A night in a hot tub in Matanzas means warm water, the sound of the sea and a sky full of stars, far from city lights. Three of our four cabins have a private hot tub (a «tinaja», as Chileans call it) on the terrace, facing the Pacific. The best nights for stargazing are around the new moon: in December 2026, that's 8 December, plus the Geminid meteor shower on the night of the 13th to the 14th.
Why a hot tub at night on the coast?
By day, the hot tub is for looking at the sea. At night everything changes: the sun sets in front of the terrace, the water stays warm and, once it's dark, the coastal sky appears in full. There are no big cities near Matanzas, so on a clear night you'll see far more stars than in Santiago.
When can you see the most stars in December?
The moon decides: a full moon brightens the sky and hides stars; around the new moon the sky is at its darkest. These are the December 2026 dates, according to the moon calendars on SpaceWeatherLive and the Star Walk guide:
| Date | In the sky | For the hot tub |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 8 December (night) | New moon | Very dark sky: ideal for stargazing |
| Night of 13–14 December | Geminids peak, with a crescent moon | The best meteor shower of the year; best after midnight |
| Thursday 24 December | Full moon | A bright night, with the sea lit by the moon |
The new moon on the 8th falls on the 8 December long weekend: take Monday the 7th off and you get four nights under the sky.
How to make the most of a starry night in the hot tub
- Turn off the terrace lights. Your eyes take a few minutes to adjust to the dark; it's worth the wait.
- Look out to sea. The horizon over the Pacific is the clearest.
- Keep a towel and something warm nearby for getting out: coastal nights get cool.
- Check the forecast. Coastal fog can cover the sky on some nights; when it's clear, make the most of it.
- For the Geminids, stay up late. The shower is best in the early hours, and you don't need a telescope: just look up.
Which cabins have a hot tub?
Onda and Sabbia, for up to 6 guests, and Sole, for up to 4, each have a private hot tub on the terrace, next to the grill and facing the sea. Vento doesn't have one. Each hot tub is only for that cabin's guests: no shared slots or schedules. More details on hot tub cabins in Matanzas.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the hot tub at night? Yes. It's on the cabin's private terrace and only for its guests.
Do I need a telescope to see the Geminids? No. Shooting stars are visible to the naked eye; what matters is a dark sky and a little patience.
Which December night is best for stargazing? The nights around the new moon on 8 December, and the night of the 13th to the 14th for the Geminids.
Can fog cover the sky? On some nights, yes. That's why it's worth checking the forecast and making the most of clear nights.
Book your night under the stars
Message us on WhatsApp or use the booking form with your dates, group size and that you'd like a hot tub, and we'll reply with availability and rates.
For the daytime, see things to do in Matanzas.
