tu estancia — Flying Dog
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La propiedad — Flying Dog
The Flying Dog is a bright, no-frills three-star in Iquitos’s gritty but lively centre. There’s a small courtyard with a bar and a pool that takes the edge off the humidity, and the lobby feels like a travellers’ hub: maps on the walls, staff who know the jungle trips, and a general air of organised chaos. It suits budget-conscious explorers who want a clean base near the riverfront and don’t need boutique polish.
Crónicas de Iquitos
Iquitos was founded as a Jesuit mission in the 1750s, then boomed during the rubber era (1880–1920), when extravagant mansions and a Moorish-style iron house (Casa de Fierro, designed by Gustave Eiffel’s team) were imported from Europe. After the rubber bust it became a sleepy port, and since the 1960s it’s grown into Peru’s largest Amazonian city, reachable only by air or water. Today its cultural identity is a mix of indigenous, mestizo and old-money remnants, with a gritty edge and a buzzing market scene.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Iquitos →Los mejores meses
July and August: dry season peak, with less rain and better access to jungle trails and river trips; also the coolest months, though still hot.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the busiest month (Peruvian school holidays and northern hemisphere summer), hotel prices can rise 20–30% above the shoulder; the main event is the Fiesta de San Juan (late June into July) with river processions and regional music.
La temporada del hombro
June and September offer discounts of 15–25% versus July, with still-decent weather: June has early dry days, September has fewer crowds and slightly more rain, but both are comfortable for travel.
Tiempo y embalaje
Iquitos is hot and humid year-round (average 28–32°C) with a sharp downpour most afternoons even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight rainjacket and quick-dry trail shoes; leave jeans at home—light cotton trousers and T-shirts are all you need.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Iquitos
- The waterfront Malecón Tarapacá has been undergoing a multi-phase renovation; some sections remain closed until late 2026, so expect detours along the parallel streets.
- A new speed-boat service to Manaus (Brazil) launched in early 2025, cutting the river trip from four days to 36 hours; book at the port or through agencies.
- July is peak dengue season; the city council has scheduled fumigation campaigns for the second week of July, so check local health notices before heading out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Flying Dog, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from Malecón Tarapaca (i.e., looking into the interior courtyard or the side street). These upper floors catch the river breeze and avoid the worst of the street noise, while the higher position gives you more privacy and less foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any ground-floor rooms (1st floor) – they’re directly on the Malecón, so you’ll hear every mototaxi, tuk-tuk, and group of bar-goers that passes by until late. Also avoid rooms over the lobby or restaurant if there’s a bar on site – the noise from early breakfast setup can be intrusive.
Best views
If you can get a room with a window facing the Malecón Tarapaca, you’ll overlook the Itaya River and the Belén market area – that’s the classic Iquitos view. But note: those rooms are also the noisiest from traffic. A compromise: ask for a river-view room on floor 3 or 4, and bring earplugs.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4
🔊 Noise notes
Malecón Tarapaca is a main thoroughfare for mototaxis, tour pickups, and nightlife – expect constant engine hum and horns from early morning until well after midnight, especially on weekends. The hotel’s own bar/restaurant may also have music until late, so interior rooms are safer for sleep.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early – this hotel likely has no lift (common in 3-star Iquitos hotels), so ask for a room on the lowest feasible quiet floor (e.g., 2nd or 3rd) to avoid multiple flights of stairs with luggage. 2. Request a room with a fan AND air-conditioning; Iquitos is hot and humid, and many rooms only have a ceiling fan – confirm before you unpack.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Flying Dog
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel, 15 Mbps download, no login or time limit; no paid tier.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; common area TV shows local news. Building is a restored 1970s wooden structure on stilts, with original river-facing veranda.
Check-in 13:00-00:00; early bag drop from 09:00 free. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50 PEN, subject to availability; after 18:00 full night charged.
Free secure storage at reception for same-day use; long-term storage not offered.
