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Hotel Modular Express Calama

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to San Juan Bautista Cathedral

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Relax in our stylish lobby with a comfortable sofa, armchair, and potted plants.
Two single beds with white linens and wooden headboards, a colorful abstract painting, and a small desk for work.
Stylish hotel corridor with doors leading to comfortable rooms.
Enjoy a casual dining experience with a variety of seating options and a vibrant mural.
Contemporary entrance with a revolving door and lush greenery.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Vargas 2408, Calama, antofagasta, 1390000
  • San Juan Bautista Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mall Plaza Calama
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Calama Municipal Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Calama (CJC-El Loa)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Calama

Hotel Modular Express Calama places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as San Juan Bautista Cathedral and Los Lolos Park. This hotel has 167 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • San Juan Bautista Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Los Lolos Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sol Calama Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mall Plaza Calama - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Calama Municipal Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Calama Station - 12 min walk
  • Calama (CJC-El Loa) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesoro Del Inca - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jugos Zenteno - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Yunzen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Club Croata - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Telepizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Modular Express Calama

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to San Juan Bautista Cathedral
Hotel Modular Express Calama features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a banquet hall.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include phones, desks, and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Welcome to FONTAINE, where guests can check in and enjoy a unique reception area with a large abstract artwork and a glass door leading to an outdoor space.

ibis budget Calama

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
7.6 out of 10, Good, 206 reviews
$37 nightly
The price is $37
Aug 29 - Aug 30
All taxes and fees included in total
ibis budget Calama

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Chile value-added tax (19%). Nonresident travelers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

Hotel Modular Express Calama offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Hotel Modular Express Calama?

This hotel is located in Calama, a short 6-minute walk from San Juan Bautista Cathedral and also 10 minutes on foot from Los Lolos Park. You'll also find Mall Plaza Calama and Sol Calama Casino within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Modular Express Calama feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Modular Express Calama doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Modular Express Calama a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness facility at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Modular Express Calama feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Modular Express Calama doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Modular Express Calama allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Modular Express Calama.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Modular Express Calama?

The closest major airport to Hotel Modular Express Calama is Calama (CJC-El Loa), which is 3.7 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Modular Express Calama?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Modular Express Calama.

Hotel Modular Express Calama Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 57 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness
loved the setting, parking, food. Room was small, but appropriate for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice overall but a bit noisy outside
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in the desert WITHOUT AC! No bar Shoebox size rooms only 1 chair Beds with duvets! Why ? It’s too hot Mini shower
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Decent stay

I wouldn't recommend staying in Calama if you want to visit the Atacama on tourism (we made this mistake). Calama is a pretty rough town and we were warned about car thefts. That said this hotel was pretty decent. They have a bit of an odd setup with the sink being outside the bathroom which I felt was odd and the room was quite cramped. That said, it worked out quite well for our trip, if you do stay in Calama this hotel is a good option.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sesadri

Liked: Staff & service
It’s located close to the airport and bus terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was good for our stay before an early flight from Calama. The rooms are small but clean and comfortable. The dinner was reasonable and the portions enormous. The breakfast was not particularly special but complementary and sufficient. Everything good and nothing to complain about. Nothing fancy but did the job perfectly well. I'd reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Stay Away

At night, this hotel is filled with "ladies of the night" and their staff broke into one of our rooms. They also refused to accept cash and charged me an extra 19% for using a debit card, despite knowing for a fact that i was exempt from paying that charge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice but the surrounding area could be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s good for a night. The staff are really great. The room is nice. The wifi worked only in the lobby, for me??? That was ok. The area of Calama is a bit scary. If you can leave early from San Pedro to board your flight I would do that if you can,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place for quick stay in Calama

I had a 7:45 a.m. flight from Calama to Santiago so I needed one night prior to the flight. The Modular Express was perfect for this. I took a bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Calama and then walked to the hotel. For my 5:30 a.m. pick up, the hotel organized a taxi which cost 7.000 pesos. The included buffet breakfast started at 5 a.m. so it was nice to have a little something before heading to the airport. The room is super basic - bed, bathroom, TV, table. Comfy enough. In the evening, they only offer a buffet dinner for about 13.000 pesos. It would be nice if they offered singular items for cheaper and not just the full buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Victoria, Woodford Green

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a mixed bag. We arrived early for our one night stay, but couldn't check in until 3pm, which was absolutely fine. The man at the desk was friendly and offered to store our bags so we could go out. The downstairs common area was nicely air-conditioned, clean and bright. Our room was clean but too warm with no aircon. The window opened but the area was quite noisy so we didn't get a good night's sleep. My husband was feeling unwell so stayed in the room with the 'do not disturb' sign on while I went to breakfast. Breakfast was a nice selection, fresh and frequently topped up. I returned to find cleaning trolleys at our door and the lady waiting. She asked what time we were leaving so I said 12, the check out time. She didn't seem happy with this and replied at length. My Spanish isn't very good but it seemed she wanted us to leave early so she could clean the room! Perhaps I misunderstood, but this seemed unnecessary.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very small but efficient. They were very clean and honestly we were surprised that we were happy in such a small space. The common areas are great and the internet was great; we spent most of our time in the common areas. This sector of Calama (perhaps all of Calama) is not very safe and it's very recommended to get off the street before dark.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

E

Hotel em boas condições, serviços corretos. Entregou o q prometeu. A região é perigosa a noite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Italo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O hotel atendeu as expectativas. Banheiro limpo, cama confortável e café da manhã de ótima qualidade. Excelente custo benefício.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr praktisch eingerichtete Zimmer. Sehr gutes und reichhaltiges Frühstück. Sehr bequemes Bett auch ein kleiner Kühlschrank war im Zimmer vorhanden. Freundliches Personal. 3 Schnelle Aufzüge. Sicherer und gut beleuchteter Parkplatz im Hinterhof vom Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ENRICA, IMPERIA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura buona e personale cortese. Situato in un posto poco sicuro
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giusy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Albergo ben strutturato pulito e comodo con ristorante annesso tipo mensa. Niente di eccezionale ma basico ed essenziale per una notte da trascorrere a calama
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ewa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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