Visiting Iguazu Falls Argentina & Brazil Sides: The Ultimate Guide

Planning on visiting Iguazu Falls and wondering which side of Iguazu Falls is better? Well, in this travel guide to Iguazu Falls, we’ll cover all this and more!

From where to buy tickets to the best time to visit and how to get to Iguazu Falls and around The Park, we’ve written a comprehensive guide to help anyone plan an unforgettable trip to Iguazu Falls!

We spent a long weekend exploring the Argentina and Brazil sides of Iguazu Falls, and while we’ve seen plenty of pictures of the new natural wonder of the world, nothing prepared us for seeing the sheer size of Iguazu Falls in person!

In fact, when Elenor Roosevelt first laid eyes on Iguazu Falls in 1944, all she had to say was, “Poor Niagara!”. And rightfully so!

After all, Iguazu Falls is the largest waterfall system in the world. As you stand and take in the views, you’re almost completely surrounded by the horseshoe-shaped waterfalls. Iguazu Falls is truly something colossal.

Regardless if you are visiting Iguazu Falls for one day, two days, or three days, seeing this thundering natural beauty once in your life is a must!

Visiting Iguazu Falls Planning & Travel Guide

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Visiting Iguazu Falls Quick Tips & Essential Details

• Park Hours: Both sides of Iguazu Falls are open all year. The Argentina side opens daily at 8 AM and closes at 6 PM. Whereas the Brazil side opens at 9 AM and closes at 6 PM.
• Start Early: Outside of beating the heat the afternoon brings, the earlier you start, the fewer crowds there tend to be.
• Visiting: You can visit both sides of Iguazu Falls on your own. A tour is not required to enjoy the sights of Iguazu Falls! However, if a tour sounds appealing, there are many top-rated tours to choose from!
• Lockers: Both parks offer lockers to lock and store any belongings you wish not to carry.
• Tickets: It’s recommended that you purchase your tickets ahead of time on the Park website. Your ticket to the Argentina and Brazil sides includes everything – access to the walking paths/circuits, train, and bus that take you to the falls. It does not include any meals, drinks, souvenirs, boat excursions, or helicopter rides you wish to do. Those will need to be paid separately.
• Wildlife: Don’t pet the Coati’s, or any animals for that matter! As cute as they look, these are wild animals, and they bite!
• Time: You should plan to spend no less than 6 hours on either side of Iguazu Falls. Ideally, a day on each side. If you’re short on time, there are tours that will let you see both sides in one day.
• Environment: It’s hot, humid, and wet, so dress appropriately and weatherproof any lenses/camera gear.

Read our Northern Argentina Itinerary for inspiration on where else to explore!

Where Is Iguazu Falls Located?

First things first, what country is Iguazu Falls located within? Well, it would be countries (plural), not just one.

Iguazu Falls is located in two South American countries – Argentina and Brazil.

Iguazú Falls (Argentina spelling) or Iguaçu Falls (Brazil spelling) is a series of 275 waterfalls that the Iguazu River feeds.

Use the + and – signs to zoom in and out of the above map. The yellow points indicate where Iguazu Falls is located, where the two National Park entrances and closest cities are.

The Iguazú River is the natural border between Brazil and Argentina. And it is here, straddling the border between the Northeastern Argentinan province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná, where Iguazú Falls can be found.

To get to Iguazú Falls, you need to make your way to the city of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) or Foz de Iguazu (Brazil).

These are the two closest cities to Iguazú Falls and where you can reserve your accommodations for your visit.

Iguazu Falls Facts

Before visiting, it’s also important to know that the Argentina and Brazil sides of Iguazú Falls are National Parks. In fact, each park is one of the top national parks visited in each country.

Iguazú National Park in Argentina was established in 1934. Whereas Iguaçu National Park in Brazil was established 5 years later in 1939. 

In 1984, both sides were deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and officially, in 2011, Iguazú Falls was named one of the Seven New Natural Wonders of the Modern World.

Before we dive further into this travel guide for your visit to Iguazu Falls, we want to share some pretty cool facts about the falls!

