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Hostels in Puerto Iguazú: where to stay, how to get there and what to do

Puerto Iguazú is the Argentine base for visiting Iguazú Falls: the National Park entrance is 17 km away and a bus leaves the bus station every half hour. For backpackers it's an essential stop in the northeast, with direct buses to Buenos Aires, Posadas and Corrientes and lots of hostels with a pool, a real blessing in the humid jungle heat. From here you can also cross over for the day to the Brazilian side of the falls.

🛏️Dorm bedfrom ≈ US$ 11 a night
✈️AirportIGR (Cataratas del Iguazú), ≈ 21 km by road
🚌Bus stationAv. Córdoba and Av. Misiones, in the centre
💧The Falls17 km; bus every 30 min from the bus station
🎟️Park entry≈ US$ 39 foreigners · ≈ US$ 16 residents
🌡️ClimateHumid heat: highs of 31-32 °C from December to February
🏧ATMsFew in town: arrive with some cash
Devil's Throat
Devil's Throat
Upper Circuit
Upper Circuit
Lower Circuit
Lower Circuit

How to get to Puerto Iguazú

✈️ Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport IGR

≈ 21 km from the centre by road (28 min) · ≈ 9 km from the Falls entrance

Getting to the centre and the hostels
  • Taxis and remises: they have a desk in the arrivals hall.
  • If your flight lands early, you can go straight to the National Park: the entrance is ≈ 9 km away (14 min).
Direct flights

Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque and Ezeiza); Aerolíneas Argentinas from Córdoba and Salta.

✈️ Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (Brazil) IGU

16.7 km from Puerto Iguazú bus station (≈ 22 min, plus immigration time)

Getting to the centre and the hostels
  • By road across the Tancredo Neves Bridge: there are two immigration checks (exit from Brazil and entry to Argentina).
  • Uber and 99 from Foz can't cross the border.
Direct flights

Flights within Brazil; useful if you enter South America via São Paulo or Rio. Check current routes on each airline's website.

🚌 Puerto Iguazú Bus Station (Terminal de Ómnibus)

📍 Av. Córdoba and Av. Misiones

🛏️ 0.3 to 2.3 km from the hostels (4 to 31 min on foot); the Beer Hotel, 3.8 km along Route 12

It has kiosks, a café, left luggage and a taxi rank. Tickets for the bus to the Falls are sold at windows 19 and 35 (Río Uruguay).

Long-distance buses

DestinationKmHoursFrequencyCompanies
Buenos Aires (Retiro)1,28817 to 18 h8 departures/day, from 11:30 to 17:00Río Uruguay, La 20 de Junio, Crucero del Norte, Expreso Tigre Iguazú, Via TAC
Posadas2984 h 40 to 5 h 355 departures/day (01:30 to 23:30)Flecha de Oro
Corrientes6129 to 10 h 306 departures/day, from 07:30 to 21:00Río Uruguay, La 20 de Junio
Iguazú Falls (Iguazú National Park)17≈ 20 minevery 30 min, from 07:00 to 16:00Río Uruguay
Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil)14.6≈ 30 min + immigrationask for times at the bus stationRío Uruguay, Crucero del Norte

No direct bus to Ciudad del Este (Paraguay): you go to Foz do Iguaçu and take an international city bus from there. For Salta, the direct flight is the practical option.

Map of Puerto Iguazú: bus station, hostels and sights

The hostels in this guide, the bus station, the airport and the things to see, all on one map. Tap a point to see its name.

