La Serena, Coquimbo’s capital city and the second oldest in Chile, is the blessed with beaches having long stretches of golden sand and a cool, dry climate making it perfect for a summer getaway. The town is an amazing mix of neo-colonial structures and modern buildings which is the result of “Plan Serena”, the 1948 urban planning project of their former President Vindela. It has several well-preserved landmarks. Most are Renaissance period churches like the Iglesias de San Francisco and the Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of La Serena. The Archaeological Museum exhibits historical artifacts like a Moai (giant stone head) of Easter Island and pre-Hispanic pottery. The Faro Monumental Lighthouse is well known for its impressive ancient architecture. Immerse yourself in their beautiful countryside filled with vineyards producing their world-renowned Pisco brandy surrounded by gorgeous villages. So, plan your next trip and check our list of Airbnb vacation rentals in La Serena, Chile, below that can provide a cozy stay while you visit the city.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 02, 2024.
1. Beachfront apartment with pool access
This beachfront apartment is on the 5th floor of a building in Avenida del Mar. It is near a casino, markets, restaurants, pubs, and cafes. It has one bedroom that contains a king bed and a futon for up to three guests. It also comes with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and central heating, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a dining area and a balcony with ocean views. The private bathroom has a sink, toilet, shower, hot water, and free toiletries. Guests will also enjoy free parking, pool access, and use of laundry facilities. Long-term stays are allowed, but pets are not.
La Serena, IV Región, Chile
4.02 km (2.5 mi) from Faro MonumentalSuperhostAccommodates: 3
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the apartment has a great view of the ocean and everything you needHost:
lovely friendly concierge with good securityvaleria was a wonderful host; she was very welcoming and communicativevaleria was an awesome host awesome communication and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great plave to stay that's central to the actionthat was a perfect location for our plansgreat location across from the beach and bakulic which has delicious empanadas
2. Cozy apartment with sea views
This apartment is perfect for small groups. It’s in a building near the beach, restaurants, a casino, and a cycle path. This Airbnb has modern interiors with clean white walls and accents in red, black, and white. There is a bedroom with a huge double bed and a double sized sofa bed in the living room which sleeps three guests. The bathroom, small and simple, is complete with hot water. The U-shaped kitchen has marble and wood finishing, fully equipped to cook meals and a counter where guests can dine. Enjoy sea views while having a BBQ on the balcony. Guests are provided free Wi-Fi, cable TV, free parking, laundry facilities for a fee, and pool access. Please be aware that towels are not provided, so please bring your own.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
228 meters (0.2 ft) from Faro MonumentalAccommodates: 3
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piping hot water good shower balcony overlooking the seapeaceful apartment great view to the oceanit has most of what is needed great wifi stereo tv with multiple channels in most languagesCleanliness:
everything was clean when we arrivedRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location right on the seafront near the lighthouse
3. Family-friendly apartment with balcony
A family of five will love this apartment by the sea. The building is accessible though the main road and is near shops, a mall, and restaurants. It has three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and the two other rooms contain a single bed, a bunk bed, and a toddler bed. Two of the main rooms have a balcony with great outdoor views. Guests can chill in the living room while watching cable TV. There’s a roundtable for dining and a small, fully equipped kitchen to cook family meals. The bathroom has free essentials and a hairdryer. Guests have free parking and access to the playground nearby. Pets are not allowed.
La Serena, Coquimbo Region, Chile
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Faro Monumental
4. Private room in a house near the bus station
This property is close to the Plaza La Serena Mall, museums, restaurants, the beach. as well as transportation to other localities like Elqui valley. The rental is a room that is detached from the main house, so it has its own private entrance. It provides ample shelter for two guests with its basic features like a queen bed, seating areas, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, central heating, microwave, dishes, and silverware. The bathroom is at the back of the house and is accessed via a narrow corridor. Guests will receive free snacks upon their arrival. Please be aware that there’s an extra charge if you have two kids or more between the ages of two to five.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
1.92 km (1.2 mi) from Faro MonumentalAccommodates: 2
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the room itself was excellent and just as describeda lovely perfect room to relax and be comfortablethe apartment had a very comfortable bed basic kitchen equipment and a nice showervery nice cabin separate from the rest of the house with private bathroomafter noise and smog of santiago her place was exactly what i needed - comfortable space to relaxCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and comfortablethe bed is comfy and the private bathroom is really clean and niceHost:
the host was just lovelyjimena was a wonderful hostshe is a great host and a beautiful personjimena was a friendly and helpful host who answered any questions immediatelyjimena was a great and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
it was ideally located from the bus station big supermarket and not too far to walk to townlocation good relatively close to the centre of towneasy walk to main town and 25 minthe neighbourhood is very safe and nearby are the bus station and a supermarketwe loved this space very close to the bus stop
5. Spacious apartment close to the town center
This spacious apartment is in a complex on the beach that is close to an artificial lagoon. It is ideal for a group of five travelers. It has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other has three single beds. The modern kitchen is fully equipped to cook family meals with a dining table for six. The guests can lounge in the living room to watch cable TV or surf the net using free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy refreshing sea views from the balcony. The bathroom has a sink, toilet, and a shower with hot water. Last, but not least, you are provided with pool access, elevator access, free essentials, free parking, and use of the laundry facilities.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
795 meters (0.5 ft) from Faro MonumentalTop guest reviews
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we had an amazing stay in the apartment especially the view is really nicefabulous location with incredible view with easy beach and pool accessthe kitchen had what we needed (the basics like pans utensils etcHost:
the concierge were very attentive respectful and had great attitudemiguel was a great host and was very quick to respond to any questions we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was serene and peacefullight & bright sea front flat only 20 min walk from city centrei enjoyed my stay here fantastic location right on the beach and an amazing view
6. Comfortable apartment close to the beach
This 2nd-floor apartment is in a quiet and safe neighborhood. It is near the mall, bars and restaurants. It has a clean, all-white interior that provides space for up to five guests. The three bedrooms contain a double bed and three single beds. The living room has a leather sofa where guests can sit and watch cable TV. You will find sliding doors that open to a small balcony. There is a small fully equipped kitchen for cooking simple meals and a dining area here. The bathroom has a sink, toilet, shower, hot water, and free essentials. Guests will also have free parking and access to the playground where kids can play and families can have barbecues.