• The 275 falls range in height from 195 to 262 feet (60–82 meters), with the famous “Devil’s Throat” on the Argentina side being the tallest waterfall in Iguazu Falls.
• On average, there are 396,258 gallons of water per second that cascade over the falls
• The falls are the largest waterfall system in the world at 1.7 miles wide and nearly 265 feet high
• Iguazu Falls is taller than Niagara Falls in the United States and wider than Victoria Falls in Africa
• More than 2000 species of plants, 450 species of birds, and 80 species of mammals are found within Iguazu Falls National Parks.

Which Side of Iguazu Falls Is Better – Argentina or Brazil?

Even though Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Brazil and Argentina, it’s not an even split.

80% of the falls are in Argentina, and the remaining 20% are found in Brazil.

So, while Argentina has more of the Falls in its country, the views from both sides are incredibly different. This is why we COMPLETELY recommend visiting both sides if you have the time.

Argentina Side of Iguazu Falls

The Argentina side of Iguazu Falls allows you to get really close to the Falls.

The two circuits (boardwalks), Upper Circuit and Lower Circuit, follow the Falls, allowing you to get above and alongside them and take in some views at a distance.

Also, we felt you saw more wildlife (like Coati’s!) on the Argentina side. The reason is that the circuits take you through the Jungle as you make your way to and from the various viewpoints of Iguazu Falls.

The famous Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) is on the Argentina side. Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) is the tallest of The Falls and THE top thing to see when visiting the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls.

PRO TIP: Unfortunately, Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) was closed during our visit to Iguazu Falls. Due to recent flooding, the portion of the boardwalk that leads to Garganta del Diablo was destroyed. When planning your visit, check the latest construction status to see if Devil’s Throat is accessible. Or, check with a Park Ranger when you visit.

Brazil Side of Iguazu Falls

As for the Brazilian side, you’ll only find one boardwalk. However, this one boardwalk will offer you a completely different experience and viewpoint than you’ll encounter on the Argentina side.

Wading out over a flat, large portion of one Fall, the boardwalk lets you get utterly drenched by the thundering falls that almost surround you. You’re more so in the waterfalls on the Brazilian side, and you’ll also have exceptional views of Iguazu Falls.

Having experienced the Argentina and Brazil sides of Iguazu Falls, we preferred the Brazil side more. Now, this is totally personal preference, but we loved getting out on the boardwalk and being surrounded by the Falls and drenched in its mists.

While we preferred the Brazilian side more, the Argentina side is still absolutely amazing and worth visiting! The views you’ll see on each side widely differ from one another

We HIGHLY encourage you to make time for both sides if you can swing it!

If you can’t allocate one day to each side, there are tours that allow you to see both sides of the falls in one day!

How To Get To Iguazú Falls

There really are only two ways to get to the towns near Iguazú Falls.

If you are coming from another city in Brazil or Argentina, you can fly or take a bus to get you to the cities near Iguazú Falls. As a reminder, they are either Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, or Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil.

Getting To Iguazu Falls From Buenos Aires

Of course, flying will be the quickest way of travel, especially if you’re coming from Buenos Aires.

If you’re coming from Buenos Aires, you’ll have several direct flight options to Iguazu Falls.

Airlines like Aerolineas Argentinas and FlyBondi offer several direct flights from Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) to Cataratas of Iguazu International Airport (IGR) daily.

PRO TIP: If you’re looking for a tour from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls, you have options! This one-day, two-day, and three-day tour from Buenos Aires includes your airfare and accommodations!

However, if you want to travel by bus from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls, that is certainly an option! Just prepare, as it’s a long ride! It’s about 807 miles (1,300 km), taking anywhere from 18 – 20 hours.

Getting To Iguazu Falls From Rio De Janiero

If you’re flying from Rio De Janeiro, there are direct flights into Foz do Iguaçu!

Airlines like LATAM and GOL offer direct flights from RIOgaleão – Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim (GIG) to Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU).

The same goes for buses. The journey from Rio De Janiero To Foz do Iguaçu is long, 24+ hours!