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Distances from the centre

PlaceDistanceTimeHow
Hito Tres Fronteras (Triple Frontier landmark)2.5 km25 to 30 minon foot from the bus station
La Aripuca3.3 km4 minby taxi or remís
Güirá Oga4.1 km5 minby taxi, remís or bus
Falls entrance (Argentine side)17.2 km20 minRío Uruguay bus
Falls, Brazilian side14.9 km≈ 17 min + borderbus to Foz + city bus 120
IGR Airport20.5 km27 minby taxi or remís
Wanda Mines49.3 km≈ 1 hby car or on a tour
San Ignacio Miní Ruins243 km≈ 4 hby car or on a full-day tour

Getting around Puerto Iguazú

Uber, Cabify, DiDi and taxis in Puerto Iguazú

Cabify and DiDi don't operate. There are Uber drivers, but without a by-law authorising them and with conflicts with taxi drivers: treat it as plan B; for the airport and the Falls, bus, shuttle or taxi.

Uber Partly available

The most widely used in the country: Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza, Salta and Bariloche. It takes card, cash and Mercado Pago, and the same account you use at home works here.

Cabify Not available

Strong in Buenos Aires; also in Córdoba, Mendoza and Bariloche. Cash only in Buenos Aires, Rosario, Mendoza and Córdoba; to create an account it asks for a phone number and email address.

DiDi Not available

Works in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Salta, Bariloche and other cities (not in Mendoza). You pay by card or in cash.

Status of each app according to their official sites and the local press; it may change. The buttons open the official stores (Google Play for Android, App Store for iPhone).

The 3 best areas to stay in Puerto Iguazú

1Around the bus station (Av. Córdoba, Guaraní, Av. Misiones) For getting around by bus

🚌 0.3 to 0.4 km from the bus station

Suits those arriving at night by bus, staying just a few nights or wanting to head to the Falls early: the bus to the park leaves from the same station and logistics are minimal. There are supermarkets, bars and restaurants steps away, and Plaza San Martín is about a 15-minute walk. Cons: it's a transit area, busier than the rest of town.

2West of the centre, towards the Hito (Jangadero and 1 de Mayo) Hostel vibe

🚌 1.2 to 2.3 km from the bus station

For those looking for a more social or quieter hostel who don't mind walking. The Host is 16 minutes on foot from the bus station; Bungalow and Lost & Found almost half an hour, but only 11 to 14 minutes from the Hito Tres Fronteras, where the bus to the Falls also stops. Cons: several guests say it's far from the centre, and with your backpack on the walk feels long.

3Route 12, jungle area (km 5) Jungle and pool

🚌 ≈ 3.8 km from the bus station

The option for those who prefer nature, a big pool and craft beer and don't mind relying on transport. It's on Route 12, right in the jungle area, near Güirá Oga and La Aripuca and about 13.5 km from the Falls entrance. Cons: it's far from the nightlife and the supermarkets in the centre, and prices at its own restaurant add up.

The 6 recommended hostels in Puerto Iguazú

Six hostels with dorms, chosen for their rating and number of reviews: two next to the bus station, three west of the centre and one on Route 12. Below each one you'll find real guest comments.

The Host Puerto Iguazú

9.2 · 1,524 reviews
Jangadero 136 · 0.9 km from Plaza San Martín
🚌 ≈ 1.2 km from the bus station (16 min on foot)Mixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenPool
Female dorm at The Host Puerto Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Female dorm
Shared kitchen at The Host Puerto Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Shared kitchen
Swimming pool at The Host Puerto Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Swimming pool

The best-rated and most-reviewed on the list, with a classic hostel vibe: daily activities, shared dinners, pool table, darts and an outdoor swimming pool. The 6-bed dorms (mixed and female) have beds with curtains; there's a kitchen, coworking and bike rental. Breakfast starts at 8:30, late if you want to get to the park early.

