Oasis Collections: Luxe South American Apartment Rentals for Less

Oasis Collections, an American-run, South American-based short-term apartment rental agency – and self-dubbed "curators of stylish pads" – has recently launched a series of budget-friendly upscale vacation rentals, spanning some of South America’s hottest destinations, for under $250/night.

Striving to bridge the gap between a hotel and apartment rental experience, Oasis Collections’ portfolio includes more than 500 hand-picked, high-end property listings in prime locations in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay. Expect plenty of great-value amenities (like a fully equipped kitchen to save money on pricey restaurant meals), well-vetted design-minded apartments (many with special architectural features), and privacy in prime neighborhoods (where you’ll find an authentic live-like-a-local experience, far removed from the big box hotel stay).

Plus, Oasis Collections stands apart from other apartment rental sites by throwing in the complimentary services of an on-call dedicated English-speaking concierge for destination advice and ease of check in and checkout. Plus, for-fee extras can be easily arranged, like having a driver set up or stocking your fridge with your favorites upon arrival.

Recently touring Medellin, Colombia, a newly developing market for Oasis, I checked out one of their apartment offerings – a massive 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom mega-modern apartment (pictured above), tucked into the leafy and fashionable Poblado neighborhood. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, a massive wraparound balcony with views over the city (further maximized by a BBQ grill and workout machine), fully-equipped kitchen, and a trio of bedrooms with queen-size beds, plasma TVs, and personal safes (perfect to split between family or friends traveling together), it also came with special vacation-minded extras like a bar-trimmed living room and on-site sauna. Plus, all of the basics were included, like linens, towels, and Internet. Set just steps from the nightlife-and-restaurant haven in Parque Lleras, rates start from $235/night (minimum 4-night stay required).

Other budget-friendly properties under $250/night include the Santa Barbara Duplex in Bogotá, Colombia, a spacious two-floor flat with a shared top-floor Jacuzzi, sauna, and Turkish bath, and the Garden Apartment in Buenos Aires, a modern studio with access to the building's pool and grill, set a block from Parque las Heras.