Getting To Iguazú Falls From Puerto Iguazu, Argentina

Once you arrive in Puerto Iguazu, the closest town to Iguazú Falls on the Argentina side, you’re a 20 – 30 minute drive from the National Park entrance.

When thinking of your preferred mode of transportation for visiting Iguazu Falls, you have three options:

1. Taxi
2. Public Bus
3. Tour

1. Taxi’s From Puerto Iguazu to Iguazú Falls

The first option, which we chose, was to take a taxi to and from Iguazu Falls!

We stayed just outside the city center of Puerto Iguazu at an amazing hotel called Tre Iguazú. From here, the hotel called a Taxi to take us to and from Iguazú Falls.

In fact, we enjoyed our driver so much that they became our personal driver during our time in Iguazu!

We grabbed the driver’s WhatsApp number and texted them every morning to coordinate our ride to and from Iguazú Falls for the day. In fact, our driver was even permitted to take us across the border to the Brazil side of the Falls, which was a very nice perk!

Coordinating with the Taxi driver was super easy, and we encountered no hiccups!

It was about $60 USD (total for 2 people) for 2.5 days. Plus, that included helping us cross the border into Brazil.

2. Bus From Puerto Iguazu to Iguazú Falls

For those staying in the city center of Puerto Iguazu, you have the option to take a public bus to Iguazú Falls.

They leave every 20 minutes from Terminal de Omnibus, starting at 7 AM, and take an average of 30-35 minutes to get to Iguazú Falls.

The last pickup from Iguazú Falls to take visitors back to Puerto Iguazu is 7 PM, but definitely confirm with the driver or when you buy your ticket! We don’t want you to be stranded at The Falls 🙂

The company that runs these routes is called Rio Uruguay. Tickets cost (at the time of writing this post) 7,000 pesos. No need to buy your tickets ahead of time. You can do so once you arrive at the terminal.

3. Tours From Puerto Iguazu to Iguazú Falls

The last option is to book a guided tour to the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls! We recommend booking your desired tour well in advance to ensure you get the tour on the day you want!

From full-day private tours to group tours and boat rides, you definitely have some options when looking to book a guided experience to Iguazu Falls!

Getting To Iguazu Falls From Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil

Once you arrive in Foz do Iguaçu, the closest town to Iguazú Falls on the Brazil side, you’re a 30-minute drive from the National Park entrance.

You have four options for getting to Iguazú Falls from Foz do Iguaçu.

1. Taxi: Flag one down in town or ask your hotel to coordinate a pickup.
2. Uber: Yup! Uber. You can call an Uber from Foz do Iguaçu to take you to Iguazú Falls (Brazil side only! Uber’s won’t cross the border)
3. Public Bus: Bus 120 departs every 20-30 minutes from the main bus terminal, Terminal Transporte Urbano, in Foz do Iguaçu. The journey to the Park entrance takes about 40 minutes.
4. Tour: For those who want to sit back and relax, a tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls may be perfect for you! Consider tours (like this one!) that offer guests a helicopter ride, boat ride, and full access to the trail and bird park to experience everything the Brazil side has to truly offer! Or, opt for a private tour or group tour to see the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.

Border Crossing: Argentina To The Brazil Side of Iguazu Falls (and Vice Versa!)

Alrighty! For those staying in Argentina and want to make a day trip to the Brazil side of Iguazu Falls (or vice versa!), breathe easy because it’s totally doable! In fact, we highly recommend it.

You have three options to choose from to get you across the Argentina and Brazil border:

1. Taxi/Private Transfer (what we did!)
2. Bus
3. Tour

Regardless of your transportation choice, Argentina to Brazil is a short drive away. Visitors will go through a customs checkpoint in Argentina before crossing the Tancredo Neves Bridge into Brazil.

Once in Brazil, you’re a quick 20 minutes to Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, the entrance to the Brazil side of Iguazu Falls.

PRO TIP: If you are coming from the Brazil side into Argentina, the process will be the same, it’s just flipped. Once in Argentina, you’re about 25 minutes from Parque Nacional Iguazú, the entrance to the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls.

