Description: In some ways this was the nicest hotel we stayed at in South America. It is partly this question of boutique hotels. We generally like smaller hotels because you seem to get better service and it is easier to find facilities and negotiate around. Then there is the question of space. This hotel had plenty of that and after a series of central city hotels, it was a welcome relief.
The hotel is located on a hill, very close to the Three Frontiers Landmark, in the town of Puerto Iguazú. Its name derives from the panoramic view you get of the meeting of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers, dividing the countries of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. The building is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the Iguazú Riviera, and it is a good setting to relax and enjoy this fine hotel. The hotel is a little removed from the centre of town but we enjoyed the 10-minute walk and did it several times while we were there.
The hotel has 80 standard rooms, 10 Junior Suites and the Panoramic Suite. Our room was at the back of the hotel with a view over a courtyard and towards town. Some of the other rooms have nice river views. The room was well set up with cable flat screen TV, telephone for local and international calls, dual 110 / 220 volts electricity, minibar, safe deposit box, a bath with hydromassage, climate control, hair dryer, and Wi-fi internet. The decor was smart and modern.
Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by gardens, a small business centre and a casino. There is also a pool for kids as well as a solarium. The bar and restaurant facilities are not extensive but they were of a very high standard. There is a ground floor bar and you can also enjoy a spectacular view from the top floor Panoramic Bar. This opens from 5 pm to 1 am and at sunset, the menu gives way to international cocktails and snacks.
The Dona Flor restaurant is a breakfast lounge and an up-market restaurant in the evenings. Its ample windows have views of the Iguazú River while its gourmet menu has typical regional flavours. Breakfast (buffet style) is from 6 to 10.30 am while dinner is from 7.30 pm. The outdoor cafe normally opens from 9 am till 9 pm but on the second day we were there it didn’t open at all because it rained all day. When open it has patisseries and snacks whilst you can admire the beauty of the Iguazú River and the gardens. It is a good place to watch the sunset. Another option is to enjoy your favourite movie or book in the cosiness of the TV lounge. You will also find computers to check your email account and surf the net.
The other plus about the hotel was the facility to use a sister property and its nice indoor pool and massage facilities. We did this on the wet day and were transported both ways by taxi at no cost to us. That was an extremely positive experience.
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