Amérian Portal del Iguazú Hotel is a four-star hotel on the Argentine side of the falls, in Puerto Iguazú, the small town that serves as the gateway to the national park and its walkways. What sets it apart from simpler town hotels is the range of facilities: two restaurants, a full-service spa and a children's pool, which together mean that a day of walking the Upper and Lower Circuits, the Devil's Throat trail and the boat ride under the falls can end with a massage, a swim or a relaxed dinner without leaving the building. That makes it a sensible choice for couples who want a little pampering, families who need something for children to do in the evening, and travellers who prefer a hotel that feels organised and complete over a basic room. It sits between the in-park luxury of Gran Meliá and the budget guesthouses of the town, offering a middle path that suits most trips. Check the current room categories, the spa schedule and what is included in your rate when you book, as these details vary by season.
Location and getting around
Puerto Iguazú is the Argentine base for the falls, and the national park entrance is a short drive from town. Buses and taxis run regularly between the town and the park, and tour operators collect guests from hotels for the boat rides, the Devil's Throat and the border crossing to the Brazilian side.
Confirm the exact distance to the town centre and the bus stops when you book, and ask the front desk to arrange tickets, transfers and early breakfasts for your first morning at the park. The airport is a short drive away, and a taxi or transfer is the simplest way to arrive.
Rooms and facilities
Expect comfortable rooms suited to a four-star hotel, with air conditioning that matters in the humid months. The spa is a major attraction for people who spend long days on foot, and it is worth asking about treatments that need to be reserved in advance. The two restaurants give you a choice between a relaxed breakfast, a lunch by the pool and a proper dinner, and the children's pool makes the hotel practical for families.
Check what is included in your rate, such as breakfast, and whether the pool and spa have set hours, since these can change through the year.
What to know
The weather at Iguazú is hot and humid for much of the year, and a pool and air conditioning are not luxuries but part of how you recover between days at the falls. The hotel works especially well if you plan two or three days on the Argentine side and one day across the border in Brazil, since the front desk and tour desks can help with the paperwork and timings.
If you want to be inside the national park, look at Gran Meliá, and if you want the cheapest possible bed, look at the budget options in Puerto Iguazú and Foz. For most travellers, a mid-range hotel with a spa and good dining is a very comfortable middle choice.
Why stay here
- ✓Four-star hotel
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓Children’s pool
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Puerto Iguazú location
- ✓Tour and transfer assistance
- ✓Breakfast options by rate
Good questions
Is Amérian Portal del Iguazú a four-star hotel?+
Yes, it is rated four stars and has two restaurants, a full-service spa and a children's pool.
Which side of the falls is it on?+
It is in Puerto Iguazú, on the Argentine side, close to the road to the national park.
Is breakfast included?+
It depends on the rate, so check what your reservation includes when you book.
