Prices for all of the island’s hosterias fluctuate, but they usually range from $40 to $100 per night. Because they tend to open and close without warning, for remodeling and such, it’s best to check the island’s official site (www.comunajuanfernandez.cl) for the latest updates and for information on booking accommodations. (Use the site’s “Traductor” link, Google’s friendly “Translate This,” or Babblefish.com to translate the site into English.) Some of the nicest and most English-friendly hosterias include:

• The Aldea Daniel Defoe hosteria, bar, and restaurant sits right on the harbor, with an outdoor deck flying a pirate flag. It was built in 1968 by Uruguayan poet and artist Blanca Luz Brum, and her paintings and maritime memorabilia decorate the walls.

• El Pangal Hosteria is the island’s luxury accommodation, with a swimming pool and excellent bar (www.robinsoncrusoetours.cl).

• Martinez Green Hosteria features 14 rooms with private baths.

• Villa Green Hosteria offers four double rooms and two suites with private baths.

• Smaller hosterias and cabins are also available.

Where to Eat
Most hosterias provide daily island meals. Aldea Daniel Defoe, in particular, has excellent fresh seafood.

Activities
Endemica Explorations offers snorkeling and scuba diving, sportfishing, kayaking, hiking, and horseback tours (www.endemica.com, 011-56-322-75-1003).

For tourism and travel information, visit www.enjoy-chile.org/juanfernandez-chile.php or call
(866) 978-5538.