Silversea Cruises has announced plans to develop a new 150-room luxury hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile
Set to open by late 2025, this development aims to offer an exclusive, seamless gateway for travellers embarking on Silversea’s Antarctic cruises, with extended options of pre and post-cruise experience.
Designed to elevate the Antarctic travel journey, the hotel will support Silversea’s Antarctica Bridge fly-cruise program, which offers the fastest and most direct access to Antarctica. Clients will fly directly from Santiago to Puerto Williams, bypassing the traditional, time-consuming routes. This new facility will allow travel agents to offer their clients an unparalleled, all-inclusive luxury experience from start to finish.
Puerto Williams, located in the Patagonia region at the tip of South America, is Silversea’s exclusive homeport during the Antarctic season, making it an ideal gateway for clients looking to explore one of the most remote and unspoiled regions on Earth. Guests can anticipate immersive shore excursions, where they’ll encounter uninhabited islands, dramatic icescapes, and unique wildlife.
“This hotel will allow us to offer an unmatched Antarctic experience, enhancing our portfolio of world-class vacations,” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, Silversea’s parent company. “For travel advisors, it’s an exciting new option to present clients with a unique way to explore one of the world’s last untouched frontiers.”
The hotel, featuring panoramic views of the Beagle Channel and snow-covered Patagonian mountains, will offer a host of premium amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Highlights include a spacious restaurant ideal for groups, a bar and lounge, a fitness center, and a boutique showcasing local crafts. The architectural design will integrate with the natural surroundings, inspired by traditional Patagonian art and culture.
The cruise line is working with local communities and stakeholders to ensure long-term economic benefits while preserving the area’s cultural heritage and minimizing its environmental impact.
For travel agents, this new hotel will not only enhance their clients’ Antarctic travel experiences but also position them to sell an exclusive, high-end journey that sets Silversea apart from other expedition cruise operators. The combination of the Antarctica Bridge fly-cruise program, Puerto Williams homeport, and this luxurious new hotel presents an unrivaled opportunity to offer clients the ultimate Antarctic expedition.
With Silversea continuing to lead in experiential luxury travel, this hotel development is expected to open up even more opportunities for travel advisors to cater to high-end explorers looking for a truly seamless and extraordinary adventure to the “White Continent.”