • 4 pools
  • Full-service spa
  • 75 min from CJC

Galley Bay Resort & Spa

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • Full-service spa
  • 25 min from ANU

Pros · Explora Atacama

  • Exceptional included exploration program with nearly 50 guided options.
  • All meals and round-trip airport transfers included.
  • Quiet desert setting with observatory, pools and spa facilities.

Pros · Galley Bay Resort & Spa

  • Adults-only boutique all-inclusive.
  • Three-quarter-mile beach and many rooms directly on the sand.
  • Strong food and service reputation.
  • Included Hobie Cats, kayaks, paddleboards and snorkeling equipment.

Cons · Explora Atacama

  • Very expensive.
  • Dining is more lodge-style than multi-restaurant resort-style.
  • Not ideal for travelers who mainly want to lounge.

Cons · Galley Bay Resort & Spa

  • Premium dining can carry a supplement.
  • Beach conditions can be rough at times.
  • One main pool, so pool lovers may want a larger resort.
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