Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Ayacara

This attractive yellow-and-green house built at the turn of the 19th century has tasteful design and beautiful views of the lake and Osorno Volcano. The rooms are airy and fresh, with plenty of windows and sunlight, wood interiors, antiques, carpeting, and beds covered with soft white linens. All rooms have cable TV. The room to get (book ahead) is called El Capitan, which has huge windows that open up to an incredible lake view. The service is friendly and makes you feel right at home.