Hotel in PR 85851-010, Brazil
Che Lagarto Foz do Iguacu
Budget-friendly hostel near Iguazu Falls offers dorms and private rooms with tour desk helping organize falls visits. Pool, bar, and social areas make it easy to meet other travelers while keeping costs low.
Che Lagarto Foz do Iguacu is a budget hostel situated at Rua Almirante Barroso 2006 in the central district of Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná state — the Brazilian gateway city to Iguazu Falls (Cataratas do Iguaçu), one of the world's natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site shared between Brazil and Argentina. The property is part of the South American Che Lagarto hostel chain and positions itself as the practical base camp for travellers visiting the falls on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides.
The hostel offers a mix of dormitory beds and private rooms across several categories. Dormitory rooms accommodate 4 to 8 guests with individual lockers and shared bathrooms. Private rooms range from basic doubles to more comfortable options with en-suite facilities. The building is purpose-built as a hostel and compensates for modest facilities with a lively communal atmosphere and solid practical amenities.
The outdoor swimming pool is the social centrepiece during the warm Paraná summer months (December–March), where guests gather in the evenings after a day at the falls. The on-site bar offers caipirinhas, cold beers, and snacks. A tour desk operates daily and is the hostel's most operationally important feature: staff arrange transport to the Brazilian falls entrance approximately 17 kilometres away, tickets for the boat rides beneath the cascades, full-day cross-border trips to the Argentine park (where the Garganta del Diablo canyon is most dramatic), and visits to the Itaipu hydroelectric dam.
Free breakfast is included with all accommodation categories and features regional staples. A shared kitchen is available for guests who prefer to self-cater. Laundry facilities and luggage storage are on-site. The hostel's central location puts the Foz do Iguaçu bus terminal approximately 1 kilometre away, serving routes to Ciudad del Este (Paraguay) and Puerta Iguazú (Argentina).
The surrounding Paraná region offers additional excursions beyond the falls: the Itaipu Dam — one of the world's largest hydroelectric projects — operates guided tours nearby, and the bird sanctuary Parque das Aves, located adjacent to the Brazilian falls entrance, houses over 1,000 species in an impressive free-flight aviary.
Amenities
- pool
- bar
- tour desk
- shared kitchen
- free breakfast
- private rooms available
Visit / Book / Contact
- Official website
- Phone: +55 45 3572-5515
Location
R. Almirante Barroso, 2006 - Centro, Foz do Iguacu, PR 85851-010
-25.5464, -54.5882 — View on map
Highlights
- Practical base camp for Iguazu Falls, one of the world's great natural wonders
- Tour desk arranging Brazilian falls, boat rides under the cascades, and Argentine-side visits
- Outdoor pool and bar for socialising between excursions
- Free breakfast included for all accommodation categories
- Central Foz do Iguaçu location near the bus terminal for Argentina and Paraguay crossings
Tips
- Book the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls for the most dramatic Garganta del Diablo views; the tour desk can arrange the full-day trip including border crossing
- Arrive at the Brazilian falls entrance (Parque Nacional do Iguaçu) early — the park opens at 9 a.m. and crowds peak between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- The boat ride beneath the falls (Macuco Safari) gets visitors thoroughly wet; bring a dry bag or use the hostel's locker service
- Carry both Brazilian reais (BRL) and Argentine pesos if crossing to the Argentine side, as ATMs in Puerta Iguazú can be unreliable
- Combine the Itaipu Dam visit (18 km from the hostel) with Parque das Aves for a full-day non-falls itinerary
FAQ
How far is the hostel from the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls?
The Parque Nacional do Iguaçu entrance is approximately 17 km from the hostel; the tour desk arranges daily shared transfers, or taxis are available for around R$40–60 each way.
Can the hostel arrange trips to the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls?
Yes, the tour desk coordinates full-day cross-border excursions to Parque Nacional Iguazú on the Argentine side, including transport and border crossing assistance.
Is free breakfast available every day?
Yes, free breakfast is included daily for all accommodation categories.
Does the hostel have lockers for valuables?
Dormitory rooms include individual lockers; guests should bring a padlock as these are not provided by the hostel.
Accessibility
Che Lagarto Foz do Iguacu is a standard hostel building with limited accessibility provisions; communal spaces are largely at ground level but some areas may involve stairs. The Iguazu Falls park itself has accessible routes on the Brazilian side. Guests with mobility needs should contact the hostel directly before booking.
When to visit
Iguazu Falls are most spectacular during the wet season (November–March) when water flow is at its peak; the dry season (May–September) offers cooler temperatures and smaller crowds. The falls are a year-round attraction.