Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

It is hard to put into words how much I LOVED THE Belmond. I booked it for one night because I wanted the sunrise and sunset. What I didn't know was how much I would fall in absolute love with it. From the moment we arrived it felt special. We never went to a reception desk. We were met and brought to a beautiful room with welcome drinks and given a tour of the hotel. Every time we left our room we would come back to find little surprises like signature Belmond VW bus pins on our complimentary havaianas flip flops. Our laundry cleaned and pressed and wish necklaces and chocolates. We love the staff here and wished we could stay longer. We indulged in the sunset toast and then the incredible 2 Michelin star 9 course tasting menu and wine pairing. I was almost too full to enjoy the beautiful breakfast that was included. I wish I could remember everyone's names to give them a shout out. Just know that there are some amazing people who are waiting to help you make dreams come true. The falls are spectacular but the Belmond was an amazing star and highlight of our time there. When we left they gave us an adorable tiny jar of water from the falls. They say when it evaporates, it's time to return. Beyond 5 stars... well done Hotel das Cataratas, Belmond!

We had a wonderful day at Iguaçu Falls, both the Argentine and Brazilian sides. Both should be visited, and one of the highlights was staying within the park on the Brazilian side at Hotel das Cataratas! Built into the albeit high nightly cost is exclusive access to the falls at sunrise and sunset, outside of the park as usual hours. Different from the Argentine side, on the Brazilian side, you have full access to the trails after hours. There are a few additional included amenities that others have mentioned, such as free coffee and cachaça tasting experiences, guided sunrise hike, breakfast, and havaiana flip flops. A particular highlight of our stay was Douglas at the Front Desk. We were visiting for my parents 43rd anniversary, and he made particular efforts to make it a very special stay for them. He has such a warm smile and welcoming demeanor, and we will definitely look for him the next time we come! Perhaps by then, the hotel will have him leading a Brazilian martial arts experience!

We'd had a wonderful stay at this hotel a couple of years ago, but this time was even better. The service was consistently remarkable, employees often anticipating what we might need without our asking for it. Great food, reasonably priced (except for wines). This hotel is perhaps the most expensive we've ever stayed at, yet still a great value given how exceptional it is. And, the location is stunning. Access to the park (trails to waterfalls, etc.) before and after it's open to the public each day was a wonderful perk. This hotel is worth it, and then some!

Everyone should have the opportunity to visit the Iguazu Falls. Staying at the Hotel das Cataratas makes the experience even better.

Only hotel in the park by Iguassu falls. Truly outstanding property with five star amenities. The food and service were excellent with easy access to the falls. We had a fall views room that has such great views that we ordered room service for diner so we could watch and hear the falls as enjoyed dinner.