Nevados de Chillan, Andes

Nevados de Chillan: 4 things to know before you go

Andes, Chile πŸ‡¨πŸ‡±

Nevados de Chillan rides the flank of an active volcano in southern Chile, where natural thermal hot springs steam beside the snow and Tres Marias, one of the longest runs in South America, drops for kilometre after kilometre. Remote, tree lined and snowy, it rewards those who travel far.

1.Is the snow reliable in Nevados de Chillan?

Generally yes. From 1600 m at the base to 2700 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 87/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

It is a compact area, 35 km of piste on 9 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The terrain is balanced (4 green, 8 blue, 8 red, 5 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.When is the best time to go?

In the Southern Hemisphere the season runs roughly Jun 20 to Oct 15 (the local winter), with July and August the most reliable.

The full Nevados de Chillan guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Nevados de Chillan have?
About 1100 m of vertical, from a 1600 m base to 2700 m at the top.
Is Nevados de Chillan part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 35 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Nevados de Chillan good for beginners?
It can work: 4 green and 8 blue runs are enough to start, though the area rewards skiers who can already link turns.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Hotel Nevados de Chillan
4.61.4k reviews
€110
β˜… Top pick

Hotel Nevados de Chillan

Excellent Β· 1.4k reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Nevados de Chillan, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.6/5 from 1,379 reviews). It sits about 1.0 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Nevados de Chillan, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

β‰ˆ 1.0 km to the slopesMid-range
From
€110/ night
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Hotel Alto Nevados
4.51.5k reviews
€115

Hotel Alto Nevados

Very good Β· 1.5k reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Nevados de Chillan, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

β‰ˆ 50 m to the slopesMid-range
From
€115/ night
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Hotel Termas ChillΓ‘n
4.61.0k reviews
€110

Hotel Termas ChillΓ‘n

Excellent Β· 1.0k reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Nevados de Chillan, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

β‰ˆ 1.1 km to the slopesMid-range
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€110/ night
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Hotel Borde Andino
4.6508 reviews
€100

Hotel Borde Andino

Excellent Β· 508 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Nevados de Chillan, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

β‰ˆ 9.3 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
€100/ night
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