Novotel Arica
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, it is worth booking if you want a beachside four-star base in Arica with a pool, gym and free parking at exactly the city's median price. Do not expect a flawless breakfast, and note that the cathedral is a little over half an hour away on foot.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Novotel Arica suits beach-focused couples, families and business travellers who want reliable facilities. Guests say it sits directly next to Chinchorro beach, and the property lists a pool, a fitness centre, family rooms and a restaurant.
Drivers will appreciate the free parking listed by the property.
Skip it if breakfast is a highlight of your trip. The buffet is varied, but guests say replenishment is slow and quality is inconsistent. If you want to stay within walking distance of the cathedral, this is not the closest option.
Location and getting around
The address is AV RAUL PEY CASADO 2690, Arica. Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10.
According to guests, the hotel is directly next to Chinchorro beach and close to local dining options.
St. Mark's Cathedral, Arica, is about 2.6 km away, roughly 33 minutes on foot on a straight-line estimate. That is over half an hour and the real route is longer, so plan on a taxi or public transport. Specific transport links are not confirmed in our data.
What guests say
The score is 8.9 out of 10 from 1,509 reviews. That put it joint second on review score among the 3 eligible properties in our Arica sample.
Guests praise the beachfront position and a friendly, professional team that gives helpful service and a warm welcome.
Breakfast is the sticking point. It is a varied buffet with fresh juices, but guests say dishes are refilled slowly and the food quality is inconsistent. Listed styles are Continental, American and Buffet.
Price and value against our other two picks
The reference price was 83.75 euros per night, about 167.50 euros for two nights, which matched the city median exactly. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Hotel Gavina Express Arica, scored 8.1 at 43.62 euros per night with 3 stars. Our Luxury pick, Antay Hotel & Spa, scored 9.1 at 128.25 euros per night with 5 stars.
So the middle choice gives you four stars, a pool, gym, restaurant, terrace and free parking for a median price. Room size, noise and cancellation terms have not been assessed.
Why it made our top 3
Our Best Value slot balances guest score, the number of reviews and the reference price, so it is not always the cheapest hotel. Arica had a small sample, with only 3 properties compared. Novotel Arica combined an 8.9 score from 1,509 reviews with a median price.
Before you book
Check today's price for your dates. Confirm whether breakfast is included, and keep expectations moderate given guest comments.
Ask about pool opening times and confirm that free parking applies on your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Novotel Arica on the beach?
Guests say it is directly next to Chinchorro beach, with dining options nearby.
Does Novotel Arica have a pool and parking?
The property lists a pool and free parking. Check opening times and availability for your dates.
How is the breakfast at Novotel Arica?
It is a varied buffet with fresh juices. Guests say refilling is slow and quality is inconsistent.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price was 83.75 euros per night for 2 adults on a 2-night stay in November 2026. It is not a live quote, so check today's price.
Can I walk to the cathedral?
St. Mark's Cathedral is about 2.6 km away, roughly 33 minutes on foot. A taxi or public transport is the easier option.