Hotel in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
Jardines del Rey Hotel
Comfortable hotel in Rurrenabaque serving as perfect base for Amazon tours. Pool, gardens, and good restaurant help you relax before or after jungle adventures.
Jardines del Rey Hotel is a mid-range property located on Avenida Aniceto Arce in Rurrenabaque, a small riverside town in Bolivia's Beni Department at the ecological frontier between the Bolivian Amazon and Madidi National Park — one of the world's most biodiverse protected areas. The hotel serves as a popular base for travellers undertaking jungle and pampas tours in the adjacent lowland ecosystems, which are accessible by organised day trips or multi-day expeditions departing from Rurrenabaque's concentration of tour operators.
The hotel occupies a tropical garden setting that distinguishes it from the town's more urban budget options. An outdoor pool allows guests to cool down in Rurrenabaque's humid subtropical climate, where temperatures regularly exceed 30°C. The surrounding gardens provide shade and a verdant atmosphere that echoes the Amazonian environment a short distance away.
Room types include standard doubles, twin rooms, and superior options, all with private en-suite bathrooms, ceiling fans, and air conditioning — a significant comfort in a climate that combines heat and humidity year-round. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. Rooms are clean and well maintained, falling in the comfortable mid-range bracket at USD 50 to 85 per night.
The on-site restaurant is a notable amenity, serving Bolivian and international dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fresh river fish features regularly on the menu, a regional speciality that complements standard meat and vegetarian options. Breakfast is available; guests should confirm whether it is included in their rate at the time of booking.
The tour booking desk is one of the hotel's most valuable assets for arriving travellers. Staff can arrange guided jungle treks into Madidi National Park, pampas wildlife tours along the Yacuma River, and canoe excursions, connecting guests with reputable local operators. Rurrenabaque's small size and the concentration of tour companies along the main street mean that independent comparison is easy, but the hotel desk provides a convenient starting point.
Rurrenabaque is reached by a 20-minute light aircraft flight from La Paz or by a challenging 18-hour overland road journey; most travellers arriving by air will find the hotel walkable from the airstrip. The town's modest infrastructure includes basic shops, restaurants, and a few ATMs. Jardines del Rey's pool, garden setting, and restaurant give it a comfortable advantage over simpler alternatives in town, making it a logical first choice for travellers seeking moderate comfort at a reasonable price in Bolivia's Amazon gateway.
Amenities
- outdoor pool
- restaurant
- gardens
- free WiFi
- tour booking
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +591 3 8922315
Location
Avenida Aniceto Arce, Rurrenabaque
-14.4394, -67.5267 — View on map
Highlights
- Outdoor pool and tropical gardens — a restorative retreat after jungle or pampas tours in the Amazon heat
- Tour desk arranging guided excursions to Madidi National Park and the Yacuma pampas wetlands
- On-site restaurant serving Bolivian dishes and fresh river fish in Rurrenabaque's remote Amazonian setting
- Air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, ideal for recovering between demanding wildlife expeditions
- Close proximity to Rurrenabaque's airstrip and town centre, accessible after the 20-minute La Paz flight
Tips
- Book rooms in advance during July and August, Rurrenabaque's peak dry season when lodges and tour operators fill quickly.
- Bring insect repellent and long-sleeved clothing — the Amazon and pampas have active mosquito and sandfly populations year-round.
- Compare jungle versus pampas tours before booking: jungle treks are more active while pampas tours offer higher concentrations of visible wildlife such as caiman and capybara.
- The light aircraft flight from La Paz takes only 20 minutes; book well ahead as flights sell out in high season.
- Bring bolivianos in cash; ATMs in Rurrenabaque can be unreliable and most tour operators and smaller restaurants are cash-only.
FAQ
Is the hotel close to the Madidi National Park entrance?
Jardines del Rey Hotel is located in Rurrenabaque town, the main access point for Madidi National Park. Tour operators arrange guided entry and transportation into the park from the town itself.
Does the hotel arrange jungle and pampas tours?
Yes, the hotel tour desk connects guests with local operators offering jungle treks, pampas wildlife safaris, canoe tours, and multi-day Madidi expeditions.
Is there air conditioning in the rooms?
Yes, rooms are equipped with air conditioning, an important amenity given Rurrenabaque's hot and humid subtropical climate.
How do visitors get to Rurrenabaque?
Most travellers fly from La Paz on a 20-minute light aircraft service; the alternative is an approximately 18-hour overland bus journey on a challenging mountain road. The hotel is walkable from the airstrip.
Is the outdoor pool suitable for children?
The outdoor pool is available to all guests. Families travelling with children should confirm pool depth and supervision policies directly with the hotel before arrival.
Accessibility
Jardines del Rey Hotel is set in a garden property with outdoor paths and a pool area. The site has some uneven terrain between garden areas. The hotel does not specifically advertise wheelchair-accessible facilities; guests with mobility requirements should contact the property directly before booking.
When to visit
The dry season from May to October offers the best conditions for jungle and pampas wildlife tours, with lower water levels making wildlife more visible in the pampas. July and August represent peak visitor season. The wet season from November to March brings heavy rain and flooded roads but lush vegetation and different wildlife activity patterns.