1. Taxi/Private Driver

To coordinate the trip, you can work with a taxi/private driver (what we did!), and they will take you across the border with no problem. Our driver waited for us in the parking lot of Parque Nacional do Iguaçu while we explored the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.

When we were ready to leave, we sent them a WhatsApp message, and they pulled around to pick us up and take us back over the border to Argentina to our accommodation.

The whole crossing was SUPER easy (thanks to our driver). We had our driver for 2 days and, at the end of 2.5 days, paid then $60 USD, which we felt was well worth it!

NOTE: As we understand, if you come from Brazil, you will pay more for a private driver/taxi than we did. When we visited, the Brazilian Real was much stronger (less inflation) than the Argentine Peso.

2. Public Bus

Busses operated by Rio Uruguay run every 25-30 minutes from Terminal Transporte Urbano (TTU) in Foz do Iguaçu. Sames goes for the Argetnina side. Rio Uruguay operates out of Puerto Iguazu’s main bus station (Terminal de Omni), taking locals and tourists across the border into Brazil.

As we understand it, you’ll need to change buses two times along the way.

This bus you board in Brazil or Argentina will not take you directly to The Falls on the other side. Rather, once you’re in Brazil (or Argentina), you’ll hop on the second bus, and that bus will take you to the entrance of Iguazu Falls on the Brazil (or Argentina) side.

All in all, you can estimate this trip to take anywhere from 1.5 – 2 hours, but depending on border crossing traffic, it may take longer.

PRO TIP: Don’t forget to keep your ticket until the end of the trip! You definitely don’t want to lose it, or else you’ll have to pay for another bus fare ticket.

3. Tours To Argentina & Brazil Sides of Iguazu Falls

Outside of a taxi, a tour is, by far, the easiest and most hands-free option to take you across the border.

• If you’re coming from Brazil and want to see the falls in Argentina, this day tour is a great option!
• If you’re coming from Argentina and want to see the Brazil side of the falls, this day tour across the border is a great option!
• Do you want to see BOTH sides of Iguazu Falls? Then you should definitely check out this day tour that will take you to both Brazil and Argentina!

Argentina/Brazil Border Crossing Must-Have’s:

Regardless of how you choose to cross the border between Argentina and Brazil, there are some things you must have when making the journey:

• Your passport
• Applicable Visa(s)
• Ensure your driver has approved credentials to drive back and forth across the border. This is more so for taxis/private drivers. Oh, and never pay your taxi/driver in full ahead of time. You don’t want them to ditch you in another country 🙂

When we visited, a visa for Brazil or Argentina was not required for U.S. citizens. HOWEVER, we are told that is changing for Brazil.

REGARDLESS, please double- and triple-check the visa requirements for your home country before crossing the border.

Also, if a visa is required for your home country, make sure you have completed the required paperwork and have all the necessary items required of you before you get to the border crossing.

PRO TIP: Plan to arrive at the border crossing by/around 8 AM. As the day progresses, more traffic congestion happens at the border.

Best Time To Visit Iguazu Falls

The best time to visit Iguazú Falls is between April and May or September and October. These months are the shoulder seasons, so the heat will be less intense, and rainfall is less likely during your visit.

We totally disregarded these months (whoops!) and visited towards the end of January, which happens to be Argentina’s summer and rainy season 🙂

Sure, we had overcast and a few sprinkles, but the sun did come out, and we had lovely weather, all things considered!

PRO TIP: Regardless of when you visit, you should plan to arrive when the park opens (8 AM Argentina / 9 AM Brazil) to avoid as much of the heat as you can! Oh, and the earlier you arrive, the fewer people there tend to be. A win, win!

How Much Time Do You Need In Iguazu Falls?

We recommend allocating one full day to each side of Iguazu Falls. So, if you’re only planning to visit one side, we recommend 2 nights, 1 day.

Whereas, if you’re visiting Iguazu Falls on both sides, we recommend 3 nights, 2 days.

