Dein Aufenthalt — Dorado Express
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dorado Express, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Jirón Napo, a busy commercial street in Iquitos. These floors are likely to be quieter due to the hotel's layout and the fact that the lower floors may receive more foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the service entrance (possibly on the 1st or 2nd floor) may be noisier due to deliveries and staff activity.
Best views
Unfortunately, Iquitos' dense jungle surroundings mean that views from the Dorado Express are likely to be limited to the surrounding buildings. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the Amazon River or the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-5
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise from Jirón Napo, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in the heart of Iquitos means that you'll be close to local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor. Consider requesting a room with a fan or air conditioning to help block out any street noise.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Dorado Express
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local newspapers
15:00 - 24:00, early bag-drop available at 10:00; late check-out until 13:00, S/ 50
Available 24/7, free of charge
Step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entries, some rooms have structural limitations
Limited on-site parking available, S/ 20 per night; nearest public car park is Iquitos Car Park, S/ 30 per day; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: S/ 5.50 per person, per night, mandatory city tax
Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of 100% of stay + credit card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: San Agustin (277 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz San Juan Bautista (768 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia San Martín de Porres (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Virgen de Loreto (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Plaza 28 de Julio — 331 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Etnográfico — 758 m · ~9 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 198 m · ~2 min walk
BTL — 575 m · ~7 min walk
La Cadena — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Puerto Lao — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Travellers can exchange currency at banks (Banco de la Nación, Banco Continental) or casas de cambio in Jirón Napo. Be cautious of poor rates at the airport or tourist bureau.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Jirón Napo, with Visa, Mastercard, and Amex commonly accepted. Mobile payments like Paynet and Masterpass are also accepted at many local businesses.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service. 5-10 PEN for taxi drivers, 10-20 PEN for restaurant staff, and 5 PEN per bag for hotel porters.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee is around 5-7 PEN at a local café. You can find them on Jirón Napo or nearby.
A budget lunch option is a plate of arroz con pollo (chicken and rice) for around 15-20 PEN at a local eatery.
A budget dinner option is a plate of ceviche for around 25-30 PEN at a local restaurant.
Street food is common in the nearby Mercado de Belén, offering affordable options like grilled meats and traditional Peruvian dishes.
Local supermarkets like Metro and Tottus have branches in the area, offering a range of affordable grocery options.
Second-hand shops and market stalls on Jirón Napo offer affordable clothing options, with prices starting from around 20-50 PEN.
The cheapest way to get around is by taking a mototaxi (motorcycle taxi) for around 5-10 PEN. A day pass for public transportation is around 5 PEN.
Use local transportation instead of taxis to save money.Eat at local markets or street food stalls for affordable meals.Consider buying a rechargeable Metro card for public transportation to save money in the long run.
Gut zu wissen — Iquitos
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
IquitosIn Iquitos, dial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, 116 for fire. For tourist assistance, call iPerú at (065) 236-144 or 0800-4-1001 (toll-free from landlines). For non-urgent medical advice, contact Hospital Regional de Iquitos on (065) 231-440. Keep your phone charged and note that mobile coverage can be patchy in remote areas.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Iquitos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dorado Express
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 198 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · BTL — 575 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT) → Hotel La Casona (Jirón Fitzcarrald 147)
💡 Negotiate firmly before you get in—standard rate for a shared taxi is 15 PEN, private 25 PEN. Drivers often try to charge tourists double.
Iquitos Airport (IQT) – roadside → Hotel La Casona (drop-off near Plaza de Armas)
💡 Flag down any colectivo heading towards 'Centro' from the airport road. They’re cramped but cheap. Don’t expect a dedicated stop—shout 'baja' when you see the hotel’s street corner.
Hotel La Casona → Anywhere in central Iquitos (e.g. Belén Market or Plaza de Armas)
💡 Agree the price before you climb into the sidecar. Short hops inside the centre should cost no more than 3–4 PEN. Carry small change.
Hotel La Casona → Malecón Tarapacá or Belén floating market
💡 Best for short, scenic trips. The driver pedals, you sit in the bucket seat. Agree a round-trip price if you're headed to a market—they’ll wait for 20 minutes for free.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Dorado Express?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) to minimize potential street noise from Jirón Napo, a busy commercial street in Iquitos. These floors are likely to be quieter due to the hotel's layout and the fact that the lower floors may receive more foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dorado Express?
Rooms near the service entrance (possibly on the 1st or 2nd floor) may be noisier due to deliveries and staff activity.
Is Dorado Express noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise from Jirón Napo, especially if you're a light sleeper. The hotel's location in the heart of Iquitos means that you'll be close to local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
Which rooms have the best views at Dorado Express?
Unfortunately, Iquitos' dense jungle surroundings mean that views from the Dorado Express are likely to be limited to the surrounding buildings. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the Amazon River or the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Dorado Express?
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor. Consider requesting a room with a fan or air conditioning to help block out any street noise.
What time is check-in at Dorado Express?
Check-in at Dorado Express is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dorado Express have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dorado Express?
S/ 5.50 per person, per night, mandatory city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Dorado Express?
A budget lunch option is a plate of arroz con pollo (chicken and rice) for around 15-20 PEN at a local eatery.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dorado Express?
The cheapest way to get around is by taking a mototaxi (motorcycle taxi) for around 5-10 PEN. A day pass for public transportation is around 5 PEN.
Top-Attraktionen in Iquitos
💡 Try a 'helado de aguaje' (local fruit ice cream) from the stalls – it's cheap and tastes like a tropical sorbet. Best visited after 5pm when it's cooler.
💡 Walk the full stretch from the Clock Tower to the old Hotel de Turistas. The street food stalls sell fresh fruit juices for 2-3 soles.
💡 Free entrance but you need to sign in with your passport at reception. Allow 45 minutes. No English labels, so bring a translation app or guidebook.
💡 Check out the Casa de Fierro on the corner — an iron house designed by Gustave Eiffel. Free to admire from outside.
💡 Go early (6am-8am) to avoid heat and crowds. Keep valuables hidden; bag snatching happens in tight aisles. A boat tour costs around 15-20 soles per person.