This page names who runs the 3 Awasi hotels on the world's leading hotel lists, each with a dated source. It is part of the full record of who runs the world's best hotels and changes as appointments are confirmed.
Last updated 14 November 2026. 3 hotels in 3 countries. Methodology and corrections.
Who leads Awasi
The leadership of Awasi, as reported by Hospitality Net (source, dated 9 September 2026).
- Nicolas Peluffo, Chief Executive Officer
The hotels and who runs them
| Hotel | General Manager | Executive Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Awasi MendozaMendoza, ArgentinaTwo MICHELIN Keys | Verónica Marquina (source, March 2026) | Hernán Zavaleta |
| Awasi Santa CatarinaSanta Catarina, BrazilTwo MICHELIN Keys | Elizangela Ferreira (source, February 2026) | Daniela "Dani" Damasceno |
| Awasi Atacama - Relais & ChateauxSan Pedro de Atacama, ChileTwo MICHELIN Keys | Nicolás GarcíaResident Manager (source) | Sebastián Prieto |
From the book
How do the general managers of the world's leading hotels approach the job? It is the question behind The Luxury of Attention.
The lists covered and how each name is confirmed are set out on the main page. Independent hotels are listed there and by country. Corrections are welcome at press@theluxuryofattention.com.