From Salta, we flew directly into Puerto Iguazu on a Thursday. We spent Friday and Saturday at Iguazu Falls and departed Puerto Iguazu for Buenos Aires on Sunday.

We spent about 6-7 hours on each side of Iguazu Falls. So, you really do need a full day to experience each side properly.

Think of it like this. Iguazu Falls is a perfect trip for a long weekend – Thursday to Sunday or Friday to Monday!

Can You Visit Iguazu Falls In One Day?

Yes, you can visit Iguazu Falls in one day!

Ideally, you arrive the day before your day in the Iguazu Falls National Park – so 2 nights, 1 day.

You can choose to explore each side on your own or opt to take a tour that takes visitors to both the Brazil and Argentina sides of Iguazu Falls in one day!

You must be strategic if you plan to arrive and depart the same day. Book your flight/bus to arrive first thing in the morning and depart late at night.

Tours like this from Buenos Aires are great options for those looking to fly in and out on the same day.

PRO TIP: Taxies can pick you up from the Bus Station or Airport and take you straight to The Falls. There are lockers at the park where you can leave your things if you are traveling with any belongings.

Can You Visit Iguazu Falls Without A Tour?

You sure can! The only thing required to enter Iguazú Falls is a ticket purchased online before or when you arrive. You are welcome to visit and walk the boardwalks/circuits on either side of Iguazú Falls without a tour or guide.

Now, if you want to do something special, like a boat ride that’ll take you up to The Falls or a helicopter ride over The Falls, then tours are required.

We did the boat tour when we visited the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls and LOVED it! It was so much fun, but fair warning, it is a little pricey, and you’ll get absolutely drenched. But in our opinion, it was so worth it!

The boat takes you right up to one of The Falls! And if you’re lucky, you’ll see a herd of Capybara’s on the river bank.

PRO TIP: You can book your boat tour directly with The Park once you arrive. Boat tours are offered on the Brazil and Argentina sides.

Tickets For Visiting Iguazu Falls (Cost & Where To Buy)

You can purchase your tickets for Iguazu Falls one of two ways…

1. In person at the National Park ticket counter
2. Ahead of time online through the National Park website

We recommend option 2 to ensure you get the desired day and time you want. Buying online allows you to show up to the park and walk right in versus waiting in a potentially long queue to purchase your tickets.

• Tickets for a full day on the Argentina side cost $35.000,00 ARS for adults (6 years and older). Children 5 and under or persons with disabilities are free to enter.
• Tickets for a full day on the Brazil side cost $97.00 BRL. Children up to 6 years of age are free to enter.

PRO TIP: When visiting Iguazu Falls on the Argentina side, at the end of the first day, before you leave the park, revalidate your tickets to obtain a 50% discount for the second consecutive day if you plan to return to the Argentina side.

How To Get Around The Argentina Side of Iguazú Falls

Alrighty! Now that you know how to get to Iguazu Falls, it’s time to understand how to navigate and get around the park.

Once you’ve shown your ticket and are officially inside the National Park, you have a few options for getting to the actual Falls.

When visiting the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls, you can choose to walk the entire way to Iguazu Falls or take a train part of the way.

Walking The Upper And Lower Circuits

If you choose to walk, you’ll take the Green Trail (which starts at the park entrance) to the Upper and Lower Circuits.

• The Upper Circuit is 1.08 miles (1,750 meters) and will take you above the falls. Oh, and this trail is 100% accessible to those who need it.
• The Lower Circuit is 0.9 miles (1,400 meters). This circuit takes you along the falls, offering a panoramic view of Iguazu Falls.

If you walk the entire way (the Green, Upper, and Lower circuits) – what we did! – you’ll walk a little less than 2.4 miles.

Now, there are two other circuits (four in total) within the Argentina side – Garanta Del Diablo and Macuco Trail.

• The Garanta Del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) is a 0.7 mile (1,100 meters) path you’ll walk to reach (you guessed it!) Garanta Del Diablo. This circuit is also 100% accessible.
• The Macuco Trail is a 2.17-mile (3,500-meter) walk through the jungle. This trail actually takes you away from Iguauz Falls and brings you to only one waterfall, Salto Arrechea.

