Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Rodovia BR 469 Km 32 - Parque Nacional do Iguacu, Iguazu Falls, Brazil
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MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View
There are only a few natural landmarks on the planet as astonishing as Iguazu Falls. Standing before the thundering series of more than 275 waterfalls — and hiking the jungle-like paths around them to take in the gushing water from various angles — is a heart-stopping experience for even the most jaded traveler. Even a top-flight luxury hotel can have a hard time standing out from the competition in a destination like this, but the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas escapes this fate, and for a very particular reason. The waterfalls, spread across the border of southern Brazil and northern Argentina, are protected within the borders of national parks, whose regulations mean that there are only two hotels near the waterfalls: a Sheraton on the Argentinian side, and the Belmond on the Brazilian side. Staying here means that you’ll sleep just a stone’s throw away from the waterfalls, while everyone else is here on a day trip, filing out at dusk.
Location aside, the hotel has a few features worth a mention. The atmosphere is all about classic luxury: the expansive grounds include tropical gardens, tennis courts, a large swimming pool lined with palm trees, and nearly two hundred guest rooms and suites. The look is refined, not trendy; Portuguese-inspired accents like hand-painted tiles, marble-topped vanities, and hardwood colonial furnishings add character. A pair of eateries, a more casual spot by the pool and an elegant restaurant with a large veranda, offer al fresco seafood, and there’s live music at the cocktail bar in the evening. Lest you forget the waterfalls in a post-caipirinha stupor — unlikely, since you can practically feel the spray from your barstool — the hotel’s staff are waiting to remind you that helicopter excursions over Iguazu are departing first thing in the morning.
Travel advisory: Passport and visa requirements differ from country to country. Please check with your local authority before booking.
Please note: Private vehicles are not allowed to stay in the National Park overnight.
How to get there: Hotel das Cataratas is 15 km from the Foz do Iguaçu International Airport.
Location aside, the hotel has a few features worth a mention. The atmosphere is all about classic luxury: the expansive grounds include tropical gardens, tennis courts, a large swimming pool lined with palm trees, and nearly two hundred guest rooms and suites. The look is refined, not trendy; Portuguese-inspired accents like hand-painted tiles, marble-topped vanities, and hardwood colonial furnishings add character. A pair of eateries, a more casual spot by the pool and an elegant restaurant with a large veranda, offer al fresco seafood, and there’s live music at the cocktail bar in the evening. Lest you forget the waterfalls in a post-caipirinha stupor — unlikely, since you can practically feel the spray from your barstool — the hotel’s staff are waiting to remind you that helicopter excursions over Iguazu are departing first thing in the morning.
Travel advisory: Passport and visa requirements differ from country to country. Please check with your local authority before booking.
Please note: Private vehicles are not allowed to stay in the National Park overnight.
How to get there: Hotel das Cataratas is 15 km from the Foz do Iguaçu International Airport.
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Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Rodovia BR 469 Km 32 - Parque Nacional do Iguacu, Iguazu Falls, Brazil
Amenities & Services
- Free wi-fi
- Bar
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Sauna
- Beauty salon
- Gym
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- Concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- Doctor on call
- Adjoining rooms
- Air conditioning
- ATM/bank office
- Babysitting (on request)
- Garden
- Multi-lingual staff
- Wake-up service
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- No pets allowed
- Boardroom
- Business center
- Bikes available
- Golf nearby
- Shopping area nearby
- Swimming pool
- Tennis court
- Wheelchair accessible
- Shuttle service
- Designated smoking area
Need to Know
- The National Park entrance fee is already included in the daily rate. Upon check-in, all guests will receive a Hotel Identification Card which will allow the guest to come and go freely without having to pay any additional Park fees.
- Extra bed is free of charge from 0 to 11 years old.
- Over 11 years there is a cost of R$ 700 + taxes for an extra bed.
- Iguassu National Park’s Transportation Policy: In line with ICMBio, the Brazilian Environmental Agency, and its commitment to preserving the delicate ecosystem of Iguassu National Park, please note that only specific vehicles are allowed to enter the National Park. These include buses from the visitor's center, vehicles from authorized agencies, vehicles provided by Hotel das Cataratas, and registered City Taxis. Please note that the registered taxis can only access the park during the park's visiting hours (from 9 am to 5 pm) and the driver must be carrying a passenger. In order to better assist our guests and to encourage the reduction of the number of cars inside the park, we are pleased to inform you that the hotel offers a free shuttle service every 20 minutes (from 7 am to midnight) between the park entrance and the hotel. The hotel also offers a private transfer service (sedan car and vans). To schedule the private transfer service or to consult prices, please, send your flight details up to 48hrs prior to your arrival date to concierge.cat@belmond.com or call us at +55 45 2102-7104.
- Should you choose to hire a private vehicle or rent a car, it must be left in a designated parking area at the entrance of the National Park. The hotel provides transportation between the gate and the hotel every 20 minutes (from 7 am to midnight). The priority for the shuttle service will be given to guests arriving for check-in or departing the hotel with luggage.
Check in:
14:00
Check out:
11:00
Credit cards accepted
Sustainability Measures and Certifications
We ask every hotel in our selection how they are working to make a positive impact on the planet and in their community. This hotel has confirmed the following measures are in place.
Guest Rooms and Public Spaces
- Conserves energy when rooms are empty
- Uses renewable energy
- Uses energy-efficient heating and cooling
- Uses energy-efficient lighting
- Gives guests the option to reuse linens and towels
- No single-use plastic straws
- No single-use plastic toiletries
- No single-use plastics
Dining
- Farms organic or hydroponic produce on property
- Sources produce from local farms
- Creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
- Offers vegan menu options
- Sells or donates surplus food
- Reduces food waste
- Sources wine from organic and biodynamic vineyards
Community and Environment
- Purchases from locally owned businesses
- Hires locally with fair wages, benefits, and advancement
- Actively supports the needs of the local community
- Trains staff in sustainability best practices
- Trains staff in local cultural heritage
- Provides volunteer opportunities for guests and staff
- Restores and protects natural ecosystems and wildlife
- Measures and reduces water waste
