The Best Boutique Hotels to Visit in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil

Wildlife lovers and bird watchers will love staying at Guata Porã, a rural agro-ecological lodge whose homey cottages are found a 15-minute drive from the entrance of Iguaçu Falls. The farm-to-table approach means breakfast is an organic affair as many ingredients are sourced from the lodge’s garden. After visiting the falls, chill out by the swimming pool or investigate one of the lodge’s trails. You can also try your hand at churrascaria (Brazilian barbecue) on the lodge’s grills.

A 10-minute drive to the entrance of Iguaçu Falls, Cataratas Park Hotel is well located on Avenida das Cataratas. This family-friendly stay is spacious, boasting two swimming pools – in case you haven’t had your fill of water – plus a football pitch, games room and a kids’ playground. There are also lovely walks to be enjoyed around the property. With 11 room categories, there are options for all budgets here.

Families should book into Wish, located a 15-minute drive from Iguaçu Falls’ entrance. The whole clan will be entertained by the two swimming pools and tennis courts; there’s even an 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed golf course to test your metal on. All airy suites include a private patio, while family rooms include cute tipis to play around in. Guests are spoiled for choice with four restaurants to dine in. It’s a dog-friendly hotel, so even Fido can come, too.

The Belmond Hotel das Cataratas is the only hotel that is located directly inside Iguaçu National Park, giving guests easy access to the waterfalls. The rooms are decorated in traditional Portuguese style, with walls adorned with elegant paintings from Brazilian artist Ludmilla de Montes. The hotel includes a serene outdoor pool, tennis courts, a gym, a buffet-style breakfast feast every morning and exceptional service.

Located in the middle of Foz do Iguaçu city, guests at the Hotel Bella Italia get the best of both worlds – proximity to bars, restaurants and shops, and still just a short bus ride away from the waterfalls. The bedrooms are spacious and upgraded rooms come with whirlpool baths. The restaurant is worth visiting for the buffet-style breakfast in the morning and the selection of fresh Italian dishes in the evening, accompanied by good wine. To book excursions, ask the staff at reception who can organize every aspect of your day trips.

With mirrored windows and a grand entrance, Tarobá Hotel Foz do Iguaçu makes a good first impression, with the modern decor and clean, spacious rooms decorated in a neutral tone maintaining the positive image. The outdoor pool surrounded by wooden decking offers a pleasant spot to relax in between busy days of sightseeing, and the pool bar helps guests slip into holiday mode. The hotel is located in Foz do Iguaçu city center and is within easy access to restaurants, bars and the waterfalls, as well as other well-known attractions in the area.

The bright and spacious Águas do Iguaçu Hotel is located in Foz do Iguaçu’s city center, and is surrounded by several low-key yet excellent bars and restaurants – as well as nearby public transport links to easily get to and from the area’s major attractions. To book tours, whether to the waterfalls or any other point of interest, the hotel’s multilingual tour desk can help organize every last detail. A buffet-style breakfast is served every morning with regional specialties including local fruits, cheese, bread and hot options such as bacon and sausages.

To experience the waterfalls and explore the surrounding area of Foz do Iguaçu, a trip of three days is usually enough. But with all the additional features that Vivaz Cataratas Hotel has to offer, you’ll be wishing you had a few extra days. More than just a hotel, the Vivaz Cataratas Hotel comes with a large swimming pool, two restaurants, a spa, gym, mini-golf course and even a waterpark – open between October and February. The rooms are bright and airy with tropical plant-print linen and curtains for a true holiday feel. The hotel is family-friendly with several activities for kids, making it a great option if you’re traveling with children.