Foz Do Iguaçu Hostel Review

CONCEPT DESIGN HOSTEL

We chose this hostel because it had 95% of reviews on Hostelworld...something we had never come across before. Furthermore, we knew the days that we would be spending in Foz do Iguaçu would be hot but with no beach in sight it was imperative that we had a pool.

Facilities 

Concept Design Hostel is one of the nicest hostels that I have stayed in during both our trips. The furnishings are modern and colourful, yet still chic. There is a lounge area to chill in with a tv and sofas, perfect for rainy days. Outside, there is a bar which opens from 6, the pool as I ready mentioned and tab,es and chairs to use day and night. Inside, there is a large kitchen area and breakfast bar which can be used any time. There is also a balcony in the main building perfect to chill in and enjoy the day or to drink/play cards at night. 

The wifi here is quite good although you can dip in and out but they do have two different wifi spots to ensure that wifi covers the whole building and outside which is good. 

Breakfast 

Breakfast was good although not the best we have had on the trip. We were provided with one type of fruit which was a bit bland but it was ripe, bread rolls, ham, cheese, cereal, coffee and juice. Breakfast is replenished throughout the morning so getting there just before it closes at 10 is an option for you late sleepers. 

Showers/Toilets 

We had an ensuite room and I have to say hands down, these are the best showers I have seen in South America so far. The pressure and temperature was good, it was spacious, honestly it makes me sad we have left it! 

Staff 

The staff are great here. They are so helpful and attentive whether it's directions,hints and tips about Iguaçu, nothing is too much. To name a few experiences: one male member of staff phoned up   one of the attractions we were considering to find out opening times and cost for us and recommended a restaurant to eat at, another female member of staff booked our table for the restaurant and finally Thays was so helpful,  friendly and included us in activities. You are made to feel so at home here and you really do understand why everyone has rave reviews about the place. 

Value for Money 

This cost us just over £10 per night which is slightly more expensive than other hostels in the area but for the facilities, service and location it is more than worth it. 

Dorms 

The room were nice, although not overly big, every part of the room had a purpose. Plugs were provided to each bed which could be used with two different adapters and if you didn't have the appropriate ones, there were always some to loan at the front desk. Lockers are provided which you don't need your own lock for. 

The dorms are cleaned daily and the beds are made up for you. It honestly feels like you are in a hotel rather than a hostel. 

Location 

The hostel was a ten minute walk from the centre and supermarket. There is a cambio down the road near the petrol station if you need to change money in to pesos which gives a really good exchange rate,in fact when we changed ours it was better than the rate estimated from the apps we had been using. The falls is a ten/fifteen minute bus journey and the stop is a two minute walk away. The international bus station is a bit longer and to get get to the hostel using public transport takes two buses. After what had been near enough a 20 hour journey for us, we just got a taxi which was $R20. 

OVERALL

I would really recommend staying here, it is an amazing hostel and is worth that little bit extra. Go on, treat yourself! 

Imogen xoxo