The Upper and Lower Circuits are amazing! Both offer different views of The Falls, so we highly recommend walking the Upper and Lower circuits and Garanta Del Diablo if it’s open.

Riding The Ecological Train

For those who want to do a little less walking, you can ride the Ecological Train.

The Ecological Train is an open-air train that is included in the price of your park entrance ticket. You’ll board the train near the park entrance. Once aboard, you’ll be taken to the Upper Circuit, Lower Circuit, or Garanta Del Diablo entrances.

If you choose to ride the train to the Upper and Lower Circuits, understand the train only removes the Green Trail from your walk. You’ll still have to walk the full 1.08 miles for the Upper Circuit and the 0.9 miles for the Lower Circuit to see Iguazu Falls.

As for riding the train to Garanta Del Diablo, the train does take you most of the way to Garanta Del Diablo. Which significantly cuts down your 0.7-mile walk.

How To Get Around The Brazil Side of Iguazú Falls

Those visiting the Brazil side of Iguazú Falls, you’ll find your experience getting around The Park slightly different from the Argentina side.

All visitors are required to hop on The Park bus. The bus runs every 20-30 minutes and is included in your Park Entrance fee.

The Park Bus will take visitors to three stops.

• The First Stop: The entrance to the Macuco Safari, aka a boat ride to Iguazu Falls. We did this, and it was AMAZING! This is not included in your ticket, so you’ll need to pay extra for this experience.
• The Second Stop: The entrance to the main (and only) 1-mile circuit/trail that’ll take you to Iguazu Falls
• The Third Stop: Where the bus picks you up to take you back to the park entrance once you are done walking the circuit. This stop also has a platform that allows you to get insane views of the falls! Don’t miss it!

Walking the 1 mile (1,500 meters) circuit is THE best way, included in your park ticket, to see Iguazu Falls from the Brazil side.

What To Do at Iguazu Falls

While exploring the beauty and sights of Iguazu Falls is pretty straightforward, there are a few things you definitely don’t want to miss!

After spending a long weekend in the area, we’ve created a list of the best things to do in Iguazu Falls and the surrounding area in two days.

Check out our full post on the best way to spend 2 days in Iguazu Falls!

What to Wear When Visiting Iguazu Falls

When visiting Iguazu Falls, remember to plan and wear clothes for the environment you’ll be in – which is hot and wet.

It’s 100% inevitable that you will get wet when visiting Iguazu Falls. The mist from The Falls is far-reaching. Not to mention the humidity is….well, it’s a lot!

You’ll be walking through a jungle, after all. So, plan to wear and pack things that can get wet and dry quickly.

• Teva Sandals or Chaco Sandals are great footwear to wear at Iguazu Falls. They’re comfortable and can get wet.
• Quick dry tops and shorts (think athletic wear) that you don’t mind sweating in and can get dry quickly are the perfect clothing to wear when visiting Iguazu Falls!
• Bug spray and sunscreen. Apply both generously to keep those bugs away and the UV rays blocked.
• Quick dry towel! The one thing we didn’t bring and 100% wish we would have. When we visited the Brazil side, we got drenched, and a towel would have been a nice thing to have to help us dry off and sit on our ride back to our accommodation.
• A day pack to keep a reusable water bottle, portable charger, Go-Pro/camera, snacks, medications, and personal items like your wallet and passport/ID. Bonus if your day pack comes with a rain fly! This will help keep your bag and belongings dry.

While we didn’t use one, we saw many people with binoculars. If you have a pair, it may be a good idea to pack so you can see distant views of the falls and the surrounding jungle!

PRO TIP: At Iguzua Falls, you can purchase a plastic poncho if rain is forecasted or you are worried about staying dry.

Where to Eat When Visiting Iguazu Falls

You’ll find restaurants, cafes, and several grab-and-go establishments on the Argentina and Brazil sides of Iguazu Falls.