Social vibe and staff who bring people together
Beds with curtains in the dorms
Breakfast starts late (8:30)
A few blocks from the centre
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 24 to US$ 30 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 52 to US$ 65. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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Hostel Iguazu Falls

8.5 · 1,371 reviews
Guaraní 70 · one block from the bus station
🚌 ≈ 0.3 km from the bus station (4 min on foot)Mixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenPool
Shared dorm at Hostel Iguazu Falls in Puerto Iguazú
Shared dorm
Dining room at Hostel Iguazu Falls in Puerto Iguazú
Dining room
Swimming pool at Hostel Iguazu Falls in Puerto Iguazú
Swimming pool

One block from the bus station, it's the most practical base for getting around by long-distance bus and on the bus to the Falls. It has an outdoor pool, garden, grill and equipped kitchen, and mixed dorms (one with 8 beds and lockers) and female dorms with bunks. No breakfast is served. Guests highlight the location and the staff.

One block from the bus station
Pool much appreciated in the heat
Worn mattresses and flimsy bunks
Showers with low pressure
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 11 to US$ 14 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 35 to US$ 45.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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Bungalow Hostel Iguazú

8.8 · 399 reviews
1 de Mayo 641 · 800 m from the Hito Tres Fronteras
🚌 ≈ 2 km from the bus station (27 min on foot)Mixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenBar
Shared dorm at Bungalow Hostel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Shared dorm
Shared kitchen at Bungalow Hostel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Shared kitchen
Garden at Bungalow Hostel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Garden

A quiet, green hostel with a large garden surrounded by jungle, 11 minutes on foot from the Hito Tres Fronteras. It has mixed and female dorms, double rooms, an equipped kitchen, bar, air conditioning and free parking; laundry and the airport transfer are paid separately. It's run by staff and volunteers with great vibes.

Large, green garden
Staff and volunteers with good vibes
Towels cost extra
Sagging mattresses in some rooms
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 11 to US$ 12 a night, depending on the month. The private room costs around US$ 25.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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Hostel "L0st & Found"

9.0 · 71 reviews
Jangadero 735 · 1 km from the Hito Tres Fronteras
🚌 ≈ 2.3 km from the bus station (31 min on foot)Mixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenPool
Shared dorm at Hostel "L0st & Found" in Puerto Iguazú
Shared dorm
Shared kitchen at Hostel "L0st & Found" in Puerto Iguazú
Shared kitchen
Swimming pool at Hostel "L0st & Found" in Puerto Iguazú
Swimming pool

A family-run hostel with small 4-bed dorms (mixed and one female) and a double with shared bathroom. It has a pool, grill, quincho, equipped kitchen, bar and air conditioning, and offers an airport transfer. Guests highlight the owner's personal attention, as he helps you plan your trip. It's far from the bus station and still has few reviews.

Owner who helps you plan your trip
Small 4-bed dorms
Far from the centre and the bus station
Some found it a bit old
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 12 to US$ 18 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 29 to US$ 37.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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El Guembe Hostel House

7.8 · 646 reviews
Av. Guaraní and Gobernador Lenussi · next to the bus station
🚌 ≈ 0.4 km from the bus station (6 min on foot)6-bed dormPrivate roomsKitchenPool24-h reception
Private room at El Guembe Hostel House in Puerto Iguazú
Private room
Garden at El Guembe Hostel House in Puerto Iguazú
Garden
Barbecue area at El Guembe Hostel House in Puerto Iguazú
Barbecue area

A budget option next to the bus station, with a 6-bed dorm and lots of private rooms (single, double, triple and quad). It has an outdoor pool, garden, grill, a kitchen you can use 24 hours and 24-h reception. It has the weakest score on the list: guests value the location and the staff, but point out worn rooms.

Steps from the bus station
Garden with a pool
Worn rooms and mattresses
Poor facilities, according to guests
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 11 to US$ 13 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 28 to US$ 31. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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Beer Hotel Iguazú

7.7 · 520 reviews
Route 12 km 5 · jungle area, near Güirá Oga
🚌 ≈ 3.8 km from the bus station (by road)Female dormMale dormPrivate roomsPoolBrewery
Female dorm at Beer Hotel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Female dorm
Swimming pool at Beer Hotel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Swimming pool
Bungalows at Beer Hotel Iguazú in Puerto Iguazú
Bungalows

A beer-themed hotel-hostel hybrid, 13.5 km from the Falls entrance. It has separate dorms for women and men, private rooms and a bungalow, a big pool, a craft brewery, a restaurant and continental breakfast; some days there's a DJ by the pool. It isn't a classic hostel and it's far from the centre, so you'll depend on transport.