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Faro Monumental
7. Comfortable room best for couples
This bedroom in a 5th-floor apartment is ideal for travelling couples. The building is near Avenue del Mar, the lighthouse, and the Japanese Garden. It’s also only a few blocks away from the mall, the La Serena transport terminal, and the historic center. The bedroom is on the second floor of the apartment. This simple room has two single beds with thick covers and a huge window for natural lighting. Guests share common spaces with the owners like the fully equipped kitchen, dining area, bathroom, and living room. They are provided free Wi-Fi, free essentials, elevator access, pool access, and use of the garden for BBQs.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
1.16 km (0.8 mi) from Faro MonumentalTop guest reviews
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the room is comfortable the bathroom facilities are new and the balcony is really niceCleanliness:
extremely clean and well equippedthe apartment was really cleansuper clean and just like the photosthe room is great everything was nice and cleanspotless the place is perfect for a couple nights stay in la serenaHost:
hernan was a great host he made us feel welcome in his homehernán is a great host i had a very good stayhernán has been very welcoming he offered assistance and very helpful advices whenever neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great apartment in a quiet part of la serena but walking distance of the main sights
8. Cozy apartment across the street from the beach
This apartment is near the beach, two restaurants, and just eight blocks away from the nearest shopping center. It is spacious with simple décor that is suitable for up to five guests. It has two huge bedrooms with double beds and a sofa bed in the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook meals and a counter that works as a breakfast nook. The bathroom has a sink, toilet and a tub with a shower complete with hot water and free toiletries. There’s a small balcony where you can watch the sunset every day over the sea. Guests will enjoy cable TV, centralized heating, free parking, and pool access as well.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
390 meters (0.3 ft) from Faro MonumentalTop guest reviews
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this is a great clean apartment located on the beachHost:
a wonderful stay with a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the appartment is very close to the beach which is nice
9. Cozy apartment by the beach
This apartment is in a five-year-old building located in the town center, near craft shops, restaurants, bars, the beach and public transportation. The apartment has clean white interiors with red accents. It is very spacious that it accommodates five guests with its three bedrooms. The master bedroom contains a queen bed, the second room has a double bed, and the third room has two single beds. There is a bathroom that is complete with sink, toilet, tub with shower, hot water, and towels. The living room has a sofa to lounge in while watching cable TV or surfing the internet. The fully equipped American kitchen offers a small dining area. The unit has huge windows and a balcony where guests can enjoy city views. Lastly, there is ground floor parking, a playground, and laundry facilities here.
La Serena, Coquimbo Region, Chile
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Faro MonumentalTop guest reviews
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the wifi is excellent and they have the key swap process down patorganization is perfect problems with internet and tv were rapidly solvedthe neighbor angela helped us with the gas in the kitchen and was very friendlyour stay at raul's apartment was perfectCleanliness:
a nice clean and comfortable aptraul's place was clean and cosyflat was nice and cleanthe place was clean and check in was easythe place was clean and exactly how it was picturedHost:
the host is really nice and is always pending just to help youraul was a superb host offering help and recommendations at every turnraul was a great host he was very accommodating to our many schedule changeshe is unusually responsive and eager to helpraul was responsive to requests for information and i would stay here againRead more reviewsLocation:
great apartment and locationa great location close to the beachnice apartment very close to the beachthis was a great locationthe location is nice - just 5 min walk from the beach boulevard
10. Beautiful apartment near the beach and services
This fully furnished apartment is in a building that is walking distance to the beach. It has direct access to public transportation and local shops. There are three spacious bedrooms with a double bed, three single beds, and a sofa bed in the living room that sleeps a total of five guests. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking meals with a dining table. The bathroom is complete with essentials. There are TVs in the master bedroom and in the living room where guests can watch cable programs. Guests can surf the internet or enjoy the outdoor view through the huge glass sliding windows.
La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
1.98 km (1.3 mi) from Faro MonumentalTop guest reviews
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wifi was strongHost:
great location to the beach and the people on the door security were so warm and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location next to avon the positive side the location is excellentgood location to get to the beachperfect location for the beach very close to the point you can swim away from the strong currentsbrilliant place to stay and very good value
La Serena: Your beach destination for the holidays!
La Serena, Chile is a lovely town to visit if you are craving for a beach outing with beautiful historical landmarks to explore. The accommodations provide the modern comforts of home with awesome ocean views which will make your stay truly enjoyable. So, be sure to plan your La Serena trip now!
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