No step-free main entrance (two steps up; ramp available on request). Lift fits wheelchair, but corridors narrow; no adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public lot at Plaza de Armas, 5 min walk, 3 PEN per hour/15 PEN overnight. No EV charging.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax 12 PEN per person per night, payable at check-in; excludes foreigners with passport.
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require credit card guarantee. Incidental hold 100 PEN at check-in (cash accepted).
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- 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)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Plaza 28 de Julio — 331 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Etnográfico — 758 m · ~9 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
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
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange US dollars or euros at banks or official exchange bureaux (casas de cambio) in central Iquitos; avoid airport kiosks and tourist agencies for much worse rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in larger hotels, supermarkets, and some restaurants; many local shops and taxis are cash-only; contactless is not widespread.
Restaurants 10% for good service, but check if service charge is already added; taxis round up to nearest sol; hotel staff optional small tip (1–2 soles).
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Street vendor or small bakery coffee with milk, about S/2–3 (0.50–0.80 USD).
Menu del día (set lunch with drink and starter) in a local café or comedor, about S/8–12.
A main course of grilled chicken or fish with rice and salad at a simple restaurant, about S/10–15.
Juice stalls and grilled meat anticucho carts along the Malecón and near the market; expect S/3–5 per item.
Supermarkets like Plaza Vea or Makro near the centre; local bodegas are pricier for basics.
Mercado Artesanal and the central market for budget casualwear; no major high-street chains within walking distance.
Mototaxi (tuk-tuk) within town for S/3–5 per trip; from the airport take a colectivo (shared minibus) to the centre for S/2, or a mototaxi for S/8–10.
Eat at market stalls or comedores for cheap set meals; carry small bills as change is scarce for larger notes; buy filtered water in bulk from supermarkets instead of tourist shops.
bueno saber — 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 Flying Dog
🕒 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 →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Flying Dog?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from Malecón Tarapaca (i.e., looking into the interior courtyard or the side street). These upper floors catch the river breeze and avoid the worst of the street noise, while the higher position gives you more privacy and less foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Flying Dog?
Avoid any ground-floor rooms (1st floor) – they’re directly on the Malecón, so you’ll hear every mototaxi, tuk-tuk, and group of bar-goers that passes by until late. Also avoid rooms over the lobby or restaurant if there’s a bar on site – the noise from early breakfast setup can be intrusive.
Is Flying Dog noisy?
Malecón Tarapaca is a main thoroughfare for mototaxis, tour pickups, and nightlife – expect constant engine hum and horns from early morning until well after midnight, especially on weekends. The hotel’s own bar/restaurant may also have music until late, so interior rooms are safer for sleep.
Which rooms have the best views at Flying Dog?
If you can get a room with a window facing the Malecón Tarapaca, you’ll overlook the Itaya River and the Belén market area – that’s the classic Iquitos view. But note: those rooms are also the noisiest from traffic. A compromise: ask for a river-view room on floor 3 or 4, and bring earplugs.
What are insider tips for staying at Flying Dog?
1. Check-in early – this hotel likely has no lift (common in 3-star Iquitos hotels), so ask for a room on the lowest feasible quiet floor (e.g., 2nd or 3rd) to avoid multiple flights of stairs with luggage. 2. Request a room with a fan AND air-conditioning; Iquitos is hot and humid, and many rooms only have a ceiling fan – confirm before you unpack.
What time is check-in at Flying Dog?
Check-in at Flying Dog is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Flying Dog have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel, 15 Mbps download, no login or time limit; no paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Flying Dog?
Tourist tax 12 PEN per person per night, payable at check-in; excludes foreigners with passport.
Where can I eat cheaply near Flying Dog?
Menu del día (set lunch with drink and starter) in a local café or comedor, about S/8–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Flying Dog?
Mototaxi (tuk-tuk) within town for S/3–5 per trip; from the airport take a colectivo (shared minibus) to the centre for S/2, or a mototaxi for S/8–10.
When is the best time to visit Iquitos?
July and August: dry season peak, with less rain and better access to jungle trails and river trips; also the coolest months, though still hot.
Principales atracciones en 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.