Big pool and craft beer
Green, quiet surroundings
Far from the centre and supermarkets
Patchy cleaning, according to guests
How much a night costs, month by month
Bed in a shared dorm · 1 person
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
Private room · 2 people
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep

A bed costs from US$ 24 to US$ 26 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 64 to US$ 82.

Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
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Backpacker tips for Puerto Iguazú

1Ticket online or pesos at hand

National Park entry is paid in pesos, in cash or by Visa and Mastercard debit or credit card, or bought at iguazuargentina.com. Tickets go on sale 30 days before the date.

2Second day at half price

If you go back to the park the next day and show your first-day ticket at the ticket office, you pay 50 %. With a day and a half you can see everything without rushing.

3Devil's Throat: closed

The walkway to the Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo) has been closed since August 2026 with no reopening date. The Upper and Lower Circuits and the rest of the park are still open; check the park's updates before you go.

4To Brazil, with a physical ID

On the international bus everyone gets off at both immigration checks, so bring your passport or ID card. Tickets for the Brazilian park are bought online, in reais, with a date and time slot.

5Few ATMs

There are few ATMs in town, and inside the National Park there are two areas with ATMs. Arrive with some cash; there are also Western Union agents and exchange offices.

6Always wear repellent

The park recommends putting on repellent before and during your visit, carrying water and wearing comfortable clothes and shoes. Some hostels don't have mosquito nets.

7Pool and air conditioning

From December to February highs are around 31-32 °C with high humidity. Choose a hostel with a pool and ask if the air conditioning works all day: there are complaints about AC that's only switched on at night.

8Eco-tourism tax

Puerto Iguazú charges a municipal eco-tourism tax that accommodation must add to the bill. Factor in that extra when you pay for your hostel.

Things to do in Puerto Iguazú (and how to get there on your own)

Iguazú Falls, Argentine side

The Upper (1,850 m) and Lower (1,450 m) Circuits and the Macuco Trail (7 km), with the Ecological Train included. The walkway to the Devil's Throat has been closed since August 2026, with no reopening date. Open every day from 8:00 to 18:00, last entry at 16:00.

Distance
17 km
How to get there
Río Uruguay bus (20 min)
Entry
≈ US$ 39 foreigners · ≈ US$ 16 residents

Gran Aventura (Iguazú Jungle)

A ride in an open vehicle along the Yacaratiá trail and a boat to the foot of the falls, about 2 hours. Sold separately from park entry.

Distance
Inside the park
How to get there
At the park or on iguazujungle.com
Entry
≈ US$ 65 + entry

Iguazú Falls, Brazilian side

The panoramic view of the falls from Iguaçu National Park. Tickets are bought online, in reais, with a date and time slot.

Distance
14.9 km + border
How to get there
Bus to Foz + city bus 120 «Parque Nacional»

Hito Tres Fronteras

A viewpoint over the meeting of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers, with Brazil and Paraguay opposite. The bus to the Falls also leaves from here.

Distance
2.5 km
How to get there
On foot from the bus station
Entry
Free

Güirá Oga

A wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre on RN 12. Open every day from 9:30 to 18:00.

Distance
4.1 km
How to get there
Taxi, remís or bus

Full Moon Walk

A night walk at the Falls, five nights a month with limited places. Cancelled if it rains.

Distance
Inside the park
How to get there
With a specific ticket
Entry
≈ US$ 62

Wanda Mines

Semi-precious stone mines on RN 12, with 1- to 2-hour visits.

Distance
49 km
How to get there
Tour or car (≈ 1 h)

San Ignacio Miní Ruins

Jesuit ruins declared a World Heritage Site. Given the distance, it's a full-day trip.

