An Estate in the Jungle

When traveling to Iguazú, the big decision is whether to stay on the Argentina side or Brazil.  In either country, I was surprised to discover that there are not many high-end lodging options to choose from unless you are willing to go with a bigger hotel chain (which is not really my style).  I luckily came upon this boutique property which was tropical perfection!

Posada Puerto Bemberg is a 14-room boutique lodge that is nestled in a protective rain forest just south of Puerto Iguazú.  The Lodge was previously the home of the Bemberg family, wealthy estate owners who once owned most of the land in Puerto Libertad, the neighboring town where the property is located.

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Bed & Bath

The rooms and bathrooms have been recently remodeled and maintain an eco-design vibe.  I found the room to be very spacious and the private porch in the back was a wonderful space to take in all the gorgeous lush surroundings.

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The Gardens

The property sits on 1,000 acres of beautifully rich jungle terrain and walking the grounds feels like you are strolling though a botanical garden.  The hotel also offers a Jungle Walk with a professional guide every morning.  It is a nice way to see the selva (jungle) and learn a little bit of history around the indigenous plants of this region.

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The Pool

The pool is the perfect place to come for a dip after a long day of hiking.  It is true tropical weather in the Iguazú area, humid and hot so an afternoon swim is essential to cooling off.  With the water tower in the background and lush foliage around the pool, you feel like you are in a secret garden.

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Service

Though the staff is small, the service was really great at Bemberg.  Everyone goes out of their way to assist you in anyway that is needed.  The location of the Lodge is such that it is not easy to get away for a meals, nor to be quite frank, did I ever want to leave.  All our breakfasts and dinners were at Bemberg and the food was simple but tasty!

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Before Sunset

There is a gorgeous outdoor deck that has been built on stilts overlooking the Iguazú River.  I was there every evening before sunset, it was a perfect place to wind down after a day of hiking the falls.  I am always amazed at how beautiful pieces of nature still exist, appearing relatively untouched and unharmed.  Ultimately the best part of staying at Puerto Bemberg is that it reminds you of the genuine beauty of our planet...