Hotels in popular countries in South America
Below are the most popular countries in South America to stay in, as well as some of the best hotels in each area
Colombia
Search hotels in ColombiaViajero Tayrona Hostel & Ecohabs
Km 48, Via Santa Marta - Riohacha, Santa Marta, Colombia
Hotel Dann Carlton Medellin
Carrera 43a No.7-50, Avenida El Poblado, Medellín, Colombia
Dreams Karibana Cartagena Golf & Spa Resort
Km. 8 Via Barranquilla, Karibana Club, Cartagena, Colombia
Hilton Cartagena
Avenida Almirante Brion, Carrera 1, El Laguito, Cartagena, Colombia
Brazil
Search hotels in BrazilSheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Best Western Shalimar Praia Hotel
Avenida Beira Mar 01, Bahia, Porto Seguro, Brazil
Argentina
Search hotels in ArgentinaPalladio Hotel Buenos Aires - MGallery
Avenida Callao 924, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, Argentina
NH Buenos Aires City
Bolivar 160, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, Argentina
Pleno Palermo Soho
Gurruchaga 2121, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, Argentina
Useful insights on South America hotels
Get a quick overview on price and accommodation trends for your visit in South America
Lowest Hotel Price | $17 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | Hotel Dann Carlton Medellin |
Hotels Near Airport | 4582 |
Best countries to book a hotel in South America
Below are the average prices for hotels in the most popular countries in South America
Price | $33 - $129 |
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| CHEAPEST COUNTRY IN SOUTH AMERICA | Bolivia | 40% cheaper | Hotels in Bolivia are the cheapest in South America at just $33 per night on average |
| MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRY IN SOUTH AMERICA | Guyana | 57% more expensive | Guyana has the highest priced hotels in South America with rooms averaging $129 per night |
| MOST POPULAR COUNTRY IN SOUTH AMERICA | Brazil | 87% more users visited | More momondo users search for hotels in Brazil than any other country in South America |
Information about staying in South America
Read these important travel tips before booking a hotel in South America
What is the most popular destination for users looking for a hotel in South America?
The most popular destinations in South America are Cartagena (69% more often visited by momondo users), Medellín (63% more often visited by momondo users), and Rio de Janeiro (62% more often visited by momondo users). These cities are great options when planning your trip to South America.
What are the cheapest destinations to book a hotel in South America?
The cheapest destination for travelers looking to go to South America is Florencia, which is 89% cheaper than the average price of a hotel in South America. The average nightly rate for a hotel in Florencia is $14. Those looking for alternatives to Florencia can take a trip to Zipaquirá or Itagüí as well.
Nightly hotel rates in Zipaquirá are typically just $15, which is 88% below the average price of hotels in South America.
If you’re more interested in Itagüí, you can get a hotel there for around $17 per night, which is 86% cheaper than South America’s average.
What is the most popular landmark in South America?
The most popular landmarks in South America are Copacabana Beach, Aguas Calientes Hot Springs, and Boa Viagem Beach. These landmarks are typically very hot tourist destinations.
Copacabana Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro, where the average price for a hotel room is $175/night.
Aguas Calientes Hot Springs is located in Machu Picchu, where the average price for a hotel room is $432/night.
Boa Viagem Beach is located in Recife, where the average price for a hotel room is $77/night.
What is considered a cheap rate for a hotel in South America?
The average price for a hotel room in the entire area of South America is $117/night. momondo would consider any price under that to be a cheap rate for our users.
If you’re looking to visit a country in South America that is usually on the cheaper side, consider visiting Suriname ($100/night on average), Peru ($106/night on average), and Paraguay ($62/night on average). These are the cheapest countries in South America to book a hotel in.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in South America?
As of January 2025, there are 397,107 operators available to choose from for hotels in South America.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in South America?
Prices for hotels in South America are refreshed on a daily basis.
Why use momondo?
Why should I book accomodation in South America through momondo?
momondo is free to use with no hidden fees or costs. momondo searches across numerous travel websites to return hotels and accommodation options in South America which you can then filter quickly and easily.
How does momondo help me find a great place to stay in South America?
Finding a great place to stay in South America is easy with momondo. Filter all the accommodation options we return to find the best place for you. Want somewhere with a pool or 24 hour front desk? We have filters for that. Free breakfast? momondo can show those for you also. Filter by review, price and numerous other factors, all for free, all on momondo.