What Makes us Singular

We believe that each trip to Chile should be a unique and unreplicable experience. Our mission is to deliver a simple and Singular stay, that, above all, is defined by warm hospitality and impeccably personalized service.

“The unique properties, the excellent gastronomy, the attractive destinations and the human dimension of our hotels are very important, but what makes the difference for us is our passion for excellence in service.”

- Felipe Sahli, Founder, The Singular Hotels

The Brand

Swiss citizens Paul and Bertha Sahli arrived in Chile in 1913. Their eldest son, Fernando, leased the Crillón Hotel and invited his siblings, Pablo and Raúl, to join him in the business. The Crillón Hotel opened in 1931, becoming the most luxurious hotel in Santiago and an elegant social events centre. The hotel closed in 1978, however, Fernando’s sons continued working in the hotel industry. Felipe, who studied in Lausanne, Switzerland, was involved in the establishment of the Holiday Inn hotels in Chile and Buenos Aires, Argentina. He later created The Singular Hotel concept and opened The Singular Patagonia in 2011 and The Singular Santiago in 2014.

Collection of Hotels

We are not a hotel chain, but a hotel collection. Each one of our hotels is unique, different and original; however they all share the same essence of The Singular Hotels. We care about every detail to be essential and make a difference.

Singular Luxury

The “Singular Luxury” is represented by a combination of:

Refined and personalised service.
Elegant yet simple atmosphere.
Sophisticated cuisine, based on local products. Every detail is important to us.

Unique Locations

Committed to enhance the cultural, natural and social heritage of each place. Each of our properties are located in privileged environments, linked to the history and culture of our country.

Human Scale

The concept of “human scale” should be consistent in every service and space designed by The Singular Hotels. An experience where the customer feels he is being listened to. Close service is the main important thing for us.

Our History

Formed as a family initiative with a history of more than 70 years in the hospitality industry in Chile and the region, The Singular Hotels was founded in 2011 with the opening of The Singular Patagonia. Followed by The Singular Santiago aperture in 2014.

The Society “Exportadora Tierra del Fuego”

The Sociedad Explotadora Tierra del Fuego was founded. It became the largest stock breeder company in the Chilean and Argentinian Patagonia, extending to an area of approximate three million hectares. Sara Braun, Jose Menendez, Gustavo A. Oehninger, Guillermo Wilms and Ramon Serrano were among its first shareholders.

Puerto Natales gets its name

Puerto Natales was named by German pioneers Ernest von Heinz and Kurt Meyer. On Christmas Eve, they caught sight of the river flowing into the northern part of the city, naming it name Natalis which means birth in latin.

Construction of the Puerto Bories Cold Storage Plant

The Sociedad Explotadora Tierra del Fuego acquires a large amount of fiscal land in the Chilean Patagonia at the inlet of Last Hope. The construction of the largest cold storage plant Puerto Bories begins located 5kms from Puerto Natales.

Foundation of Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales of the Last Hope province, located at 247 kms North of Punta Arenas, is officially founded by the Spanish navigator Juan Ladrillero.

The Plant starts operation

Operational period of the cold storage plant, built between the years 1912–1914. It was finally expropriated and for different reasons, suffered subsequent deterioration and dismantling of part of the premises which lead to the final site closure.

Torres del Paine National Park

Torres del Paine National Park is founded. It is currently one of the largest national parks in Chile, and the third most visited by foreign and local tourists. It is located at 112 kms from the city of Puerto Natales.

The Bories Cold Storage Plant: A Historic Monument

Puerto Bories cold storage plant is declared a listed building due to its industrial heritage value which originated the city of Puerto Natales. Built in brickwork in a post Victorian architectural style, it became the largest stock breeder export company in the area. The Singular Patagonia has preserved most of the monument’s façade, as well as exhibiting several pieces of industrial machinery of British origin.

Opening of The Singular Hotel

The Singular Hotel Patagonia opens its doors to welcome guests to its premises, including the cold storage plant of Puerto Bories now a museum with a unique post Victorian architectural style.

Start of construction of The Singular Santiago

The Singular Santiago hotel works begin. The project comprises 6,500 m2 of built area divided into nine floors which include 62 rooms, a restaurant, spa, gym, terrace and luxury meeting rooms. The architectural design was led by Federico Prieto and the interior design by Enrique Concha.

Opening of The Singular Santiago

The Singular Santiago opens its doors October 1st. The hotel’s black front and two brickwork volumes perfectly blend into the surrounding architectural style of the area and continuous façade of Merced street.

2016

Becoming a member of The Leading Hotels of The World

The Singular Patagonia Puerto Bories Hotel and The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel obtained membership to The Leading Hotels of the World. This international group harbours luxury hotels around the world, selected upon its high standards and quality service.

Careers

EXCELLENCE. TEAM CULTURE. INNOVATION.

We strive to deliver the most extraordinary travel experiences to our guests. We elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary, providing unique and exclusive bespoke journeys to sophisticated and discerning travelers.

Join us in the sharing journey of creating the extraordinary.

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