Distance
243 km
How to get there
Tour or car (≈ 4 h)

Tours you can book online

You can visit the Falls on your own with the bus from the bus station; for the boat ride, the Brazilian side or longer trips such as Wanda or San Ignacio, here are some tours.

Weather and seasons in Puerto Iguazú

The National Park is open every day of the year, including holidays and rainy days, although some circuits may close due to weather or maintenance. High season is January, February, the July winter holidays and long weekends: on those dates it's worth reserving your hostel and park ticket in advance. From November to March the falls carry more water; October is the wettest month and August the driest.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
180 mm150 mm155 mm160 mm185 mm145 mm105 mm85 mm155 mm245 mm170 mm220 mm
max. / min. °CHigh seasonShoulder seasonLow season💧 rain (mm)

Average temperatures and rainfall according to climatestotravel.com.

Plan the rest of your trip

The quickest way is to fly to IGR airport, with direct flights from Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART from Buenos Aires and Aerolíneas Argentinas from Córdoba and Salta. By bus, Buenos Aires is 17 to 18 hours away, from ≈ US$ 34 in semi-cama to ≈ US$ 107 in cama (fully reclining); Posadas about 5 hours (≈ US$ 31), and Corrientes 9 to 10 h 30 (from ≈ US$ 43). If you're coming from Brazil, Foz do Iguaçu airport is 17 km away, but adds two border checks.

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Airport transfer to your hostel

Book online: fixed price, door to door
✈️ Flight trackingThe driver tracks your flight and waits if it's delayed.
💵 One clear priceTaxes, tolls and tip included, no cash needed.
🤝 Met on arrivalFree cancellation up to 24 h before.
🚐 IGR Airport → Puerto Iguazú centre≈ 28 min🚐 Bus station → Falls entrance≈ 23 min🚐 Bus station → Foz airport (IGU)≈ 22 min + immigration
🚕 Book a transfer

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Iguazú Falls without paying for a tour?
Take the Río Uruguay bus from the bus station or the Hito Tres Fronteras. It leaves every 30 minutes from 7:00, takes about 20 minutes and costs ≈ US$ 6.50 each way; the last bus back from the park is at 17:00. Tickets are sold at windows 19 and 35 of the bus station or on board, and you don't need a SUBE card.
How much is the entry fee to Iguazú National Park in 2026?
Since 1 June 2026, foreigners pay AR$ 60,000 (≈ US$ 39) and residents of Argentina AR$ 25,000 (≈ US$ 16); residents of Misiones and Argentine students have lower rates. There's no separate Mercosur rate. If you come back the next day with your first-day ticket, the second day costs half.
Is the Devil's Throat open?
No. The walkway to the Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo) has been closed since August 2026 with no reopening date. The Upper and Lower Circuits, the Macuco Trail and the rest of the park are still open, so the visit is still well worth it. Check the park's updates before you go in case the status changes.
Can I pay by card at the park?
Yes. The ticket office accepts cash in Argentine pesos and Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards. You can also buy online, with a date and time. The ticket is only valid for the chosen day, but if you can't go due to force majeure you can use it up to 72 hours later.
How do I cross to the Brazilian side on my own?
Río Uruguay's international bus to Foz do Iguaçu leaves from the bus station; ask for the times at the window. At the border you have to get off at both immigration checks, so bring your passport or physical ID card. In Foz you take city bus 120 «Parque Nacional». Brazilian park tickets are bought online, in reais, with a date and time.
Which area of Puerto Iguazú is best to stay in?
If you arrive by bus or want to head to the Falls early, the most practical is around the bus station: the bus to the park leaves from there. If you want a more social or quieter hostel, the west side, towards the Hito Tres Fronteras, has the best-rated ones, 16 to 31 minutes on foot. Route 12 is for those who prefer jungle and a big pool.
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