Ever wondered what it would be like to live inside a volcano? Now you
can have your chance at a hotel that’s shaped like one – Magic
Mountain. There’s even stuff spewing off the top (water, not molten
lava) and cascading down the walls and windows. But it doesn’t look much
like a volcano, not to me at least. I think it’s got this old-world
charm to it, like a tower from Medieval times. Especially with the
antique doors and windows, and a shaky wooden drawbridge to let people
into their rooms.
The Magic Mountain Hotel is located in Huilo Huilo,
a private Natural Reserve in the Los Rios region of Chile. The antique
appearance ends with the exterior however, as the interiors are done up
in luxury. There are only 9 rooms, named after bird species found in the
area. Each of them overlooks the thick forest and wildlife outside,
including toucans, iguanas, pumas and lizards. Guests even get a glimpse
of a real-life volcano from the hotel – the enormous Arenal Volcano.
Outside the rooms the special services provided to guests are definitely
worth a mention. Hot tubs made out of huge tree trunks, overlooking the
forest are a major tourist attraction at Magic Mountain, as is the
world’s longest zip line running through the grounds.
Several activities are offered to
guests, keeping them busy during their stay. Horseback rides through the
forest, private ski tours in the winter, white water rafting, a mini
golf course and an impressive spa are some of the facilities that guests
of the four star hotel can avail of. Prices range from $250 to $400 per
night, so you definitely might want to consider staying here on your
next visit to Chile.
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