• On the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls, you can sit down and eat at restaurants like Fortin Cataratas or Restaurante La Selva.
• On the Brazil side, you can dine at Restaurante Porto Canoas and Y Restaurant.

We purchased a quick snack at one of the cafes and had a late lunch in Puerto Iguazu at Patagonia Brewery once we returned from The Falls.

If you choose to eat inside the Park, especially on the Argentina side, be aware of Coatis! We promise, they’ll be eager to try whatever food you have on your plate.

Where To Stay When Visiting Iguazú Falls

Stay Inside Iguazú Falls Park: Luxury Accommodations

If you want to stay inside the park, be ready to pay a luxury price! However, with your luxury price comes the perk of being able to access the park outside when the public can – at sunrise and sunset, which we can imagine is utterly magical!

Plus, wildlife is more active in the early hours and late evening, so who knows what sort of furry creatures you’ll see?!

• The Gran Meliá Iguazú: The luxury stay in Puerto Iguauz and on the Argentina side of Iguazu Falls is The Gran Meliá Iguazú. Have clear views of The Falls from your hotel room or their massive on-site pool. Walk past the pool to access the path that will take you directly to Iguazu Fall’s Upper and Lower Circuits. If you feel like splurging, this may be the most perfect place to do so!

• Hotel das Cataratas: The 5-star Hotel das Cataratas in Brazil offers guests traditional Portuguese-styled rooms with stunning views of Iguazu Falls. Spend your morning exploring the Falls and your afternoon relaxing poolside. Like the Gran Melia, Hotel das Cataratas allows you premier access to The Park, and if you can swing it, this very well may be worth the price point!

Where To Stay In Puerto Iguazu, Argentina

When visiting the Argentina and Brazil sides of Iguazu Falls, we used Puerto Iguazu as our home base. For 3 nights, we stayed at Hotel Tré Iguazú, and we loved it!

It sits outside the main city center of Puerto Iguazu, allowing you to stay out in the jungle (very comfortably) and relax. Plus, using their pool after a day of exploring was the cherry on top!

As for other places to stay in Puerto Iguazu, here are some other top-rated accommodations for you to consider!

• Luxury Stays: Places like Iguazu Jungle Lodge, Rincón Escondido B&B, Loi Suites Iguazu Hotel, and Overo Lodge & Selva offer guests an elevated stay complete with a pool, while Secret Garden Iguazu allows guests to relax in extremely peaceful surroundings.
• Mid-Range Stays: Places like Ingá Apart & Suites, Z Hotel Boutique, and Arapy Bed and Dream offer comfortable, clean accommodations (with pools!) for guests to unwind in after a day of exploring Iguazu Falls. The staff is helpful in coordinating transportation or providing recommendations on where to eat!
• Budget-Friendly Stays + Hostels: For those looking to stay in more budget-friendly accommodation, you’ll find a handful of amazing places to call home for a few days! Accommodations such as Scenario Yguazu, Bungalow Hostel, Hostel Iguazu Falls, and Casa 24 Puerto Iguazu offer guests quaint stays and are some of the top-rated budget-friendly accommodations in the area.

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Where To Stay In Foz de Iguazu, Brazil

• Luxury Stays: Sanma Hotel, Wish Foz do Iguaçu, and Vivaz Cataratas Hotel Resort are nicer accommodations near Iguazu Falls on the Brazil side. Offering onsite restaurants and pools, these accommodations are highly rated and well worth considering to stay if the price is in your budget!
• Mid-Range Stays: For those looking for something more in the mid-range of accommodation, look no further than Nadai Confort Hotel e Spa, Viale Cataratas Hotel, Hotel Rafain Centro, or Viale Tower Hotel. All have great reviews from fellow travelers complimenting each location on their rooms, staff, and, of course, location!
• Budget-Friendly Stays + Hostels: Iguassu Eco Hostel, Tetris Container Hostel, and Hostel Quintal de Casa are perfect accommodations for those who are looking to be as economical with their stay. Clean, comfortable beds and a vibrant atmosphere await you!

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